Sophie O’Dwyer, Gold Coast based Health Psychologist

I’m Sophie, a Health Psychologist who supports people navigating chronic pain, chronic illness, women’s health concerns, and life transitions. My work is grounded in the belief that you don’t need to “push through,” minimise what you’re feeling, or pretend you’re fine. You deserve care that genuinely understands the complexity of living in a body that doesn’t always cooperate.

My approach is practical, validating, and centred on helping you make sense of your symptoms, your experiences, and your story. Together we look at what your body is trying to communicate, what patterns might be keeping you stuck, and what will actually help you feel more in control, calm, and supported day-to-day. My goal is to ensure taking steps in therapy feels easy, helpful and accessible.

I use evidence-based strategies drawn from Health Psychology, chronic pain science, CBT, ACT, pacing, and mind–body approaches, but in a way that’s tailored, compassionate, and never one-size-fits-all.

Whether you’re dealing with ongoing pain, endo/PCOS, fatigue, anxiety, burnout, or the emotional load that comes with long-term health challenges, therapy with me is a space where you don’t have to explain or justify what you’re going through. I’m here to help you build a life that feels sustainable, meaningful and aligned with your values.

If you are interested in working together, you can book with me directly, or schedule a free 15 minute discovery call to see whether it feels like the right fit.