Domestic Abuse Psychologists and Therapists in Warners Bay, NSW
Welcome, it's wonderful to have you here. Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, especially when you're carrying the weight of anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, parenting pressures or life transitions. You may feel stuck, exhausted, disconnected from yourself, or unsure how to move forward. My goal is to provide a warm, compassionate space where you feel heard, understood and supported.
Welcome, it's wonderful to have you here. Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, especially when you're carrying the weight of anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, parenting pressures or life transitions. You may feel stuck, exhausted, disconnected from yourself, or unsure how to move forward. My goal is to provide a warm, compassionate space where you feel heard, understood and supported.
I have a passion for helping people navigate the stresses of their work and personal life, to create balance and harmony. I can assist people experiencing anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, grief and loss, as well as difficult life circumstances that you may be struggling to cope with.
I have a passion for helping people navigate the stresses of their work and personal life, to create balance and harmony. I can assist people experiencing anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, grief and loss, as well as difficult life circumstances that you may be struggling to cope with.
I work with Couples and Individuals. Some of the common issues that couples bring to counselling are; communication issues, conflict, a break down in trust, affairs, mental health concerns that are impacting the relationship, lack of emotional and or physical intimacy, conflict and stress over parenting, grief, the impact of past traumas, transitioning into retirement and new relationships. The Imago Relationship Model facilitates a new way of communication that allows couples to understand themselves and their partner more deeply and bring greater safety, connection, healing, growth and joy.
I work with Couples and Individuals. Some of the common issues that couples bring to counselling are; communication issues, conflict, a break down in trust, affairs, mental health concerns that are impacting the relationship, lack of emotional and or physical intimacy, conflict and stress over parenting, grief, the impact of past traumas, transitioning into retirement and new relationships. The Imago Relationship Model facilitates a new way of communication that allows couples to understand themselves and their partner more deeply and bring greater safety, connection, healing, growth and joy.
I'm always grateful for the opportunity to provide support, as I'm aware of the bravery that therapy takes, being vulnerable in session is immense. All clinicians at the clinic I run aim to work in a non-directive, client-centred way, meaning the client sets their own treatment goals and we're just the support that holds difficult or overwhelming emotions where needed. This allows the client to drive their own therapy and shows them that they can create a better life. I am currently taking face-to-face clients with immediate availability.
I'm always grateful for the opportunity to provide support, as I'm aware of the bravery that therapy takes, being vulnerable in session is immense. All clinicians at the clinic I run aim to work in a non-directive, client-centred way, meaning the client sets their own treatment goals and we're just the support that holds difficult or overwhelming emotions where needed. This allows the client to drive their own therapy and shows them that they can create a better life. I am currently taking face-to-face clients with immediate availability.
I offer a safe, respectful environment where clients feel heard and understood. My clinical work focuses on trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and personal growth, while my forensic practice brings deep experience in risk assessment, complex case formulation, and intervention for individuals involved in the justice system.
I offer a safe, respectful environment where clients feel heard and understood. My clinical work focuses on trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and personal growth, while my forensic practice brings deep experience in risk assessment, complex case formulation, and intervention for individuals involved in the justice system.
Every person's journey is unique, and I like to understand the background and goals of the people I support to ensure together we create a personalised therapy plan tailored to them. I work with adults, and adolescents and I have a strong interest in supporting people navigating anxiety, grief and loss, PTSD, developmental trauma, CTPSD and the myriad of life's challenges. My approach is twofold: I believe in equipping you with immediate tools to cope with present concerns, while also delving into the roots of these issues – be it past events, deep-seated beliefs, or coping mechanisms – to pave the way for a brighter future.
Every person's journey is unique, and I like to understand the background and goals of the people I support to ensure together we create a personalised therapy plan tailored to them. I work with adults, and adolescents and I have a strong interest in supporting people navigating anxiety, grief and loss, PTSD, developmental trauma, CTPSD and the myriad of life's challenges. My approach is twofold: I believe in equipping you with immediate tools to cope with present concerns, while also delving into the roots of these issues – be it past events, deep-seated beliefs, or coping mechanisms – to pave the way for a brighter future.
