Addiction Psychologists and Therapists in Australian Capital Territory
I provide active care for those affected by issues such as grief/loss, divorce/relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, addiction, stress and life transitions
I am a kind and compassionate counsellor who works transparently with clients to create a safe, therapeutic and mutual learning environment. I am adept in finding strengths in my clients, drawing out internal motivation to change and roll with client resistance. I adopt a flexible and integrative approach.
I provide active care for those affected by issues such as grief/loss, divorce/relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, addiction, stress and life transitions
I am a kind and compassionate counsellor who works transparently with clients to create a safe, therapeutic and mutual learning environment. I am adept in finding strengths in my clients, drawing out internal motivation to change and roll with client resistance. I adopt a flexible and integrative approach.
Welcome, My name is Free (Pronounced as “Fray”) . I have a special interest working with attachment based issues and Trauma/PTSD stemming from adulthood or childhood. Feelings such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, people pleasing, hypervigilance,... might be experiences and feelings that stems from trauma. During the intake phase, we will go through a thorough assessment that covers psycho-education and a tailored treatment plan focusing on your needs and goals. I work from a collaborative, holistic approach. Feel free to contact me for more information.
Welcome, My name is Free (Pronounced as “Fray”) . I have a special interest working with attachment based issues and Trauma/PTSD stemming from adulthood or childhood. Feelings such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, people pleasing, hypervigilance,... might be experiences and feelings that stems from trauma. During the intake phase, we will go through a thorough assessment that covers psycho-education and a tailored treatment plan focusing on your needs and goals. I work from a collaborative, holistic approach. Feel free to contact me for more information.
Types of counselling Darleen specialises in the following types of counselling: Relationship Counselling, Individual Counselling, Sex Therapy Desire & Intimacy Counselling Trauma, Counselling Porn Addiction, Online Counselling, , Counselling Narcissism Counselling, Pre-Marriage Program, Anger Management, LGBTQ+ Anxiety Counselling, Grief Counselling.
Special areas of interest Childhood trauma in adults, IVF fertility, post and pre-natal depression, pregnancy, parenting (young children/teenagers), same sex couples, young couples, couples with young families, senior couples, extended families/in-laws, affairs, couples in business, grief and loss/trauma, anxiety, depression, addictions, sexual trauma.
Types of counselling Darleen specialises in the following types of counselling: Relationship Counselling, Individual Counselling, Sex Therapy Desire & Intimacy Counselling Trauma, Counselling Porn Addiction, Online Counselling, , Counselling Narcissism Counselling, Pre-Marriage Program, Anger Management, LGBTQ+ Anxiety Counselling, Grief Counselling.
Special areas of interest Childhood trauma in adults, IVF fertility, post and pre-natal depression, pregnancy, parenting (young children/teenagers), same sex couples, young couples, couples with young families, senior couples, extended families/in-laws, affairs, couples in business, grief and loss/trauma, anxiety, depression, addictions, sexual trauma.
I integrate my lived experience with professional expertise to support clients navigating AuDHD, burnout, life transitions, relationship or workplace challenges, anxiety, substance use concerns etc.
My work is: Neurodivergent affirming; Trauma informed; Lived experience informed; LGBTIQA+ affirming; Gender affirming; Ethical Non-monogamy affirming; Sex Positive; SW Safe; Wholistic; Body-based; Anti-oppressive; Anti-ableist; De-pathologising; Decolonising; Strengths based; Flexible and adaptable to fluctuating capacity, sensory & communication needs
I integrate my lived experience with professional expertise to support clients navigating AuDHD, burnout, life transitions, relationship or workplace challenges, anxiety, substance use concerns etc.
My work is: Neurodivergent affirming; Trauma informed; Lived experience informed; LGBTIQA+ affirming; Gender affirming; Ethical Non-monogamy affirming; Sex Positive; SW Safe; Wholistic; Body-based; Anti-oppressive; Anti-ableist; De-pathologising; Decolonising; Strengths based; Flexible and adaptable to fluctuating capacity, sensory & communication needs
I have undertaken professional development qualification in Substance and Behavioural Addictions, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and studied CBT Trauma Therapy with Dr Leah Giarritano.
I specialise in addictions, both substance and behavioural and Eye Movement, Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) for a variety of presentations from PTSD, depression and anxiety to low self esteem. I have been privileged to facilitate some quite remarkable and rapid psychological healing using EMDR.
