Trauma and PTSD Psychologists and Therapists in Chatswood, NSW

Emma Murphy
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Chatswood, NSW 2067
I am a warm and experienced clinical psychologist and I work primarily with clients experiencing anxiety and depression, phobias, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, and childhood trauma.
I prioritise a safe and strong therapeutic relationship as the basis for effective therapy. I utilise a range of therapy models depending on the needs of my client. These include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy, Somatic Therapy, mindfulness, and attachment-based approaches.
I am a warm and experienced clinical psychologist and I work primarily with clients experiencing anxiety and depression, phobias, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, and childhood trauma.
I prioritise a safe and strong therapeutic relationship as the basis for effective therapy. I utilise a range of therapy models depending on the needs of my client. These include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy, Somatic Therapy, mindfulness, and attachment-based approaches.
(02) 9100 0917 View (02) 9100 0917
Hee Zee Lu
Counsellor, PACFA
Chatswood, NSW 2067
I specialize in providing tailored outpatient psychological care that effectively addresses a range of challenges including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and support for victims and caregivers navigating difficulties.
My approach revolves around somatic psychotherapy, a gentle yet powerful method guiding clients toward self-awareness, positivity, and healing. Within a safe and neutral space, I encourage exploration, active listening, and queries to facilitate this journey.
I specialize in providing tailored outpatient psychological care that effectively addresses a range of challenges including trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and support for victims and caregivers navigating difficulties.
My approach revolves around somatic psychotherapy, a gentle yet powerful method guiding clients toward self-awareness, positivity, and healing. Within a safe and neutral space, I encourage exploration, active listening, and queries to facilitate this journey.
(02) 9100 0600 View (02) 9100 0600
Daniel He
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Chatswood, NSW 2067
Daniel is a clinical psychologist based in Chatswood on Sydney's North Shore. He understands that each individual has complex experiences that can shape difficult emotions, thoughts and behaviours. Daniel believes that having a strong therapeutic relationship and a deep understanding of an individual's life experiences can bring awareness, clarity and promote mental wellbeing. Daniel aims to work collaboratively with his client's to identify goals and to provide evidence-based therapies suited to making meaningful changes.
Daniel is a clinical psychologist based in Chatswood on Sydney's North Shore. He understands that each individual has complex experiences that can shape difficult emotions, thoughts and behaviours. Daniel believes that having a strong therapeutic relationship and a deep understanding of an individual's life experiences can bring awareness, clarity and promote mental wellbeing. Daniel aims to work collaboratively with his client's to identify goals and to provide evidence-based therapies suited to making meaningful changes.
(02) 9100 0643 View (02) 9100 0643
Andrea Haas
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Chatswood, NSW 2067
I work with complex trauma using a trauma-informed approach to process sexual, physical and emotional abuse.
I use a holistic approach centred on actions (your behaviours) and emotions (your personal and relational history of stressful events). Considering all contributing factors, you gain clarity about your problem & understand what you can do to resolve it. I provide you with practical support, clear directions & tailored tools that empower you to help yourself.
I work with complex trauma using a trauma-informed approach to process sexual, physical and emotional abuse.
I use a holistic approach centred on actions (your behaviours) and emotions (your personal and relational history of stressful events). Considering all contributing factors, you gain clarity about your problem & understand what you can do to resolve it. I provide you with practical support, clear directions & tailored tools that empower you to help yourself.
(02) 9538 7934 View (02) 9538 7934
Dr Tamara Robins
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
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.
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Alex Whyburn
Psychologist, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Chatswood, NSW 2067
I have over 25 years experience working with adults and adolescents with a wide range of clinical presentations including anxiety and depression, grief and loss, bipolar, eating disorders, trauma and personality disorders.
I have a warm style, and engage each client from a non-judgemental and strengths based perspective. I work from an attachment approach, and am skilled in a range of treatment modalities including mindfulness and cognitive behaviour therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
I have over 25 years experience working with adults and adolescents with a wide range of clinical presentations including anxiety and depression, grief and loss, bipolar, eating disorders, trauma and personality disorders.
I have a warm style, and engage each client from a non-judgemental and strengths based perspective. I work from an attachment approach, and am skilled in a range of treatment modalities including mindfulness and cognitive behaviour therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
(02) 9100 0815 View (02) 9100 0815
Brenda Felix
Counsellor, MC
Chatswood, NSW 2067
Her passion is to empower and give hope to people who are facing their unique stressful life events, such as life transition, relationship issues, developmental injuries, self-esteem, grief and loss, emotional and spiritual abuse, trauma and anxiety,
Brenda adopts an integrative, holistic and relational approach, which incorporates person-centred, emotionally focused, trauma-informed, cognitive-behavioural, mindfulness and other evidence-based therapeutic modalities. Brenda has a special interest in working with multiracial families and children of immigrants.
