Sexual Abuse Psychologists and Therapists in Alexandra Hills, QLD
Janice Rees is a passionate and emphatic counsellor who has a deep love for people and humanity. Janice has had great success supporting people for 18 years in the community and is committed to empowering individuals to change their lives. It is important to Janice that she creates a comfortable, culturally aware, inclusive, safe, and relaxed therapeutic environment that supports the needs of all individuals who seek her expertise for counselling including individuals, couples, teenagers, and families. Janice specialises in Individuals, Couples / Marriage and Grief Counselling.
Janice Rees is a passionate and emphatic counsellor who has a deep love for people and humanity. Janice has had great success supporting people for 18 years in the community and is committed to empowering individuals to change their lives. It is important to Janice that she creates a comfortable, culturally aware, inclusive, safe, and relaxed therapeutic environment that supports the needs of all individuals who seek her expertise for counselling including individuals, couples, teenagers, and families. Janice specialises in Individuals, Couples / Marriage and Grief Counselling.
Hi, I’m Courtney. I’m an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a strong passion for supporting people through life’s toughest moments. Whether you're dealing with the stress of everyday life or carrying the weight of past trauma, I’m here to support you through it.
I work with Bloom Well-being in Brisbane, and support teens, adults, and families affected by trauma, including childhood trauma, as well as domestic, family, and sexual violence. I also support people experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm issues, perinatal mental health concerns, low self-esteem, workplace challenges, life transitions, and PTSD.
Hi, I’m Courtney. I’m an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a strong passion for supporting people through life’s toughest moments. Whether you're dealing with the stress of everyday life or carrying the weight of past trauma, I’m here to support you through it.
I work with Bloom Well-being in Brisbane, and support teens, adults, and families affected by trauma, including childhood trauma, as well as domestic, family, and sexual violence. I also support people experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm issues, perinatal mental health concerns, low self-esteem, workplace challenges, life transitions, and PTSD.
Accepting new clients. Evening appointments available.
I am a general psychologist with over 30 years of experience. I come to therapy with a non-pathologising view of symptoms and behaviour. My view is that the vast majority of symptoms of "mental illness" are an understandable response to various life circumstances. Some deep in our past, some in our present. I am passionate about helping people to heal, grow, and live full lives. I enjoy working at deep levels to shift stuckness, often the result of prior trauma. I work only with adults.
Accepting new clients. Evening appointments available.
I am a general psychologist with over 30 years of experience. I come to therapy with a non-pathologising view of symptoms and behaviour. My view is that the vast majority of symptoms of "mental illness" are an understandable response to various life circumstances. Some deep in our past, some in our present. I am passionate about helping people to heal, grow, and live full lives. I enjoy working at deep levels to shift stuckness, often the result of prior trauma. I work only with adults.
How we feel has a big effect on how we see ourselves, others and our world. These feelings can be frustrating, scary, hurtful or worrying. They can either have been there for most of our lives, gradually crept up on us or come as a result of our current situation. Often, when we are struggling, the most challenging part is not understanding what we are feeling or thinking, understanding why or knowing what to do about it.
How we feel has a big effect on how we see ourselves, others and our world. These feelings can be frustrating, scary, hurtful or worrying. They can either have been there for most of our lives, gradually crept up on us or come as a result of our current situation. Often, when we are struggling, the most challenging part is not understanding what we are feeling or thinking, understanding why or knowing what to do about it.
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I work in the areas of trauma, sexual health, and identity. My clients include trauma survivors, first responders & health care workers, and people navigating questions about who they are and how they want to live.
I have direct experience working and living in rural and remote communities in the NT and QLD and also want to make psychology accessible to those areas by someone who understands what it's like to live and work in them.
I work in the areas of trauma, sexual health, and identity. My clients include trauma survivors, first responders & health care workers, and people navigating questions about who they are and how they want to live.
I have direct experience working and living in rural and remote communities in the NT and QLD and also want to make psychology accessible to those areas by someone who understands what it's like to live and work in them.
I also specialise in responding to harmful sexual behaviours, sexual abuse and treatment of criminal behaviours.
I offer a warm and caring approach focusing on outcomes in a trauma informed and developmentally appropriate way. I provide strategies that facilitate growth, reduce risk and encourage safety.
Although mental health and behavioural issues can significantly impact individuals it is possible that therapy and support can reduce risk and improve daily function.
