Trauma Focused Psychologists and Therapists in Alexandra Hills, QLD

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Chloe Hartshorn
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Alexandra Hills, QLD 4161
I offer counselling to adults and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, family change, grief and loss, those struggling with identity, self-value and life transitions. I am strengths based and focussed on supporting clients to develop ways to live a fulfilling life. I have supported many clients to work through experiences of trauma, relationship breakdown and personal crisis. I am a clinically registered therapist with 20 years’ experience supporting the holistic wellbeing of my clients.
I offer counselling to adults and teens experiencing anxiety, depression, family change, grief and loss, those struggling with identity, self-value and life transitions. I am strengths based and focussed on supporting clients to develop ways to live a fulfilling life. I have supported many clients to work through experiences of trauma, relationship breakdown and personal crisis. I am a clinically registered therapist with 20 years’ experience supporting the holistic wellbeing of my clients.
(07) 3477 9834 View (07) 3477 9834
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Heidi Ruef
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I address anxiety, depression, major life transitions, grief and loss, including pet loss, personal and work related relationships, traumatic events, loss, stress, and addiction. I create a safe environment where change can be explored and pursued. I am compassionate and have a practical approach to therapy. I am a skillful listener, perceptive of barriers or issues holding you back. We are all human and will struggle at times.
I address anxiety, depression, major life transitions, grief and loss, including pet loss, personal and work related relationships, traumatic events, loss, stress, and addiction. I create a safe environment where change can be explored and pursued. I am compassionate and have a practical approach to therapy. I am a skillful listener, perceptive of barriers or issues holding you back. We are all human and will struggle at times.
(07) 3477 9767 View (07) 3477 9767
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Ali Ponturo
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
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.
(07) 3477 9943 View (07) 3477 9943
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Liane Anderson
Psychologist, MAPS
Serves Area
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.
(03) 9070 5442 View (03) 9070 5442
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Janice Rees Counselling and Family Therapy
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Serves Area
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.
(07) 2801 5099 View (07) 2801 5099
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Patricia Please
Counsellor, PhD, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
• Patty primarily works with individuals. The main focus of her private practice is with adults, older adults, those with health capacity challenges (for example post-accident, mobility, and fatigue issues), and loss and grief. She is open to working with people with other issues as well, if they think they will work well with her.
• Patty primarily works with individuals. The main focus of her private practice is with adults, older adults, those with health capacity challenges (for example post-accident, mobility, and fatigue issues), and loss and grief. She is open to working with people with other issues as well, if they think they will work well with her.
(07) 2801 6576 View (07) 2801 6576
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Verve Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Umesh Shah is a Senior Psychologist with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. Originally from Nepal and living in Australia for almost two decades, he is passionate about supporting individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. He has worked in both public and private sectors across Victoria and Queensland. Umesh is a Nepali-speaking psychologist in Brisbane, providing evidence-based psychotherapy in English and Nepali (नेपाली) with in-person sessions locally and online telehealth therapy for clients across Australia. He accepts referrals from Medicare, WorkCover & CTP, NDIS, Victim Assist & QPS SelfRefer.
Umesh Shah is a Senior Psychologist with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. Originally from Nepal and living in Australia for almost two decades, he is passionate about supporting individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. He has worked in both public and private sectors across Victoria and Queensland. Umesh is a Nepali-speaking psychologist in Brisbane, providing evidence-based psychotherapy in English and Nepali (नेपाली) with in-person sessions locally and online telehealth therapy for clients across Australia. He accepts referrals from Medicare, WorkCover & CTP, NDIS, Victim Assist & QPS SelfRefer.
(07) 3286 1233 View (07) 3286 1233
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Courtney King-Hawke
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
(07) 2100 4664 View (07) 2100 4664

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Merryl Robyn Gee
Social Worker, AASW
Wynnum, QLD 4178
My ideal clients are individuals or couples feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck. They may be facing life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional distress, or the impact of past trauma. Deep down, they long for clarity, healing, and more meaningful connection. In therapy, they seek a safe, compassionate space to explore their experiences, improve communication, strengthen relationships, and move towards greater balance, confidence, and fulfilment in their lives.
