Testimonials

Hi Simon, My son was accepted into his first preference for University. He particularly acknowledges your help and strategies that assisted him in the STAT test, as this is how he got his first preference. If we had to rely on his year 12 results (after struggling with test anxiety) he would not have got it. Thanks very much for the assistance. It must be a fantastic feeling knowing that you have made such a difference  in someone’s life. - ZI, South East Adelaide

I came to you (Simon) with a number of issues.  These were causing me grief, anxiety depression and basically holding me back from a number of things I wanted to achieve in life, not the least of which was progression in my career as an airline pilot. So I write to you today as just that.  I am now employed with a renowned commercial airline flying all over the world to fantastic destinations that I never in my wildest dreams thought I would go. I have achieved so much in the last 12-months since attending your sessions.  Not only have I achieved my life long ambition, but I have also resolved a number of other personal issues that have plagued me for years.  In general, I have become more fulfilled and able to enjoy life.  I am still learning and use the tools you taught me to tackle the inevitable hurdles that life throws at you from time to time.  You taught me how to overcome these and continue to enjoy life. - PK, Mascot

I was somewhat nervous and reluctant to seek professional advice fearing that things might be worse than I thought.  Simon you were so approachable and easy to talk to.  I was able to discuss anything with you, and with your skills and techniques I was able to focus on the important issues and see more clearly what needed to be addressed. - JT, Bondi Junction

I suffered with severe depression, anxiety and other mental illnesses for three years before I came across Silvia at BlueSky Psychology. In that time I had tried over 20 different medications (most of which affected my functioning from day to day), seen several different doctors and spent a month in a psychiatric unit. When coming to see Silvia I didn’t have much hope that things would improve for me, but I was desperate to not stop until I found someone who could help me climb my way out of what was a paralysing illness. Each session with Silvia there would be new techniques for helping me beat my illness that I would take home and practice. Each session Silvia was patient with me and worked on my problems according to my level of recovery. Silvia was understanding of my situation and I felt confident to confide in her in regards to my issues. Silvia has been very professional and wonderful in helping me work on getting better. - JG, Maroubra

I want to thank you so much for your help when I was on my rollercoaster ride and felt like I was on the path to self-destruction.  After the first 2 visits I went home thinking that “I know all that – I just need to put it into practice”.  But the following weeks revealed more.  You encouraged me to look at things differently and provided me with techniques to relax.  It was so good to be able to sleep again – and I continue to sleep!  Many people have commented how much more self-caring I am than in the past.  My irritability has gone and I’ve found a new word in the dictionary – “no”.  I am able to prioritise more clearly and consequently have more time for others.   It’s only now that I realize what bad shape I was in mentally and I certainly don’t want to revert to that.  Silvia, your friendly, non-threatening manner made me feel very comfortable and I would thoroughly recommend you to anyone suffering from depression or anxiety disorders.  With your help I feel like a new person.  I realize I still have a long way to go as I have to unlearn a lifetime of unpleasant thought habits – but the process has begun and you’ve given me the tools to continue.- RW, Hurstville