Trauma and PTSD Psychologists and Therapists in Australian Capital Territory
Neuro-affirming counselling in Canberra’s Inner North or anywhere in Australia online.
Things might look fine on the surface. You’re managing your myriad responsibilities but you’re perpetually exhausted, feeling adrift or unfulfilled, or your inner critic is in overdrive.
Perhaps something has shifted recently… A diagnosis. A life transition. A growing sense that the way you’ve always coped is no longer sustainable.
Counselling offers space to pause, find more self-compassion and deeper self-understanding and build a life that works for you.
Rebecca is an ACA registered counsellor with a particular interest in neurodivergence.
Neuro-affirming counselling in Canberra’s Inner North or anywhere in Australia online.
Things might look fine on the surface. You’re managing your myriad responsibilities but you’re perpetually exhausted, feeling adrift or unfulfilled, or your inner critic is in overdrive.
Perhaps something has shifted recently… A diagnosis. A life transition. A growing sense that the way you’ve always coped is no longer sustainable.
Counselling offers space to pause, find more self-compassion and deeper self-understanding and build a life that works for you.
Rebecca is an ACA registered counsellor with a particular interest in neurodivergence.
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.
When we experience uncomfortable emotions, it’s easy to let those feelings guide our choices. Often, we end up prioritising others’ needs over our own, adopting behaviours to keep everyone else happy - overthinking, people pleasing and perfectionism. These behaviour patterns can leave us feeling anxious and stressed, exhausted mentally and physically. We simply may not feel good enough. If this resonates with you, maybe it’s time to pause and consider doing things differently.
When we experience uncomfortable emotions, it’s easy to let those feelings guide our choices. Often, we end up prioritising others’ needs over our own, adopting behaviours to keep everyone else happy - overthinking, people pleasing and perfectionism. These behaviour patterns can leave us feeling anxious and stressed, exhausted mentally and physically. We simply may not feel good enough. If this resonates with you, maybe it’s time to pause and consider doing things differently.
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.
I have 12 years of experience in addiction, mental health, and trauma across Australia and the UK.
Coping rather than living? And old patterns no longer work the way they used to?
You may feel overwhelmed, lonely, disconnected, or unsure of who you are becoming. These experiences are more common than most people realise, and they often reflect a deeper internal shift or life reassessment. With over a decade of experience in mental health in Australia and the UK, I’ve seen how common these turning points are and how much relief comes from having a grounded, genuine space to talk about them.
I have 12 years of experience in addiction, mental health, and trauma across Australia and the UK.
Coping rather than living? And old patterns no longer work the way they used to?
You may feel overwhelmed, lonely, disconnected, or unsure of who you are becoming. These experiences are more common than most people realise, and they often reflect a deeper internal shift or life reassessment. With over a decade of experience in mental health in Australia and the UK, I’ve seen how common these turning points are and how much relief comes from having a grounded, genuine space to talk about them.
I offer tailored counselling by phone or video for people navigating neurological conditions and age-related cognitive changes, as well as for their adult children coping with their parents' evolving health challenges. I will collaborate with your medical professionals by providing comprehensive clinical assessments and reports. As an associate of the Parkinson's Unit, Concord Hospital, Sydney, and a former practitioner at Dementia Australia, I have clinical experience with neurodegenerative conditions. My goal is to empower you with practical coping strategies, guided meditations, and an enhanced understanding of cognitive health.
I offer tailored counselling by phone or video for people navigating neurological conditions and age-related cognitive changes, as well as for their adult children coping with their parents' evolving health challenges. I will collaborate with your medical professionals by providing comprehensive clinical assessments and reports. As an associate of the Parkinson's Unit, Concord Hospital, Sydney, and a former practitioner at Dementia Australia, I have clinical experience with neurodegenerative conditions. My goal is to empower you with practical coping strategies, guided meditations, and an enhanced understanding of cognitive health.
Julia is a client centred counsellor who offers presence, genuine engagement, and a deep understanding of core issues and childhood trauma that can lead to problems in your relationship.
Julia uses Emotionally Focussed Couples Therapy (EFCT). EFCT is an effective evidence based relationship therapy which recognises that emotions play a big part in your relationships. They show you when you feel your boundaries have been crossed, and when you feel hurt or unloved. They also show you when you feel appreciated, valued and supported.
