Compassionate Anxiety Treatment in Sydney’s North Shore – North Sydney & Pymble
Supporting Adults and Children with Evidence-Based Anxiety Therapy
Reviewed by Dr Clinton Moore, Clinical Psychologist & Founder, Cadence Psychology
This page has been prepared and reviewed by Dr Clinton Moore, a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience helping adults, children, and families navigate the complexities of anxiety and find a path toward lasting change.
When the Brain Won’t Switch Off
Maybe it feels like your brain won’t switch off – scanning for what might go wrong, replaying things you said, or dreading things you haven’t done yet. This is your anxiety at work, and you don’t have to go through it alone.
At Cadence Psychology, with offices in North Sydney and Pymble, our registered clinical psychologists provide support for anxiety in adults and children who are feeling stuck or overwhelmed. We offer expert anxiety therapy that is grounded in a deep understanding of what you’re going through.
Is This Anxiety?
If you feel overwhelmed by worry, struggle to relax, or find anxiety interfering with work, parenting, or daily life, you are not alone. Many people we work with experience:
Persistent or excessive worry
Difficulty relaxing or sleeping
Overthinking and avoidance
Physical symptoms such as muscle tension or shortness of breath
Fear of judgement, failure, or something bad happening
You do not need a formal diagnosis to seek help from an anxiety psychologist. Therapy can help you better understand and manage anxiety, no matter how long you have experienced it.
Types of Anxiety We Work With
Our psychologists are experienced in supporting adult and child clients with:
Generalised Anxiety: ongoing worry or restlessness
Social Anxiety: fear of being judged, watched, or embarrassed
Panic Attacks: intense episodes of fear, racing heart, shortness of breath
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): an urge that you need to repeat patterns or check things to feel calm
Health Anxiety: fear about illness or physical symptoms
Performance Anxiety: school, exams, public speaking, perfectionism
Childhood Anxiety: school refusal, separation anxiety, tantrums, shutdowns
What to Expect from Anxiety Therapy
At Cadence Psychology, you will work with a fully registered psychologist who tailors anxiety therapy to your needs. We start by understanding your experience – what your anxiety looks like, what triggers it, and how it’s affecting your daily life. We then use evidence-based approaches such as:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Mindfulness-based strategies
- Exposure therapy (where appropriate)
- Emotion regulation and calming techniques
- Parental support for children and teens
Our approach is practical, collaborative, and focused on your goals.
Who We Support
For Professionals & Students in North Sydney
If you feel overwhelmed by constant deadlines, responsibility, or fear of failure, you’re not alone. Our North Sydney office is perfectly located for busy professionals in the CBD, Chatswood, and St Leonards. We help you slow the internal spiral, without losing your edge.
For Parents & Carers on the Upper North Shore
Whether you’re managing a neurodivergent child, carrying the emotional weight of your family, or just burnt out from giving, our Pymble office is a calm, discreet setting in a family-friendly area, ideal for those in suburbs like Turramurra, Gordon, and Killara.
For Young Adults & Students
University, identity shifts, social pressure, performance anxiety – it’s a lot. We help you make sense of all the change and build strategies that work in real life.
For People with Lived Experience of Anxiety
If you might already know the terms—GAD, panic disorder, social anxiety—but still need someone who gets the felt experience and can help you find a path through the maze.
For Helping Professionals & Health Workers
If you’re trained to care for others, it can be hard to admit you need space too. Our therapists offer confidential support to teachers, clinicians, and first responders navigating vicarious stress, perfectionism, or burnout.
Convenient Locations and Online Sessions
Anxiety Treatment in North Sydney
Anxiety Treatment in North SydneyOur private rooms in the heart of the North Sydney CBD are designed for your convenience and discretion. Located just a short walk from North Sydney Station, our office is easily accessible for professionals working in the surrounding business hub and clients travelling from nearby suburbs like Crows Nest and Chatswood.
Anxiety Treatment in Pymble
Our calm, discreet clinic in Pymble provides a welcoming and private setting for your therapy sessions. Conveniently located on the Upper North Shore, our office is easily accessible for families and individuals in Turramurra, Gordon, and the wider Pymble area.
Online Psychology (Australia-Wide)
Flexible telehealth that meets you wherever you are. Access compassionate, effective anxiety therapy from the comfort and privacy of your home.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need a referral to see a psychologist for anxiety?
No referral is required for private sessions. If you would like to access Medicare rebates, you will need a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP.
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Do you work with both adults and children?
Yes. Our psychologists are trained in anxiety therapy for all ages.
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Can therapy help with anxiety?
Yes. Many people find that with evidence-based therapy their anxiety becomes far more manageable, even if it’s been around for years.
Take the First Step
If anxiety is affecting your wellbeing, relationships, or daily life, support is available. Our team of psychologists can help you develop practical strategies to manage anxiety and improve your quality of life.