Trauma Focused Psychologists and Therapists in Canberra, ACT

Sally Walsh
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including poly/open, narcissism
Immediately Available - No Waitlist - Registered Clinical Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Practitioner. Are you overwhelmed, anxious or depressed or seeking practical support? Are you struggling with an issue on your own? We can work this out together to help you feel more in control. I can help you see your situation more clearly with talking therapy and somatically integrating body/mind experiences for emotional distress support for anxiety, depression and trauma (CPTSD) ie. brain intervention (7-8 sessions). Relationship struggles ? including poly/open, narcissism
(02) 9100 0123 View (02) 9100 0123
Compassionate Journey (Zoe Gruneska)
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
I understand that one needs significant courage to take the first step towards therapy, and therefore I aim to provide a safe environment where you will feel comfortable to openly discuss any issues in a non-judgmental, warm, empathic, and supportive manner. We will explore your current difficulties and invite you to consider what you would like to be different. You will set the direction for our work and I will walk alongside you, as we identify and work on the strategies and actions that support you the best to build the life you want.
I understand that one needs significant courage to take the first step towards therapy, and therefore I aim to provide a safe environment where you will feel comfortable to openly discuss any issues in a non-judgmental, warm, empathic, and supportive manner. We will explore your current difficulties and invite you to consider what you would like to be different. You will set the direction for our work and I will walk alongside you, as we identify and work on the strategies and actions that support you the best to build the life you want.
(03) 7302 8856 View (03) 7302 8856
Francesca Palazzolo
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a counsellor & psychotherapist working in the existential humanist tradition. I work with all sorts of issues including mental health, addictions and relationship issues to name a few. I am registered with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation Australia), and have worked in youth mental health, alcohol & other drugs counselling and trauma counselling. If you are experiencing issues with any emotional concerns, anxiety, substance use, addiction, including behavioural addictions such as sex, internet or pornography, please do not hesitate to reach out.
I am a counsellor & psychotherapist working in the existential humanist tradition. I work with all sorts of issues including mental health, addictions and relationship issues to name a few. I am registered with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation Australia), and have worked in youth mental health, alcohol & other drugs counselling and trauma counselling. If you are experiencing issues with any emotional concerns, anxiety, substance use, addiction, including behavioural addictions such as sex, internet or pornography, please do not hesitate to reach out.
(03) 6411 0202 View (03) 6411 0202
Alongside Bec Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with neurodivergent young people and adults who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, stuck or exhausted from trying to keep up. You may be navigating ADHD or autism, exploring whether neurodivergence explains some of your experiences, struggling with relationships, identity or change, or simply feeling that life has become harder to manage. My approach is warm, practical and neurodiversity-affirming. Together, we can make sense of what’s happening and find ways forward that work for you—not ways to make you fit someone else’s expectations.
I work with neurodivergent young people and adults who feel overwhelmed, burnt out, stuck or exhausted from trying to keep up. You may be navigating ADHD or autism, exploring whether neurodivergence explains some of your experiences, struggling with relationships, identity or change, or simply feeling that life has become harder to manage. My approach is warm, practical and neurodiversity-affirming. Together, we can make sense of what’s happening and find ways forward that work for you—not ways to make you fit someone else’s expectations.
(03) 5910 7301 View (03) 5910 7301
Sarah Drobczyk
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
I use an integrative approach which includes Trauma Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical (DBT), Somatic, Person Centred and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Hello, I work with clients who are navigating trauma, abuse, PTSD, relationship issues, sexual assault, stress and anxiety, depression, chronic illness, injury, grief and loss, workplace issues and life changes. I’m particularly passionate about providing holistic supports. I honour the uniqueness of every person’s own story. I have a warm, gentle and authentic approach. Everyone deserves to feel heard and understood. Nurturing self compassion is often helpful. Clients I work with often highly value empathy, choice, compassion, empowerment - and feeling safe in the counselling space to work together collaboratively.
I use an integrative approach which includes Trauma Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical (DBT), Somatic, Person Centred and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
Hello, I work with clients who are navigating trauma, abuse, PTSD, relationship issues, sexual assault, stress and anxiety, depression, chronic illness, injury, grief and loss, workplace issues and life changes. I’m particularly passionate about providing holistic supports. I honour the uniqueness of every person’s own story. I have a warm, gentle and authentic approach. Everyone deserves to feel heard and understood. Nurturing self compassion is often helpful. Clients I work with often highly value empathy, choice, compassion, empowerment - and feeling safe in the counselling space to work together collaboratively.