I also specialise in responding to harmful sexual behaviours, sexual abuse and treatment of criminal behaviours.
I offer a warm and caring approach focusing on outcomes in a trauma informed and developmentally appropriate way. I provide strategies that facilitate growth, reduce risk and encourage safety.
Although mental health and behavioural issues can significantly impact individuals it is possible that therapy and support can reduce risk and improve daily function.
Some seek support after trauma, sexual abuse, or family disruption, while others want help with emotional regulation, sibling conflict, or developmental changes.
I’m Julie Anderson, a Play Therapist and Counsellor based practicing in Northern NSW and South East QLD with a clinic in Tweed Heads. I use child-centred play therapy, trauma-informed and attachment-focused approaches to support emotional growth. I work with a wide range of challenges, including sexual abuse and complex trauma, always at the child’s pace.
Some seek support after trauma, sexual abuse, or family disruption, while others want help with emotional regulation, sibling conflict, or developmental changes.
I’m Julie Anderson, a Play Therapist and Counsellor based practicing in Northern NSW and South East QLD with a clinic in Tweed Heads. I use child-centred play therapy, trauma-informed and attachment-focused approaches to support emotional growth. I work with a wide range of challenges, including sexual abuse and complex trauma, always at the child’s pace.
I am passionate about assisting people to overcome challenging personal patterns, recover from trauma, and abusive relationship dynamics. I love working with adults and children to resolve the impact of trauma, to empower people to have the future they want. By identifying your needs, strengths and implementing easy to use skills, as well as safe trauma processing your life can improve.
I am passionate about assisting people to overcome challenging personal patterns, recover from trauma, and abusive relationship dynamics. I love working with adults and children to resolve the impact of trauma, to empower people to have the future they want. By identifying your needs, strengths and implementing easy to use skills, as well as safe trauma processing your life can improve.
I am a Psychotherapist, and as a Pasifika woman with a deep passion for trauma recovery, I offer a warm, culturally respectful space where your story is honored. Together, we explore patterns shaped by early experiences, working gently to rewire the stress response, build emotional safety, and foster resilience. Whether you're managing anxiety, grief, chronic shame, or relationship challenges, I offer a compassionate, culturally attuned space for deep healing and integration.
I am a Psychotherapist, and as a Pasifika woman with a deep passion for trauma recovery, I offer a warm, culturally respectful space where your story is honored. Together, we explore patterns shaped by early experiences, working gently to rewire the stress response, build emotional safety, and foster resilience. Whether you're managing anxiety, grief, chronic shame, or relationship challenges, I offer a compassionate, culturally attuned space for deep healing and integration.
I also see people about queer/gay male or trans living; sexuality and sex life; childhood sexual abuse and incest; family neglect and estrangement; pornography use.
I use gestalt therapy and EFT in my approach. I aim to raise awareness of what you, or your relationship, wants, needs, and longs for. Together, we can experiment with deeper ways to love yourself and your loved ones, so you can integrate more self-loving ways of being in the world, have more satisfying life experiences and relationships.
I also see people about queer/gay male or trans living; sexuality and sex life; childhood sexual abuse and incest; family neglect and estrangement; pornography use.
I use gestalt therapy and EFT in my approach. I aim to raise awareness of what you, or your relationship, wants, needs, and longs for. Together, we can experiment with deeper ways to love yourself and your loved ones, so you can integrate more self-loving ways of being in the world, have more satisfying life experiences and relationships.
I specialise in helping adults, young people and children who have gone through difficult experiences including all types of trauma, family violence and sexual abuse as well as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, communication in relationships, self-esteem, emotional regulation, culture, spirituality, etc in English and Mandarin.
My approach is eclectic as I draw from my vast range of training to inform my work. Clients often comment on the speed that I adapt to their situation and tailor therapy to their struggles. You will leave each session better able to love and accept yourself, empowered with resources to bring change and a deep sense that at least one person really understands
I specialise in helping adults, young people and children who have gone through difficult experiences including all types of trauma, family violence and sexual abuse as well as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, communication in relationships, self-esteem, emotional regulation, culture, spirituality, etc in English and Mandarin.