Her passion is to empower and give hope to people who are facing their unique stressful life events, such as life transition, relationship issues, developmental injuries, self-esteem, grief and loss, emotional and spiritual abuse, trauma and anxiety,
Brenda adopts an integrative, holistic and relational approach, which incorporates person-centred, emotionally focused, trauma-informed, cognitive-behavioural, mindfulness and other evidence-based therapeutic modalities. Brenda has a special interest in working with multiracial families and children of immigrants.
(02) 7804 4765 View (02) 7804 4765
Agnes Ka Yan Ip
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Chatswood, NSW 2067
Hi, I'm Agnes, a Clinical Psychologist working with individuals and couples on depression, anxiety, stress & burnout, trauma ( PTSD & C- PTSD), relationship conflict, and parenting difficulties.
My approach is attachment-based and trauma-informed. Drawing on EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Schema Therapy, ACT, CBT, and parts work, my goal is to offer a safe and supportive space where clients can show up exactly as they are — working through the challenges of the here and now, whilst gently exploring the wounds of the past.
Hi, I'm Agnes, a Clinical Psychologist working with individuals and couples on depression, anxiety, stress & burnout, trauma ( PTSD & C- PTSD), relationship conflict, and parenting difficulties.
My approach is attachment-based and trauma-informed. Drawing on EMDR, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Schema Therapy, ACT, CBT, and parts work, my goal is to offer a safe and supportive space where clients can show up exactly as they are — working through the challenges of the here and now, whilst gently exploring the wounds of the past.
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Kylie McIntosh
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I support adults and adolescents experiencing distress including anxiety, depression, anger, addiction, relationships, self esteem, motivation, trauma, parenting.
The therapy journey can help us understand and address distress in our lives through understanding how the past has stayed alive in our current experience. It is no longer about what happened, it is how it lives on in parts of ourselves.. "Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it" (Brene Brown). I offer a safe therapeutic environment for you to navigate and resolve the concerns and difficulties you face with gentle curiosity and mindfulness, and will support you in building self-compassion, understanding and connection, strength, self-esteem and a sense of empowerment.
I support adults and adolescents experiencing distress including anxiety, depression, anger, addiction, relationships, self esteem, motivation, trauma, parenting.
The therapy journey can help us understand and address distress in our lives through understanding how the past has stayed alive in our current experience. It is no longer about what happened, it is how it lives on in parts of ourselves.. "Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it" (Brene Brown). I offer a safe therapeutic environment for you to navigate and resolve the concerns and difficulties you face with gentle curiosity and mindfulness, and will support you in building self-compassion, understanding and connection, strength, self-esteem and a sense of empowerment.
(02) 8074 1570 View (02) 8074 1570
Elizabeth Counselling Clinic Pty Ltd
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Elizabeth is warm and non-judgmental in her practice. Elizabeth has about 15 years of counselling experience and has worked for both NGOs (Non-profit organizations) and governments to learn to treat people with different issues. Elizabeth also works as a clinical supervisor and has a passion to raise the next generation of therapists. Elizabeth is involved in different community boards to raise more awareness on some of the common mental health topics.
Elizabeth is warm and non-judgmental in her practice. Elizabeth has about 15 years of counselling experience and has worked for both NGOs (Non-profit organizations) and governments to learn to treat people with different issues. Elizabeth also works as a clinical supervisor and has a passion to raise the next generation of therapists. Elizabeth is involved in different community boards to raise more awareness on some of the common mental health topics.
(02) 8074 3828 View (02) 8074 3828
Belle Higgins
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer EMDR intensives specifically designed for betrayed partners, combining deep clinical healing with focused, trauma-informed support.
I specialize in helping women heal from partner betrayal using a trauma-informed, clinically grounded approach. With advanced training in EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic therapies, I support you to process the shock, regulate your nervous system, and rebuild your sense of self. Whether through weekly sessions or EMDR intensives.
I offer EMDR intensives specifically designed for betrayed partners, combining deep clinical healing with focused, trauma-informed support.
I specialize in helping women heal from partner betrayal using a trauma-informed, clinically grounded approach. With advanced training in EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic therapies, I support you to process the shock, regulate your nervous system, and rebuild your sense of self. Whether through weekly sessions or EMDR intensives.
(02) 8403 0210 View (02) 8403 0210
Gabriela Salabert
Psychologist, MPsych, FAPS
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Gabriela specialized in trauma work, Grief and bereavement, Couple Therapy, and Antenatal and Postnatal parental adjustments, including infertility.