(08) 7008 7023 View (08) 7008 7023
MoonGrove Counselling - Tamara
Counsellor, PACFA
Online Only
I specialise in working with multigamous multi-partnered relationship structures such as polyamorous, Open, and Swinging, (often called "ENM" or "CNM"). I enjoy supporting multi-partnered people to examine and challenge relationship expectations that have been placed on them from dominant mononormative social norms. I focus my work on supporting Swingers and Swinging communities. As a loud and proud Queer bisexual Swinger, I am deeply committed to providing care that is affirming, respectful, and supportive.
I specialise in working with multigamous multi-partnered relationship structures such as polyamorous, Open, and Swinging, (often called "ENM" or "CNM"). I enjoy supporting multi-partnered people to examine and challenge relationship expectations that have been placed on them from dominant mononormative social norms. I focus my work on supporting Swingers and Swinging communities. As a loud and proud Queer bisexual Swinger, I am deeply committed to providing care that is affirming, respectful, and supportive.
(03) 7302 8903 View (03) 7302 8903
Dr Tom Nguyen
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Tom is a clinical psychologist with many years of experience in the field. He has completed his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Queensland (UQ) and has worked in a number of hospitals, non-profit organisations and private settings. Tom's main areas of interest include depression, treatment resistant depression, social anxiety, low self confidence, low self-esteem, motivational problems, relationship struggles, anger, self-harm behaviours, addictions, personality disorders, PTSD, FND and eating disorders. Tom is a full member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA).
Tom is a clinical psychologist with many years of experience in the field. He has completed his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Queensland (UQ) and has worked in a number of hospitals, non-profit organisations and private settings. Tom's main areas of interest include depression, treatment resistant depression, social anxiety, low self confidence, low self-esteem, motivational problems, relationship struggles, anger, self-harm behaviours, addictions, personality disorders, PTSD, FND and eating disorders. Tom is a full member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA).
0403 920 429 View 0403 920 429
Tara Scott
Social Worker, AASW
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Tara! I am an Accredited Social Worker and Sex Therapist based in Magandjin/Brisbane and a proudly queer, non-binary, Autistic ADHD’er. I am authentically and unashamedly myself: silly, curious, kind, funny and warm.
Hi, I’m Tara! I am an Accredited Social Worker and Sex Therapist based in Magandjin/Brisbane and a proudly queer, non-binary, Autistic ADHD’er. I am authentically and unashamedly myself: silly, curious, kind, funny and warm.
(07) 2100 4155 View (07) 2100 4155
Vivian Salim
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
At this point in time, you may want to be supported in a safe environment where you can work through the difficult thoughts and feelings that you are experiencing. Issues that I work with include stress, anxiety, anger, depression, physical illness (including health issues/addiction), grief/loss, and relationships.
At this point in time, you may want to be supported in a safe environment where you can work through the difficult thoughts and feelings that you are experiencing. Issues that I work with include stress, anxiety, anger, depression, physical illness (including health issues/addiction), grief/loss, and relationships.
0468 149 890 View 0468 149 890
Gaye Mallinson
Counsellor, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Somatic Psychotherapies offers Clinical Supervision (+SOS), Counselling (talk & somatic based) & Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy to Child/Youth/Adult, Couples & Families with availability for Weekday & Weekend sessions Online via (Video/Voicelink) across Australia, New Zealand & Worldwide. I can utilise various assessments when appropriate to measure the severity of a specific problem, as well as determining your progress within therapy. I can also teach many various emotional regulation skills where this may be of benefit for you too. Whatever you are going through, know that there is hope - Let me help you find that hope.
Somatic Psychotherapies offers Clinical Supervision (+SOS), Counselling (talk & somatic based) & Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy to Child/Youth/Adult, Couples & Families with availability for Weekday & Weekend sessions Online via (Video/Voicelink) across Australia, New Zealand & Worldwide. I can utilise various assessments when appropriate to measure the severity of a specific problem, as well as determining your progress within therapy. I can also teach many various emotional regulation skills where this may be of benefit for you too. Whatever you are going through, know that there is hope - Let me help you find that hope.
0459 767 347 View 0459 767 347
Anthony Hansen
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Online Only
You might be here because the bad days never seem to end.... perhaps you're feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected or you’re stuck in a cycle of negative thought patterns like, “I’m not good enough” or “I'll never change or get better”. Maybe you're struggling with anxiety, chronic stress, fatigue, depression, emotional numbness, difficult memories.... or past traumatic experiences that continues to affect your life today? There may be tension in your body that feels more emotional in origin, or you're feeling disconnected from yourself and others. Perhaps it's finally beginning to take a toll on you, or your relationships?