My approach is eclectic as I draw from my vast range of training to inform my work. Clients often comment on the speed that I adapt to their situation and tailor therapy to their struggles. You will leave each session better able to love and accept yourself, empowered with resources to bring change and a deep sense that at least one person really understands
Please use email for any inquiries, including booking an appointment. While I am passionate about helping my clients with difficulties such as depression, anxiety, phobias, panic attacks and low self esteem, I also have a special interest in treating difficulties related to recent and past trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Complex PTSD, recurring nightmares, dissociation, adult survivors of childhood neglect and abuse, and long term unhelpful patterns of relationship and/or behaviour.
Please use email for any inquiries, including booking an appointment. While I am passionate about helping my clients with difficulties such as depression, anxiety, phobias, panic attacks and low self esteem, I also have a special interest in treating difficulties related to recent and past trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Complex PTSD, recurring nightmares, dissociation, adult survivors of childhood neglect and abuse, and long term unhelpful patterns of relationship and/or behaviour.
I am a trauma-informed and neurodiverse affirming RI-EMDR therapist and clinical supervisor. I seek to create a deepening awareness of self and enhance connection with others. I work primarily in the areas of complex trauma and dissociation supporting individuals and their loved ones. Exploration of the human condition has always intrigued me. I am curious as to the driving force behind why we do what we do and what determines our path in life. In understanding our life’s journey and what shapes it, we can begin to move towards a more content existence - with a balanced relationship with the world and the connections it brings.
I am a trauma-informed and neurodiverse affirming RI-EMDR therapist and clinical supervisor. I seek to create a deepening awareness of self and enhance connection with others. I work primarily in the areas of complex trauma and dissociation supporting individuals and their loved ones. Exploration of the human condition has always intrigued me. I am curious as to the driving force behind why we do what we do and what determines our path in life. In understanding our life’s journey and what shapes it, we can begin to move towards a more content existence - with a balanced relationship with the world and the connections it brings.
With more than 20 years in trauma-focused therapy, including specialist sexual assault and complex trauma work, I've learned how to hold the hardest experiences with steadiness and care.
Maybe you've spent years holding things together, wondering why it still feels so hard. Or something has quietly shaped how you move through relationships and your own body, and you're ready to explore it with support.
I work across the lifespan with children, adults, and couples navigating complex trauma, neurodivergence, attachment wounds, and burnout. I offer trauma-informed, relational therapy in support of your nervous system. I draw upon Flash technique and Havening alongside longer-term trauma-therapy.
I am available face-to-face at Capalaba, QLD and via telehealth across Australia.
With more than 20 years in trauma-focused therapy, including specialist sexual assault and complex trauma work, I've learned how to hold the hardest experiences with steadiness and care.
Maybe you've spent years holding things together, wondering why it still feels so hard. Or something has quietly shaped how you move through relationships and your own body, and you're ready to explore it with support.
I work across the lifespan with children, adults, and couples navigating complex trauma, neurodivergence, attachment wounds, and burnout. I offer trauma-informed, relational therapy in support of your nervous system. I draw upon Flash technique and Havening alongside longer-term trauma-therapy.
I am available face-to-face at Capalaba, QLD and via telehealth across Australia.
Accepting new clients!
Emily has a strong interest in trauma-related presentations, including PTSD and complex trauma, personality disorders, and psychological assessment. Additionally, she works with neurodevelopmental disorders like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and a range of anxiety and mood disorders such as anxiety, depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Bipolar Disorder. She offers psychological assessments for clients of all ages and presentations (e.g., ADHD, ASD, personality, intellectual, etc.).
Accepting new clients!
Emily has a strong interest in trauma-related presentations, including PTSD and complex trauma, personality disorders, and psychological assessment. Additionally, she works with neurodevelopmental disorders like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and a range of anxiety and mood disorders such as anxiety, depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Bipolar Disorder. She offers psychological assessments for clients of all ages and presentations (e.g., ADHD, ASD, personality, intellectual, etc.).
I support people who have been impacted by domestic and sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, low self-worth and parents needing guidance.
I draw from a trauma-informed approach, nervous system awareness, Gestalt theory, mindfulness, neuroscience and attachment theory. My work is deeply relational - I prioritise connection, safety, and presence in every session. I support each person in reconnecting with their body, exploring their experiences, and drawing on their values and inner wisdom.
I support people who have been impacted by domestic and sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, low self-worth and parents needing guidance.
