In-Person in Sydney, NSW 2000
Online in Australia, United Kingdom
I believe the strength of our therapeutic relationship is at the core of creating meaningful change. I offer a warm, empathic and deeply caring approach to therapy. Equally I have over a decade of experience and have specialised training in. a variety of modalities. This means we can. work. together to ensure that your therapy is tailored. specifically to meet your unique needs. and goals whatever they may be.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Teen, Young Adult
Treatment Approach
- Developmental Therapy Looks at how childhood and developmental experiences affect current challenges. It aims to repair unmet needs and foster healthy growth.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) A short-term approach focused on improving relationships and social support. It is often used for depression and grief.
- Object Relations Therapy Focuses on how early caregiver relationships shape current relationships. It aims to improve patterns of attachment and trust.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
Approach Description: My approach to therapy in terms of what modality I may use varies depending on the unique needs of each client and is often a combination of several different modalities. I look through a developmental lense in all my work as our early attachment experiences are ultimately what shape us. For my couples I find the Gottman method particularly useful in identifying unhelpful communication patterns and helping couples to communicate and resolve conflict more effectively. I also find EMDR very effective for trauma work and also as an alternative to traditional talk. therapy for more complex issues where previously more cognitive based approaches may not have worked for clients.
Education & Credentials
Jessica Ryan-Zeman MCAP, BA (Psych)
- Female
- License # PACFA (Clinical Member) # 22324
- Licensed in New South Wales (NSW)
- Practicing Since 2010
Education: BA (psychology) and Masters of Applied Counselling and Psychotherapy
Finances
Insurance
- Accepts Insurance
- I accept Bupa, HCF and Medibank Private
Jessica Ryan-Zeman Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Sydney, NSW 2000
- Available Online for residents of Australia, United Kingdom
- Online Therapy Details: Via Vectura which you can access directly from. my website.
I am located in Elizabeth st right in the heart of Sydney's CBD. I offer the flexibility of both in person and online sessions depending on what. works best for you. I work with couples. and individuals that are struggling in their relationships either due to interpersonal issues or developmental/attachment trauma that may be resurfacing or unresolved. I have a particualr interst in attachment theory that informs my. approach and I use a variety of modalities including the Gottman Method, EMDR, attachment based and. family systems modalities.