Sydney Counselling Centre, St Leonards
Day | Time |
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Sunday | Closed |
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | Closed |
Wednesday | Closed |
Thursday | Closed |
Friday | Closed |
Saturday | Closed |
Consultation Fee
Not specified
Clinical Psychologist, Forensic Psychologist, Psychologist
4.5
Counseling sessions
Behavioral therapy
Stress management techniques
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
Anxiety treatment
Dr Gary Banks is a Clinical Psychologist, Forensic Psychologist, and Psychologist. Degree: not specified. Years of experience: not specified. He works at the Sydney Counselling Centre, St Leonards, Suite 302, 116-118 Christie Street, St Leonards NSW 2065.
Dr Banks brings a calm, clear approach to mental health. He listens first. Then he helps with right-sized steps to feel better. His work supports people through tough thoughts and feelings. He uses practical tools that fit real life.
In his clinic in St Leonards, he offers counseling sessions, behavioral therapy, stress management techniques, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). He also specializes in anxiety treatment. People can come for private sessions or family and individual care. The aim is to reduce worry and improve daily life.
The St Leonards location makes it easy for people from nearby Sydney suburbs to access care. The clinic is part of the Sydney Counselling Centre, in Suite 302 of the Christie Street building. This helps patients feel supported in a familiar, professional setting. Dr Banks emphasizes a gentle, patient-friendly style. He explains options in simple terms and works at the pace that fits each person.
His patient care focuses on understanding each person’s needs. He uses evidence-based methods like CBT and behavioral therapy to build skills. He also teaches practical strategies for stress management. This helps people handle daily worries, school or work pressure, and relationships.
Dr Banks believes in continuous learning. He stays up to date with new approaches in psychology. He collaborates with colleagues to provide the best care. Teamwork is important. He coordinates with other health professionals when needed to support overall wellbeing.
People trust Dr Banks for reliable, compassionate care. His reputation comes from a steady, respectful approach and clear results. By combining clinical skill with a practical mindset, he helps patients feel understood and hopeful. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, stress, or other challenges, Dr Banks offers a steady path to better mental health in the Australian setting.
After stuck in a cycle of anxious thoughts, I finally booked with Dr Gary Banks in St Leonards. His CBT approach felt practical and grounded, and the breathing techniques he showed me have really helped calm my day-to-day worries. I left feeling hopeful and more in control.
I was nervous about seeing a psychologist, but Dr Banks made me feel at ease from the moment I walked into Suite 302. The CBT sessions were clear and I picked up useful stress-management tools for work and home. Highly recommended for anyone dealing with anxiety.
Genuine and professional. Dr Banks listened without judgment and helped me understand my anxiety triggers. The behavioral therapy exercises were practical, and I’ve noticed real improvements since starting at 116-118 Christie Street.
Relief at last. The strategies Dr Banks taught me in CBT have made a noticeable difference in my daily stress levels. The sessions at St Leonards are well-structured and tailored to my situation.
A respectful and thorough psychologist. Dr Banks helped me implement easy-to-follow anxiety treatments and a simple plan for ongoing practice. I feel more capable handling tricky situations now.
Really impressed with the range of tools Dr Banks uses—cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-style techniques, and practical homework. The location in St Leonards is convenient, and I left each session feeling understood and supported.
From the first appointment, I felt like I was in good hands. The focus on stress management and actionable steps has helped me at both work and home. Dr Banks is respectful, direct, and easy to talk to.