Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Forster, NSW

I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
Welcome to a safe space to contemplate the tougher issues of life. Feeling stressed, sad or overwhelmed? Counselling is an individual experience and speaking to someone about what is concerning you can be a very difficult decision. I am here to listen to you in a supportive, nonjudgmental, and caring environment.
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
Welcome to a safe space to contemplate the tougher issues of life. Feeling stressed, sad or overwhelmed? Counselling is an individual experience and speaking to someone about what is concerning you can be a very difficult decision. I am here to listen to you in a supportive, nonjudgmental, and caring environment.

I am a counsellor, coach and trainer based in Sydney, Australia. I have 19 years of clinical experience assisting families, couples, individuals, adolescents and children. I am Lead Trainer for Relationships Australia Professional Training (RAPT) and train for ACAP and Uniting. Why should you choose to see me? I find the most satisfying part of my work has been watching people understand their underlying issues and grow to understand how to care for themselves and to make deeper connections with their partners and families.
I am a counsellor, coach and trainer based in Sydney, Australia. I have 19 years of clinical experience assisting families, couples, individuals, adolescents and children. I am Lead Trainer for Relationships Australia Professional Training (RAPT) and train for ACAP and Uniting. Why should you choose to see me? I find the most satisfying part of my work has been watching people understand their underlying issues and grow to understand how to care for themselves and to make deeper connections with their partners and families.

The one constant we all share, regardless of our gender, wealth, race, location or religious beliefs is that we will spend our life in our body. This will also be one of the most confronting, challenging and potentially beautiful relationships we'll ever experience. Can we fully embrace our body? Can we come to terms with the social and cultural factors surrounding our body and, when the time comes to leave our body, will we do so with love and gratitude for how it helped us to connect with ourselves and others? Let's explore those questions together.
The one constant we all share, regardless of our gender, wealth, race, location or religious beliefs is that we will spend our life in our body. This will also be one of the most confronting, challenging and potentially beautiful relationships we'll ever experience. Can we fully embrace our body? Can we come to terms with the social and cultural factors surrounding our body and, when the time comes to leave our body, will we do so with love and gratitude for how it helped us to connect with ourselves and others? Let's explore those questions together.
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Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorder, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, work related issues (Workcover accredited psych), life coaching, relationship matters, family mediation, court and legal reports and the teaching of parenting skills.
I bring a wealth of life experience to clients that incorporate having worked with children, parents and teachers as a School Counsellor/Psychologist and in private practice across the life span. I have also experience working with kids and adults dealing with Gender Dysphoria, Aspergers, ADHD, ADD,ODD, challenging behaviours and intellectual disabilities.
Issues treated (but not limited to) include; anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, school issues, suicidal thinking, personality disorder, anger management, gender transitioning, self-harm, grief and loss, work related issues (Workcover accredited psych), life coaching, relationship matters, family mediation, court and legal reports and the teaching of parenting skills.
I bring a wealth of life experience to clients that incorporate having worked with children, parents and teachers as a School Counsellor/Psychologist and in private practice across the life span. I have also experience working with kids and adults dealing with Gender Dysphoria, Aspergers, ADHD, ADD,ODD, challenging behaviours and intellectual disabilities.

Treatment often needs to be trauma informed and we offer EMDR therapy, CBT and gold standard psychometric assessment when requested.
There are times in life when we are not at our best. We find ourselves without the energy and insight into how to make it right again. Your psychologist will work with you in a safe and respectful way, helping you to reconnect with inner resources and values that will enable you to make meaning of your life journey and once more step forward with purpose and enjoyment.
Treatment often needs to be trauma informed and we offer EMDR therapy, CBT and gold standard psychometric assessment when requested.
There are times in life when we are not at our best. We find ourselves without the energy and insight into how to make it right again. Your psychologist will work with you in a safe and respectful way, helping you to reconnect with inner resources and values that will enable you to make meaning of your life journey and once more step forward with purpose and enjoyment.

