James

Mr James Croft

Clinical Psychologist

“James will strive to make you feel comfortable from the moment you meet. His calm and gentle manner will help you settle in, open up, and be yourself. You’ll feel safe and heard, all the while knowing you’re in very good hands. James is a Clinical Psychologist specialising in individual therapy for adults.”

About Me

Stepping into therapy can feel daunting, and James understands this. His calm, gentle manner helps adults settle in, creating a space where you can truly open up. He specialises in individual therapy, guiding clients to feel safe and heard. This supportive environment allows you to be yourself, exploring challenges with confidence. You can trust you are in very good hands, finding clarity and support for your journey.

Approach

You’ll find sessions are steady and unrushed, giving space to explore what’s most pressing and to notice the patterns that keep you stuck. In my Sydney clinic or online I work at a pace that suits you, using steady curiosity and practical, evidence‑based strategies to shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. We often set small experiments between sessions so insights translate into everyday change and stronger relationships with yourself and others. This approach suits adults facing anxiety, mood, relationship or self‑esteem concerns who want collaborative, practical support.
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Basic Information

Services

Services Offered:

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    ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)

    A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.

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    Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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    CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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    Schema Therapy

    A therapy that identifies deep, long-standing emotional patterns (schemas) formed in childhood and works to change the ones that cause recurring problems.

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Works With:

  • •Adults
  • •Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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    Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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    Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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    Men's Issues

    Psychological challenges commonly experienced by men, including difficulty expressing emotions, anger, relationship struggles, fatherhood pressures, and societal expectations of masculinity.

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    Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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    Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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Professional Title:

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    Clinical Psychologist

    An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.

Qualifications

University of New South Wales

Registrations

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Clinical Psychologist

Service Area

Croft Psychology

In-person & Online

Croydon

Sydney, New South Wales

Australia