Trauma and PTSD Psychologists and Therapists in Australian Capital Territory
My areas of expertise include trauma, mental health, and substance misuse.
I specialise in LGBTQIA+ therapy, supporting individuals exploring their gender identity or transitioning. With a gentle, client-paced approach, I aim to create a safe space where you feel understood and respected. Having faced challenges myself, I’m here to offer compassion, guidance, and support tailored to your unique journey.
My areas of expertise include trauma, mental health, and substance misuse.
I specialise in LGBTQIA+ therapy, supporting individuals exploring their gender identity or transitioning. With a gentle, client-paced approach, I aim to create a safe space where you feel understood and respected. Having faced challenges myself, I’m here to offer compassion, guidance, and support tailored to your unique journey.
I bring a compassionate, empathetic, trauma informed approach, along with lived experience, to our work together.
I support individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, Drug and Alcohol and challenges with behavioural compulsions. I have a particular focus on men’s mental health, LGBTIQ+ mental health, and issues surrounding sexuality, including sexual compulsions and challenges with pornography use (sex addiction, porn addiction).
I bring a compassionate, empathetic, trauma informed approach, along with lived experience, to our work together.
I support individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, Drug and Alcohol and challenges with behavioural compulsions. I have a particular focus on men’s mental health, LGBTIQ+ mental health, and issues surrounding sexuality, including sexual compulsions and challenges with pornography use (sex addiction, porn addiction).
Tailored psychological recovery and optimisation sessions for individuals, couples, families, and teams faced with the challenges of life and change. Safety-critical, high-performance environments are our speciality, however anyone motivated to live a rich and meaningful life will be at home working with THRIVE. We are a national company servicing all major & some remote cities across Australia.
Tailored psychological recovery and optimisation sessions for individuals, couples, families, and teams faced with the challenges of life and change. Safety-critical, high-performance environments are our speciality, however anyone motivated to live a rich and meaningful life will be at home working with THRIVE. We are a national company servicing all major & some remote cities across Australia.
I have over 8 years experience working in community mental health settings and private practice settings working with teenagers and adults on a variety of topics including neurodivergence, trauma, and depression.
As a genderqueer, ace-spectrum, and neurodivergent person, I am passionate about supporting other members of my community. If you are neurodivergent, disabled or chronically ill, queer and/or trans, poly/non-monogamous, or engage in kink/BDSM community I would love to support you in therapy. I used my lived experience to bring understanding, empathy and patience to our work together. I welcome people with marginalised experiences and want to create a space where it is ok for you to be your unmasked self.
I have over 8 years experience working in community mental health settings and private practice settings working with teenagers and adults on a variety of topics including neurodivergence, trauma, and depression.
As a genderqueer, ace-spectrum, and neurodivergent person, I am passionate about supporting other members of my community. If you are neurodivergent, disabled or chronically ill, queer and/or trans, poly/non-monogamous, or engage in kink/BDSM community I would love to support you in therapy. I used my lived experience to bring understanding, empathy and patience to our work together. I welcome people with marginalised experiences and want to create a space where it is ok for you to be your unmasked self.
All sessions online- through Zoom.
Taking clients from UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand
Overcome emotional pain-
Eating struggles, fears and unhelpful habits
Build confidence, resilience and ease anxiety.
All sessions online- through Zoom.
Taking clients from UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand
Overcome emotional pain-
Eating struggles, fears and unhelpful habits
Build confidence, resilience and ease anxiety.
I have extensive experience supporting people who have experienced trauma, with a particular focus on domestic violence and sexual assault.
My practice is trauma-informed and integrative, drawing on both counselling and social work frameworks to support the whole person within their unique life context.
I work collaboratively with clients to create a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space where they can process experiences, rebuild trust, and reconnect with themselves and others.
I have extensive experience supporting people who have experienced trauma, with a particular focus on domestic violence and sexual assault.
My practice is trauma-informed and integrative, drawing on both counselling and social work frameworks to support the whole person within their unique life context.
I work collaboratively with clients to create a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space where they can process experiences, rebuild trust, and reconnect with themselves and others.
Dorian is a PACFA registered Counsellor with over 20 years experience in the health and welfare sector. He provides general therapeutic support to people of all genders and ages, while specializing in men’s mental health and youth mental health. Dorian offers sessions with adults, young people and children, to support a variety of needs.
Dorian is a PACFA registered Counsellor with over 20 years experience in the health and welfare sector. He provides general therapeutic support to people of all genders and ages, while specializing in men’s mental health and youth mental health. Dorian offers sessions with adults, young people and children, to support a variety of needs.
Ingrid is specifically interested in clients who present with developmental/relational- trauma and utilises her knowledge of attachment theory and family systems to help clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves.
Ingrid’s approach to therapy can be described as holistic and integrative, tailored to the needs of the client. She encourages her clients to build a collaborative therapeutic relationship, where the client has the central role. She works with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, stress, childhood trauma, addiction, self-esteem and grief.
Ingrid is specifically interested in clients who present with developmental/relational- trauma and utilises her knowledge of attachment theory and family systems to help clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves.
