Trauma and PTSD Psychologists and Therapists in Australian Capital Territory

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Berty Hills
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L1
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
She has experience supporting individuals facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, complex trauma, life transitions, emotional dysregulation, ASD, ADHD, gender dysphoria, disordered eating and personality disorders.
Using a person-centred approach, Berty tailors each session to the client's unique needs, drawing from therapeutic modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), attachment based and Narrative Therapy.
She has experience supporting individuals facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, complex trauma, life transitions, emotional dysregulation, ASD, ADHD, gender dysphoria, disordered eating and personality disorders.
Using a person-centred approach, Berty tailors each session to the client's unique needs, drawing from therapeutic modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), attachment based and Narrative Therapy.
(08) 6171 2080 View (08) 6171 2080
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Dr Claudine Martijn - People Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Dr Claudine Martijn (pronounced “Martin”), clinical psychologist, can help you and has extensive experience with multiple psychological, emotional, and mental health needs, including: Stress Anxiety Panic Attacks & Anxiety Phobias (Fear of specific things / situations) Agoraphobia / Social Anxiety Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) & Anxiety Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Depression Depressive Disorders Perinatal Psychology / Mental Health including Post Natal Depression (PND) Pregnancy Counselling Antenatal Depression Parenting issues Bipoloar Disorder (BD) Grief and Loss and PTSD ( Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)
Doctor Claudine Martijn has worked predominantly in clinical settings (public and private hospitals) alongside private practice. Claudine is driven to help her clients overcome their psychological struggles to enable them to enjoy a contented and fulfilling life. Claudine engenders a safe and warm dynamic in the therapy space, helping you to your best self.
Dr Claudine Martijn (pronounced “Martin”), clinical psychologist, can help you and has extensive experience with multiple psychological, emotional, and mental health needs, including: Stress Anxiety Panic Attacks & Anxiety Phobias (Fear of specific things / situations) Agoraphobia / Social Anxiety Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) & Anxiety Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Depression Depressive Disorders Perinatal Psychology / Mental Health including Post Natal Depression (PND) Pregnancy Counselling Antenatal Depression Parenting issues Bipoloar Disorder (BD) Grief and Loss and PTSD ( Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)
Doctor Claudine Martijn has worked predominantly in clinical settings (public and private hospitals) alongside private practice. Claudine is driven to help her clients overcome their psychological struggles to enable them to enjoy a contented and fulfilling life. Claudine engenders a safe and warm dynamic in the therapy space, helping you to your best self.
(03) 7003 2516 View (03) 7003 2516
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Gaby Browarczyk
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Utilizing creative, reflective and trauma informed practices together we work to support positive change in life’s most difficult and complex circumstances.
In counselling, psychotherapy or supervision we work together to discover personal insights and integrate the new awareness to improve your personal journey. I offer face to face, zoom and out in nature sessions.
Utilizing creative, reflective and trauma informed practices together we work to support positive change in life’s most difficult and complex circumstances.
In counselling, psychotherapy or supervision we work together to discover personal insights and integrate the new awareness to improve your personal journey. I offer face to face, zoom and out in nature sessions.
(08) 6490 9056 View (08) 6490 9056
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Christopher Garvie
Psychiatrist, FRANZCP
Serves Area
I work with adults aged 18 and over who are experiencing a range of psychological challenges; from existential concerns, recurrent relationship difficulties and identity exploration, to mental health conditions such as PTSD, Complex PTSD, Dissociative Disorders, Personality Disorders, Chronic Depression, Eating Disorders, and Somatisation.
My therapy approach is from a relational perspective, informed by the Conversational Model of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and integrates specialised approaches such as EMDR. This allows me to support clients dealing with a wide range of experiences. I am a clinical member of the Australia and New Zealand Association of Psychotherapy (ANZAP), an Accredited Consultant with the EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA) and an Accredited member of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists Faculty of Psychotherapy.