I have undertaken professional development qualification in Substance and Behavioural Addictions, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and studied CBT Trauma Therapy with Dr Leah Giarritano.
I specialise in addictions, both substance and behavioural and Eye Movement, Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) for a variety of presentations from PTSD, depression and anxiety to low self esteem. I have been privileged to facilitate some quite remarkable and rapid psychological healing using EMDR.
We can work together to uncover and understand the impact of childhood attachment, trauma, shame, bullying and racism on our relationships, chronic pain and addiction.
Using the lens of Emotionally Focused Therapy to understand the impact of negative childhood experiences, attachment style and trauma to gain insight into the narrative of your life. By processing feelings/thoughts/responses, you will understand the conflicts you have faced in life and in relationships. Thus, building greater emotional insight and awareness
We can work together to uncover and understand the impact of childhood attachment, trauma, shame, bullying and racism on our relationships, chronic pain and addiction.
Using the lens of Emotionally Focused Therapy to understand the impact of negative childhood experiences, attachment style and trauma to gain insight into the narrative of your life. By processing feelings/thoughts/responses, you will understand the conflicts you have faced in life and in relationships. Thus, building greater emotional insight and awareness
I am an accredited mental health social worker, have more than ten years of working in addictions helping adults.
I am Mary Jacob, an AASW-accredited Mental Health Social Worker offering compassionate, confidential, and non-judgemental support for adults. With extensive counselling experience, I provide person-centred and strength-based therapy tailored to your unique needs and goals.
I support individuals with concerns such as anxiety, depression, addictions, grief and loss, and emotional wellbeing. My approach integrates evidence-based therapies including CBT, DBT, EMDR, schema therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. I offer both short- and long-term therapeutic support, using a holistic and flexible approach that best suits you.
I am an accredited mental health social worker, have more than ten years of working in addictions helping adults.
I am Mary Jacob, an AASW-accredited Mental Health Social Worker offering compassionate, confidential, and non-judgemental support for adults. With extensive counselling experience, I provide person-centred and strength-based therapy tailored to your unique needs and goals.
I support individuals with concerns such as anxiety, depression, addictions, grief and loss, and emotional wellbeing. My approach integrates evidence-based therapies including CBT, DBT, EMDR, schema therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. I offer both short- and long-term therapeutic support, using a holistic and flexible approach that best suits you.
Many of the men we work with aren’t in crisis. They’re capable, driven and doing well on paper. But something isn’t working. You might be shutting down in conflict, carrying quiet anger, feeling disconnected from your partner, or unsure who you are outside of work and responsibility. You want to show up better in your relationships, feel more steady in yourself, and stop repeating patterns you know aren’t working. You may have tried pushing through on your own. Now you’re ready for structured support that actually translates into real conversations, real decisions and real change.
Many of the men we work with aren’t in crisis. They’re capable, driven and doing well on paper. But something isn’t working. You might be shutting down in conflict, carrying quiet anger, feeling disconnected from your partner, or unsure who you are outside of work and responsibility. You want to show up better in your relationships, feel more steady in yourself, and stop repeating patterns you know aren’t working. You may have tried pushing through on your own. Now you’re ready for structured support that actually translates into real conversations, real decisions and real change.
Concerns or issues that you may have & that I enjoy working with Abuse Addiction Alcohol abuse Are you dying?
I offer a growth-oriented, contextual and relational approach to working with people. The Gestalt approach embraces a person's physical, psychological, intellectual, emotional, interpersonal and spiritual experience holistically. Each of these interconnected aspects of living is considered inseparable from a person's environment, history and culture.
Concerns or issues that you may have & that I enjoy working with Abuse Addiction Alcohol abuse Are you dying?
I offer a growth-oriented, contextual and relational approach to working with people. The Gestalt approach embraces a person's physical, psychological, intellectual, emotional, interpersonal and spiritual experience holistically. Each of these interconnected aspects of living is considered inseparable from a person's environment, history and culture.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a counselling background and over a decade of experience across mental health, alcohol and other drug services, suicide postvention, forensic settings, residential services, and student counselling.
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, low mood, alcohol and other drug use, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, and questions of identity or belonging. You don't need a diagnosis to seek support—sometimes life simply feels overwhelming or no longer fits.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a counselling background and over a decade of experience across mental health, alcohol and other drug services, suicide postvention, forensic settings, residential services, and student counselling.