Ingrid’s approach to therapy can be described as holistic and integrative, tailored to the needs of the client. She encourages her clients to build a collaborative therapeutic relationship, where the client has the central role. She works with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, stress, childhood trauma, addiction, self-esteem and grief.
Alana is a psychosexual therapist specialising in holistic, trauma informed care to support both individuals and partnerships with their sexological needs.
Working with a Gestalt framework, Alana focuses on a here and now embodied approach that cultivates the connection between the mind-body. By reconnecting with your body's responses to certain behavioural or environmental factors, together we can begin to understand and work with the root of the issue.
Alana is a psychosexual therapist specialising in holistic, trauma informed care to support both individuals and partnerships with their sexological needs.
Working with a Gestalt framework, Alana focuses on a here and now embodied approach that cultivates the connection between the mind-body. By reconnecting with your body's responses to certain behavioural or environmental factors, together we can begin to understand and work with the root of the issue.
I specialise in assisting clients with relationship/childhood trauma, domestic & family violence, sexual assault, couples counselling, EAP, ICARE Lifetime Care, Victims Services NSW, Worksafe QLD, NDIS, narcissistic abuse.
Care To Bloom a practice that hears, sees & validates you. A place to feel nurtured & supported which enables clients to develop trust, so they can focus on their healing journey. As a therapist, I have dedicated my practice to applying the most proven and effective methods by undertaking constant on-going learning to stay abreast of all the current modalities within my practice. I assist clients to better manage symptoms giving clients hope to go forward with a greater sense of peace & renewed self confidence. Care To Bloom is a 5 star reviewed practice on Google. A Quality Business Award winner for 2025 for couples counselling
I specialise in assisting clients with relationship/childhood trauma, domestic & family violence, sexual assault, couples counselling, EAP, ICARE Lifetime Care, Victims Services NSW, Worksafe QLD, NDIS, narcissistic abuse.
Care To Bloom a practice that hears, sees & validates you. A place to feel nurtured & supported which enables clients to develop trust, so they can focus on their healing journey. As a therapist, I have dedicated my practice to applying the most proven and effective methods by undertaking constant on-going learning to stay abreast of all the current modalities within my practice. I assist clients to better manage symptoms giving clients hope to go forward with a greater sense of peace & renewed self confidence. Care To Bloom is a 5 star reviewed practice on Google. A Quality Business Award winner for 2025 for couples counselling
As an ACA-Registered Counsellor, I provide a safe, supportive space to help you navigate anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, and emotional struggles. Through Telehealth sessions, I work collaboratively with you to explore your goals, uncover inner strengths, and build resilience. My aim is to empower you with the tools needed for a healthier, more balanced life. Let’s work together to create meaningful change and move forward with confidence and clarity.
As an ACA-Registered Counsellor, I provide a safe, supportive space to help you navigate anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, and emotional struggles. Through Telehealth sessions, I work collaboratively with you to explore your goals, uncover inner strengths, and build resilience. My aim is to empower you with the tools needed for a healthier, more balanced life. Let’s work together to create meaningful change and move forward with confidence and clarity.
They/Them/Us Mental Health & Well-Being LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergent and TGS Affirmative Practice (Allies Welcome!) is client centred, culturally inclusive, recovery and strengths based and trauma informed.
We offer a variety of Psychological and Positive Behaviour Therapies- ACT; CBT; DBT; Schema Informed Care; Sensory Modulation, Trauma Sensitive Yoga and Somatic Interventions. To support Emotional regulation, Executive functioning, effective Communication and Positive Behaviour Activation and Meaningful occupation and improved Mental Health & Well-Being.
They/Them/Us Mental Health & Well-Being LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergent and TGS Affirmative Practice (Allies Welcome!) is client centred, culturally inclusive, recovery and strengths based and trauma informed.
We offer a variety of Psychological and Positive Behaviour Therapies- ACT; CBT; DBT; Schema Informed Care; Sensory Modulation, Trauma Sensitive Yoga and Somatic Interventions. To support Emotional regulation, Executive functioning, effective Communication and Positive Behaviour Activation and Meaningful occupation and improved Mental Health & Well-Being.
Anine Cummins (they/them) - Ginger Cat Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I’m gender non-conforming, neurodiverse and I successfully work with my own trauma.
I work with LGBTIQ+ clients, including trans and non-binary people, people with traumatic histories, including sexual assault and abuse, people with dissociative disorders, including DID, people with ADHD, autism, and other neurodiverse brains, activists and other people struggling with burn out. My client says 'I came to you thinking that i needed to be fixed, that i just needed to work harder on myself so that all of my problems could be solved and then i could start 'living my real life.' I'm starting to learn that maybe it's ok that i don't always have my sht together. I’m human and that’s ok."
I’m gender non-conforming, neurodiverse and I successfully work with my own trauma.
I work with LGBTIQ+ clients, including trans and non-binary people, people with traumatic histories, including sexual assault and abuse, people with dissociative disorders, including DID, people with ADHD, autism, and other neurodiverse brains, activists and other people struggling with burn out. My client says 'I came to you thinking that i needed to be fixed, that i just needed to work harder on myself so that all of my problems could be solved and then i could start 'living my real life.' I'm starting to learn that maybe it's ok that i don't always have my sht together. I’m human and that’s ok."