Julia is a client centred counsellor who offers presence, genuine engagement, and a deep understanding of core issues and childhood trauma that can lead to problems in your relationship.
Julia uses Emotionally Focussed Couples Therapy (EFCT). EFCT is an effective evidence based relationship therapy which recognises that emotions play a big part in your relationships. They show you when you feel your boundaries have been crossed, and when you feel hurt or unloved. They also show you when you feel appreciated, valued and supported.
Our counselling together will be based on an integrative, trauma informed and attachment focused approach, tailored to your needs, meeting you where you are at.
I offer individual and couples counselling for mainly adult clients and with a focus on relationships, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, and phases of transition along with self-esteem and identity issues. I care deeply about my clients, their wellbeing, and progress, and provide a safe and respectful environment where you can feel supported at all times, whether we work together in person in Canberra or online.
Our counselling together will be based on an integrative, trauma informed and attachment focused approach, tailored to your needs, meeting you where you are at.
I offer individual and couples counselling for mainly adult clients and with a focus on relationships, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, and phases of transition along with self-esteem and identity issues. I care deeply about my clients, their wellbeing, and progress, and provide a safe and respectful environment where you can feel supported at all times, whether we work together in person in Canberra or online.
I specialise in working with clients one-to-one who are going through grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, relational issues, anxiety, identity and self-esteem issues.
I have training in attachment, trauma, neurodiversity affirming practice and the strength-based approach. I believe that learning is continuous and I am always engaging in professional development, to enhance my skills.
I have lived experience of grief and loss, and I am autistic and passionate about learning about neurodivergence.
I specialise in working with clients one-to-one who are going through grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, relational issues, anxiety, identity and self-esteem issues.
I have training in attachment, trauma, neurodiversity affirming practice and the strength-based approach. I believe that learning is continuous and I am always engaging in professional development, to enhance my skills.
I have lived experience of grief and loss, and I am autistic and passionate about learning about neurodivergence.
I also have experience working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns and general life stressors.
I create a relaxed, judgment-free space for clients to express themselves authentically. With a down-to-earth approach, I prioritise building a trusting therapeutic relationship and supporting change at their own pace. I work in CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema, Animal Assisted Therapy, Gender-affirming therapy and non-directive perinatal counselling.
I also have experience working with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns and general life stressors.
I create a relaxed, judgment-free space for clients to express themselves authentically. With a down-to-earth approach, I prioritise building a trusting therapeutic relationship and supporting change at their own pace. I work in CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema, Animal Assisted Therapy, Gender-affirming therapy and non-directive perinatal counselling.
I have many years of experience helping young people, adults, couples and families, who have experienced among others, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, relationship issues and intergenerational trauma.
I am a professionally trained counsellor with extensive expertise across many years in supporting individuals, couples, and families. I am a registered member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia and have also provided clinical supervision to other practising counsellors. Across my career, I have worked in diverse settings with adolescents, adults, couples, and families, helping clients navigate a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, loss and grief and others. My approach is outcome-focused, grounded in each client's unique needs, strengths, and goals.
I have many years of experience helping young people, adults, couples and families, who have experienced among others, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, relationship issues and intergenerational trauma.
I am a professionally trained counsellor with extensive expertise across many years in supporting individuals, couples, and families. I am a registered member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia and have also provided clinical supervision to other practising counsellors. Across my career, I have worked in diverse settings with adolescents, adults, couples, and families, helping clients navigate a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, like anxiety, depression, self-esteem, loss and grief and others. My approach is outcome-focused, grounded in each client's unique needs, strengths, and goals.
I provide kind and compassionate trauma-informed, strengths-based, person-centred care that aims to empower individuals.
An introductory phone call is available to answer any questions you might have and to discuss your individual needs.
I provide kind and compassionate trauma-informed, strengths-based, person-centred care that aims to empower individuals.
An introductory phone call is available to answer any questions you might have and to discuss your individual needs.
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes?
Our approach is highly collaborative and we value building strong therapeutic alliances to support people in making meaningful changes and achieve their goals. We implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding among our clients and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations.
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes?
Our approach is highly collaborative and we value building strong therapeutic alliances to support people in making meaningful changes and achieve their goals. We implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding among our clients and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations.
