Maria Schaffer

Clinical Psychology & TherapyNeuropsychology & AssessmentsAll Clinicians

6 Dec

Written By Eena Talens

Clinical Psychologist

BSc(Hons), MPsych(Clin)

Maria can help you with

Treatment for and/or management of:

Areas of special interest

Generalised Anxiety Disorder
Social Anxiety Disorder
Health Anxiety
Panic Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Low Self-Esteem
Adjustment Difficulties
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Evidence-based Therapies & Therapeutic Approaches Maria Uses

About Maria

Maria is a warm and empathetic clinical psychologist dedicated to supporting clients in achieving their mental health and well-being goals. . She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Sydney and holds a Master of Clinical Psychology from the University of Queensland. Maria works within a cognitive-behavioural framework to help her patients meet their goals. Maria has worked across community and hospital settings with adolescents, adults, and older adults, and she contributes to the profession through her involvement on the NSW Branch Committee of the Australian Association for Cognitive and Behaviour Therapy (AACBT).

Maria takes a collaborative and evidence-based approach to therapy, creating a safe space where clients feel heard and supported. Maria has a keen interest in the treatment of anxiety disorders (Panic, Social, GAD, OCD, PTSD), mood disorders, and clinical perfectionism within the adult population. She also provided support to people experiencing everyday life stressors, including relationship and workplace challenges. . She also is accredited to see SIRA, WorkCover, and CTP clients.