I offer a trauma-informed, holistic approach, drawing from multiple disciplines to support mind and body.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected. Therapy can support reconnecting with yourself, deeper understanding your emotions, and developing confidence to move forward in an authentic and meaningful way. Whether facing personal challenges, relationship concerns, or navigating a major life transition, I offer a safe space where you feel heard, supported, and understood. I'll support exploring your inner world while strengthening the resources already within you.
I offer a trauma-informed, holistic approach, drawing from multiple disciplines to support mind and body.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected. Therapy can support reconnecting with yourself, deeper understanding your emotions, and developing confidence to move forward in an authentic and meaningful way. Whether facing personal challenges, relationship concerns, or navigating a major life transition, I offer a safe space where you feel heard, supported, and understood. I'll support exploring your inner world while strengthening the resources already within you.
Centred Wellness is an online trauma‑informed counselling and psychotherapy practice supporting adults across Australia.
As a PACFA registered clinical counsellor I offer relational, trauma‑informed therapy to support you to understand the roots of your struggles and develop new ways of relating to yourself and others. I also offer dreamwork for those drawn to symbolic or intuitive exploration, helping illuminate patterns, emotions, and deeper meaning.
Centred Wellness is an online trauma‑informed counselling and psychotherapy practice supporting adults across Australia.
As a PACFA registered clinical counsellor I offer relational, trauma‑informed therapy to support you to understand the roots of your struggles and develop new ways of relating to yourself and others. I also offer dreamwork for those drawn to symbolic or intuitive exploration, helping illuminate patterns, emotions, and deeper meaning.
My practice supports adults experiencing psychological injury, trauma, and complex mental health conditions, including individuals in CTP and medico-legal contexts.
I provide psychological assessment, evidence-based treatment, and medico-legal reporting for adults with trauma, psychological injury, and complex mental health conditions. My expertise includes PTSD, workplace stress, mood and anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and Autism/ADHD, supporting recovery, functional capacity, and clear clinical opinions.
My practice supports adults experiencing psychological injury, trauma, and complex mental health conditions, including individuals in CTP and medico-legal contexts.
I provide psychological assessment, evidence-based treatment, and medico-legal reporting for adults with trauma, psychological injury, and complex mental health conditions. My expertise includes PTSD, workplace stress, mood and anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and Autism/ADHD, supporting recovery, functional capacity, and clear clinical opinions.
Brett Ruehland supports queer, neurodivergent, and gender-diverse clients, including people navigating ADHD, autism, masking, identity development, relationships, burnout, trauma, and experiences of exclusion or invalidation.
His approach is collaborative, affirming, evidence-based, and individualised, with an emphasis on creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful therapeutic space. Brett is committed to neurodiversity-affirming and LGBTIQ+ affirming care, and recognises the importance of working at a pace that supports safety, autonomy, and sustainable change.
Brett Ruehland supports queer, neurodivergent, and gender-diverse clients, including people navigating ADHD, autism, masking, identity development, relationships, burnout, trauma, and experiences of exclusion or invalidation.
His approach is collaborative, affirming, evidence-based, and individualised, with an emphasis on creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful therapeutic space. Brett is committed to neurodiversity-affirming and LGBTIQ+ affirming care, and recognises the importance of working at a pace that supports safety, autonomy, and sustainable change.
Caring for matters of the mind in a Christ-centered way is important to my practice. I believe mental health is an integral part of overall wellbeing You may be experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. I provide a safe, supportive space to explore your concerns, gain clarity, and begin moving toward healing and positive change. I use evidence-based approaches and practical strategies. For those who desire it, I also integrate Christian faith and prayer into the counselling process to support growth and restoration.
Caring for matters of the mind in a Christ-centered way is important to my practice. I believe mental health is an integral part of overall wellbeing You may be experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. I provide a safe, supportive space to explore your concerns, gain clarity, and begin moving toward healing and positive change. I use evidence-based approaches and practical strategies. For those who desire it, I also integrate Christian faith and prayer into the counselling process to support growth and restoration.
Supporting those navigating, trauma, relational disconnection, intimacy issues, and life transitions while ensuring a safe and inclusive space for all clients.
Extensive work with clients dealing with a variety of relational and personal challenges, including blended families, caregiving, diagnosis or illness, parent-child relationships, life transitions, resolving conflict, building trust, intimacy issues, parenting differences, infidelity, emotional disconnect, identity and self-discovery, and trauma.
Supporting those navigating, trauma, relational disconnection, intimacy issues, and life transitions while ensuring a safe and inclusive space for all clients.
Extensive work with clients dealing with a variety of relational and personal challenges, including blended families, caregiving, diagnosis or illness, parent-child relationships, life transitions, resolving conflict, building trust, intimacy issues, parenting differences, infidelity, emotional disconnect, identity and self-discovery, and trauma.
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.