Many people come to us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why things aren’t improving despite their best efforts. They may struggle with anxiety, trauma, burnout, relationship difficulties, or feel something deeper is holding them back. They’re looking for clarity, understanding, and practical strategies to feel more grounded and confident. Their goal is to heal, grow, and create a life that feels calmer, more balanced, and true to who they are.
Many people come to us feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure why things aren’t improving despite their best efforts. They may struggle with anxiety, trauma, burnout, relationship difficulties, or feel something deeper is holding them back. They’re looking for clarity, understanding, and practical strategies to feel more grounded and confident. Their goal is to heal, grow, and create a life that feels calmer, more balanced, and true to who they are.
I believe everyone has the potential for growth and change given the right support. I place a strong emphasis on creating a respectful and safe space to explore your presenting concerns and will work with you towards creating meaningful change. I draw on techniques from a range of evidence-based practices, seeing therapy as an opportunity to utilise and build upon each client’s existing skills and strengths. Seeing a Clinical Psychologist, allows you to access a Medicare rebate of $149.05 with a Mental Health Care Plan from you GP. Feel free to phone or email me with any questions you may have.
I believe everyone has the potential for growth and change given the right support. I place a strong emphasis on creating a respectful and safe space to explore your presenting concerns and will work with you towards creating meaningful change. I draw on techniques from a range of evidence-based practices, seeing therapy as an opportunity to utilise and build upon each client’s existing skills and strengths. Seeing a Clinical Psychologist, allows you to access a Medicare rebate of $149.05 with a Mental Health Care Plan from you GP. Feel free to phone or email me with any questions you may have.
Life can be a little wild and we all need help from time to time. Whether you're navigating a recent ADHD diagnosis, feeling stressed/burnt out or wanting to set better boundaries with others (and yourself), I'm here to support you.
I'm especially passionate about working with ADHD and Autism in women and non-binary folks & supporting them to create a life and routine that works with their brain rather than against it. Together, we can create practical strategies that make sense for your life.
I provide flexible telehealth counselling services (phone or Zoom), offering a safe space to explore what's been on your mind.
Life can be a little wild and we all need help from time to time. Whether you're navigating a recent ADHD diagnosis, feeling stressed/burnt out or wanting to set better boundaries with others (and yourself), I'm here to support you.
I'm especially passionate about working with ADHD and Autism in women and non-binary folks & supporting them to create a life and routine that works with their brain rather than against it. Together, we can create practical strategies that make sense for your life.
I provide flexible telehealth counselling services (phone or Zoom), offering a safe space to explore what's been on your mind.
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I specialise in complex trauma and relationship counselling, working with people affected by trauma, child abuse & sexual or domestic violence, mental health, racism, disability and grief.
I bring a biopsychosocial approach to problems. The problems you experience are likely the consequence of your life circumstances. It’s not who you are that’s the problem, but what’s happened or is happening to you. We can’t always change our circumstances but counselling can support you to change how you respond to them and how they affect you.
I specialise in complex trauma and relationship counselling, working with people affected by trauma, child abuse & sexual or domestic violence, mental health, racism, disability and grief.
I bring a biopsychosocial approach to problems. The problems you experience are likely the consequence of your life circumstances. It’s not who you are that’s the problem, but what’s happened or is happening to you. We can’t always change our circumstances but counselling can support you to change how you respond to them and how they affect you.
Rebates available to NDIS, Medicare, Work-Cover, Victim Assist, QPS Self-Refer, & Private Insurance holders.
Providing a therapy space that is both judgement-free and provides a clear path forward. Our work focuses on two things: Helping you make the deeper changes to find lasting healing, while also giving you the practical tools to feel improvements happening right away . We'll get to the root of what's happening for you while crafting everyday strategies to lift your mental health today. Whether dealing with stress, anxiety, and low mood, or navigating neurodiversity, we will work together to get you where you want to be.
Rebates available to NDIS, Medicare, Work-Cover, Victim Assist, QPS Self-Refer, & Private Insurance holders.