I work with adults aged 18 and over who are experiencing a range of psychological challenges; from existential concerns, recurrent relationship difficulties and identity exploration, to mental health conditions such as PTSD, Complex PTSD, Dissociative Disorders, Personality Disorders, Chronic Depression, Eating Disorders, and Somatisation.
My therapy approach is from a relational perspective, informed by the Conversational Model of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and integrates specialised approaches such as EMDR. This allows me to support clients dealing with a wide range of experiences. I am a clinical member of the Australia and New Zealand Association of Psychotherapy (ANZAP), an Accredited Consultant with the EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA) and an Accredited member of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists Faculty of Psychotherapy.
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Lina Schonfeld
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
I work with adults across Australia experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, life transitions, or persistent self doubt.
My approach focuses on helping you understand the different parts of yourself that hold pain, fear, or protective patterns, so you can relate to yourself with greater clarity, confidence, and self trust. Therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and paced according to what feels safe for you.
I work with adults across Australia experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, life transitions, or persistent self doubt.
My approach focuses on helping you understand the different parts of yourself that hold pain, fear, or protective patterns, so you can relate to yourself with greater clarity, confidence, and self trust. Therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and paced according to what feels safe for you.
(08) 7008 9620 View (08) 7008 9620
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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.
(02) 5118 9826 View (02) 5118 9826
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Mick Andrews
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Griffith, ACT 2603
With lived experience of depression, PTSD, and anxiety, I offer a compassionate, personalised approach focused on your unique needs and goals.
I help clients build resilience and find solutions for life’s challenges. My expertise includes anxiety, depression, trauma, and transitions. I listen without judgment and tailor evidence-based care to your needs, so you feel understood, empowered, and able to make real change.
With lived experience of depression, PTSD, and anxiety, I offer a compassionate, personalised approach focused on your unique needs and goals.
I help clients build resilience and find solutions for life’s challenges. My expertise includes anxiety, depression, trauma, and transitions. I listen without judgment and tailor evidence-based care to your needs, so you feel understood, empowered, and able to make real change.
(02) 5944 5947 View (02) 5944 5947
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Bec Simone
Counsellor
Griffith, ACT 2603
I work with women who are navigating life transitions so that they can discover or rediscover their own unique way of being. I support women to manage turbulence, unrest and uncertainties in their life such as the loss of a relationship or relationship difficulties, addiction cycles, unexplained body sensations, a feeling of disconnection and general unease about the life.
I work with women who are navigating life transitions so that they can discover or rediscover their own unique way of being. I support women to manage turbulence, unrest and uncertainties in their life such as the loss of a relationship or relationship difficulties, addiction cycles, unexplained body sensations, a feeling of disconnection and general unease about the life.
(02) 5943 9480 View (02) 5943 9480
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Penni Dickson
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Narrabundah, ACT 2604
I offer tailored, integrated therapy for concerns including trauma work and mental health.
I offer integrated therapy tailored to your unique needs. My interests include neurodiversity in teens/adults, LGBTQIA+ affirming counselling, Indigenous Healing Practice, and couples counselling. We can work collaboratively to leverage your strengths and achieve meaningful change
I offer tailored, integrated therapy for concerns including trauma work and mental health.
I offer integrated therapy tailored to your unique needs. My interests include neurodiversity in teens/adults, LGBTQIA+ affirming counselling, Indigenous Healing Practice, and couples counselling. We can work collaboratively to leverage your strengths and achieve meaningful change
(02) 5941 6274 View (02) 5941 6274
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Yilam Fang
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Coombs, ACT 2611
Yilam finds her passion in trauma-healing.
Apart from utilizing empirically proven psychological interventions such as trauma-focused EMDR therapy, schema therapy, EFT, mindfulness, etc., I also adopt body work such as yoga, breath work, voice, tapping and movement. My focus is to explore with clients together and identify origin of experience, underlying needs and primary emotions.
Yilam finds her passion in trauma-healing.
