Find a Mental Health Professional for Anxiety & Worry
Search our directory of verified therapists, psychologists and counsellors specialising in Anxiety & Worry across Australia. Filter by location, funding type, telehealth availability and more.
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About Anxiety & Worry support
If you are searching for anxiety treatment in Australia, you are not alone. Anxiety is one of the most common reasons Australians seek psychological support, affecting around one in four people at some point in their lives. This category covers the full range of anxiety-related concerns, including generalised anxiety, health anxiety, specific phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder, and social anxiety. Anxiety looks different for everyone. For some people it is constant background worry; for others it arrives as physical panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, or a persistent fear of social situations. Regardless of how it shows up for you, effective, evidence-based treatment is available. Psychologists, counsellors, and therapists across Australia use approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and exposure-based therapies to help people manage anxiety and live more freely. Many practitioners offer telehealth sessions, making support accessible no matter where you live. If you have a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP, Medicare covers a portion of the cost for up to 10 individual sessions per calendar year with a registered psychologist or mental health professional. NDIS funding may also apply where anxiety significantly affects daily function. Search our directory to find a practitioner who specialises in anxiety and worry.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I find a psychologist for anxiety in Australia?
- Search Mental Health Directory by suburb to find verified psychologists and counsellors who specialise in anxiety and worry. Filter by Medicare rebates, bulk billing, or NDIS funding to find practitioners that match your needs.
- Can I get a Medicare rebate for anxiety treatment?
- Yes. With a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP, you can access up to 10 Medicare-subsidised sessions per year with a registered psychologist. Use the Medicare filter on Mental Health Directory to find eligible practitioners near you.
- What is the difference between a psychologist and counsellor for anxiety?
- Psychologists are AHPRA-registered and can provide Medicare-rebated sessions. Counsellors are not AHPRA-registered but many are highly effective and often more affordable. Mental Health Directory lists both and clearly shows their credentials and funding options.