You might be here because the bad days never seem to end.... perhaps you're feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected or you’re stuck in a cycle of negative thought patterns like, “I’m not good enough” or “I'll never change or get better”. Maybe you're struggling with anxiety, chronic stress, fatigue, depression, emotional numbness, difficult memories.... or past traumatic experiences that continues to affect your life today? There may be tension in your body that feels more emotional in origin, or you're feeling disconnected from yourself and others. Perhaps it's finally beginning to take a toll on you, or your relationships?
(07) 2100 4484 View (07) 2100 4484
Sacred Wild Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Experiencing anxiety, depression or conflict? Needing more Clarity, Compassion & Connection in your world? I’m here to help. We begin with whatever is showing up for you right now & together co-create a space tailored just for you. I bring an Internal Family Systems (IFS) & Trauma Informed approach to support you to go deep into what really matters & what might be getting in your way. With a focus on Compassion & Curiosity you're invited to review the stories & patterns you might be holding & to get Curious about: their origins, the way they might might have served you, whether they need updating & what else might be possible.
Experiencing anxiety, depression or conflict? Needing more Clarity, Compassion & Connection in your world? I’m here to help. We begin with whatever is showing up for you right now & together co-create a space tailored just for you. I bring an Internal Family Systems (IFS) & Trauma Informed approach to support you to go deep into what really matters & what might be getting in your way. With a focus on Compassion & Curiosity you're invited to review the stories & patterns you might be holding & to get Curious about: their origins, the way they might might have served you, whether they need updating & what else might be possible.
(02) 5133 8006 View (02) 5133 8006
Abelina Wolf - Sentire Therapy
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
As a trauma-informed somatic-based psychologist with over a decade of experience, my passion is to create a safe, warm and curious space for others to re-connect with their "felt sense" so that they can navigate life with self-awareness, more ease, a sense of empowerment and deeper self-trust. I work with adults aged 25-60 who are seeking support for self-esteem concerns, anxiety, low mood or depression, stress and emotional overwhelm, relationships or attachment difficulties, or trauma. I believe transformation happens through understanding your inner world and the impacts of your life experiences with compassion and curiosity.
As a trauma-informed somatic-based psychologist with over a decade of experience, my passion is to create a safe, warm and curious space for others to re-connect with their "felt sense" so that they can navigate life with self-awareness, more ease, a sense of empowerment and deeper self-trust. I work with adults aged 25-60 who are seeking support for self-esteem concerns, anxiety, low mood or depression, stress and emotional overwhelm, relationships or attachment difficulties, or trauma. I believe transformation happens through understanding your inner world and the impacts of your life experiences with compassion and curiosity.
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Monique Lucy
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Online Only
I work with people navigating life transitions - career change, relocation, relationship shifts, or periods of uncertainty where you're reconsidering what matters most and what comes next. With 15 years' experience in organisational psychosocial risk and workplace wellbeing, I also work well with clients managing stress, burnout, or pressure carried over from work into daily life. I support individuals seeking a deeper understanding of their experiences, including exploring whether there may be underlying factors contributing to how they think, feel, or respond.
I work with people navigating life transitions - career change, relocation, relationship shifts, or periods of uncertainty where you're reconsidering what matters most and what comes next. With 15 years' experience in organisational psychosocial risk and workplace wellbeing, I also work well with clients managing stress, burnout, or pressure carried over from work into daily life. I support individuals seeking a deeper understanding of their experiences, including exploring whether there may be underlying factors contributing to how they think, feel, or respond.
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Release Psychotherapy
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Online Only
Life can sometimes leave you feeling quietly overwhelmed, stuck in anxiety, or adrift during a major transition. Whether you are navigating daily stress, burnout, or the profound adjustment of moving to a new country, you don’t have to carry it alone. I offer a warm, accepting space where you are welcome to bring your whole self exactly as you are. Grounded in person-centred practice, our work is collaborative, non-directive, and guided by your pace. You are always the expert in your life, and together, we create the conditions for you to reconnect with your resilience and trust in your path.
Life can sometimes leave you feeling quietly overwhelmed, stuck in anxiety, or adrift during a major transition. Whether you are navigating daily stress, burnout, or the profound adjustment of moving to a new country, you don’t have to carry it alone. I offer a warm, accepting space where you are welcome to bring your whole self exactly as you are. Grounded in person-centred practice, our work is collaborative, non-directive, and guided by your pace. You are always the expert in your life, and together, we create the conditions for you to reconnect with your resilience and trust in your path.
