Trauma Focused Psychologists and Therapists in Bangor, NSW
Michelle’s professional skills and life experience allows her to be approachable, knowledgeable and understanding with her clients. With extensive experience across a broad range of concerns and diverse backgrounds, Michelle provides her clients a safe open space to explore challenges, supporting clients to investigate possible areas where understanding and adjustment can bring about positive growth and greater wellbeing. Taking NDIS clients (unregistered provider)
Michelle’s professional skills and life experience allows her to be approachable, knowledgeable and understanding with her clients. With extensive experience across a broad range of concerns and diverse backgrounds, Michelle provides her clients a safe open space to explore challenges, supporting clients to investigate possible areas where understanding and adjustment can bring about positive growth and greater wellbeing. Taking NDIS clients (unregistered provider)
You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or carrying the weight of past experiences that are difficult to make sense of. This could show up as anxiety, low mood, emotional reactivity, or a sense that something isn't quite right. Perhaps you've been coping for a long time but want more than just getting by. Many people I work with are seeking clarity, relief, and a greater sense of peace. They want to move forward without the past continuing to shape how they feel or function.
You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or carrying the weight of past experiences that are difficult to make sense of. This could show up as anxiety, low mood, emotional reactivity, or a sense that something isn't quite right. Perhaps you've been coping for a long time but want more than just getting by. Many people I work with are seeking clarity, relief, and a greater sense of peace. They want to move forward without the past continuing to shape how they feel or function.
Vanessa is a Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Counsellor. Vanessa is known for her empathetic approach and desire to empower clients, so they can make positive changes in line with their values. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. She has worked with people from diverse backgrounds and of all ages. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. Vanessa is also a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and a Certified RO-DBT Practitioner.
Vanessa is a Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Counsellor. Vanessa is known for her empathetic approach and desire to empower clients, so they can make positive changes in line with their values. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. She has worked with people from diverse backgrounds and of all ages. Her calm and caring nature allows her to build trust even with the most resistant clients. Vanessa is also a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and a Certified RO-DBT Practitioner.
I'm a registered psychologist who is passionate about ensuring my clients feel heard, validated, and respected, whilst empowering them to utilise their strengths and make changes to achieve a more fulfilling life. I have a gentle therapeutic style and work collaboratively, tailoring my treatment specifically for every client.
I'm a registered psychologist who is passionate about ensuring my clients feel heard, validated, and respected, whilst empowering them to utilise their strengths and make changes to achieve a more fulfilling life. I have a gentle therapeutic style and work collaboratively, tailoring my treatment specifically for every client.
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A private psychology practice of principal psychologist and bestselling author, Milan Ljubincic. Our practice is well-suited for clients seeking deeper exploration of their mental health challenges including complex trauma, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and workplace stress.
A private psychology practice of principal psychologist and bestselling author, Milan Ljubincic. Our practice is well-suited for clients seeking deeper exploration of their mental health challenges including complex trauma, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and workplace stress.
Hi, my name is Jade! I’m a counsellor who values vulnerability, honesty and real conversations in a completely judgement-free space. I support clients with anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma and life transitions. I take a grounded, conversational approach so you feel genuinely understood. I have offices around Sydney and offer telehealth appointments throughout the week too. Reaching out can feel daunting, so you’re welcome to call or email with any questions—I also offer a free 15-minute phone consult so you can see if we connect.
Hi, my name is Jade! I’m a counsellor who values vulnerability, honesty and real conversations in a completely judgement-free space. I support clients with anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma and life transitions. I take a grounded, conversational approach so you feel genuinely understood. I have offices around Sydney and offer telehealth appointments throughout the week too. Reaching out can feel daunting, so you’re welcome to call or email with any questions—I also offer a free 15-minute phone consult so you can see if we connect.
Deborah practices from a client-centered approach, emphasising the importance of building a therapeutic relationship. Building a collaborate, safe and therapeutic relationship with her clients is important to Deborah. She believes by empowering her clients to choose the direction of their therapy and have agency during the process they are able to reach their potential. Her diverse training and experience allows her to create a safe and trusting space for clients to work through their issues
Deborah practices from a client-centered approach, emphasising the importance of building a therapeutic relationship. Building a collaborate, safe and therapeutic relationship with her clients is important to Deborah. She believes by empowering her clients to choose the direction of their therapy and have agency during the process they are able to reach their potential. Her diverse training and experience allows her to create a safe and trusting space for clients to work through their issues
I’m Stephen O’Malley, a registered psychologist with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and couples move beyond conflict, disconnection, and self-doubt. I provide a supportive space to explore emotions, strengthen communication, and rebuild trust using approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy and Imago Relationship Therapy. My goal is to help you create healthier relationships and a more fulfilling life.
I’m Stephen O’Malley, a registered psychologist with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and couples move beyond conflict, disconnection, and self-doubt. I provide a supportive space to explore emotions, strengthen communication, and rebuild trust using approaches like Emotionally Focused Therapy and Imago Relationship Therapy. My goal is to help you create healthier relationships and a more fulfilling life.
