Carol Hayek is a Clinical Psychologist and Psychologist based in Dulwich Hill, NSW. You can find her at 19/225-227 Denison Road, Dulwich Hill NSW 2203. Sessions are available for individuals, couples and families, and the focus is on practical help that you can actually use day to day.
In individual therapy, Carol works with people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or worn down by life. That might look like high stress, low mood, anxiety, big relationship tension, or just that sense that things never really settle. Over time, therapy can help you slow things down, spot patterns, and find small changes that add up.
Carol also provides couples counselling. When communication breaks down or conflict keeps repeating, it can be hard to see a way forward. In therapy, the aim is usually to improve how you talk to each other, understand what is driving the trouble, and build a calmer way of handling disagreements. Sometimes couples want help with trust issues or shared stress from work, parenting, or health concerns. Other times it is more about feeling disconnected and not knowing how to reconnect.
For families, Carol offers support that looks at the whole picture, not just one person’s behaviour. Family life can be busy and messy. At times, things like parenting strain, sibling conflict, or changing routines can tip over into bigger stress. Therapy can help families work out clear ways to manage those moments, and build routines that feel more steady.
Stress management is part of the work across all these session types. Carol uses straightforward strategies to help you cope when your mind is racing or your body feels tense. That can include learning skills to calm down, manage triggers, and handle pressure at home and at work.
Carol’s approach is grounded and down to earth. Sessions are designed to be a place where you can talk honestly, without judgement. You can expect to move at a realistic pace, with goals that make sense for your day-to-day life. If you are not sure where to start, that is okay too. Many people begin by explaining what has been hardest lately, and then together you work out what support is most helpful next.