You don't have to have it all figured out to begin.
I’m a registered psychologist with over 25 years of experience, and I’ve spent most of my career working with the very real, very human challenges that don’t always have a neat name — the stress that builds quietly, the relationships that start to strain, the life transitions that catch us off guard.
Registered Psychologist
Board Approved Supervisor
MAPS Member
Level 3 Gottman Trained
University of Sydney
About nadine
Reaching out to a psychologist can feel like a big step. You may be wondering whether you’ll feel comfortable talking to someone you’ve never met, whether they’ll understand your situation or whether therapy will actually help. These are completely understandable questions, and they’re questions many people ask before booking their first appointment.
At NTD Psychology, I provide psychological counselling for older teenagers and adults from Glenmore Park, Silverdale, Penrith and the surrounding Western Sydney communities. My aim is to provide a warm, supportive and practical environment where you feel comfortable talking openly about what’s happening in your life. I believe that feeling heard, understood and respected forms the foundation of effective therapy.
For more than 25 years, I have worked as a registered psychologist supporting older teenagers and adults through a wide range of personal and emotional challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, grief and relationship difficulties. During that time, I've learnt that no two people are the same. Each person brings their own experiences, strengths, relationships and life circumstances, which is why I believe therapy should always be tailored to the individual rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach.
One of the things that sets my approach apart is that I explain therapy in everyday language. I believe understanding whyyou’re feeling the way you do is an important part of creating meaningful change. Rather than simply suggesting strategies, I take the time to explain how your thoughts, emotions and behaviours interact, why a particular approach is being recommended and how it connects with your goals. My hope is that therapy not only supports you during our sessions but also gives you practical skills and insights that you can continue using long after therapy has finished.
I understand that starting therapy can feel daunting. Many people worry they’ll be judged or expected to have all the answers. My role isn’t to tell you what to do or to criticise your choices. Instead, I work alongside you to better understand what’s happening, identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck and develop practical strategies that fit your personality, circumstances and goals.
I believe that providing high-quality psychological care means continually learning and refining my skills. As a member of the Australian Psychological Society for more than 25 years, I regularly undertake professional development to ensure the care I provide reflects current psychological research and best practice.
I am also a Board Approved Supervisor, having trained and supervised many provisional and registered psychologists throughout my career. This role reflects the depth of my clinical experience and my commitment to maintaining high professional standards. For my clients, it means you can feel confident that you’re working with a psychologist who values ongoing learning, ethical practice and thoughtful, evidence-informed care.
For couples seeking support, I have completed Level 3 training in the Gottman Method, one of the world’s most respected approaches to relationship therapy. This specialist training enables me to help couples better understand one another, strengthen communication, navigate conflict more effectively and build healthier, more connected relationships.
Having lived and worked in Western Sydney throughout my life, I have a genuine appreciation of the challenges many individuals and families face. Over the years, I’ve experienced many of the same life stages as my clients—building a career, maintaining a long-term relationship, raising a family and navigating life’s inevitable changes. While every person’s journey is unique, I believe this combination of professional expertise and life experience helps me connect with people in a genuine, practical and compassionate way. That’s why I believe therapy should be practical, relevant and focused on helping you make meaningful changes in your everyday life.
Above all, I believe that therapy is a partnership. My role is to provide a safe, supportive space where we can work together to better understand what’s happening, build on your strengths and develop practical strategies that help you move towards the life you want.
Just as importantly, I believe the best outcomes are achieved when therapy is a collaborative process. Your role is to be open and honest about your experiences, challenges and goals, and to be willing to practise the strategies we discuss between sessions. Like learning any new skill, meaningful change takes time, patience and practice. By actively participating in therapy and applying what you learn in everyday life, you’ll be developing skills and insights that can continue to support your wellbeing long after our sessions have finished.
I don’t expect you to have all the answers when you walk through my door. My role is to help you make sense of what’s happening, support you to develop practical skills and work alongside you as you create the changes that matter most to you.
If you’re considering taking the first step, I would be honoured to support you. Whether you’re seeking help for a specific difficulty or simply feel that life has become overwhelming, you don’t have to work through it alone. Together, we can make sense of what’s happening and create a plan to help you move forward with greater confidence, resilience and hope.
How I work
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Understanding how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours connect — and learning to shift the patterns that aren't serving you.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Building psychological flexibility — learning to hold difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them run your life.
Attachment-Based Therapy
Exploring how your early experiences shape the way you relate to yourself and others — and creating space for something different.
Gottman Method (Level 3)
Evidence-based couples therapy focused on deepening friendship, managing conflict, and rebuilding genuine connection.
You may be functioning well on the outside — and still need support.
I work with individuals and couples facing depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, postnatal depression, and the transitions of midlife — including menopause. These experiences can feel isolating, even overwhelming. But they are deeply human, and very workable with the right support.
I tend to work best with people who are thoughtful and reflective — who have some insight into what’s going on, but feel stuck in knowing how to actually change it.
Reassurance note (highlighted box): You don’t need to be in crisis to come and see me. Often the people I work with are managing in many areas of life — they’re just ready for a space to understand themselves more clearly, and to move forward with greater ease.
- Feel anxious, stressed, burnt out or mentally exhausted — even if you appear to be coping on the outside
- Are navigating challenges in your relationship and want practical, evidence-based support to reconnect and communicate more effectively
- Are adjusting to significant life transitions — early parenthood, postnatal changes, or perimenopause and menopause
- Have insight into your patterns, but feel stuck in knowing how to change them
- Value warmth and honesty in equal measure — someone who will listen carefully, and also help you move forward
The principles that shape every session.
