Welcome to Vivara
A HOME FOR
HEALING
Sydney CBD
Bondi Junction
Online
Amidst the ebb and flow of life, it’s easy to lose connection with yourself.
Vivara is a boutique psychology practice for those ready to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with themselves. We offer evidence-based support for adults and teens 16 years and above, blending psychology with holistic wellbeing. Led by Registered Psychologist Ashleigh James, we meet you where you’re at, honouring the messy, beautiful complexity of being human. And, supporting you navigate life’s challenges with clarity and self-compassion.
Whether you visit us in Sydney’s CBD, Bondi Junction, or online, you’re stepping into a space that feels warm, grounding, and transformative.
MIND
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BODY
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BEYOND
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MIND • BODY • BEYOND •
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NUTRITIONAL THERAPY
We believe wellness transcends traditional talk therapy. Sustainable life changes and a holistic outlook can be essential for an integrative approach to mental health. For those who may benefit, we offer nutritional therapy to support physical and mental wellbeing.
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PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPY
Vivara Psychology offers 1:1 therapy sessions for a wide range of presentations. Whether you need long-term therapy or shorter, goal-focused interventions, our team will support you to navigate life’s challenges with understanding and self-love.
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UPCOMING COURSES
Our upcoming courses give you the space to pause, reflect and make changes. Discover evidence-based courses designed to support your mental health and personal growth.
Meet Ashleigh
FOUNDER & PSYCHOLOGIST
Vivara Psychology was founded by Ashleigh James, a Registered Psychologist dedicated to bringing a compassionate, holistic approach to mental wellbeing. Blending evidence-based therapies with holistic wellness, Ashleigh helps clients navigate life’s challenges with resilience and self-awareness.
Ashleigh works with adults and teens above 16. She supports individuals experiencing stress, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, self-esteem concerns and eating disorders. She uses therapies like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy and Narrative Therapy, adapting interventions to suit each client’s unique needs.
In addition to therapy, Ashleigh offers nutritional coaching for clients who feel their mental health is impacted by nutritional imbalances.
Outside of work, she enjoys surfing, travel, mindfulness and personal growth.
Our resources
GROW WITH THE
VIVARA COMMUNITY
Our resources and courses offer a space to pause, reflect, and create meaningful change. Explore evidence-based programs designed to support your mental health and personal growth - at your own pace.
Healing after a breakup
The psychologist’s guide to healing from heartbreak and reframing the road ahead.
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This self-guided eBook offers a compassionate and psychologically grounded framework to help you process the emotional impact of a breakup and reconnect with your sense of self.
Designed for individuals seeking support after the end of a romantic relationship, it includes reflective exercises and strategies drawn from psychological research and practice.
A compassionate guide to support healing from heartbreak and rediscovering your confidence, clarity, and self-worth after a breakup.
RISE & THRIVE
A wellbeing toolkit for feeling calm, confident and collected in your career.
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Build resilience, set boundaries and enhance your self-care skills to thrive at work.
Ideal for women facing imposter syndrome, burnout and workplace pressures
Six-week online course
Individual and group sessions
Sign up to be notified when Rise & Thrive launches.
Start your healing
from within
Our doors are open for in-person and online appointments. We’re looking forward to welcoming you to Vivara.
