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Dr Andreas Comninos 

PhD Clinical Psychologist 

EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner | Psychology Board Approved Supervisor
 

Hello, I’m Dr. Andreas Comninos, a PhD Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience supporting people through meaningful psychological change. My goal is to provide a safe, respectful space where we can work collaboratively—setting clear goals and exploring your experiences in depth.

Drawing on the latest evidence-based approaches, I integrate mind-body practices to help address complex emotions and unhelpful patterns.

My PhD research, completed at the University of Wollongong (2008), explored how attachment styles influence not just how quickly—but how fully—we recover in therapy. These insights continue to guide the way I work, across all therapeutic approaches and interventions. You can learn more about this research here.

In our sessions, I aim to help you feel seen, safe, and understood—core elements of secure attachment. We’ll tailor interventions to your needs and goals, and work together to strengthen your relationship with yourself and others—fostering resilience and lasting change.

Medicare rebates are available Australia-wide for up to 10 sessions per calendar year with a GP referral and Mental Health Care Plan. Rebates also apply for for Private Health, NDIS, and DVA Gold Card holders.

To book an appointment please reach out using the contact details below. You’re welcome to share your goals or what you’d like support with—I look forward to hearing from you. 

If you’re not quite ready to start therapy, I invite you to explore the self-help articles I’ve written—they’re designed to offer practical support and insights you can use right away.

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Dr Andreas Comninos

B.Psych (Hons), PhD (Clin Psych), MAPS

  • PhD Clinical Psychologist
  • EMDR Therapist | EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner
  • Psychology Board Approved Supervisor 
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Dr Andreas Comninos

B.Psych (Hons), PhD (ClinPsych), MAPS
 
  • PhD Clinical Psychologist
  • EMDR Therapist | EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner 
  • Psychology Board Approved Supervisor 
  • 15+ years experience 

 About Andreas

 

Hello, I’m Dr. Andreas Comninos, a PhD Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience supporting people through meaningful psychological change. My goal is to provide a safe, respectful space where we can work collaboratively—setting clear goals and exploring your experiences in depth.

Drawing on the latest evidence-based approaches, I integrate mind-body practices to help address complex emotions and unhelpful patterns.

My PhD research, completed at the University of Wollongong (2008), explored how attachment styles influence not just how quickly—but how fully—we recover in therapy. These insights continue to guide the way I work, across all therapeutic approaches and interventions. You can learn more about this research here.

In our sessions, I aim to help you feel seen, safe, and understood—core elements of secure attachment. We’ll tailor interventions to your needs and goals, and work together to strengthen your relationship with yourself and others—fostering resilience and lasting change.

Medicare rebates are available Australia-wide for up to 10 sessions per calendar year with a GP referral and Mental Health Care Plan. Rebates also apply for for Private Health, NDIS, and DVA Gold Card holders.

To book an appointment please reach out using the contact details below. You’re welcome to share your goals or what you’d like support with—I look forward to hearing from you. 

If you’re not quite ready to start therapy, I invite you to explore the self-help articles I’ve written—they’re designed to offer practical support and insights you can use right away.

 

Accreditations & Professional Affiliations:

Accredited Practitioner: EMDR Association of Australia
Accredited Practitioner: EMDR Association of Australia
Member of the Australian Psychological Association (MAPS)
Member of the Australian Psychological Association (MAPS)
Member of the Trauma Recovery Network
Member of the Trauma Recovery Network

Accredited Provider

Dr Andreas Comninos is registered to provide psychological services under:

  • Medicare (requires a GP referral & Mental Health Care Plan)
  • NDIS (Self-managed & Plan-managed)
  • Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA Gold Card Holders) 
  • Private Health Insurance (Please refer to your policy)
Medicare Rebates Available
Medicare Rebates Available
DVA Registered Provider
DVA Registered Provider
NDIS Registered Provider
NDIS Registered Provider

Therapeutic Philosophy

Clarity. Direction. Growth.

Clarity. Direction. Growth.

