Byron Bay & Northern Rivers
A psychologist close to Byron Bay — and online, wherever you are
Depth-focused therapy for adults in Byron Bay and across the Northern Rivers. In-person nearby at Kingscliff, and via telehealth from wherever you are.
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Therapy for people who are functioning well on the outside
Many people who find their way to Sweetnam Psychology are managing life competently — work, relationships, responsibilities. On the surface, things look fine. But underneath, something isn't quite right. There's a flatness, a persistent anxiety, a sense of going through the motions, or a pattern that keeps repeating no matter how hard you try to change it.
The Northern Rivers has no shortage of wellness offerings — yoga, retreats, somatic practices, plant medicine. For some people these help. For others, something more clinically grounded is what's actually needed. If you've tried a lot of things and still feel stuck, depth-focused therapy may be what's been missing.
The quiet burnout
You're holding everything together externally. Internally, you feel depleted, foggy, and disconnected from yourself and the people around you.
The same loop, again
Different circumstances, same emotional place. You can see the pattern clearly — you just can't seem to break it from the inside.
Therapy that didn't go deep enough
You've done the work before — CBT, strategies, journaling. It helped a little. But something underneath didn't shift.
A life transition
A move, a relationship ending, new parenthood, a loss. The old tools aren't working anymore, and you're not sure what to reach for.
The approach
Clinically grounded therapy — not another wellness modality
Taylor Sweetnam is a clinical psychologist and published researcher. Her approach is grounded in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP) — an evidence-based method that addresses the emotional patterns underlying presenting symptoms, rather than simply managing them.
This is direct, active therapy with a strong evidence base. It's not about mindfulness, breath-work, or reframing — it's about understanding what's actually driving your patterns, and working with that at the root level.
For Byron Bay patients, in-person sessions are available at the Kingscliff clinic — approximately 45 minutes south. Telehealth sessions are available for those who prefer to work from home.
The most powerful therapeutic experience is the corrective one: being able to reveal oneself and be met with understanding and acceptance.— Irvin D. Yalom
Serving Byron Bay & surrounds
Accessible to patients across the Northern Rivers
The Kingscliff clinic is the closest in-person option for Byron Bay patients, approximately 45 minutes south via the Pacific Highway. Telehealth sessions are available for patients preferring to attend from home — equally effective for most presentations and available across Australia.
Nearby areas served
Getting started
What to expect when you reach out
New patients are invited to book an initial session, which runs for 50 minutes. There's no obligation to continue — it's a chance to meet, to talk about what's brought you to therapy, and for both of you to get a sense of whether this is the right fit.
Medicare rebates are available for eligible patients with a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP. DVA funding is also accepted. Full details are on the fees and rebates page.
In-person
Kingscliff clinic — approx. 45 min from Byron Bay. Also available at Miami, Gold Coast.
Telehealth
Available Australia-wide. The preferred option for most Byron Bay patients.
Walk & Talk
Available across the Northern Rivers for those who prefer it.
After Hours
Evening and weekend appointments available in-person and via telehealth.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Is there a clinic in Byron Bay itself?
Not currently. The closest in-person clinic is in Kingscliff, approximately 45 minutes south of Byron Bay. Many Byron Bay patients choose to attend via telehealth, which is equally effective for most presentations and removes the travel entirely.
Do I need a referral to see a psychologist?
No referral is needed to make an appointment. To access Medicare rebates, you'll need a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP — straightforward to arrange at any GP appointment.
How is this different from the other therapists and wellness practitioners in the Byron area?
Taylor is a registered clinical psychologist with a Master's degree and a published research background. Her approach is evidence-based and clinically grounded — distinct from coaching, counselling, or somatic and wellness-based modalities. Medicare rebates apply.
Are evening and weekend appointments available?
Yes. Evening and weekend sessions are available both in-person and via telehealth. See the after hours page for more detail.
Do you accept DVA funding?
Yes. Sweetnam Psychology accepts DVA funding for eligible veterans. See the DVA page for full details.
Ready to make a start?
Book an initial session online, or reach out if you have questions before taking that step.
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