My ideal client is an adult who is struggling and trying to understand themselves deeply in order to change. They’re searching for a safe, compassionate space to understand their reactions - reactions that they don't like or feel ashamed sometimes. They need evidence‑based, neuroscience‑informed support to regulate their nervous system, reconnect with their inner parts, and rebuild trust in themselves. Their goal is to move from pain and reactivity to intentional living—reclaiming their narrative and experiencing deeper connection and purpose. They are open to somatic work, not only cognitive therapy.
My ideal client is an adult who is struggling and trying to understand themselves deeply in order to change. They’re searching for a safe, compassionate space to understand their reactions - reactions that they don't like or feel ashamed sometimes. They need evidence‑based, neuroscience‑informed support to regulate their nervous system, reconnect with their inner parts, and rebuild trust in themselves. Their goal is to move from pain and reactivity to intentional living—reclaiming their narrative and experiencing deeper connection and purpose. They are open to somatic work, not only cognitive therapy.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, tired, hopeless or lacking joy; like your emotions are uncontrollable or that they do not match with reality; that your worry is getting out of hand or that there is no longer any point, then it might be a good time to seek some support. We are social creatures, and despite what our modern society might have us believe, we all need human connection to function. Seeking support is a huge sign of strength – the strength to actually reach out and let someone in, in order to start the healing process. If you can relate to this or if you have set yourself a personal development goal please reach out.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, tired, hopeless or lacking joy; like your emotions are uncontrollable or that they do not match with reality; that your worry is getting out of hand or that there is no longer any point, then it might be a good time to seek some support. We are social creatures, and despite what our modern society might have us believe, we all need human connection to function. Seeking support is a huge sign of strength – the strength to actually reach out and let someone in, in order to start the healing process. If you can relate to this or if you have set yourself a personal development goal please reach out.
I am guided by the idea that we all have an inner wisdom and innate abilities of self-leadership, but sometimes we can become stuck in self-limiting patterns, thoughts, beliefs, and behaviours.
Furthermore, at different times in our lives many of us will be faced with a mental health issue or major life challenge such as death and other losses, mental or physical health concerns, substantial change, work stress and relationship conflict. In these types of situations, we can benefit from working with a trained professional to help navigate through, find new solutions and increase self-awareness and wellbeing.
I am guided by the idea that we all have an inner wisdom and innate abilities of self-leadership, but sometimes we can become stuck in self-limiting patterns, thoughts, beliefs, and behaviours.
Furthermore, at different times in our lives many of us will be faced with a mental health issue or major life challenge such as death and other losses, mental or physical health concerns, substantial change, work stress and relationship conflict. In these types of situations, we can benefit from working with a trained professional to help navigate through, find new solutions and increase self-awareness and wellbeing.
Hi my name is Sally. How would you like your therapy journey to be? I’m an experienced trauma therapist working with individuals, couples, and families across diverse life experiences. My international work with varied communities has shaped a culturally sensitive, compassionate approach. You will find a professional and supportive space where you can safely explore challenges and create meaningful, lasting change. I work with complex traumas, childhood adverse experience, sexual assault and sexual issues, one off events of rupture or multiple traumas. Been in therapy for long periods of time, and nothing seems to fully work?
Hi my name is Sally. How would you like your therapy journey to be? I’m an experienced trauma therapist working with individuals, couples, and families across diverse life experiences. My international work with varied communities has shaped a culturally sensitive, compassionate approach. You will find a professional and supportive space where you can safely explore challenges and create meaningful, lasting change. I work with complex traumas, childhood adverse experience, sexual assault and sexual issues, one off events of rupture or multiple traumas. Been in therapy for long periods of time, and nothing seems to fully work?
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, overwhelm or past trauma? Do you want to deepen your self-awareness, explore challenges or behaviours that are holding you back from achieving your goals? Maybe you are transitioning to another life stage and feel lost.
I offer a respectful, safe, supportive, non-judgemental space to explore your concerns; I bring 15 years experience, and personal character strengths of Love, Kindness, Honesty, Creativity and Humour.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, overwhelm or past trauma? Do you want to deepen your self-awareness, explore challenges or behaviours that are holding you back from achieving your goals? Maybe you are transitioning to another life stage and feel lost.
I offer a respectful, safe, supportive, non-judgemental space to explore your concerns; I bring 15 years experience, and personal character strengths of Love, Kindness, Honesty, Creativity and Humour.
Lana brings a rich and integrative skill set to her therapeutic work, drawing from both evidence-based psychological approaches & creative, embodied practices. Her training in Social Work provides a strong foundation in trauma-informed, relational, and systemic practice, enabling her to support individuals, couples, and families with sensitivity to the broader contexts of their lives.Through her Masters in Drama and Movement Therapy, Lana incorporates creative and body-based methods that help clients access emotions, memories, and insights that may be difficult to express through words alone.
