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Compulsive Behaviour Counselling

At iflow Psychology in Gladesville, we provide confidential, evidence-based counselling for people experiencing compulsive or repetitive behaviours that feel difficult to control. This includes compulsive spending, , organising, scrolling, exercising, or other habits that cause stress, conflict or emotional distress.

Our psychologists help you understand the triggers behind these behaviours and develop healthier, sustainable patterns for long-term well-being.

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What We Help With

Common concerns supported in counselling include:

  • Compulsive spending or shopping

  • Compulsive organising, cleaning, or household routines

  • Compulsive exercising or overtraining

  • Repetitive behaviours used for stress relief

  • Inability to stop certain habits despite negative consequences

  • Emotional reliance on behaviours (to cope, escape or feel relief)

  • Guilt, secrecy, shame or financial strain

  • Conflict with partners or family over habits

  • Overuse of screens, social media, or digital browsing

  • Impulsive or addictive reward-seeking patterns

  • Co-occurring anxiety, stress, trauma or low mood

What’s Included

Your psychologist will provide:

  • A structured assessment of behavioural patterns

  • Exploration of emotional, cognitive and situational triggers

  • Identification of reward cycles maintaining the behaviour

  • Evidence-based CBT, ACT, MI and emotion regulation strategies

  • Practical skills for reducing urges and regaining control

  • Tools for managing stress without relying on compulsive habits

  • Strategies for rebuilding confidence, boundaries and self-regulation

  • Optional partner/family involvement where helpful

  • A tailored plan for long-term behavioural stability

What to Expect from Therapy

  1. Initial Assessment – explore your behaviour patterns, triggers, routines and goals

  2. Behavioural Mapping – identifying reinforcement cycles, emotional drivers and avoidance behaviours

  3. Skills Development – managing urges, replacing habits, improving self-regulation

  4. Underlying Issues – addressing stress, trauma, anxiety or mood concerns contributing to the behaviour

  5. Relapse Prevention – building insight, routines, boundaries and sustainable lifestyle changes

Sessions are available in-person in Gladesville or via telehealth across NSW.

Benefits

  • Reduced compulsive urges and behaviours

  • Healthier coping strategies that are sustainable

  • Better emotional regulation and self-awareness

  • Improved financial, family or relationship stability

  • Increased sense of control and confidence

  • Reduced shame, guilt and secrecy

  • Stronger boundaries and healthier routines

  • Supportive, confidential space to understand your behaviour

Why Choose iflow Psychology?

Fees / Funding

  • Medicare rebates available with a Mental Health Treatment Plan

  • Private health fund rebates depending on your policy

  • Telehealth sessions eligible for Medicare with a valid referral

  • SIRA / WorkCover accepted when pre-approved

  • NDIS (self- and plan-managed) accepted

How to Access Support

You can access Compulsive Behaviour Counselling by:

  • Booking online anytime

  • Calling our admin team

  • Emailing us for guidance on rebates and referral options

  • Attending in-person at our Gladesville clinic or via telehealth across NSW

No referral is required unless you want Medicare rebates.

Additional Information

Many clients find it helpful to include partners or family members in selected sessions to improve communication, reduce conflict and strengthen support systems.
Your psychologist will discuss whether this is appropriate for your situation.

Other Resources

Finding iflow Psychology in Gladesville

iflow Psychology is located on Victoria Road in the heart of Gladesville, close to The Guitar Factory and easily accessible by public transport. Free and timed parking options are available in the surrounding streets, and major bus routes stop only a short walk from the clinic.

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We also offer secure telehealth appointments for employees across NSW.

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📍 Get directions on Google Maps — Suite 2, 260–274 Victoria Road, Gladesville NSW 2111

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Compulsive behaviours don’t have to control your life.
Our psychologists can help you regain balance, confidence and clarity.


Call (02) 6061 1144
📧 admin@iflowpsychology.com.au
💻 Book Online (Halaxy)

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