About the Anxiety Disorders Clinic

The Anxiety Disorders Clinic is a specialist clinic which provides assessment and treatment for adults (18+)* with anxiety disorders. Treatment with the clinic involves Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), delivered in face-to-face or telehealth sessions and online CBT courses.

Part of the Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression (CRUfAD), the Anxiety Disorders Clinic is located at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Sydney.

People seek treatment with the clinic for a variety of reasons, including:

They see first-hand the positive experiences and outcomes of family and friends who have received treatment at the clinic

They want to understand their anxiety and learn to take charge of it

Their symptoms have just begun and they want to minimise the impact of their anxiety both now and in the future

They are confused or unsure about their diagnosis or treatment options

They have had multiple unsuccessful attempts of other treatments

They have had to live with anxiety for many years

They have decided “enough is enough”

We are dedicated to working together with you and your treating professionals to achieve the best outcomes for you now and in the future.

*If you are looking for help for a child or adolescent with anxiety, please see your GP for a referral to a local clinical psychologist who specialises in treating anxiety in young people. You can also call the NSW Mental Health Access Line on 1800 011 511 for information on public Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services in your area.

Treatment from experts

The Anxiety Disorders Clinic was established in 1986 by psychiatrist, Professor Gavin Andrew AO. Today, under the leadership of Dr Mike Millard, the clinic is recognised throughout Australian for its expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety disorders. Our treatment approaches are grounded in over 50 years of research and are widely utilised by clinicians worldwide.

Our team of specialist clinical psychologists and psychiatrists is at the forefront of research on the nature, causes, and treatment of anxiety. In addition, we are dedicated to training healthcare professionals and educating the general public.

Multidiscliplinary Team

Our clinical and research team brings a wide array of clinical skills, knowledge and experience. This includes a comprehensive understanding of the biological, medical, psychological and social factors impacting upon the development of anxiety, as well as highly specialised experience in the use of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and other psychological treatments, medications, and social and environmental interventions.

When you are a patient at the Anxiety Disorders Clinic, although you may have one primary clinician, they will draw upon the collective wisdom and experience of the entire team. We all work towards one goal – the best outcomes for our patients now and in the future.

Diagnostic Service

All patients referred to the Anxiety Disorders Clinic receive a comprehensive diagnosis and management plan. Depending upon the cause and nature of their anxiety or depression, some patients would benefit from participating in one of our online courses or CBT treatment with one of our clinicians. Others may have more pressing matters to attend to (such as a medical issue or a medication change) following which they will return for treatment. Some patients will have anxiety due to another cause which is unlikely to benefit from participating in our treatment programs, but may benefit from referral to another service.

We are committed to communicating with our patients and their treating clinicians regarding what we think the cause of their anxiety is, how we believe it would be best treated, and where the best place to access this treatment is.

Personalised and collaborative care

After 50 years in the field we have grown to understand the impact of anxiety upon patients and their families. We understand how difficult it can be, and how confronting the idea of treatment can be.

We know that the best results are achieved by getting to know you, understanding your experiences, and tailoring our treatment to suit your needs.

Our CBT programs train you to be able to manage your own anxiety, so that you can become an expert in your own care.

No cost

There is no charge for assessment or CBT treatment with the Anxiety Disorders Clinic.

If you are supervised by a clinician in one of our internet-based CBT programs (iCBT), there is no charge. If you do the program self-directed, there is a charge of $59 which grants you access to the program for three months.

Available and accessible treatments

Our confidential assessments and treatments are conducted either face-to-face at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney, or via tele-health from anywhere in New South Wales. Appointments are available Monday to Friday during business hours. The ADC also uses online CBT programs from our online platform, THIS WAY UP. These programs can be completed as stand-alone treatments or in conjunction with your in-person sessions.

We are very mindful of the privacy of our patients. All of our treatments are confidential. Medical certificates are available for patients who miss work due to treatment at the Clinic.

The Anxiety Disorders Clinic provides treatment for adults (18+) with:

Social Anxiety

Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Generalised Anxiety Disorder

Illness Anxiety Disorder

Specific Phobia

Body Dysmorphic Disorder

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Our Structure

The Anxiety Disorder Clinic (ADC) is part of the Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression (CRUfAD). CRUfAD is a joint facility of St Vincent’s Hospital, Sydney, and the University of New South Wales established to reduce the impact of anxiety and depressive disorders on individuals and the community.

Our Team

Established by Professor Gavin Andrews, the Anxiety Disorders Clinic has a dedicated team of experienced psychiatrists and clinical psychologists, led by Dr Mike Millard.

Initial assessments are conducted by specialist clinicians (psychiatrists, clinical psychologists and senior psychiatry registrars).

On occasion, intern clinical psychologists and registrars will observe and/or provide treatment. All interns are supervised by specialist clinicians.

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