Therapy Duo

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20 Years

experience

Expert Psychotherapy & Counselling in Sydney

Therapy Duo is a Sydney-based psychotherapy and counselling practice established in 2006 by Amanda Gruhn and Ron Dowd. With over 19 years of combined experience, we specialise in evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to individuals, couples, and families. Our practice integrates Gestalt, Jungian, and attachment theories, alongside innovative modalities like Depth Enquiry, to address complex emotional and relational challenges. We prioritise creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore personal growth, heal from trauma, and strengthen relationships. Our commitment to ongoing professional development ensures our methods remain at the forefront of therapeutic innovation.

As registered members of PACFA and ARCAP, we uphold rigorous ethical and clinical standards. Our unique blend of fine arts, spiritual, and technical backgrounds enriches our empathetic and holistic approach. We offer both in-person sessions in Potts Point and online therapy to accommodate diverse client needs. Our goal is to empower individuals and couples to navigate life transitions, rebuild trust, and cultivate fulfilling connections. With a focus on transparency and client-centred care, we provide tailored strategies to address anxiety, depression, trauma, and family dynamics.

Services

Couples Counselling Individual Therapy Family Therapy Trauma-Informed Care Anxiety Support Life Transitions Coaching Gestalt Therapy Jungian Therapy Depth Enquiry Online Therapy

Details

Year established: 2006

Highlights and features

We offer 19 years of combined experience in Gestalt and Jungian psychotherapy.
Our evidence-based approaches include trauma-informed care and Depth Enquiry.
We provide flexible sessions: in-person in Sydney or online nationwide.
Our therapists are PACFA-registered and ARCAP-accredited for clinical excellence.
We integrate fine arts and spiritual insights into therapeutic practice.

Associations and certifications

PACFA
ARCAP

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Services

Couples Counselling

Couples Counselling at Therapy Duo addresses communication breakdowns, trust issues, and intimacy challenges through evidence-based modalities like EFT and attachment theory. Our therapists help partners rebuild emotional bonds and navigate conflicts. Sessions focus on fostering mutual understanding and creating sustainable relationship improvements.

Individual Therapy

Individual Therapy supports clients dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. We use Gestalt, Jungian, and mindfulness techniques to enhance self-awareness and resilience. Tailored strategies empower clients to achieve personal growth and emotional stability in a safe therapeutic environment.

Trauma-Informed Care

Trauma-Informed Care integrates Depth Enquiry and EMDR to address PTSD and trauma-related symptoms. Our approach prioritises safety and empowerment, helping clients process traumatic experiences and develop coping mechanisms for long-term healing and emotional regulation.

Family Therapy

Family Therapy mediates conflicts and improves dynamics among family members. We address intergenerational issues, parenting challenges, and sibling relationships using systemic approaches. Sessions aim to enhance communication and foster supportive family environments.

Online Therapy

Online Therapy provides accessible mental health support via secure video platforms. Services include couples and individual sessions, ensuring flexibility for clients outside Sydney or with scheduling constraints. Our evidence-based approach maintains the same quality as in-person sessions.

People

Amanda Gruhn

Gestalt Psychotherapist and Supervisor

Amanda Gruhn is a PACFA-registered psychotherapist with expertise in Depth Enquiry and trauma recovery. She has trained Gestalt therapists for five years and specialises in supporting transgender clients and couples. Her background in spiritual communities informs her holistic approach.

Ron Dowd

Gestalt Psychotherapist

Ron Dowd is a Gestalt and Jungian psychotherapist with a background in fine arts and engineering. He focuses on mindfulness, men's mental health, and alchemical symbolism in therapy. Ron holds a Master's in Fine Arts and is a PACFA clinical member.

Questions

What therapeutic approaches do you use?

We integrate Gestalt, Jungian, EFT, and attachment theories, alongside Depth Enquiry for trauma recovery. Our methods are evidence-based and tailored to individual needs.

Do you offer online sessions?

Yes, we provide secure online therapy for individuals and couples, ensuring accessibility for clients outside Sydney or with scheduling constraints.

How can couples therapy help us?

Couples therapy improves communication, rebuilds trust, and addresses intimacy issues using evidence-based techniques. We help partners navigate conflicts and strengthen emotional connections.

What are your cancellation policies?

We require 48 hours' notice for cancellations. Appointments cancelled within this window incur a fee as we may not rebook the slot.

Are you qualified to work with trauma?

Yes, Amanda developed Depth Enquiry for trauma recovery, and both therapists use evidence-based trauma-informed care to support healing from PTSD and related symptoms.

Do you supervise other therapists?

Amanda offers supervision and training for therapists, including Depth Enquiry workshops and PACFA-accredited clinical supervision programs.

Reviews (3)

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Peter Dunne

Aug 11, 2021 Report

Amanda worked for over two years with me as an executive coach. It was the most impactful work I have undertaken. At the time we started working together my career was in a rut, I felt unmotivated and rudderless. Through consistent, engaging work, every aspect of my career was transformed. From a position of feeling somewhat powerless, I now head up a practice area for a large, global professional service firm, and I feel a sense of energy and purpose. This would not have been achieved without Amandas input. I often think the most pertinent question in any review is whether you would use the

Nic Ro Roro

Jul 24, 2021 Report

Extremely unprofessional. I attended Therapy Duo a few years ago with my now ex-husband for marriage counselling after being diagnosed with post-natal depression. Their knowledge and understanding of mental health issues was essentially non-existent. They treated my depression as though it was something that was up to me to deal with in parallel to marriage counselling - they made it clear that my mental health was somehow separate to our relationship issues. As a child-free couple they also had minimal understanding of parenthood. Let alone parenthood with postnatal depression. Their views and

Sally Beech

Jul 20, 2021 Report

I felt moved to write a review about my work with Ron of Therapy Duo. I found his ability to listen and hold me through a difficult transitional time in my life most valuable. He has a real sense of depth (and knowledge) and I felt he created a safe and calm space for me to explore what I needed to. I would recommend depth therapy and Ron to anyone looking for a compassionate therapist.