Trauma and PTSD Psychologists and Therapists in Artarmon, NSW
“I believe that every individual will experience challenges throughout their lives and that those experiences can shape the way a person can feel, think and behave with the world around them and in their interpersonal relationships. Often we attempt to protect ourselves from feeling difficult emotions through behaving in a way that is taking us away from living the life we want. I believe that building a deep understanding and connection to the core of our emotional experience can provide understanding and clarity to promote emotional and behavioural change and mental wellbeing.”
“I believe that every individual will experience challenges throughout their lives and that those experiences can shape the way a person can feel, think and behave with the world around them and in their interpersonal relationships. Often we attempt to protect ourselves from feeling difficult emotions through behaving in a way that is taking us away from living the life we want. I believe that building a deep understanding and connection to the core of our emotional experience can provide understanding and clarity to promote emotional and behavioural change and mental wellbeing.”
I'm a Clinical Psychologist (she/her) based in St Leonards, passionate about supporting teenagers and adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and low self-worth.
I have experience supporting young people and families through roles in youth work, support work, and child protection. I've provided therapy in university clinics, Headspace, and private practice. Alongside clinical work, I’ve also taught in psychology programs at ACAP and Macquarie University.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist (she/her) based in St Leonards, passionate about supporting teenagers and adults through trauma, anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and low self-worth.
I have experience supporting young people and families through roles in youth work, support work, and child protection. I've provided therapy in university clinics, Headspace, and private practice. Alongside clinical work, I’ve also taught in psychology programs at ACAP and Macquarie University.
I enjoy working with teens 15+ and adults to build meaning and purpose in life and help navigate challenges such as anxiety, OCD, depression, work, study and parenting stress and burnout, PTSD and complex trauma.
I am a genuine and caring therapist with many years of experience. I am trained in evidence based therapies including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, mindfulness based therapy, self compassion and trauma informed therapy. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them move into building thriving and enjoyment in life.
I enjoy working with teens 15+ and adults to build meaning and purpose in life and help navigate challenges such as anxiety, OCD, depression, work, study and parenting stress and burnout, PTSD and complex trauma.
I am a genuine and caring therapist with many years of experience. I am trained in evidence based therapies including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, mindfulness based therapy, self compassion and trauma informed therapy. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them move into building thriving and enjoyment in life.
I have experience in Mood Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, PTSD, Trauma, Psychotic Disorders, Anger Management, Relationship Counselling, and Stress Management.
I enjoy connecting with a diverse range of clients from a variety of backgrounds. I use a strengths based approach to support people achieve their goals.
I have experience in Mood Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, PTSD, Trauma, Psychotic Disorders, Anger Management, Relationship Counselling, and Stress Management.
I enjoy connecting with a diverse range of clients from a variety of backgrounds. I use a strengths based approach to support people achieve their goals.
My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and practical, grounded in real connection and a strengths-based lens.
I support children, adolescents, adults, and parents with anxiety, emotional regulation, overwhelm, and life transitions. My work is trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and practical, helping people understand what’s beneath distress, build coping skills, and feel more confident and connected in everyday life.
My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and practical, grounded in real connection and a strengths-based lens.
I support children, adolescents, adults, and parents with anxiety, emotional regulation, overwhelm, and life transitions. My work is trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and practical, helping people understand what’s beneath distress, build coping skills, and feel more confident and connected in everyday life.
From collaborating with different people through therapy over the years, I have noticed that even everyday people feel the effects of modern life on their mental health. This is because modern life comes with a lot of complexity and demands. Today, people pursue a combination of identity, lifestyle, fulfilment, achievement, supportive relationships, a work-life balance, financial gain, career progression, a bigger world purpose, and more. The pursuit is wonderful, however navigating these demands can strain our mental health over time.
From collaborating with different people through therapy over the years, I have noticed that even everyday people feel the effects of modern life on their mental health. This is because modern life comes with a lot of complexity and demands. Today, people pursue a combination of identity, lifestyle, fulfilment, achievement, supportive relationships, a work-life balance, financial gain, career progression, a bigger world purpose, and more. The pursuit is wonderful, however navigating these demands can strain our mental health over time.
I’m a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapist who works from an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens.
My approach is gentle, experiential, and deeply affirming. I bring over two decades of lived experience as a mother of six and a late-diagnosed neurodivergent woman. I offer creative, experiential therapies that make space for what can’t easily be spoken, but still longs to be seen.
I’m a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapist who works from an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens.
My approach is gentle, experiential, and deeply affirming. I bring over two decades of lived experience as a mother of six and a late-diagnosed neurodivergent woman. I offer creative, experiential therapies that make space for what can’t easily be spoken, but still longs to be seen.