I work with individuals navigating anxiety, low mood, alcohol and other drug use, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, and questions of identity or belonging. You don't need a diagnosis to seek support—sometimes life simply feels overwhelming or no longer fits.
I’m Ruby, owner of Inner Motus Therapy. I am a Counsellor and a Breathwork practitioner. I work with individuals, couples and parents who feel stuck in patterns. I specialise in Gottmans couples therapy, attachment theory & trauma. I create a safe place to work through trauma, conflict, communication and intimacy at a deep and practical level. I use talk therapy and somatic practices to shift belief systems, thought patterns and actions. I work with clients with a gentle approach to help integrate or find new ways of being that help us move towards what we want and need. I want to help clients put the learning into action.
I’m Ruby, owner of Inner Motus Therapy. I am a Counsellor and a Breathwork practitioner. I work with individuals, couples and parents who feel stuck in patterns. I specialise in Gottmans couples therapy, attachment theory & trauma. I create a safe place to work through trauma, conflict, communication and intimacy at a deep and practical level. I use talk therapy and somatic practices to shift belief systems, thought patterns and actions. I work with clients with a gentle approach to help integrate or find new ways of being that help us move towards what we want and need. I want to help clients put the learning into action.
I work with both individuals and couples with mental health issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, anger, addiction, domestic abuse,etc.
I am registered clinical counsellor with a Masters in Counselling who can assist you to navigate through personal and relationship challenges and achieve positive outcomes in order to live a more satisfying and rewarding life. I offer an integrative approach, drawing on a number of therapeutic techniques that allows me as a therapist to use the most effective method available to address your individual needs. I offer counselling services both online or face to face in safe and comfortable therapeutic space where you can feel free to share your thoughts and feelings.
I work with both individuals and couples with mental health issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief & loss, anger, addiction, domestic abuse,etc.
I am registered clinical counsellor with a Masters in Counselling who can assist you to navigate through personal and relationship challenges and achieve positive outcomes in order to live a more satisfying and rewarding life. I offer an integrative approach, drawing on a number of therapeutic techniques that allows me as a therapist to use the most effective method available to address your individual needs. I offer counselling services both online or face to face in safe and comfortable therapeutic space where you can feel free to share your thoughts and feelings.
People often come to me when they are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, misunderstood, or are struggling with anxiety, low mood, neurodivergence, disability, emotional or behavioural difficulties, relationship stress, identity concerns, addiction, or major life changes.
My background includes training across university clinic and health service settings, including work in a high risk adolescent program with young people experiencing complex difficulties. I also have experience in NDIS coordination, support work, and research focused on crisis counselling, emotion regulation, and supporting people with disability.
People often come to me when they are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, misunderstood, or are struggling with anxiety, low mood, neurodivergence, disability, emotional or behavioural difficulties, relationship stress, identity concerns, addiction, or major life changes.
My background includes training across university clinic and health service settings, including work in a high risk adolescent program with young people experiencing complex difficulties. I also have experience in NDIS coordination, support work, and research focused on crisis counselling, emotion regulation, and supporting people with disability.
Many of my clients arrive at a point of transition - a pregnancy, a diagnosis, a relationship shift, or a quiet sense that something needs to change. I have a particular passion for supporting women through perinatal experiences, perimenopause, and challenges around sexual health and wellbeing, including pain during sex and low desire.
I also work across anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and disordered eating with people of all genders. Whatever brings you here, I'm interested in the whole picture - not just the presenting problem. If you're looking for a space that's honest, grounded, and genuinely collaborative - lets chat!
Many of my clients arrive at a point of transition - a pregnancy, a diagnosis, a relationship shift, or a quiet sense that something needs to change. I have a particular passion for supporting women through perinatal experiences, perimenopause, and challenges around sexual health and wellbeing, including pain during sex and low desire.
I also work across anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and disordered eating with people of all genders. Whatever brings you here, I'm interested in the whole picture - not just the presenting problem. If you're looking for a space that's honest, grounded, and genuinely collaborative - lets chat!
My ideal client is ready to face their challenges and find healing. They may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, grief, or relationship difficulties, or navigating the unique challenges of being LGBTQIA+ or living with ADHD.
They are looking for a safe, non-judgmental space to be truly heard and understood. Their goal is to move beyond simply coping with their symptoms and build a life that feels authentic and fulfilling. Ultimately, they want to reclaim their power, build resilience, and discover a path forward that is defined by their strengths, not their struggles.
