Tanya Cooper is a psychologist based in Gordon, NSW. You can find her at Gordon Chambers, Suite 3, 780a Pacific Highway, Gordon NSW 2072. Her work is aimed at helping people feel steadier and cope better with day to day life, especially when things feel stressful or hard to handle.
Sessions are available for individuals, couples, and families. That means support can be for one person dealing with their own thoughts and feelings, or for two people working through patterns that keep getting in the way. Family sessions can also help when relationships at home are under strain, and it helps everyone understand how to move forward in a calmer way.
CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) is a big part of Tanya’s approach. CBT is practical. In many cases, it helps you spot the thoughts and habits that might be fuelling anxiety, low mood, or stress. From there, therapy can focus on changing how you respond, building new coping skills, and making small steps that add up over time.
Stress management counselling is also offered. Stress doesn’t always look the same for everyone. For some people it shows up as feeling overwhelmed, for others it might be trouble sleeping, feeling on edge, or feeling like you can’t switch off. Sessions can help you slow things down, make sense of what’s happening, and try strategies that fit your routine and your life.
Tanya’s goal is to help clients build tools they can actually use, not just talk about what’s going wrong. Sometimes that means learning ways to handle difficult moments, and other times it means working out what needs to change in relationships, daily habits, or the way you think about yourself. Over time, many people find it easier to manage the highs and lows, rather than getting stuck in the same cycle.
If you’re not sure whether individual, couples, or family therapy is the best fit, it’s okay to start with what’s going on right now. Tanya can help sort through the main concerns and work out a clear plan for the sessions ahead. The setting is focused and steady, with care and attention to what you need.