Advantage Psychology

31/08/2025

Every day is a new chance to step into your strength. Being the best version of yourself doesn’t mean being perfect—it means showing up, taking small steps forward, and choosing growth, even when it feels hard.

Your challenges don’t define you. What defines you is your courage to face them, your willingness to keep learning, and your determination to move closer to the life you want.

Take a deep breath, trust yourself, and remember—you already have what it takes.

28/08/2025

Research shows that it’s not about never arguing – it’s about how you handle conflict and how you repair afterwards. The Gottman Method, developed from over 40 years of research, has identified the key habits that make relationships last: building friendship, managing conflict constructively, and creating shared meaning together.

At Advantage Psychology, our couples counsellors use the Gottman Method to help couples strengthen communication, deepen connection, and rebuild trust.

💜 We’re excited to share that couples counselling is now available at our practice. Because every relationship deserves the tools to thrive, not just survive.

24/08/2025

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is more than habits or quirks—it’s a cycle of intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours (compulsions) that can feel overwhelming and difficult to manage. Many people living with OCD feel trapped by these patterns, but effective, evidence-based treatments are available.

One approach that has shown strong results is Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). Originally developed for trauma, EMDR is now recognised as a highly effective treatment for OCD. It helps the brain process intrusive thoughts and reduce the distress they cause, breaking the cycle of obsession and compulsion.

At Advantage Psychology Group, our trained psychologists use EMDR alongside other proven therapies to support people living with OCD. With the right guidance, real and lasting change is possible.

20/08/2025

At Advantage Psychology Group, we provide ADHD assessments and practical support for children, teens, and adults.
Our experienced psychologists help you understand your challenges and give you strategies to improve focus, manage emotions, and thrive in everyday life.
Don’t let ADHD hold you back — call us today to book an assessment or support session.

03/08/2025

📢 We’re now open Wednesdays at our St Marys clinic!

We’re excited to offer even more flexibility for appointments with our team now available 5 days a week.

📍 St Marys clinic
🕘 Wednesdays – now open!

Immediate availability on Wednesdays available for a short time only.
Call us or book online to find a time that works for you (02) 9623 0270

03/08/2025

📢 We’re now open Wednesdays at our St Marys clinic!

We’re excited to offer even more flexibility for appointments with our team now available 5 days a week.

📍 St Marys clinic
🕘 Wednesdays – now open!

Call us or book online to find a time that works for you.

01/08/2025

👋 Welcoming another great clinician to the Team

We’re excited to welcome Sera Metwally to our Advantage Psychology St Marys clinic!

Sera is a warm and compassionate psychologist who brings a wealth of experience supporting clients through anxiety, mood difficulties, trauma, relationship challenges, and ADHD assessments.
Sera is also passionate about helping clients with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and is trained in ERP, the gold standard treatment for this condition.

Sera is available for appointments on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

We're excited to welcome both Sera to our team of Professional therapists offering evidence-based treatment at St Marys and have immediate availability for a short time only.

To learn more about Sera and the rest of our team, visit 👉 https://advantagepsychology.com.au/our-team

📞 Appointments are now open — call us on (02) 9623 0270,
or book online at https://advantagepsychology.com.au/book-now to secure a spot.

17/07/2025

It’s one thing to hope things will get better — but real change starts when we turn that hope into action.

Whether it’s improving your mental health, feeling more balanced, or making a fresh start, setting clear, realistic goals can make all the difference.

You don’t have to map out the whole journey today.
Just begin with one intention. One step. One small plan.

💭 What’s one thing you’d like to work toward this week?

We are a private network of psychology practices serving Western and North-western Sydney that are committed to providing professional, supportive, evidence-based treatment services.

17/07/2025

We are excited to launch our latest focus program!

Our new Exam Confidence Program is designed to support students who feel overwhelmed, panicked, or frozen when it comes to tests and assessments.

Led by psychologists, this evidence-based program helps young people:
✅ Understand and manage exam-related stress
✅ Learn practical coping strategies
✅ Build confidence and resilience
✅ Perform to their full potential

Whether your child is in high school or preparing for uni exams, we’re here to help them feel calm, focused, and capable.

💬 Spaces are limited – bookings now open
📞 Call us today on 02 8882 9771, or visit https://advantagepsychology.com.au/exam-confidence-program to learn more.

06/07/2025

🌿 Welcome Ajla to the Advantage Psychology Team! 🌿

We’re delighted to introduce the newest member of our team, Ajla Becirovik, a Clinical Psychologist Registrar with a deep passion for supporting young people to build confidence, resilience, and clarity in their lives.

Ajla brings a warm, down-to-earth approach to therapy and creates a safe, collaborative space for her clients to explore challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and substance-related issues. She works flexibly, drawing on evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, and Narrative Therapy—always tailoring support to suit each person’s goals and strengths.

Ajla also provides cognitive and developmental assessments, offering clear, practical feedback to help clients and families move forward with confidence.

You’ll find Ajla at our Rouse Hill clinic on Mondays and Thursdays. We’re so pleased to have her on board!

02/06/2025

New Monday. New Week. New Goal.

Every fresh week is a small reset — a chance to check in with yourself, set intentions, and take one step closer to the life you want.
Whether your goal is to manage anxiety, create healthier boundaries, support your child’s wellbeing, or simply feel more like yourself again, your goals matter.

Look after you this week.

19/05/2025

Real help. Real connection. From your couch. 💬🛋️

At Advantage Psychology, we have qualified Clinical Psychologists who offer professional telehealth sessions so you can access real support without leaving home. Whether you're navigating anxiety, low mood, chronic illness, or pre/post-natal depression, we're here to help—no matter where you live in Australia.

Private. Flexible. Evidence-based care, right from your couch.
Book today via the online link, or call us on 02 8882 9771.

Alternatively you can call us between 9am and 5:30pm on weekdays on (02) 8882 9771, or email us at: info@advantagepsychology.com.au