I draw from a trauma-informed approach, nervous system awareness, Gestalt theory, mindfulness, neuroscience and attachment theory. My work is deeply relational - I prioritise connection, safety, and presence in every session. I support each person in reconnecting with their body, exploring their experiences, and drawing on their values and inner wisdom.
Additionally, I have extensive experience in working with those who have suffered significant trauma such as sexual assault, domestic violence and addiction.
I am a Gestalt psychotherapist and offer a warm and compassionate approach to therapy, working holistically and relationally with my clients and their life experiences. I provide a relaxed space of acceptance and non-judgment, and strive to offer trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and inclusive therapy, with a strong awareness of the systems of power and oppression that shape and impact our lives. I believe therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and see my primary role as working to truly understand your individual experience. I am guided by each individual’s goals and needs, and use an integrated experiential approach to therapy.
Additionally, I have extensive experience in working with those who have suffered significant trauma such as sexual assault, domestic violence and addiction.
I am a Gestalt psychotherapist and offer a warm and compassionate approach to therapy, working holistically and relationally with my clients and their life experiences. I provide a relaxed space of acceptance and non-judgment, and strive to offer trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and inclusive therapy, with a strong awareness of the systems of power and oppression that shape and impact our lives. I believe therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and see my primary role as working to truly understand your individual experience. I am guided by each individual’s goals and needs, and use an integrated experiential approach to therapy.
Karl is the founder and a consultant therapist at Vista Advanced Psychological Therapy provides structured trauma therapy for adults and older adolescents on the Gold Coast. Karl works with trauma-related difficulties, PTSD, complex PTSD, trauma-related Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) and pain, anxiety, phobias, grief, and concerns affecting work, relationships, and daily functioning. Sessions are available in person in Surfers Paradise or online. No referral is required.
Therapy is based on a structured assessment, formulation, treatment planning, and review. Evidence-based approaches include EMDR, EMDR 2.0, CBT and more.
Karl is the founder and a consultant therapist at Vista Advanced Psychological Therapy provides structured trauma therapy for adults and older adolescents on the Gold Coast. Karl works with trauma-related difficulties, PTSD, complex PTSD, trauma-related Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) and pain, anxiety, phobias, grief, and concerns affecting work, relationships, and daily functioning. Sessions are available in person in Surfers Paradise or online. No referral is required.
Therapy is based on a structured assessment, formulation, treatment planning, and review. Evidence-based approaches include EMDR, EMDR 2.0, CBT and more.
I work with folks navigating mental health, existential anxiety, complex trauma, sexual assault, domestic violence, post traumatic stress, systemic harm, identity exploration, grief, family estrangement/enmeshment, substance use, and burnout.
In a world that’s becoming increasingly automated, I aim to offer a deeply human space for deep meaning-making and healing. I am here to support you as you reconnect or expand yourself, find your own voice, and move forward on your terms. You don’t need to have it all figured out - just a space to land - I'm here to meet you in the messy.
I work with folks navigating mental health, existential anxiety, complex trauma, sexual assault, domestic violence, post traumatic stress, systemic harm, identity exploration, grief, family estrangement/enmeshment, substance use, and burnout.
In a world that’s becoming increasingly automated, I aim to offer a deeply human space for deep meaning-making and healing. I am here to support you as you reconnect or expand yourself, find your own voice, and move forward on your terms. You don’t need to have it all figured out - just a space to land - I'm here to meet you in the messy.
Bluest Skies Counselling + Animal Assisted Therapy
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Springfield Lakes, QLD 4300
Bluest Skies has 2 branches:
1. Bluest Skies Counselling and Animal Assisted Therapy is a counselling service for children, families and individuals impacted by Trauma with the support of my Golden Retriever, Pirate.
2 Bluest Skies - Perinatal Support is a therapeutic support service for parents and parents to be from conception to early parenting
Services are offered from Springfield Lakes or Paddington. Please get in touch to find out the availability for each site.
Bluest Skies has 2 branches:
1. Bluest Skies Counselling and Animal Assisted Therapy is a counselling service for children, families and individuals impacted by Trauma with the support of my Golden Retriever, Pirate.
2 Bluest Skies - Perinatal Support is a therapeutic support service for parents and parents to be from conception to early parenting
Services are offered from Springfield Lakes or Paddington. Please get in touch to find out the availability for each site.
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Sexual Abuse Therapists
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.