“Anchor Clinic helps teens, young adults, and adults with ADHD feel understood, supported, and hopeful, no matter what storms they’re navigating”
- Stephanie Hayes Barclay (Founder & Clinical Psychologist)
What we offer
ADHD Support
Live group support and individual therapy options for ADHD.
Led by a Clinical Psychologist with both professional and lived experience.
Whether you’re looking for a diagnosis, tools that actually work, or a place to feel understood - we’ve got you.
Psychological Therapy
Compassionate, evidence-based therapy for teens, young adults, and adults.
Individual, family, and relationship-based sessions tailored to your needs.
In-person (Central Coast, NSW) or Telehealth options available.
Medicare rebates with a valid MHCP and GP referral.
Training and Speaking
Speaking, clinical supervision, and professional development.
Tailored training for schools, workplaces, and health professionals.
Board Approved Supervision available for early-career psychologists.
Available Australia-wide via Zoom or in person on the Central Coast.
Why Anchor Clinic?
A Boutique Psychology Practice (Not a Production Line)
At Anchor Clinic, you’re never just a name on a list. We’re a deliberately small practice that values depth over volume. We don’t rush, and we don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach.
Highly Qualified, Deeply Committed
Both Stephanie and Joanna hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, with specialist training in treating adolescents and young adults. Our clinical decisions are grounded in evidence-based models like CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, and schema therapy, delivered with genuine care and collaboration.
Tailored Support, Not Generic Sessions
Every session is shaped around your goals, needs, and context. Whether you’re navigating ADHD, anxiety, trauma, or relational difficulties, we take the time to understand the full picture and support meaningful change.
In-Person on the Central Coast or Secure Telehealth
We offer appointments from our Erina office or via Telehealth for clients across NSW and Australia. You can expect the same professional care either way with, flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
Meet the Team:
Stephanie Hayes Barclay
Principal Clinical Psychologist | BPsych (Hons), MPsych(Clin), MACPA, Board Approved Supervisor
Hi, I’m Stephanie.
I am passionate about working with young people; especially adolescents and young adults!
There is so much change, transition and complexity as a young person, and I’ve found that even a little high-quality support can go a long way! It’s a privilege to be able to offer my clients hope, understanding, and restoration even when life gets tough!
I’m looking forward to meeting you and hearing your story.
Therapy Availability: Monday and Tuesday
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Stephanie balances a warm, laid back, non-judgmental manner with dedication in providing evidence based psychological interventions that can help you manage the challenges of life. Stephanie utilises a holistic approach; taking into consideration the physical, psychological, spiritual and relational health of each person and their environment. Stephanie aims to make each session practical and solutions focused, working alongside you to make meaningful change.
Stephanie utilises a tailored approach based on your individual needs and using a variety of evidence based interventions including:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness Based Therapies
Schema Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
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Child, Adolescent and Young Adult Mental Health including:
ADHD
Addiction
Anxiety Disorders (e.g. Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Phobias)
Complex Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Emotion Regulation Difficulties
Mood Disorders (e.g. Depression, Bipolar Affective Disorder)
Self Harm
Relationship Concerns (families, friendships, intimate partners)
Stress and life adjustment
Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviours
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Stephanie has worked in private practice alongside other roles until deciding to focus solely on Anchor Clinic in 2023.
Stephanie most recently worked with the Central Coast Local Health Districts’ (CCLHD) Child and Family Health Service FACETS team (ages 5-12yrs) providing interventions and running parenting groups to support children and their families.
She previously worked in:
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service ( CCLHD)
Youth Health Service (CCLHD)
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Pain Management Centre (SLHD)
Psychology Perspective (private practice)
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Endorsed Clinical Psychologist (Psychology Board of Australia)
Psychology Board of Australia Approved Supervisor
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) from the University of Sydney
Master of Clinical Psychology from University of Technology Sydney
Member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (MACPA)
Certified Tuning into Kids Parenting Group Facilitator
Certified EMDR therapist
Registered with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Medicare provider
Joanna Gear
| Clinical Psychologist Registrar| Registered Psychologist | BAPsych, PostGradDipPsych, GradDipProfPsych MPsych(Clin), MACPA
Hello. I’m Joanna.
I’m a dedicated psychologist and enjoy working with people from a variety of life stages from children through to adults. I have a special interest in working with adolescents and young adults, as they learn to navigate life’s ups and downs, forge identity and find their unique talents and purpose.
Accessing evidence based and high-quality support can help young people cope more effectively, address mental health problems, and improve quality of life. It is a privilege to be able to support clients to navigate life’s challenges, manage their mental health and enhance well-being.
Therapy Availability: Thursday and Saturday
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Joanna brings to her work a genuine care and compassion for people. She applies evidence-based interventions in a client focused and collaborative manner to assist people to make change and move towards their goals. Her approach focuses on warmth, and building a safe and supportive environment, that allows clients to share their unique story. Throughout treatment, Joanna aims to empower and equip individuals to overcome life’s challenges, enhance well-being and lead more meaningful, enriched lives.
Joanna utilises a variety of evidence-based interventions including:
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
• Mindfulness Based Therapies
• Motivational Interviewing
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Joanna’s areas of interests span child, adolescent and adult Mental Health and include:
• Anxiety Disorders (e.g. Generalised Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder, and Phobias)
• Complex Trauma
• Eating Disorders (specialist training in enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
• Emotion Regulation Difficulties
• Grief and Loss
• Mood Disorders (e.g. Depression)
• Self Harm
• Relationship Concerns (families, friendships, intimate partners)
• Self-esteem, and social skill development
• Stress, and Life Adjustment
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Joanna has experience with a wide range of presenting difficulties, having worked across private practice, adolescent mental health services, and educational settings. She has also worked in young people and adult mental health services within the Central Coast Area Health Services.
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Registered Psych:
Joanna has been practicing as a psychologist since 2015. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), a Master of Clinical Psychology, a Post Graduate Diploma in Psychology, and a Graduate Diploma in Professional Psychology. Joanna is a member of the Australian Psychological Society.
Registered with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Medicare provider
Meet Tracey:
Tracey will be your first point of contact when connecting with Anchor Clinic.
Tracey is a wizardress, managing everything behind the scenes with a warm, friendly and comforting disposition.
With over 10 years experience working in psychology practices, Tracey is available to help with any questions clients or referrers may have.
Tracey helps with all appointments and general enquiries from Monday to Friday.
Book an appointment online
Current clients can make, view, and change appointments online using the client portal.
New to Anchor Clinic?
If you want to request an appointment at Anchor Clinic, or if you just want to find out more information, you can contact us .
We will get back to you and guide you through the next steps.
We'd love to meet you and find out how we can support you !