Apart from utilizing empirically proven psychological interventions such as trauma-focused EMDR therapy, schema therapy, EFT, mindfulness, etc., I also adopt body work such as yoga, breath work, voice, tapping and movement. My focus is to explore with clients together and identify origin of experience, underlying needs and primary emotions.
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The Therapeutic Space
Social Worker, MA, AASW
Dunlop, ACT 2615
Sally has 17 years experience helping children, adolescents and adults who have been impacted by mental health, family separation, family violence, sexual abuse and trauma.
Working across the lifespan as a Family therapist, Sally specialises in working with children and adolescents particularly in areas of mental health, family separation, anxiety and depression. Working as a strength based clinical therapist Sally works with the client to establish strengths, to build a relationship of trust and safety. Sally has 17 years experience working in the community sector in areas of family violence, sexual abuse, family separation, foster care, trauma and mental health.
Sally has 17 years experience helping children, adolescents and adults who have been impacted by mental health, family separation, family violence, sexual abuse and trauma.
Working across the lifespan as a Family therapist, Sally specialises in working with children and adolescents particularly in areas of mental health, family separation, anxiety and depression. Working as a strength based clinical therapist Sally works with the client to establish strengths, to build a relationship of trust and safety. Sally has 17 years experience working in the community sector in areas of family violence, sexual abuse, family separation, foster care, trauma and mental health.
(02) 5135 5200 View (02) 5135 5200
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Creating Connections Counselling
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Narrabundah, ACT 2604
I provide a trauma-informed approach, trained in EMDR & guided imagery.
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.
I provide a trauma-informed approach, trained in EMDR & guided imagery.
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.
(02) 5104 9730 View (02) 5104 9730
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Andrew Watt
Psychotherapist
Belconnen, ACT 2617
As a trauma-informed psychotherapist with a background in speech pathology, I've gained unique insights into the challenges faced by busy parents and caregivers.
Is the pace of life leaving you drained, overwhelmed, or running on empty? You may feel caught between the weight of responsibility and the quiet question, "Am I doing enough?" This is often true for parents, caregivers, and neurodivergent adults. When you spend so much time looking after others, it is easy to lose sight of yourself. Therapy offers a space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with who you are beyond the roles, expectations, and demands. You do not need to wait for things to fall apart before reaching for support. You matter too.
As a trauma-informed psychotherapist with a background in speech pathology, I've gained unique insights into the challenges faced by busy parents and caregivers.
Is the pace of life leaving you drained, overwhelmed, or running on empty? You may feel caught between the weight of responsibility and the quiet question, "Am I doing enough?" This is often true for parents, caregivers, and neurodivergent adults. When you spend so much time looking after others, it is easy to lose sight of yourself. Therapy offers a space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with who you are beyond the roles, expectations, and demands. You do not need to wait for things to fall apart before reaching for support. You matter too.
(02) 5118 9834 View (02) 5118 9834
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Mountains to Molehills
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L2
Weston, ACT 2611
I can provide pre/post diagnosis, trauma, relationship and life transition support.
As a peer in the queer and neurodivergence space, I am uniquely placed to provide a safe and healing space for you to explore the wants, needs and desires that have been hidden from others, and perhaps even yourself. I tailor my practice to my clients unique needs and take pride in a low expectation/demand style of support. I see the greatest change with my PDA clients who are rarely catered for, and those who have had limited or frustratingly low success with previous counselling experiences. I can be very flexible in how, when and where counselling happens but initially I prefer to work face to face.
I can provide pre/post diagnosis, trauma, relationship and life transition support.
As a peer in the queer and neurodivergence space, I am uniquely placed to provide a safe and healing space for you to explore the wants, needs and desires that have been hidden from others, and perhaps even yourself. I tailor my practice to my clients unique needs and take pride in a low expectation/demand style of support. I see the greatest change with my PDA clients who are rarely catered for, and those who have had limited or frustratingly low success with previous counselling experiences. I can be very flexible in how, when and where counselling happens but initially I prefer to work face to face.
