- Thomas Merton
Philosophy & Vision
Having spent over two decades in private practice as a clinical psychologist, I’ve observed that one of the most common reasons people seek therapy is dissatisfaction in their relationships. This is what led me to focus my clinical work on helping people with relationships. Using the evidence-based Gottman Method, I assist individuals and couples in transforming their relationships and fostering deep, meaningful connections with their partners.
It’s truly inspiring to witness couples rebuild and rekindle their bond, rising from difficult times to create something stronger. Healthy relationships not only allow us to thrive personally and professionally but also enable parents to focus on raising positive, well-adjusted children.
Background
My extensive experience as a clinical psychologist spans a range of settings, including individual and group therapy in private psychiatric hospitals, multidisciplinary pain management clinics, and a large public hospital with cancer patients and their families. Over the course of 23 years, I have worked with adults and couples in private practice, and for the past 15 years, I have managed my own private practice. I recently commenced a PhD in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy at the Black Dog Institute (UNSW). Additionally, I have lectured postgraduate students on counseling skills, ethics, and professional practice, and have served as a professional advisor to practicing clinicians at the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
Services
I offer individual therapy for people with relationship difficulties and couples therapy sessions based on the Gottman method. This approach is well founded in scientific research and has identified clear risk factors for the breakdown of intimate relationships and offers practical steps couples can take to improve their relationship. Individual therapy sessions are 55 minutes long and are usually on a weekly basis as needed. Couples therapy sessions begin with three 90 minute assessment sessions which will determine each couples suitability for couples therapy. Subsequent sessions are 55 minutes long and usually held on a weekly or fortnightly basis as needed.
Quality Provision
As a registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) I adhere to the strict code of ethics and professional conduct required by these bodies. Having lectured in professional ethics I adhere to the highest standards of conduct and consider client safety, well-being and privacy to be of the utmost importance. In addition, I regularly seek professional supervision to monitor my own clinical practice.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Bachelor of Arts (Psychology First Class Honours) - 1997 - University of Sydney
- Masters of Clinical Psychology - 2001 - University of Sydney
- PhD Black Dog Institute - Current - UNSW
Modalities
ACT - CBT - DBT - Gottman Method - Schema Therapy
Therapy Approach
A warm and welcoming atmosphere in our sessions is essential. Feeling safe to share your struggles and be open and honest is critical. It is most important that you feel you have been heard and that I understand what you are experiencing. It is also important that we can talk about practical steps you can take to move forward and alternative perspectives that might help you feel less stuck and give you an new way of thinking about your experiences as a couple. I aim to embed evidence based approaches in a warm supportive relationship to help you find clarity, understanding and a new way of thinking about things.
Professional Associations
- Australian Psychological Society
- American Psychological Association
Practice Locations
Suite 914
185 Elizabeth Street
Sydney NSW 2000
The office is easily accessibly by bus, light rail or train and is located in the central part of the Sydney CBD, the nearest train station is Town Hall.
Appointments
Monday to Friday 12 noon to 6 pm
Fees & Insurance
Fees are:
$350 per 90 minute couples assessment session - 3 initial assessment sessions
$325 per 55 minute couples treatment session
$300 per 55 minute individual session
Medicare and private health fund rebates may be available.
Payment Options
Credit card
Bank Transfer
Contact Michelle
Please contact me to make an appointment
A conversation with Michelle Tadros
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I studied an Arts degree with majors in Anthropology, Theatre Studies, and Psychology—each focused on understanding people and their stories. Psychology, in particular, felt like the perfect path for delving deeper into these stories and working with individuals to help them reshape and transform their own narratives.
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Realizing that we have the power to change how we think about our experiences—and that we actively create meaning through our interpretations—has been transformative for me. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which is strongly supported by research, has repeatedly shown me how profoundly lives can change when people reflect on how they interpret and respond to what happens to them.
In my work with couples, the Gottman Method has been a significant influence. This practical, research-backed approach offers couples tangible skills and actionable tasks that they can apply in their everyday lives, helping them to build healthier, more resilient relationships. -
I’m dedicated to helping people build healthy, fulfilling relationships by recognizing the underlying causes of their behaviors and emotional responses. Mastering clear thinking and skillful communication is essential for creating strong, lasting connections.
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I use the Gottman method for couples, my work is also informed by cognitive behavioural therapy, schema therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy and acceptance commitment therapy.
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With individuals, you should experience some benefit after six sessions, therapy typically goes for three to four months and is not usually longer than 12 months.
For couples the assessment process is conducted over three sessions. Couples typically experience some benefit after one to two months of treatment. Couples therapy typically lasts between three to 12 months. -
It has been an immense privilege to be able to listen to people talk about their deepest yearnings and their true thoughts and feelings. I have learnt that we have so much in common, we all need love, connection, community and purpose.
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Seeing people overcome their difficulties is truly inspiring work! Knowing that people have found some peace and rest from the struggles that have plagued them is immensely rewarding. It is fascinating to get to know and understand all the things my clients have endured and survived to get to where they are now. I am continually amazed by how resilient people are and the ways they find to survive seemingly impossible situations.
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Absolutely! Knowing that we all have times when we feel a little fragile is a huge comfort for me. What has helped me most to get through those bad days is accepting just how awful it can feel. Somehow accepting the painful feelings and knowing they will pass and won't destroy me, makes them strangely easier to bear!
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We are living in a time of immense conflict and upheaval, with many of the structures we once relied on for safety and stability now dismantled. This creates a sense of chaos and confusion, leaving people struggling to find their place in the world. Many are emotionally wounded, stuck in chronic survival mode, making it difficult for them to engage positively with their communities. As a result, countless individuals are left feeling isolated, longing for purpose and meaningful connection.
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I am inspired by the art of Edward Hopper. My favourite film is 'Wings of Desire'. I love Jonathan Franzen novels and I love 'All the light we cannot see' by Anthony Doerr.