Marcia Maydana Psychologist

Anxiety is a normal part of life, but it can become problematic when it begins to interfere with daily living, especially impairing our ability to fully commit to our values. Anxiety disorders are characterised by persistent and excessive worry and fear.

As an experienced psychologist in Maroochydore, Marcia offers tailored therapy to help you manage different forms of anxiety, including Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Social Phobia and Specific Phobias. Using evidence-based approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness techniques, Marcia helps you understand your triggers, develop practical coping strategies and regain control. Sessions are available in-person or via telehealth, with Medicare rebates for eligible clients.

Phobias are persistent and irrational fears of particular objects or situations, leading to avoidance behaviours that can severely impact daily life.

Whether it’s a fear of heights, spiders, flying or social situations, Marcia provides targeted therapy to help you confront and overcome these fears. Using proven techniques including gradual exposure therapy and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), Marcia can help you reduce the intensity of your phobic response and live more freely.

Depression is a disorder of mood that manifests as a persistently low mood lasting longer than two weeks. It often comes with low motivation, loss of interest in previously enjoyable activities, low energy, problems with memory and concentration, low self-esteem, pessimism and changes in appetite and sleep patterns.

As a psychologist on the Sunshine Coast, Marcia provides compassionate support to help you navigate and overcome depression. Using Schema Therapy and other evidence-based approaches, Marcia works with you to understand the origins of negative thought patterns, improve your mood and reclaim your sense of joy and purpose.

Trauma results from severely distressing events that exceed one’s ability to cope, leading to serious, long-term negative consequences. It can involve experiencing or witnessing overwhelming events that leave lasting emotional scars.

Marcia utilises trauma-informed therapy to help you process and integrate these experiences safely. With specialised training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), Marcia supports your journey towards healing at a pace that feels right for you, helping you build resilience and regain emotional stability. Both in-person and telehealth sessions are available.

Stress and burnout are common in today’s fast-paced world, often resulting from chronic work pressures or personal responsibilities. These conditions can lead to significant physical and emotional exhaustion.

At her Maroochydore practice, Marcia offers therapy focused on stress management and burnout recovery, helping you develop effective coping strategies and build lasting resilience. Using mindfulness techniques and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Marcia’s approach aims to restore balance and improve your ability to handle life’s demands. Telehealth sessions are also available for busy professionals.

Difficulties with self-esteem can lead to persistent self-doubt and fears about self-worth, affecting relationships, work and overall wellbeing.

Marcia offers therapy to address self-esteem issues, helping you build confidence and a positive self-image. Using Schema Therapy, Marcia supports you in understanding where negative self-beliefs originated, processing past experiences that shaped them and developing a healthier, more compassionate view of yourself.

Interpersonal relationships, whether in marriage, family, friendships or the workplace, can often be challenging. Issues such as communication breakdowns, unresolved conflicts and emotional disconnection can strain even the strongest bonds.

Marcia provides counselling for individuals and couples facing relationship difficulties. As a certified Gottman Method therapist, Marcia uses research-backed techniques to help you improve communication, rebuild trust and foster deeper connection. Couples therapy is available at her Sunshine Coast clinic or via telehealth for added flexibility.

Parenting can be a challenging journey, especially when dealing with difficult behaviours, strong emotions or family conflict. These challenges can lead to stress, strained relationships and feelings of overwhelm.

Marcia offers psychological support to parents, helping you develop effective strategies tailored to your family’s needs. Drawing on evidence-based approaches, Marcia guides you through the complexities of parenthood, helping you create a supportive environment for your children while looking after your own wellbeing.