My ideal clients are individuals or couples feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck. They may be facing life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional distress, or the impact of past trauma. Deep down, they long for clarity, healing, and more meaningful connection. In therapy, they seek a safe, compassionate space to explore their experiences, improve communication, strengthen relationships, and move towards greater balance, confidence, and fulfilment in their lives.
(07) 2801 7560 View (07) 2801 7560
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Calm Space Psychology Services provides assessment and therapy services to individuals, couples, and groups with a warm, caring, and empathetic approach. We are a team underpinned by advocacy and dedication to creating a safe, inclusive space where diversity is accepted and celebrated; respect, compassion, and collaboration are fostered; and where every client experiences a felt sense of safety, calm, and genuine support. Our team of experienced clinicians is committed to providing a safe, Calm Space using therapeutic approaches that promote healing, growth, and resilience.
Calm Space Psychology Services provides assessment and therapy services to individuals, couples, and groups with a warm, caring, and empathetic approach. We are a team underpinned by advocacy and dedication to creating a safe, inclusive space where diversity is accepted and celebrated; respect, compassion, and collaboration are fostered; and where every client experiences a felt sense of safety, calm, and genuine support. Our team of experienced clinicians is committed to providing a safe, Calm Space using therapeutic approaches that promote healing, growth, and resilience.
(07) 5655 7640 View (07) 5655 7640
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Timna Jacks
Counsellor, ACA-L1
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialise in getting to the root cause of your pain, supporting adults, adolescents, children and couples. I work with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, difficult life transitions and relationship conflicts. I support individuals as well as whole families, helping parents, children, siblings and couples repair and rebuild their relationships. I don't offer quick fixes. Instead, I provide a space for you to speak freely and together, we will get to the heart of the issue. I listen carefully, to the underlying resonance of speech and draw on body-based approaches to support trauma processing and healing.
I specialise in getting to the root cause of your pain, supporting adults, adolescents, children and couples. I work with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, difficult life transitions and relationship conflicts. I support individuals as well as whole families, helping parents, children, siblings and couples repair and rebuild their relationships. I don't offer quick fixes. Instead, I provide a space for you to speak freely and together, we will get to the heart of the issue. I listen carefully, to the underlying resonance of speech and draw on body-based approaches to support trauma processing and healing.
0490 973 408 View 0490 973 408
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Woody Balfour
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
As a therapist, I understand the need for warmth and acceptance. This is the foundation of a therapeutic relationship where people can show up with aspects of themselves that are problematic and unhelpful without judgement. I can relate to very human uncomfortable and undesirable behaviors, feelings and beliefs about ourselves. Through consistent support, compassion and curiosity, positive change becomes possible.
As a therapist, I understand the need for warmth and acceptance. This is the foundation of a therapeutic relationship where people can show up with aspects of themselves that are problematic and unhelpful without judgement. I can relate to very human uncomfortable and undesirable behaviors, feelings and beliefs about ourselves. Through consistent support, compassion and curiosity, positive change becomes possible.
(03) 7003 2659 View (03) 7003 2659
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Seth Wilson
Counsellor
Indooroopilly, QLD 4068
You've outgrown surface-level support — and you know it. You may be navigating grief, trauma, burnout, spiritual crisis, or a disconnection you can't name. You've sought help before, but conventional counselling left you feeling reduced or unheard. Spiritual spaces offered insight without psychological grounding. You've done some of the work, read the books, and you're standing at a threshold you can't cross alone. That threshold is exactly where this work begins. What you're getting with me is someone holds psychological depth, energetic competency, and spiritual fluency — an authentic combination rarely found in one practitioner.
You've outgrown surface-level support — and you know it. You may be navigating grief, trauma, burnout, spiritual crisis, or a disconnection you can't name. You've sought help before, but conventional counselling left you feeling reduced or unheard. Spiritual spaces offered insight without psychological grounding. You've done some of the work, read the books, and you're standing at a threshold you can't cross alone. That threshold is exactly where this work begins. What you're getting with me is someone holds psychological depth, energetic competency, and spiritual fluency — an authentic combination rarely found in one practitioner.
(07) 2100 4460 View (07) 2100 4460
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Ellie Putland
Psychologist, PsyBA Prov
Fortitude Valley, QLD 4006
Ellie Putland works with children, teenagers and adults. She has experience working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, have neurodiversity, autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, are experiencing difficulties with adjustment, substance use, trauma, PTSD, self-esteem/confidence, stress/burnout, bullying, specific learning disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, phobias, anger, personality disorders and psychosis. Ellie works with clients from a trauma-informed care framework and works collaboratively with families on psychoeducation towards their goals.