Offering weekend in person and weekday telehealth appointments, with current availability for new clients. Medicare, DVA and private health rebates available. I understand the courage it takes to reach out for support and I aim to create a warm and compassionate space where people feel safe and comfortable being themselves. I enjoy working collaboratively with people on issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem and assertiveness. Life throws all sorts of challenges our way and I look forward to helping you navigate them and realise your own strengths and potential.
Offering weekend in person and weekday telehealth appointments, with current availability for new clients. Medicare, DVA and private health rebates available. I understand the courage it takes to reach out for support and I aim to create a warm and compassionate space where people feel safe and comfortable being themselves. I enjoy working collaboratively with people on issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem and assertiveness. Life throws all sorts of challenges our way and I look forward to helping you navigate them and realise your own strengths and potential.
I work with many clients who have experienced some form of trauma in their lives.
I am an experienced clinical psychologist and enjoy working with people who are experiencing broad range of issues. Stress, anxiety and depression are common experiences and for many people therapy gives them the tools to regain balance and a healthy approach to life.
I work with many clients who have experienced some form of trauma in their lives.
I am an experienced clinical psychologist and enjoy working with people who are experiencing broad range of issues. Stress, anxiety and depression are common experiences and for many people therapy gives them the tools to regain balance and a healthy approach to life.
I've worked extensively with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma and life stressors.
I primarily work from an Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Schema Therapy basis, focused on helping individuals to participate in, and work with, their unique experiences. I also utilise Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solutions Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. Above all, the most important part of my work is creating a safe space for you.
I've worked extensively with clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma and life stressors.
I primarily work from an Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Schema Therapy basis, focused on helping individuals to participate in, and work with, their unique experiences. I also utilise Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solutions Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. Above all, the most important part of my work is creating a safe space for you.
For trauma focused work, EMDR is the preferred approach.
Becoming a parent, or hoping to become one, can be both exciting and overwhelming, and sometimes an experience of loss and disappointment. Even when there are happy moments, it’s normal to also feel uncertain, stretched, or like some things are out of your control. Many parents/parents-to-be, feel pressure to look like they have it all together, while privately struggling with sleep disruption, anxiety, low mood, grief and loss, relationship changes, or a sense of losing themselves.
For trauma focused work, EMDR is the preferred approach.
Becoming a parent, or hoping to become one, can be both exciting and overwhelming, and sometimes an experience of loss and disappointment. Even when there are happy moments, it’s normal to also feel uncertain, stretched, or like some things are out of your control. Many parents/parents-to-be, feel pressure to look like they have it all together, while privately struggling with sleep disruption, anxiety, low mood, grief and loss, relationship changes, or a sense of losing themselves.
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.
Or it might be exploring strategies relating to anxiety, depression, trauma, work, relationships or other things that are presenting as obstacles in your life.
I primarily work with individuals and couples and am very experienced at working with neurodivergent people, especially Autistics and ADHDers, including couples that have a NT/ND relationship. I also work with trauma, taking an integrative approach to help you address trauma.
Or it might be exploring strategies relating to anxiety, depression, trauma, work, relationships or other things that are presenting as obstacles in your life.
I primarily work with individuals and couples and am very experienced at working with neurodivergent people, especially Autistics and ADHDers, including couples that have a NT/ND relationship. I also work with trauma, taking an integrative approach to help you address trauma.
Compassion and kindness are the heart of what we do, and these are my core values in our time together. Having developed in the world of high-performance psychology, my clients are often professionals, parents, or young people, feeling stressed, anxious, or simply worn down or exhausted: including athletes and coaches. Whether it involves navigating the demands of life, work, or sport; bouncing back from injuries and setbacks; or staying sustainable in a stressful and demanding world, that is where I help. People working with me find a space to make sense of things, and move forward with clarity, purpose, and confidence.
Compassion and kindness are the heart of what we do, and these are my core values in our time together. Having developed in the world of high-performance psychology, my clients are often professionals, parents, or young people, feeling stressed, anxious, or simply worn down or exhausted: including athletes and coaches. Whether it involves navigating the demands of life, work, or sport; bouncing back from injuries and setbacks; or staying sustainable in a stressful and demanding world, that is where I help. People working with me find a space to make sense of things, and move forward with clarity, purpose, and confidence.