I blend clinical insight with trauma-informed, body-based therapies to support nervous system healing and emotional resilience.
Gentle, body-based therapy to help you feel safer, calmer, and more connected.
You might feel anxious, disconnected, overwhelmed—or like you’re holding it all together but never quite landing. Maybe your body feels tense or shut down. Maybe you long for more ease, more self-trust, or simply a space where you don’t have to work so hard to be okay. Whether you’re new to therapy or looking for a deeper, more embodied approach, you’re welcome here. Together, we move gently—toward safety, connection, and change that lasts.
I blend clinical insight with trauma-informed, body-based therapies to support nervous system healing and emotional resilience.
Gentle, body-based therapy to help you feel safer, calmer, and more connected.
You might feel anxious, disconnected, overwhelmed—or like you’re holding it all together but never quite landing. Maybe your body feels tense or shut down. Maybe you long for more ease, more self-trust, or simply a space where you don’t have to work so hard to be okay. Whether you’re new to therapy or looking for a deeper, more embodied approach, you’re welcome here. Together, we move gently—toward safety, connection, and change that lasts.
I offer trauma informed, evidence-based counselling and psychotherapy for teenagers and adults struggling with anxiety, stress or depression.
I help teens and adults overcome anxiety, stress, depression and burnout to re-engage with a richer, more rewarding life. I tailor my approach and environment to suit my clients' unique needs. I have worked with teenagers for many years, and I help clients of all ages build on their strengths and embrace positive change.
I offer trauma informed, evidence-based counselling and psychotherapy for teenagers and adults struggling with anxiety, stress or depression.
I help teens and adults overcome anxiety, stress, depression and burnout to re-engage with a richer, more rewarding life. I tailor my approach and environment to suit my clients' unique needs. I have worked with teenagers for many years, and I help clients of all ages build on their strengths and embrace positive change.
Counselling approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, utilising evidence-based therapy with people who are experiencing relationship issues, are stressed, grieving, or experiencing mental health concerns.
Jennifer uses a person-centred trauma-informed approach to therapy, integrative in approach, drawing on modalities that resonate with her clients; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Gottman's Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Counselling approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, utilising evidence-based therapy with people who are experiencing relationship issues, are stressed, grieving, or experiencing mental health concerns.
Jennifer uses a person-centred trauma-informed approach to therapy, integrative in approach, drawing on modalities that resonate with her clients; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Gottman's Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Do you feel that past traumas and negative life experiences have left you feeling unsafe and having unhealthy beliefs about yourself?
Erica focuses on the use of trauma-informed therapy and a neurodivergent-affirming perspective to support clients who would like to process and heal from past traumatic events, but have not had success with traditional talk therapy. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), an evidenced-based therapy for trauma processing.
Do you feel that past traumas and negative life experiences have left you feeling unsafe and having unhealthy beliefs about yourself?
Erica focuses on the use of trauma-informed therapy and a neurodivergent-affirming perspective to support clients who would like to process and heal from past traumatic events, but have not had success with traditional talk therapy. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), an evidenced-based therapy for trauma processing.
These commonly include Anxiety, Depression, Addictions and Trauma, as well as difficulties related to Identity, Self-Esteem, Relationships, and Emotion Regulation.
At the heart of my work is a collaborative relationship that supports exploration and growth. I take an integrative, depth-oriented and evidence-based approach, blending elements of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, EMDR, Schema Therapy, CBT and DBT to fit each person's needs and address both current symptoms and their underlying causes.
These commonly include Anxiety, Depression, Addictions and Trauma, as well as difficulties related to Identity, Self-Esteem, Relationships, and Emotion Regulation.
At the heart of my work is a collaborative relationship that supports exploration and growth. I take an integrative, depth-oriented and evidence-based approach, blending elements of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, EMDR, Schema Therapy, CBT and DBT to fit each person's needs and address both current symptoms and their underlying causes.
I also provide trauma responsive care.
I use a wide range of therapeutic techniques to help clients explore their emotions, thoughts and behaviours and develop greater personal awareness. Being trauma sensitive and by focusing on strengths, clients develop strategies and skills to handle difficult situations and become empowered to take action and implement solutions that feel authentic to them.
I also provide trauma responsive care.
I use a wide range of therapeutic techniques to help clients explore their emotions, thoughts and behaviours and develop greater personal awareness. Being trauma sensitive and by focusing on strengths, clients develop strategies and skills to handle difficult situations and become empowered to take action and implement solutions that feel authentic to them.