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Roni Ramirez Esquivel
Counsellor, ACA-L3
1 Endorsed
Narrabundah, ACT 2604
Through my counselling work I have been honoured to work with a wide range of clients, with whom I have tailored my therapeutic approach to best suit their needs. I enjoy working with my clients to develop clear counselling goals, expanding on clients' existing and new life skills. I always aim to provide a warm, inclusive and safe counselling service to provide clients the opportunity to be open and willing to explore chance.
Through my counselling work I have been honoured to work with a wide range of clients, with whom I have tailored my therapeutic approach to best suit their needs. I enjoy working with my clients to develop clear counselling goals, expanding on clients' existing and new life skills. I always aim to provide a warm, inclusive and safe counselling service to provide clients the opportunity to be open and willing to explore chance.
(02) 5950 5794 View (02) 5950 5794
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David Nielsen
Counsellor, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Watson, ACT 2602
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
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Paul Julian Hoare
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Deakin, ACT 2600
Paul's experience includes couples counselling, organizing adventure therapy programs, working with victims of trauma, grief and loss, addictions, anger management.
Paul has worked in the counselling field both locally and abroad. His passions are in couples counselling, men's issues and helping people through anxiety. Whilst being a very down to earth counsellor, Paul is also compassionate and non-judgmental in his approach to counselling. He is a strong believer in the impact that good therapy can have on people’s quality of life and is committed to helping his clients to attain these benefits. He is the founder of Glenmore Park Counselling.
Paul's experience includes couples counselling, organizing adventure therapy programs, working with victims of trauma, grief and loss, addictions, anger management.
Paul has worked in the counselling field both locally and abroad. His passions are in couples counselling, men's issues and helping people through anxiety. Whilst being a very down to earth counsellor, Paul is also compassionate and non-judgmental in his approach to counselling. He is a strong believer in the impact that good therapy can have on people’s quality of life and is committed to helping his clients to attain these benefits. He is the founder of Glenmore Park Counselling.
(02) 4708 9549 View (02) 4708 9549
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Promise Igba
Social Worker, AMHSW
Curtin, ACT 2605
I work collaboratively with adults, young people and couples across a range of concerns including relationship conflict, anxiety and stress, trauma, and life transition.
I use evidence-based frameworks, particularly Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Gottman-informed couples work. I have a particular interest in understanding how unmet emotional needs, attachment wounds, and learned coping strategies shape present-day thoughts, behaviours and relationships.
I work collaboratively with adults, young people and couples across a range of concerns including relationship conflict, anxiety and stress, trauma, and life transition.
I use evidence-based frameworks, particularly Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Gottman-informed couples work. I have a particular interest in understanding how unmet emotional needs, attachment wounds, and learned coping strategies shape present-day thoughts, behaviours and relationships.
(02) 5950 6787 View (02) 5950 6787
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Anel Grobler
Verified Verified
MacGregor, ACT 2615
I’m an experienced Group Analyst and Psychotherapist offering a reflective space to explore the deeper patterns shaping your emotional world and relationships. I work collaboratively to help you better understand your inner landscape, make sense of your experiences, and find new possibilities for growth. If you’re curious about working together, you’re welcome to book a free 15-minute video call to explore what might suit you best. I work with individuals, couples, and groups. Please reach out if you are a professional and interested in supervision or training in group therapy.
I’m an experienced Group Analyst and Psychotherapist offering a reflective space to explore the deeper patterns shaping your emotional world and relationships. I work collaboratively to help you better understand your inner landscape, make sense of your experiences, and find new possibilities for growth. If you’re curious about working together, you’re welcome to book a free 15-minute video call to explore what might suit you best. I work with individuals, couples, and groups. Please reach out if you are a professional and interested in supervision or training in group therapy.
0449 169 626 View 0449 169 626
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Jeanette Holland
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Deakin, ACT 2600
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
(02) 6188 7462 View (02) 6188 7462

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