Compassionate, down-to-earth therapy in Brisbane & online across Australia.

Bear Hug Psychology provides therapy for adults and young people (16+) seeking support with anxiety, depression, ADHD, burnout, OCD, identity, relationships, and more.

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Feel heard

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Feel understood

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Navigate life’s challenges

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Build self-compassion

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Find your strengths

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Move forward with ease

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Feel heard ✿ Feel understood ✿ Navigate life’s challenges ✿ Build self-compassion ✿ Find your strengths ✿ Move forward with ease ✿

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Hi, I’m Ursula!

I’m a registered psychologist and the founder of Bear Hug Psychology.

I work with adults and young people (16+) in a way that’s collaborative, neuroaffirming, LGBTQIA+ inclusive, and grounded in evidence-based care.

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your head, or unsure where to begin, this is a space to slow down, feel heard, and explore ways to respond to life with more understanding and ease.

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What I Can Support You With

If you’ve been feeling anxious, burnt out, disconnected from yourself, or tangled in self-doubt, you’re not alone.

Some of the areas I support clients with include:

  • Anxiety (social anxiety, panic, health anxiety, OCD, GAD)

  • ADHD & executive functioning support

  • Relationship and identity concerns

  • Perfectionism, burnout & people-pleasing

  • Self-worth, emotional overwhelm & values-based living

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Feel heard

✿

Feel understood

✿

Navigate life’s challenges

✿

Build self-compassion

✿

Find your strengths

✿

Move forward with ease

✿

Feel heard ✿ Feel understood ✿ Navigate life’s challenges ✿ Build self-compassion ✿ Find your strengths ✿ Move forward with ease ✿

Why Clients Choose Bear Hug Psychology.

Choosing a psychologist is a big step. here’s what clients tell me makes a difference:

✔ Neuroaffirming & LGBTQIA+ inclusive therapy. Safe, affirming care for neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

✔ Experience and special interest in ADHD, Anxiety, OCD & LGBTQIA+ support. Tailored, evidence-based support for the challenges that matter most to you.

✔ Compassion-focused, strengths-based approach. Helping you reduce self-criticism, build self-kindness, and feel more confident in yourself.

✔ Flexible ways to connect. Face-to-face in Ashgrove or online from the comfort of home.

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Where and How We Can Work Together

I see clients in person in my calm, leafy Ashgrove therapy space on Mondays and Tuesdays, and also offer telehealth sessions Australia-wide via secure video.

Your sessions are 50 minutes long and tailored to your needs - whether that’s building practical skills, exploring the deeper “why” behind your challenges, or finding more ease in daily life.

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The Therapy Space

My therapy room in Ashgrove is designed to feel calm, cosy, and welcoming, far from a typical clinical setting.

Nestled in a lush, green pocket of the suburb, it’s filled with natural light, soft furnishings, leafy plants and a complimentary tea bar.

It’s a space where you can settle in, take a breath, and feel at ease.

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  • Choose a time that works for you. No referral required.

  • We’ll explore your goals and create a plan together.

  • Continue at a pace that feels right for you, with flexibility to adjust as your needs evolve.

Getting started is simple:

If you’d like to find out more before booking, I also offer a free 10-minute consultation so you can see if we’re a good fit.

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