Providing a therapy space that is both judgement-free and provides a clear path forward. Our work focuses on two things: Helping you make the deeper changes to find lasting healing, while also giving you the practical tools to feel improvements happening right away . We'll get to the root of what's happening for you while crafting everyday strategies to lift your mental health today. Whether dealing with stress, anxiety, and low mood, or navigating neurodiversity, we will work together to get you where you want to be.
I am a calm, compassionate, and non-judgmental individual and couple therapist. I work to develop relationships of deep trust and understanding with you. I have a great deal of experience helping people overcome complex and persistent problems. I will never give up on you. I will hold the hope for you even if you are feeling discouraged or hopeless. As a nurse practitioner as well as a psychotherapist, I can prescribe psychotropic medication if needed. I can provide medicare rebates for every session because I am also a nurse practitioner.
I am a calm, compassionate, and non-judgmental individual and couple therapist. I work to develop relationships of deep trust and understanding with you. I have a great deal of experience helping people overcome complex and persistent problems. I will never give up on you. I will hold the hope for you even if you are feeling discouraged or hopeless. As a nurse practitioner as well as a psychotherapist, I can prescribe psychotropic medication if needed. I can provide medicare rebates for every session because I am also a nurse practitioner.
You might be feeling stuck, burnt out, or overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, depression, addiction, or trauma. Maybe you’re navigating the aftermath of an injury, accident, or workplace incident, and the process feels as exhausting as what brought you here. For over two decades, I’ve supported young people and adults through these experiences, in community, hospital, and justice settings. My work spans general clinical care as well as forensic and medico-legal practice, including SIRA/WorkCover and CTP claims. A significant part of my practice also involves supporting first responders and others in high-stress, high-complexity roles.
You might be feeling stuck, burnt out, or overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, depression, addiction, or trauma. Maybe you’re navigating the aftermath of an injury, accident, or workplace incident, and the process feels as exhausting as what brought you here. For over two decades, I’ve supported young people and adults through these experiences, in community, hospital, and justice settings. My work spans general clinical care as well as forensic and medico-legal practice, including SIRA/WorkCover and CTP claims. A significant part of my practice also involves supporting first responders and others in high-stress, high-complexity roles.
I have undertaken a number of additional trainings: Levels 1 and 2 Gottman Method Couples therapy, ASIST suicide prevention training, DV alert - domestic violence awareness and support training along with many others.
When women start drifting towards 40 and beyond, something shifts. Nobody warns you. Just all of a sudden, things hit a little differently. There's often an inner rage that is harder to contain. The body is changing and shifting, right along with your tolerance levels. Relationships are becoming a lot more challenging to navigate. Sometimes a sense of despair, and an inner voice asking, 'is this really all there is', can start to get uncomfortably loud.
And something else can happen... old wounds we thought we'd long forgotten, start becoming raw again. "I thought I was over this stuff..." - a not infrequent thought.
I have undertaken a number of additional trainings: Levels 1 and 2 Gottman Method Couples therapy, ASIST suicide prevention training, DV alert - domestic violence awareness and support training along with many others.
When women start drifting towards 40 and beyond, something shifts. Nobody warns you. Just all of a sudden, things hit a little differently. There's often an inner rage that is harder to contain. The body is changing and shifting, right along with your tolerance levels. Relationships are becoming a lot more challenging to navigate. Sometimes a sense of despair, and an inner voice asking, 'is this really all there is', can start to get uncomfortably loud.
And something else can happen... old wounds we thought we'd long forgotten, start becoming raw again. "I thought I was over this stuff..." - a not infrequent thought.
I am a registered psychologist offering a calm, thoughtful, and compassionate approach to therapy. My work is grounded in creating a space where people feel genuinely heard, respected, and supported at their own pace.
A strong focus is placed on understanding each person’s unique story. Therapy is guided by curiosity, collaboration, and a belief in each person’s capacity for growth and change.
Approaches are evidence-based and tailored to individual needs, supporting greater self-awareness, and a stronger sense of connection both within oneself and with others.
I am a registered psychologist offering a calm, thoughtful, and compassionate approach to therapy. My work is grounded in creating a space where people feel genuinely heard, respected, and supported at their own pace.
A strong focus is placed on understanding each person’s unique story. Therapy is guided by curiosity, collaboration, and a belief in each person’s capacity for growth and change.
