About

About Psychologist Harriet

Harriet Iles — Founder, Broad Approved Supervisor & Registered Psychologist

I believe that understanding yourself is a powerful first step toward change. Through therapy, I support you to build self-awareness and develop practical, evidence-based tools to help you feel calmer, think more clearly, and create meaningful, lasting change.

To restore is to pause, reclaim your calm, and come home to yourself — without losing your drive.

Much of my work focuses on helping people with busy, overactive minds reconnect with themselves, build awareness of their thoughts and emotions, and take action that aligns with their values and priorities.

I founded Restorative Space, a Sydney and online psychology practice, to provide high-achievers and overthinkers with the tools, insight, and support they need to feel calmer, think more clearly, and thrive — without losing themselves, or their drive and ambition, along the way.

I also offer clinical supervision to registered psychologists, providing a reflective and practical space to support their clinical thinking, confidence, and professional development — particularly for those working with similar high-achieving, overthinking client presentations.

Support / Qualifications

Whether you’re navigating workplace pressures, managing high expectations, or trying to balance it all — while your mind feels busy and hard to switch off — this is a collaborative, supportive online therapy space to help you feel calmer, clearer, and more in control.

You might be here because…

High-achiever & overthinker: Your mind never stops, and you just want to feel calmer and present
Juggling it all: Work, family, life… and it all feels like too much
On autopilot: Rushing through your day, struggling to pause or catch your breath
Anxious or low: Stress, worries, or low mood weighing on you
Pushing yourself: Performing at work, home, or studies—even when exhausted
Racing thoughts: “What ifs” or worst-case scenarios leave you frustrated or on edge
Perfectionist tendencies: Feeling guilty when resting or anxious about high standards
Difficulty relaxing: Even downtime is hard because your mind keeps racing
Burnout warning signs: Tired, stretched, and unsure how to give yourself permission to rest
Self-criticism & sabotage: Patterns that get in the way of feeling steady
Body & food stress: Wanting more peace, acceptance, and ease around how you look or eat

You’re not alone

You don’t have to figure it out on your own. Together, we can explore strategies and develop practical tools to support steadiness, self-compassion, and self-trust.

Everyday shifts we might focus on

Calm the mind

Notice and respond to racing thoughts
Manage physical signs of stress like tightness, rapid heartbeat, or knots in your stomach

Let go of perfectionism

Slow down with less guilt
Rest, enjoy slow mornings (coffee included!), and take real breaks without feeling behind

Respond with curiosity & compassion

Catch worries earlier
Stay present in conversations and daily life

Build self-trust & confidence

Stretch your comfort zone in alignment with your values
Speak up, try new things, or make decisions without second-guessing

Kindness toward body & food

Shift focus to care rather than criticism
Explore a more accepting, balanced relationship with your body and eating

Clarity in decision-making

Reduce overthinking
Avoid replaying conversations or overanalyzing every option

Energy & focus

Re-engage with work, relationships, and the parts of life you value most

Comfort with uncertainty

Feel more okay when things aren’t perfectly controlled
Learn to tolerate imperfection while still staying grounded

Special Interests & Areas of Expertise

Who I Work With

I predominantly support individuals who would like guidance and strategies around experiences such as:

Generalised Anxiety, Worry & Overthinking
Exploring thought patterns, noticing triggers, and developing strategies to manage persistent worry or a busy mind.
Depressive Moods
Exploring periods of low mood, fatigue, or lack of motivation, noticing how it shows up in work, relationships, or daily life, and developing strategies to manage and respond to these experiences in a way that supports your wellbeing.
Perfectionism
Exploring the pressures you place on yourself and identifying ways to approach tasks, rest, and goals with more balance and self-compassion.
Insecure Attachment Styles
Increasing awareness of patterns in relationships and building skills to relate to others and yourself in ways that feel safer and more grounded.
Binge Eating / Emotional Eating
Exploring eating patterns, triggers, and strategies to foster a kinder, more balanced relationship with food.
Body Image Concerns
Reflecting on thoughts, feelings, and behaviours about your body, and supporting a more accepting and compassionate relationship with yourself.

Additional Areas of Expertise

I Can Also Support You With

Managing Sleep
Exploring patterns, developing routines, and strategies to support better rest.
Navigating Relationship Conflicts & Communication
Building awareness, understanding patterns, and practicing skills to relate more effectively.
Building Self-Confidence & Self-Esteem
Exploring self-beliefs, recognising strengths, and developing strategies to feel more secure in yourself.
Navigating Modern Dating & Anxiety in Relationships
Reflecting on patterns, managing anxiety, and developing insight and strategies for connection.
Managing Body Image Anxiety
Exploring thoughts and feelings about your body and supporting a kinder, more accepting perspective.
Grief Support
Reflecting on experiences of loss and exploring strategies to process emotions in a safe, supportive space.
Decision-Making Strategies
Developing approaches to make choices with greater clarity and confidence, while managing overthinking.
Career & Life Changes
Exploring goals, values, and transitions to support thoughtful, considered steps forward.
Routine Building & Habit Formation
Identifying what works for you and developing small, sustainable routines to support wellbeing.
Nervous System Regulation
Exploring strategies to notice stress responses and support a sense of calm and grounding.
“Just Wanting to Feel More Me”
Reflecting on your values, priorities, and sense of self, and exploring ways to feel more aligned in daily life.

Therapeutic Approaches

Harriet has knowledge and experience in the following:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy – Enhanced (for Eating Disorders)
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
Solution – Focused Therapy
Mindfulness Practices
Attachment Theory
Polyvagal Theory & Somatic-Based Techniques
Supportive Counselling

Qualifications

Bachelor of Laws and Psychological Sciences University of Adelaide
Bachelor of Sciences (Honours) (Class I) University of Sydney
Certificate III and IV in Fitness and Personal Training Australian Institute of Fitness and Personal Training
Registered as a psychologist under the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS)

Outside of Work

Outside of her work, Harriet values time in nature, moments that bring calm and balance, and connecting with the people she cares about most.

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