I also have completed many hours of training in various modalities including but not limited to DDP, SPI, Neurodevelopmental Trauma, Narrative therapy, Attachment.
My name is Jamie and I have supported children, young people, adults, foster and kinship carers in the therapeutic space for over 10 years. Sessions are guided by your needs and what feels most safe for you to explore at any given time. I am there to act as a guide to support you on your healing journey. As a mother of two little ones, I understand the challenges and fulfillment we experience as parents. I am deeply passionate about supporting parents, foster, and kinship carers to navigate the complexities of fostering, parenthood as well as preparing for birth and beyond.
I also have completed many hours of training in various modalities including but not limited to DDP, SPI, Neurodevelopmental Trauma, Narrative therapy, Attachment.
My name is Jamie and I have supported children, young people, adults, foster and kinship carers in the therapeutic space for over 10 years. Sessions are guided by your needs and what feels most safe for you to explore at any given time. I am there to act as a guide to support you on your healing journey. As a mother of two little ones, I understand the challenges and fulfillment we experience as parents. I am deeply passionate about supporting parents, foster, and kinship carers to navigate the complexities of fostering, parenthood as well as preparing for birth and beyond.

I have experience in treating Adults with Depression, Adjustment Disorders, Relationship Issues, Personality Disorders, Stress, Grief, Trauma and Critical Incidents / Crisis Interventions.
I strive to enable others with the skills needed to develop healthier, more productive coping strategies, and improved relationships.
I have experience in treating Adults with Depression, Adjustment Disorders, Relationship Issues, Personality Disorders, Stress, Grief, Trauma and Critical Incidents / Crisis Interventions.
I strive to enable others with the skills needed to develop healthier, more productive coping strategies, and improved relationships.
I am an experienced, accredited EMDR and trauma-oriented clinician with extensive expertise in treating clinicians, veterans, and civilians.
With over two decades of experience, I offer a down-to-earth, solution-focused, and nonjudgmental approach. I support my clients in feeling validated and understood—especially those who have never disclosed their trauma previously. EMDR is a respectful treatment, and does not require a detailed discussion of the trauma(s) in order to be effective.
I am an experienced, accredited EMDR and trauma-oriented clinician with extensive expertise in treating clinicians, veterans, and civilians.
With over two decades of experience, I offer a down-to-earth, solution-focused, and nonjudgmental approach. I support my clients in feeling validated and understood—especially those who have never disclosed their trauma previously. EMDR is a respectful treatment, and does not require a detailed discussion of the trauma(s) in order to be effective.

I utilise an Integrative, Strength-Based, Trauma-Informed approach which includes CBT, ACT, Narrative Therapy and Mindfulness/Meditation.
NOTE: My books have re-opened and I have a few spots available. Description: Are you feeling low, anxious, sad, burnt out or struggling to concentrate and focus? I specialise in Adult ADHD, gender/sexual identity, depression, anxiety, hormones/ menopause and stresses of life, work and relationships. I offer telehealth therapy to clients in rural, regional and metro areas. I believe that a positive relationship is key to change for clients. Importantly, therapy should be engaging and even enjoyable! I trust that with the right strategies, everyone can thrive, and it's my privilege to help them on their path to a more contented life.
I utilise an Integrative, Strength-Based, Trauma-Informed approach which includes CBT, ACT, Narrative Therapy and Mindfulness/Meditation.
NOTE: My books have re-opened and I have a few spots available. Description: Are you feeling low, anxious, sad, burnt out or struggling to concentrate and focus? I specialise in Adult ADHD, gender/sexual identity, depression, anxiety, hormones/ menopause and stresses of life, work and relationships. I offer telehealth therapy to clients in rural, regional and metro areas. I believe that a positive relationship is key to change for clients. Importantly, therapy should be engaging and even enjoyable! I trust that with the right strategies, everyone can thrive, and it's my privilege to help them on their path to a more contented life.
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Specialising in anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, mindfulness, grief, loss and change, school stress, emotional regulation, workplace stress, and eating disorders.
Shelley is a dedicated mental health social worker with an unwavering commitment to promoting emotional well-being and resilience. With a background of nine years in the Mental Health field as a counsellor, and two and a half years in Private Practice, Shelley brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her work. In her practice, Shelley employs evidence-based therapies, understanding that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to mental health challenges. She is deeply committed to staying current with the latest developments in the field, ensuring that her clients receive the most effective and up-to-date support available.
Specialising in anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, mindfulness, grief, loss and change, school stress, emotional regulation, workplace stress, and eating disorders.
Shelley is a dedicated mental health social worker with an unwavering commitment to promoting emotional well-being and resilience. With a background of nine years in the Mental Health field as a counsellor, and two and a half years in Private Practice, Shelley brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her work. In her practice, Shelley employs evidence-based therapies, understanding that there is no one-size-fits-all solution to mental health challenges. She is deeply committed to staying current with the latest developments in the field, ensuring that her clients receive the most effective and up-to-date support available.