My ideal client is ready to face their challenges and find healing. They may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, grief, or relationship difficulties, or navigating the unique challenges of being LGBTQIA+ or living with ADHD.
They are looking for a safe, non-judgmental space to be truly heard and understood. Their goal is to move beyond simply coping with their symptoms and build a life that feels authentic and fulfilling. Ultimately, they want to reclaim their power, build resilience, and discover a path forward that is defined by their strengths, not their struggles.
Counselling offered for struggles or goals, big or small, including for anxiety, ADHD (child or adult), autism, bullying, change, depression or low mood, drug and alcohol use, emotional regulation, family and relationship conflict, impulse control, loneliness, mental health, motivation, procrastination, suicidality, and more.
I am a registered counsellor with a professional background supporting people experiencing family violence, legal issues, trauma, disability, and more. I can help you achieve your goals, big or small, and work towards the life you're after.
Counselling offered for struggles or goals, big or small, including for anxiety, ADHD (child or adult), autism, bullying, change, depression or low mood, drug and alcohol use, emotional regulation, family and relationship conflict, impulse control, loneliness, mental health, motivation, procrastination, suicidality, and more.
I am a registered counsellor with a professional background supporting people experiencing family violence, legal issues, trauma, disability, and more. I can help you achieve your goals, big or small, and work towards the life you're after.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, struggling with relationships, or carrying unresolved pain from your past. Perhaps you’ve tried pushing through on your own but keep finding yourself stuck in the same patterns. What you want is not just short-term relief but real change: freedom from what holds you back, healthier connections, and a clearer sense of purpose. My ideal client is someone ready to face these challenges honestly and willing to engage in a process of growth that goes deeper than surface-level solutions.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, struggling with relationships, or carrying unresolved pain from your past. Perhaps you’ve tried pushing through on your own but keep finding yourself stuck in the same patterns. What you want is not just short-term relief but real change: freedom from what holds you back, healthier connections, and a clearer sense of purpose. My ideal client is someone ready to face these challenges honestly and willing to engage in a process of growth that goes deeper than surface-level solutions.
Have you experienced a betrayal or has someone in the relationship had difficulties with addiction or behavioural difficulties?
As well as being trained in counselling, I am also an experienced general nurse, midwife, maternal health nurse & therefore, I understand the impact of mental health issues on health. I specialise in relationship counselling, couple counselling, managing individual self esteem & anxiety, antenatal & postnatal issues such as bonding & life transitions.
Have you experienced a betrayal or has someone in the relationship had difficulties with addiction or behavioural difficulties?
As well as being trained in counselling, I am also an experienced general nurse, midwife, maternal health nurse & therefore, I understand the impact of mental health issues on health. I specialise in relationship counselling, couple counselling, managing individual self esteem & anxiety, antenatal & postnatal issues such as bonding & life transitions.
Welcome! My name is Donna. I am a person centred therapist who is passionate about helping others, particularly those suffering from Trauma. My training comes from world leaders in the field and is ongoing. I have extensive experience working with youth and across diverse cultures. Also, with the LGBTQI+ community. My mission is to assist you on a deeper level to be empowered, find hope, and strengthen your belief in self to improve wellbeing.
Welcome! My name is Donna. I am a person centred therapist who is passionate about helping others, particularly those suffering from Trauma. My training comes from world leaders in the field and is ongoing. I have extensive experience working with youth and across diverse cultures. Also, with the LGBTQI+ community. My mission is to assist you on a deeper level to be empowered, find hope, and strengthen your belief in self to improve wellbeing.
I support them in exploring behaviour patterns and addressing issues like substance use, suicidal thoughts, and neurodiversity challenges (including executive function difficulties).
Coming from a sub-acute background, I am trained in DBT for suicidal ideation, which forms a core part of my approach. My goal is to empower clients by helping them gain insights into their emotions and behaviors, equipping them with practical tools to manage challenges effectively. Together, we work towards identifying their unique strengths, developing safety plans, and setting achievable goals for their mental well-being.
I support them in exploring behaviour patterns and addressing issues like substance use, suicidal thoughts, and neurodiversity challenges (including executive function difficulties).
Coming from a sub-acute background, I am trained in DBT for suicidal ideation, which forms a core part of my approach. My goal is to empower clients by helping them gain insights into their emotions and behaviors, equipping them with practical tools to manage challenges effectively. Together, we work towards identifying their unique strengths, developing safety plans, and setting achievable goals for their mental well-being.