Lana brings a rich and integrative skill set to her therapeutic work, drawing from both evidence-based psychological approaches & creative, embodied practices. Her training in Social Work provides a strong foundation in trauma-informed, relational, and systemic practice, enabling her to support individuals, couples, and families with sensitivity to the broader contexts of their lives.Through her Masters in Drama and Movement Therapy, Lana incorporates creative and body-based methods that help clients access emotions, memories, and insights that may be difficult to express through words alone.
Are you feeling worried, confused, or overwhelmed about your child’s emotional wellbeing, or struggling with the intense transitions of early parenthood? Maybe you've been trying your hardest every day, yet nothing seems to make a lasting difference. As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker holding a Master of Couple and Family Therapy, I provide compassionate, holistic care from conception to age 12 in Liverpool. Backed by over 20 years of experience, I focus on restoring safety and regulation to your family's nervous system so behaviour, confidence, and connection can naturally shift. Medicare rebates available.
Are you feeling worried, confused, or overwhelmed about your child’s emotional wellbeing, or struggling with the intense transitions of early parenthood? Maybe you've been trying your hardest every day, yet nothing seems to make a lasting difference. As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker holding a Master of Couple and Family Therapy, I provide compassionate, holistic care from conception to age 12 in Liverpool. Backed by over 20 years of experience, I focus on restoring safety and regulation to your family's nervous system so behaviour, confidence, and connection can naturally shift. Medicare rebates available.
I work with couples, families, adults, parents and adolescents in a calm space outside of everyday pressures. People often come to me because their relationships are triggering emotional pain and they feel lost. Therapy is about finding new ways to think and relate to your problems and act accordingly. Change can come about when you become less reactive and get more thoughtful. With the assistance of a neutral person (therapist) you can grow yourself and find ways to manage what previously felt impossible to tolerate in both yourself and your relationships.
I work with couples, families, adults, parents and adolescents in a calm space outside of everyday pressures. People often come to me because their relationships are triggering emotional pain and they feel lost. Therapy is about finding new ways to think and relate to your problems and act accordingly. Change can come about when you become less reactive and get more thoughtful. With the assistance of a neutral person (therapist) you can grow yourself and find ways to manage what previously felt impossible to tolerate in both yourself and your relationships.
Sonia Milohanic - Somatic Certified IFS Therapist
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for you to connect to your inner world. We tune into the wisdom of the body, bringing curiosity and compassion to the different, often conflicted, 'parts' of you inside. I am a Certified Level 3 Internal Family Systems ('IFS') therapist and the first Australian clinically trained in Somatic IFS. I am also a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, an IFS Institute Approved Clinical Consultant and Program Assistant and am on the Somatic IFS staff. I am also a have additional training in Somatic Resilience & Regulation, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (L1), and am a PACFA accredited Supervisor.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for you to connect to your inner world. We tune into the wisdom of the body, bringing curiosity and compassion to the different, often conflicted, 'parts' of you inside. I am a Certified Level 3 Internal Family Systems ('IFS') therapist and the first Australian clinically trained in Somatic IFS. I am also a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, an IFS Institute Approved Clinical Consultant and Program Assistant and am on the Somatic IFS staff. I am also a have additional training in Somatic Resilience & Regulation, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (L1), and am a PACFA accredited Supervisor.
Offering 10 session individualised DBT programs and EMDR.
Offering 10 session individualised DBT programs and EMDR.
Hi, I'm Caroni
I started as a Rehabilitation Consultant within the Workers Compensation, CTP, and Life Insurance sectors over 12 years ago but always felt drawn to psychology. Now I share what works best and applying evidence-based methods to support recovery and wellbeing....
Hi, I'm Caroni
I started as a Rehabilitation Consultant within the Workers Compensation, CTP, and Life Insurance sectors over 12 years ago but always felt drawn to psychology. Now I share what works best and applying evidence-based methods to support recovery and wellbeing....
Petroula Quinn is a Psychologist, a certified EMDR Accredited Practitioner, and the founder of ‘Sillow Psychology’ - a Mental Health and Trauma Recovery service, providing psychology consultations to adults struggling with a range of issues, from general anxiety to deep trauma.
Petroula has a special interest in the treatment of trauma and helping clients heal from past wounding. She helps guide clients to understand what has shaped them to operate or respond in certain ways and to change unhelpful patterns. She is passionate about helping people heal from adverse life experiences and achieve internal peace.
Petroula Quinn is a Psychologist, a certified EMDR Accredited Practitioner, and the founder of ‘Sillow Psychology’ - a Mental Health and Trauma Recovery service, providing psychology consultations to adults struggling with a range of issues, from general anxiety to deep trauma.
Petroula has a special interest in the treatment of trauma and helping clients heal from past wounding. She helps guide clients to understand what has shaped them to operate or respond in certain ways and to change unhelpful patterns. She is passionate about helping people heal from adverse life experiences and achieve internal peace.