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David Nielsen
Counsellor, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
David is down-to-earth, non-judgmental and respectful: he creates a safe and trusting environment for his clients to discuss, explore, and resolve their concerns. Even in the most trying of circumstances, David gives his clients the support they need to turn their most challenging circumstances into opportunities for positive change. David equips his clients with practical strategies and workable solutions to all manner of concerns and difficulties. David is especially skilled at helping clients to manage conflict and improve their relationships.
David is down-to-earth, non-judgmental and respectful: he creates a safe and trusting environment for his clients to discuss, explore, and resolve their concerns. Even in the most trying of circumstances, David gives his clients the support they need to turn their most challenging circumstances into opportunities for positive change. David equips his clients with practical strategies and workable solutions to all manner of concerns and difficulties. David is especially skilled at helping clients to manage conflict and improve their relationships.
(02) 5118 9980 View (02) 5118 9980
Cathy Linda H
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Online Only
I work with people who feel weighed down by trauma, stress, or painful life experiences that leave them feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected — from themselves or from others. Many of my clients are navigating patterns that no longer serve them, struggling with emotional regulation, or finding it hard to feel grounded and present. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can be heard, understood, and supported at your own pace. Together, we explore how trauma and stress show up in your body and relationships, and how they shape your emotions, self-worth, and sense of safety.
I work with people who feel weighed down by trauma, stress, or painful life experiences that leave them feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected — from themselves or from others. Many of my clients are navigating patterns that no longer serve them, struggling with emotional regulation, or finding it hard to feel grounded and present. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can be heard, understood, and supported at your own pace. Together, we explore how trauma and stress show up in your body and relationships, and how they shape your emotions, self-worth, and sense of safety.
(07) 3608 1790 View (07) 3608 1790
Jaclyn Potts
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Bloomera supports women and mothers navigating fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, early motherhood, trauma, neurodivergence, grief, anxiety and identity shifts. Clients often come to us when they are functioning on the outside but stretched, overwhelmed or unsure how to keep carrying it all. We help you understand what is happening, steady the load, and build practical next steps that fit your actual life. Medicare rebates are available with a valid MHCP. Gap fees apply
Bloomera supports women and mothers navigating fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, early motherhood, trauma, neurodivergence, grief, anxiety and identity shifts. Clients often come to us when they are functioning on the outside but stretched, overwhelmed or unsure how to keep carrying it all. We help you understand what is happening, steady the load, and build practical next steps that fit your actual life. Medicare rebates are available with a valid MHCP. Gap fees apply
(07) 2100 4338 View (07) 2100 4338
BodyMatters Australasia
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
BodyMatters Australasia provides treatment for eating disorders, body image issues and problematic exercise. Specifically clinical eating dosorders such as anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and arfid. Also subclinical eating issues such as orthorexia. Our large team enables specific expertise within this such as an overlap with neurodivergence including adhd and autism, trauma, other health issues such as diabetes. We also service the LGBTQI+ community. We have immediate availability for new clients due to our growing team. Treatment is available face-to-face in Sydney, Maitland, Canberra, and Adelaide, as well as via Telehealth.
BodyMatters Australasia provides treatment for eating disorders, body image issues and problematic exercise. Specifically clinical eating dosorders such as anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and arfid. Also subclinical eating issues such as orthorexia. Our large team enables specific expertise within this such as an overlap with neurodivergence including adhd and autism, trauma, other health issues such as diabetes. We also service the LGBTQI+ community. We have immediate availability for new clients due to our growing team. Treatment is available face-to-face in Sydney, Maitland, Canberra, and Adelaide, as well as via Telehealth.
(02) 9053 4580 View (02) 9053 4580
Jase George Dimos
Psychologist
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Finding the right fit with a psychologist is not only important, but sometimes daunting. My name is Jase, and I opened Psychology in Balance with the vision of creating a space where clients can be well understood and motivated to become the best version of themselves - for themselves. I work with individuals and couples on a range of concerns, including anxiety, complex trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, emotional burnout, acute stress, attachment injuries, emotion regulation difficulties, and a lack of meaning or purpose. My practice is LGBTQIA+ informed and welcoming to all nationalities and spiritual dispositions.
Finding the right fit with a psychologist is not only important, but sometimes daunting. My name is Jase, and I opened Psychology in Balance with the vision of creating a space where clients can be well understood and motivated to become the best version of themselves - for themselves. I work with individuals and couples on a range of concerns, including anxiety, complex trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, emotional burnout, acute stress, attachment injuries, emotion regulation difficulties, and a lack of meaning or purpose. My practice is LGBTQIA+ informed and welcoming to all nationalities and spiritual dispositions.
0468 375 150 View 0468 375 150