Many of people that come to me- adults, teens and kids- seek support with neurodivergence, trauma, depression or anxiety.
I take neuroaffirming, trauma-informed and person-centred approach when working with you. I offer an integrative and holistic perspective to mental and emotional health and I use EMDR, Schema Therapy, ACT, Compassionate Inquiry and Somatic Therapy to support your needs.
Many of people that come to me- adults, teens and kids- seek support with neurodivergence, trauma, depression or anxiety.
I take neuroaffirming, trauma-informed and person-centred approach when working with you. I offer an integrative and holistic perspective to mental and emotional health and I use EMDR, Schema Therapy, ACT, Compassionate Inquiry and Somatic Therapy to support your needs.

She has a particular interest in working with people who are having sexual difficulties such as pain, erectile problems and libido mis-match as well as adult ADHD, anxiety, trauma and low mood.
If you are the victim of a crime, I offer counselling sessions through Victim services funding. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to offer you an evidence based treatment for trauma.
She has a particular interest in working with people who are having sexual difficulties such as pain, erectile problems and libido mis-match as well as adult ADHD, anxiety, trauma and low mood.
If you are the victim of a crime, I offer counselling sessions through Victim services funding. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to offer you an evidence based treatment for trauma.

Are you experiencing: anxiety, stress, low-mood, PTSD, trauma, relationship issues, spiritual issues.
I am a Psychologist with 17+ yrs experience in therapy, also with qualifications in Christian counselling. I have worked in various community based settings, now in Private Practice. I am trained in CBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, Christian Therapy, Gottman Couple Therapy. I am caring, empathetic and respectful and provide a nonjudgemental approach to sessions.
Are you experiencing: anxiety, stress, low-mood, PTSD, trauma, relationship issues, spiritual issues.
I am a Psychologist with 17+ yrs experience in therapy, also with qualifications in Christian counselling. I have worked in various community based settings, now in Private Practice. I am trained in CBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, Christian Therapy, Gottman Couple Therapy. I am caring, empathetic and respectful and provide a nonjudgemental approach to sessions.

It will be a privilege as your psychotherapist (Masters in Counselling, Level 2 ACA), to provide you with exceptional bespoke treatment for depression, anxiety and trauma (or other mental health issues ).
I strongly believe in the resilience and strength of the human spirit. All therapy provided is bespoke and established on evidence-based practices. As your counsellor I will use my extensive skill set and many years of knowledge and experience to help guide and empower you. My undivided attention will be yours.
It will be a privilege as your psychotherapist (Masters in Counselling, Level 2 ACA), to provide you with exceptional bespoke treatment for depression, anxiety and trauma (or other mental health issues ).
I strongly believe in the resilience and strength of the human spirit. All therapy provided is bespoke and established on evidence-based practices. As your counsellor I will use my extensive skill set and many years of knowledge and experience to help guide and empower you. My undivided attention will be yours.