Focused on Your Needs

Focused on Your Needs

Grounded in Science

Grounded in Science

Approach

 

With a PhD in Clinical Psychology and over 15 years of experience, I integrate trauma-informed, compassionate therapies with a collaborative approach to help you work with your unique needs and achieve meaningful, lasting change.

 

Reconnecting You With Your Vitality

Just like cherry blossoms — symbols of impermanence, renewal, strength, and growth — these qualities guide my approach to healing and growth in therapy. 

I help people heal from trauma, improve relationships, recover from hardships, navigate life transitions, and move toward greater self-understanding, personal transformation, and freedom.

Get in Touch

Get in touch to begin your journey.

 

Community Engagement

 

Andreas is committed to supporting community resilience and mental health, participating in volunteer work, professional networks, and public engagement initiatives.


Lifeline Central Sydney

Andreas has previously volunteered as a Lifeline Crisis Telephone Counsellor, providing emotional support and suicide prevention assistance for people in acute distress.


Australian Psychological Society’s Disaster Response Network (DRN)

Andreas is a current member of the Disaster Response Network (DRN), a national group of psychologists dedicated to delivering psychological first aid and wellbeing support to frontline workers and communities impacted by disasters. The DRN is an initiative of the Australian Psychological Society. 

 

Movember – One Night in Movember 

Andreas served as an invited mental health professional for Movember’s community event One Night in Movember, contributing to discussions on men’s mental health, gender, and suicide prevention.




Lifeline Northern Beaches – Critical Incident Response Team

Andreas is a member of a dedicated EMDR Therapy Team that, in collaboration with Lifeline Northern Beaches, provides free individual and group EMDR-based, trauma-focused interventions to communities affected by critical incidents, including the recent Bondi incident and fatal shark attacks.

 

Why Andreas Offers Online Therapy

 

Online therapy (Telehealth) offers privacy, convenience, and flexibility without compromising effectiveness.

Working offers several advantages, especially for those who:

  • Prefer the convenience and flexibility

  • Want to save travel time & costs

  • Live regionally, remotely, or abroad

  • Travel frequently or prefer location independence

When the therapeutic relationship is strong, extensive research shows that online sessions can be equally as effective as in-person care — especially for evidence-based trauma therapies like EMDR therapy, which is highly effective when delivered online.

Medicare, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA), the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and Private Health Insurers ALL recognise online therapy as an effective, evidence-based mode of treatment and all offer rebates accordingly.

 

 Online sessions with Andreas are eligible for:

  • Medicare Rebates
  • Private Health Insurance Rebates
  • DVA Gold Card Rebates
  • NDIS Participants

Andreas is a Private Health Insurance Provider

Bupa
Bupa
Medibank Private
Medibank Private
NIB
NIB
HCF
HCF
HBF
HBF
AHM
AHM

Clinical Supervision with Andreas: 

Clinical Supervision & EMDR Consultation

Andreas has more than 15 years experience working with complex trauma and attachment-related presentations across individual and group settings. He holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology and is an EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner and PsyBA Approved Supervisor.

Andreas offers reflective-practice supervision, case consultation and therapy for:

  • Psychologists & Clinical Psychologists
  • EMDR Therapists
  • Psychology Registrars
  • Counsellors & Allied Health Practitioners  

Deepen your clinical work with Andreas

Deepen your clinical work. Gain confidence with complex issues and refine how you approach difficult sessions.

Strengthen your case formulation skills. Engage in structured, supportive supervision that helps you think more clearly and work more intentionally.

Build skills, expand your capacity, and continue growing as a clinician with guidance tailored to your professional development. 

Learn More Here

EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner | PsyBA Approved Supervisor.

Ready to Take the Next Step ?

Andreas is currently accepting new clients for online therapy. 

 

Get in touch to discuss your goals. 

 

Andreas will respond personally and guide you through the next steps. 

Self-Help Tools: 

 

Practical articles designed to help you better understand & address common challenges.

Evidenced-based tools to support your psychological wellbeing.

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