blue mountains anxiety clinic - Leura

Thank you for visiting our website. Because the demand for our services has been so high, we regretfully had to temporarily close our books. However, Allison has now re-opened a limited waitlist for referrals of *adult clients* in February 2026. The wait time after that for a first appointment might be some weeks. To register interest in a waitlist spot with Allison, please complete our online enquiry form. Gina's books are closed to new referrals and to returning clients she hasn't seen for more than 12 months - sincerest apologies for any inconvenience. If you have a referral from your GP to see us, your referral can be used with any psychologist - please speak with your GP if you need other recommendations. Please visit our Help page if you would like some other suggestions for local and online supports.

a VERY WARM WELCOME

Thanks for dropping by our website. Blue Mountains Anxiety Clinic (BMAC) is a private psychology practice located in Leura village within the beautiful Blue Mountains of New South Wales. Our goal is to provide high quality, individualised and holistic psychological support for adults experiencing anxiety and anxiety-related mental health concerns. We provide comprehensive assessment and treatment options, using evidence-based interventions like cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), schema therapy, and transdiagnostic treatment protocols. Gina and Allison are also trained in the use of Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Gina is also a Department of Veteran's Affairs (DVA), SIRA-accredited (for WorkCover) and a non-directive pregnancy counselling registered provider.

how we can help

There are lots of difficulties and disorders that fall under the umbrella of "anxiety", but common to all is the experience of excessive worrying, along with uncomfortable, unwanted, uncontrollable and at times overwhelming emotions. Sometimes these emotions include not only worry/fear but also sadness, anger, guilt and shame. Frequent worries and intense emotions can really interfere with our ability to experience pleasure, engagement and meaning in our lives. We support clients to identify and make shifts in unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, identify their strengths and values, build confidence and learn strategies to put in their "mental toolkit" for responding effectively to feelings of anxiety and stress. At Blue Mountains Anxiety Clinic, we offer assessment and support for the following concerns:-
  • Stress & non-specific anxiety (just feeling "worried")
  • Generalised anxiety disorder
  • Panic disorder
  • Agoraphobia
  • Social anxiety
  • Dating anxiety
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Complex trauma
  • Academic, exam and performance anxiety (e.g., during HSC and uni exams/assessments)
  • Phobias
  • Health (illness) anxiety
  • Separation anxiety
  • Trichotillomania
  • Bereavement-based anxiety
  • Emotion regulation training & stress management
  • Life transitions (e.g., retirement) & adjustment concerns (e.g., following a stressful event)
  • Mental health impact for LGBTQIA+ people of experiences (for example) of homophobia, social isolation, discrimination, and experiences of being misgendered
  • Parenting/carer anxiety, education & support
  • Perinatal & postnatal anxiety
  • General pregnancy concerns (clients can access a 3-session non-directive pregnancy counselling referral through their GP)
  • Sleep problems (trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, nightmares, wakefulness during the night)
  • Family worries/concerns
  • Work-based anxiety
  • Co-occurring difficulties like neurodivergence: autism & ADHD
At Blue Mountains Anxiety Clinic we also offer comprehensive Autism Spectrum Disorder assessments (ADI-R + MIGDAS), for individuals aged 13 years through to adulthood. For more information about what's involved and assessment costs, please submit an enquiry here.
mEET FOUNDER AND PRINCIPAL PSYCHOLOGIST of Blue Mountains Anxiety Clinic

Dr Gina Villar

PhD | MProfPsych | BSocSci(PsychHons1stClass) | BA (Psych) "My approach is strengths-based (mobilising positive features of you & your life) and solution-focused. It's all about helping you gain insights, learn strategies and make the changes that matter to you, so you can live the life you love." More...
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