As an experienced Community Worker, I have supported diverse clients using trauma-informed practice.
If you are finding life challenging - let's be honest, who doesn't sometimes - you may find therapy helpful. I would like you to know that you are not "the problem" and you do not need "fixing". But you do deserve to be heard and feel happier in your life. In a safe space, I will listen to anything you wish to share with empathy, kindness and care. Self-managed NDIS clients welcome.
As an experienced Community Worker, I have supported diverse clients using trauma-informed practice.
If you are finding life challenging - let's be honest, who doesn't sometimes - you may find therapy helpful. I would like you to know that you are not "the problem" and you do not need "fixing". But you do deserve to be heard and feel happier in your life. In a safe space, I will listen to anything you wish to share with empathy, kindness and care. Self-managed NDIS clients welcome.

Tom works primarily with adults and has experience in treating a broad range of psychological issues such as anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, OCD, sleep problems, grief, relationship issues, and stress.
Tom is a caring, collaborative and professional clinician, and has expertise in the most widely used modern psychological treatments including cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, grief therapy, positive psychology and mindfulness.
Tom works primarily with adults and has experience in treating a broad range of psychological issues such as anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, OCD, sleep problems, grief, relationship issues, and stress.
Tom is a caring, collaborative and professional clinician, and has expertise in the most widely used modern psychological treatments including cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, grief therapy, positive psychology and mindfulness.

I provide in person-online or phone counselling for adults and teenagers who have experienced trauma, who experience parenting challenges (shared parenting and post separation abuse) and specialize in navigating complex legal systems such as police processes, criminal court and Family Court.
I am a Registed Clinincal Counsellor and EMDR therapist, with over 13 years of working with people who have suffered physical and psychologial trauma as a result of violent crime, including shame, grief, loss, anger, fear, anxiety and depression.
I provide in person-online or phone counselling for adults and teenagers who have experienced trauma, who experience parenting challenges (shared parenting and post separation abuse) and specialize in navigating complex legal systems such as police processes, criminal court and Family Court.
I am a Registed Clinincal Counsellor and EMDR therapist, with over 13 years of working with people who have suffered physical and psychologial trauma as a result of violent crime, including shame, grief, loss, anger, fear, anxiety and depression.

If you could benefit from discovering how to be kinder to your self, learning skills like boundaries to improve your relationships or understand and heal from the effects of trauma then I might be the person to help you.
I can help you explore patterns in your relationships and personal history using proven methods to resolve these effectively. I help those struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, chronic pain and illness, grief and loss, intimacy and sexuality, struggles with faith or spirituality, PTSD and navigating life transitions.
If you could benefit from discovering how to be kinder to your self, learning skills like boundaries to improve your relationships or understand and heal from the effects of trauma then I might be the person to help you.
I can help you explore patterns in your relationships and personal history using proven methods to resolve these effectively. I help those struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, chronic pain and illness, grief and loss, intimacy and sexuality, struggles with faith or spirituality, PTSD and navigating life transitions.
I specialise in depressive/mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, personality disorders, grief, sleep, and gender dysphoria, I employ CBT, EMDR, DBT, mindfulness, ACT, SFT, narrative therapy, gender affirmation, MI, IPT, coping skills training, behavioral therapy, and positive psychology to empower clients towards personal development.
I specialise in depressive/mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, personality disorders, grief, sleep, and gender dysphoria, I employ CBT, EMDR, DBT, mindfulness, ACT, SFT, narrative therapy, gender affirmation, MI, IPT, coping skills training, behavioral therapy, and positive psychology to empower clients towards personal development.

I provide a non-judgemental therapy service to help people effectively heal their trauma, allowing them to unlock and live in their full potential.
Based on the modalities of Compassionate Inquiry and Internal Family Systems, I use somatic experiencing (feeling into the body and emotions) practices to help my clients move into a space of less ‘doing’ and more ‘feeling’. By allowing ourselves to simply sit and feel, we are able to connect to our true selves. I offer EMDR treatment as well.
I provide a non-judgemental therapy service to help people effectively heal their trauma, allowing them to unlock and live in their full potential.
Based on the modalities of Compassionate Inquiry and Internal Family Systems, I use somatic experiencing (feeling into the body and emotions) practices to help my clients move into a space of less ‘doing’ and more ‘feeling’. By allowing ourselves to simply sit and feel, we are able to connect to our true selves. I offer EMDR treatment as well.
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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.