Gabriela provides individual, couple. family and group therapy, supervision, consultations, and training. She facilitates Systemic Family Constellation Workshops and other clinical trainings in Grief/Loss, Attachment, Perinatal, Mental Health, and Cross-Cultural Psychology. She provides psychological assessments for legal matters
Gabriela specialized in trauma work, Grief and bereavement, Couple Therapy, and Antenatal and Postnatal parental adjustments, including infertility.
Gabriela provides individual, couple. family and group therapy, supervision, consultations, and training. She facilitates Systemic Family Constellation Workshops and other clinical trainings in Grief/Loss, Attachment, Perinatal, Mental Health, and Cross-Cultural Psychology. She provides psychological assessments for legal matters
(02) 4058 2569 View (02) 4058 2569
Phoenix Therapeutic Services
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have special interest in early attachment wounds and complex trauma.
Hi there! I work closely with clients to explore how their early attachment experiences impact their current relationship to themself and others. I help clients break negative patterns by creating emotional safety to explore the roots of their pain.
I have special interest in early attachment wounds and complex trauma.
Hi there! I work closely with clients to explore how their early attachment experiences impact their current relationship to themself and others. I help clients break negative patterns by creating emotional safety to explore the roots of their pain.
(02) 8776 3698 View (02) 8776 3698
Janet Yap
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience in supporting adults on their mental health journey. I have expertise in working with people who are experiencing challenges in coping with the stress of everyday life - whether that is in managing difficult relationships, parenting, work-related stress or general burnout and anxiety. I am also passionate about helping people break free from childhood and family dysfunction that has impacted on their capacity to live full and meaningful lives. I have particular expertise in treating adults with emotion dysregulation and unhelpful coping behaviours.
I am a clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience in supporting adults on their mental health journey. I have expertise in working with people who are experiencing challenges in coping with the stress of everyday life - whether that is in managing difficult relationships, parenting, work-related stress or general burnout and anxiety. I am also passionate about helping people break free from childhood and family dysfunction that has impacted on their capacity to live full and meaningful lives. I have particular expertise in treating adults with emotion dysregulation and unhelpful coping behaviours.
(02) 9100 0565 View (02) 9100 0565
Natalie Furniss, Clinical Psychotherapist
Psychotherapist, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
•seek change •achieve goals •learn coping skills •gain strategies • manage emotions •manage stress • remove trauma or you need help with your mental health or wellbeing please contact me to make a booking.
A very warm welcome, as I introduce myself to you. I'm originally from the UK and I have worked and lived on the North Shore for over 20 yrs. I'm a professional, clinical registered practitioner who has a genuine interest in helping others to facilitate change. I'm committed to working alongside you to help you find practical solutions & to achieve optimum results. Small steps can lead to big changes & the most significant investment you can make is with yourself, so If you're feeling stressed, overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, low motivation or suffering any other concerns, you don't have to face it on you own, please get in contact
•seek change •achieve goals •learn coping skills •gain strategies • manage emotions •manage stress • remove trauma or you need help with your mental health or wellbeing please contact me to make a booking.
A very warm welcome, as I introduce myself to you. I'm originally from the UK and I have worked and lived on the North Shore for over 20 yrs. I'm a professional, clinical registered practitioner who has a genuine interest in helping others to facilitate change. I'm committed to working alongside you to help you find practical solutions & to achieve optimum results. Small steps can lead to big changes & the most significant investment you can make is with yourself, so If you're feeling stressed, overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, low motivation or suffering any other concerns, you don't have to face it on you own, please get in contact
(02) 8073 9221 View (02) 8073 9221
Matti Lee
Counsellor, MSc, PACFA
Serves Area
Apart from relationship issues, we deal with mental health complaints including depressive mood, anxiety, grief and loss, & trauma and crisis.
"Feeling stuck?" - This is one of the most common expression for counselling clients. Innerhealth Practice has been helping clients to explore options and exercise solutions in difficult situations. I am passionate about improving health and maintaining harmonious life balance. Life is filled with challenges and joy. If you would like to try a new way of coping, you might prefer working with someone who has been professionally trained in counselling combined with the practical experience. Look no further, make a call today and be in charge of your issue. Nationally Registered & Accredited services by PACFA and ACA.
Apart from relationship issues, we deal with mental health complaints including depressive mood, anxiety, grief and loss, & trauma and crisis.