Approaches are evidence-based and tailored to individual needs, supporting greater self-awareness, and a stronger sense of connection both within oneself and with others.
If you have been Impacted by the trauma of family violence, relationship breakdown, anger, work related issues or just life's challenges, it helps to talk through it with someone else and get your life back.
I am David Baker, I have worked with adults and young people as an accredited Mental Health Social Worker for over 4 years, both online and in private practice. I use a range of approaches which are person centred, practical, holistic, and focus on a better future. My focus is on how I can help you to get your life back and cope with life's challenges.
If you have been Impacted by the trauma of family violence, relationship breakdown, anger, work related issues or just life's challenges, it helps to talk through it with someone else and get your life back.
I am David Baker, I have worked with adults and young people as an accredited Mental Health Social Worker for over 4 years, both online and in private practice. I use a range of approaches which are person centred, practical, holistic, and focus on a better future. My focus is on how I can help you to get your life back and cope with life's challenges.
I have experience supporting people who are Victims of crime, domestic and family violence, or struggles with substance use.
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I’m Freya, an AASW Accredited Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in Mental Health and counselling. I provide compassionate, trauma-informed counselling by phone or video for people aged 16 and over. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and centred on your pace and needs.
If you are in NSW and have Victims of Crime funding, I’m an Approved Provider and can support you through this process too.
You don’t have to face this alone- I’m here to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to heal.
I have experience supporting people who are Victims of crime, domestic and family violence, or struggles with substance use.
Hello!
I’m Freya, an AASW Accredited Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in Mental Health and counselling. I provide compassionate, trauma-informed counselling by phone or video for people aged 16 and over. My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and centred on your pace and needs.
If you are in NSW and have Victims of Crime funding, I’m an Approved Provider and can support you through this process too.
You don’t have to face this alone- I’m here to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to heal.
Additionally, I work across areas including domestic violence, grief, and individuals with serious health conditions including cancer.
I provide a warm, emotion-focused approach when working with clients. I utilise a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and exposure based approaches to trauma including Prolonged Exposure and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
Additionally, I work across areas including domestic violence, grief, and individuals with serious health conditions including cancer.
I provide a warm, emotion-focused approach when working with clients. I utilise a variety of approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and exposure based approaches to trauma including Prolonged Exposure and Cognitive Processing Therapy.
I am a warm and compassionate psychotherapist / counsellor passionate about supporting people through life’s challenges. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and supported at your own pace. As an integrative counsellor, I tailor therapy using approaches such as CBT, ACT, and play therapy to suit your needs. Originally from Ireland, I’ve worked across Ireland, the UK, and Australia, and understand the challenges of life transitions, including living abroad. I work with children, young people, and adults across a range of issues, and offer a free 15-minute introductory call.
I am a warm and compassionate psychotherapist / counsellor passionate about supporting people through life’s challenges. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and supported at your own pace. As an integrative counsellor, I tailor therapy using approaches such as CBT, ACT, and play therapy to suit your needs. Originally from Ireland, I’ve worked across Ireland, the UK, and Australia, and understand the challenges of life transitions, including living abroad. I work with children, young people, and adults across a range of issues, and offer a free 15-minute introductory call.
Human beings are a part of evolution's legacy, and despite some contrary indicators to this, I like the idea that we are at the leading edge of an unfolding universe. That makes us complex, and since birth we've made it this far by having a bunch of needs met. But needs change as we grow and often we end up with deficiencies in those needs that cause pain and suffering. To thrive there are universal human needs that must first be met, including needs to be seen and heard, understood and respected. Both individual and couple therapy offer the opportunity for those needs to be met, so we are better equipped to move on.
Human beings are a part of evolution's legacy, and despite some contrary indicators to this, I like the idea that we are at the leading edge of an unfolding universe. That makes us complex, and since birth we've made it this far by having a bunch of needs met. But needs change as we grow and often we end up with deficiencies in those needs that cause pain and suffering. To thrive there are universal human needs that must first be met, including needs to be seen and heard, understood and respected. Both individual and couple therapy offer the opportunity for those needs to be met, so we are better equipped to move on.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.