About Steady Tide
Corrie Playford-Browne | Registered Psychologist
Hi there, I’m Corrie Playford-Browne (she/her), a registered Sydney psychologist with a Master of Organisational Psychology and the founder of Steady Tide Psychology. With over 15 years of experience providing mental health support in organisational settings, I focus on wellbeing, inclusion, leadership, and mental health advocacy. My gentle, grounded approach to therapy honors both the emotional and practical aspects of being human.
My work centers on helping people navigate anxiety, burnout, stress, identity shifts, parenthood overwhelm, life transitions, and workplace conflict. I understand the emotional toll of trying to hold everything together and offer therapy that is spacious, warm, and validating.
At Steady Tide Psychology, we walk at your pace, with compassion, clarity, and a focus on helping you reconnect with who you are beneath the noise, expectations, and pressure. My areas of focus include:
- Burnout & workplace conflict
- Parenthood identity fatigue
- Generalised anxiety & overthinking
- Stress & emotional overload
- Life transitions & identity shifts
- Boundary-setting & self-esteem
- Career pressure, misalignment & workplace issues
- Perfectionism, people-pleasing & self-doubt.
The practice is located in the Eastern suburbs of Sydney (Coogee).
For those who live in the area (Bondi, Randwick, Clovelly, Waverly, Maroubra etc) we're close by for face to face appointments, otherwise we can facilitate online sessions
Therapeutic Approaches
A Human-First, Person-Centred Foundation
Before any tools or techniques, therapy with me as a Sydney psychologist is grounded in human connection, empathy, and presence. Together, we tackle challenges such as anxiety and burnout, allowing you to set the pace while your experiences guide the direction of our sessions. My role is to provide mental health support, assisting you in navigating workplace conflict and helping you achieve meaningful progress without judgment or pressure.
CBT - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
CBT is a practical, down-to-earth approach that provides valuable mental health support by assisting individuals in recognizing and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns that contribute to stress, burnout, and anxiety. Together, we aim to understand the thoughts that fuel your worries, explore patterns that no longer serve you, learn new ways to respond to stress, and practice small, achievable actions that build confidence. As a Sydney psychologist, I also address workplace conflict to foster a healthier work environment.
ACT - Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
ACT is a more emotion-friendly approach that helps you make room for difficult feelings rather than fighting them. It focuses on being kinder to yourself, reconnecting with your values, and choosing actions that feel meaningful, even on tough days. This method is particularly beneficial for those struggling with anxiety, burnout, and emotional overload, as well as individuals facing uncertainty or change. Seeking mental health support from a Sydney psychologist can offer additional guidance in managing workplace conflict and improving overall well-being.
Everyone is welcome at Steady Tide
Steady Tide Psychology welcomes individuals of all identities and backgrounds, including culturally diverse communities, First Nations peoples, LGBTIQ+ communities, and anyone seeking a safe, respectful, and affirming therapeutic space for mental health support. We understand the impact of anxiety, burnout, and workplace conflict on overall well-being, and our experienced Sydney psychologist is here to provide the necessary support.