"Feeling stuck?" - This is one of the most common expression for counselling clients. Innerhealth Practice has been helping clients to explore options and exercise solutions in difficult situations. I am passionate about improving health and maintaining harmonious life balance. Life is filled with challenges and joy. If you would like to try a new way of coping, you might prefer working with someone who has been professionally trained in counselling combined with the practical experience. Look no further, make a call today and be in charge of your issue. Nationally Registered & Accredited services by PACFA and ACA.
(02) 8294 8741 View (02) 8294 8741
Sherry Li Xue
Counsellor, MC, PACFA
Online Only
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety or life transitions or trauma related to their relationships or family.
Sometimes life doesn’t unfold the way you imagined—you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what comes next. If you’re carrying that quietly, perhaps in a language that isn’t your first, you don’t have to face it alone. I understand this firsthand. I came to Australia as a migrant, studied in my second language, and built a life here—so the homesickness, the pressure, and the in-between feeling of living across two cultures aren’t just things I’ve read about. I’m a PACFA Registered Counsellor with a Master of Counselling, offering counselling in Mandarin and English for adults, migrants and international students.
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety or life transitions or trauma related to their relationships or family.
Sometimes life doesn’t unfold the way you imagined—you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what comes next. If you’re carrying that quietly, perhaps in a language that isn’t your first, you don’t have to face it alone. I understand this firsthand. I came to Australia as a migrant, studied in my second language, and built a life here—so the homesickness, the pressure, and the in-between feeling of living across two cultures aren’t just things I’ve read about. I’m a PACFA Registered Counsellor with a Master of Counselling, offering counselling in Mandarin and English for adults, migrants and international students.
(02) 7804 4005 View (02) 7804 4005
Pip Eve
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I enjoy supporting people navigating complex/developmental trauma, anxiety, depression, stress/burnout, life transitions, relationship difficulties, the mind/body connection, chronic health conditions (e.g., chronic pain, cancer, autoimmune, hormonal conditions), and during the perinatal period (fertility concerns/pregnancy/postpartum).
I work from a humanistic, trauma-informed perspective, striving to walk alongside my clients as they navigate life’s difficulties. I flexibly integrate a number of evidence-based therapies to support you. These include attachment-based therapies, schema therapy, parts work informed by internal family systems and ego-state therapy, CBT & somatic therapy.
I enjoy supporting people navigating complex/developmental trauma, anxiety, depression, stress/burnout, life transitions, relationship difficulties, the mind/body connection, chronic health conditions (e.g., chronic pain, cancer, autoimmune, hormonal conditions), and during the perinatal period (fertility concerns/pregnancy/postpartum).
I work from a humanistic, trauma-informed perspective, striving to walk alongside my clients as they navigate life’s difficulties. I flexibly integrate a number of evidence-based therapies to support you. These include attachment-based therapies, schema therapy, parts work informed by internal family systems and ego-state therapy, CBT & somatic therapy.
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Carrie Kilburn
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
I specialise in trauma therapy and couples therapy to help you to transform trauma, marriage, relationships, and self-worth.
My therapy approach has a heritage that stems from Hakomi Somatic Psychotherapy and Brainspotting Therapy. Each session is designed to help you to discover and work with the processes that unconsciously create and maintain the way you experience life and relationships. It is mindful, somatic, and intuitive.
I specialise in trauma therapy and couples therapy to help you to transform trauma, marriage, relationships, and self-worth.
My therapy approach has a heritage that stems from Hakomi Somatic Psychotherapy and Brainspotting Therapy. Each session is designed to help you to discover and work with the processes that unconsciously create and maintain the way you experience life and relationships. It is mindful, somatic, and intuitive.
0423 737 922 View 0423 737 922
Carolina Souto-Jones
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
I draw on my many years of experience in helping clients gain skills and coping mechanism to help treat and resolve anxiety, addictions, PTSD, depression as well as grief and loss.
I work with a person-centred approach, within it I pull from my years of experience in all areas of mental health. The therapeutic strategies and interventions I predominantly work with are the behaviour focused therapies of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). Above all I hold the up most importance in developing a good therapeutic relationship between client and therapist, within it a emotional bond of trust, caring and respect is created, which allows for a safe space where healing can take place.
I draw on my many years of experience in helping clients gain skills and coping mechanism to help treat and resolve anxiety, addictions, PTSD, depression as well as grief and loss.
I work with a person-centred approach, within it I pull from my years of experience in all areas of mental health. The therapeutic strategies and interventions I predominantly work with are the behaviour focused therapies of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). Above all I hold the up most importance in developing a good therapeutic relationship between client and therapist, within it a emotional bond of trust, caring and respect is created, which allows for a safe space where healing can take place.
(02) 8403 0054 View (02) 8403 0054

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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.