Im also specialised on trauma work including Intergenerational trauma, Grief, Loss and Bereavement and Antenatal and Postnatal parental adjustments.
Gabriela provides individual, couple. family and group therapy, supervision, consultations and training. She is a facilitator of Systemic Family Constellation Workshops and other clinical trainings for Grief/Loss Attachment, Perinatal and Mental Health and Cross Cultural Psycholgy I also provide psychological assessments for legal matters
Im also specialised on trauma work including Intergenerational trauma, Grief, Loss and Bereavement and Antenatal and Postnatal parental adjustments.
Gabriela provides individual, couple. family and group therapy, supervision, consultations and training. She is a facilitator of Systemic Family Constellation Workshops and other clinical trainings for Grief/Loss Attachment, Perinatal and Mental Health and Cross Cultural Psycholgy I also provide psychological assessments for legal matters
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I support clients who are experiencing chronic stress, long standing anxiety or depression, relationship challenges, attachment or trauma related difficulties, going through difficult transitions, complex trauma or postnatal depression/anxiety.
I have worked as a psychologist for 20 years with clients in various settings – forensic, education and private practice. As my practice has developed, I have increasingly been drawn to working in a more holistic manner, incorporating the mind and body into a whole of person intervention.
I support clients who are experiencing chronic stress, long standing anxiety or depression, relationship challenges, attachment or trauma related difficulties, going through difficult transitions, complex trauma or postnatal depression/anxiety.
I have worked as a psychologist for 20 years with clients in various settings – forensic, education and private practice. As my practice has developed, I have increasingly been drawn to working in a more holistic manner, incorporating the mind and body into a whole of person intervention.
Jennifer Lalor Somatic Psychotherapy/EMDR
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Whatever your situation, I know you are a unique individual with your own blend of needs. I create a non-judgemental space for you to explore whatever has brought you to seek my support and I can help you discover the next steps for your life.
Whatever your situation, I know you are a unique individual with your own blend of needs. I create a non-judgemental space for you to explore whatever has brought you to seek my support and I can help you discover the next steps for your life.
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 struggling with any addictive behaviours, (or have concerns about a partner/family member) please reach out for non-judgemental support. Or if you are concerned about anxiety, depression, experiencing loss or are impacted by trauma, I can help. I am an approved counsellor with Victims Services NSW and a PACFA Clinical Supervisor.
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 struggling with any addictive behaviours, (or have concerns about a partner/family member) please reach out for non-judgemental support. Or if you are concerned about anxiety, depression, experiencing loss or are impacted by trauma, I can help. I am an approved counsellor with Victims Services NSW and a PACFA Clinical Supervisor.
I offer trauma-informed therapeutic, educational and consulting services, both online and face-to-face.
Alongside general counselling, I offer support and training in: Intimacy, pleasure, sexual pain, dysfunction, libido concerns, trauma recovery, domestic violence support, gender and sexual identity, LGBTQIA+ advocacy, neurodiversity & sexuality, disability & sexuality, ethical non-monogamy, infidelity, kink, porn addiction, resource development & training.
I offer trauma-informed therapeutic, educational and consulting services, both online and face-to-face.
Alongside general counselling, I offer support and training in: Intimacy, pleasure, sexual pain, dysfunction, libido concerns, trauma recovery, domestic violence support, gender and sexual identity, LGBTQIA+ advocacy, neurodiversity & sexuality, disability & sexuality, ethical non-monogamy, infidelity, kink, porn addiction, resource development & training.
This approach includes assisting people to clarify what matters most through reflection and open self expression She has a keen interest in working with people suffering from depression, anxiety, loss/grief, adjustment issues and childhood trauma.
Somatic therapy allows expression and processing of old wounds to be released in a safe environment. Louise has worked in mental health since 1980 with broad training to assist each clients needs. The Mind Body connection is honoured via integration and connectivity to the real self and assists natural pulsation to be restored to the body.
This approach includes assisting people to clarify what matters most through reflection and open self expression She has a keen interest in working with people suffering from depression, anxiety, loss/grief, adjustment issues and childhood trauma.
Somatic therapy allows expression and processing of old wounds to be released in a safe environment. Louise has worked in mental health since 1980 with broad training to assist each clients needs. The Mind Body connection is honoured via integration and connectivity to the real self and assists natural pulsation to be restored to the body.
Nearby Trauma and PTSD Therapists Searches for Artarmon
- Cammeray
- Chatswood
- Crows Nest
- Greenwich
- Hunters Hill
- Lane Cove
- Naremburn
- North Sydney
- Northbridge
- St Leonards
- Willoughby
- Wollstonecraft
Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.