Ellie Putland works with children, teenagers and adults. She has experience working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, have neurodiversity, autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, are experiencing difficulties with adjustment, substance use, trauma, PTSD, self-esteem/confidence, stress/burnout, bullying, specific learning disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, phobias, anger, personality disorders and psychosis. Ellie works with clients from a trauma-informed care framework and works collaboratively with families on psychoeducation towards their goals.
(07) 3113 9853 View (07) 3113 9853
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Kylie Warren
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Everton Park, QLD 4053
I am a Clinical Psychologist based in North Brisbane (Everton Park). I am passionate about helping individuals of all ages achieve their full potential and lead fulfilling lives. Whether you're seeking therapy, assessment, or simply looking for support and guidance on your personal journey, I am here to help. My approach to therapy is based on the belief that every individual has the capacity for growth and change. Through a collaborative and non-judgmental approach, I aim to help you gain insight into your thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and develop the skills and strategies you need to lead a more fulfilling life.
I am a Clinical Psychologist based in North Brisbane (Everton Park). I am passionate about helping individuals of all ages achieve their full potential and lead fulfilling lives. Whether you're seeking therapy, assessment, or simply looking for support and guidance on your personal journey, I am here to help. My approach to therapy is based on the belief that every individual has the capacity for growth and change. Through a collaborative and non-judgmental approach, I aim to help you gain insight into your thoughts, feelings and behaviors, and develop the skills and strategies you need to lead a more fulfilling life.
(07) 3179 6934 View (07) 3179 6934
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EFL Counselling and Coaching
Psychotherapist, MSc, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Ferny Grove, QLD 4055
Feeling stuck in cycles of relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, stress, or trying to balance work demands with relationships at work and at home? Imagine waking up with feeling steadier, clearer, and more connected, less reactive and able to respond differently. These challenges are inseparable and rarely resolve in isolation, so I use a 360° integrative, neuroscience-informed approach. With over a decade of training and 10,000 plus clinical hours, I help you build insight, regulate emotions, and create safer, healthier patterns that last. At your request I ca nalso intergrade bibilical persfective.
Feeling stuck in cycles of relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, stress, or trying to balance work demands with relationships at work and at home? Imagine waking up with feeling steadier, clearer, and more connected, less reactive and able to respond differently. These challenges are inseparable and rarely resolve in isolation, so I use a 360° integrative, neuroscience-informed approach. With over a decade of training and 10,000 plus clinical hours, I help you build insight, regulate emotions, and create safer, healthier patterns that last. At your request I ca nalso intergrade bibilical persfective.
(07) 2000 5890 View (07) 2000 5890
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Alison Kirby
Social Worker, AASW
Online Only
Chronic illness counselling for individuals across Australia. I specialise in supporting people living with chronic illness and offer online sessions. Living with chronic illness can affect far more than physical health. It can reshape identity, relationships, work, confidence and daily life. As an Accredited Social Worker and Counsellor with lived experience of chronic illness, I provide a supportive space to process the emotional impact of ongoing health challenges.
Chronic illness counselling for individuals across Australia. I specialise in supporting people living with chronic illness and offer online sessions. Living with chronic illness can affect far more than physical health. It can reshape identity, relationships, work, confidence and daily life. As an Accredited Social Worker and Counsellor with lived experience of chronic illness, I provide a supportive space to process the emotional impact of ongoing health challenges.
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Louise Smith
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Enoggera, QLD 4051
If you need to refocus, find a new purpose or address some personal issues that may be holding you back, I'd like to work with you.
If you need to refocus, find a new purpose or address some personal issues that may be holding you back, I'd like to work with you.
(07) 4843 4909 View (07) 4843 4909
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Try a somatic approach to recover from anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and relationship issues. Trauma-informed and neurodiverse-friendly. I help you reduce the symptoms you are experiencing, regulate your emotions, and process the historical hurts your body may have been holding. Empowering you to find your own inner strength and resilience, express your feelings and hold boundaries in relationships. Please note I work with adults over 21 as my therapy requires a level of emotional maturity. I do not offer couples-counselling or the Mental Health Care Plan under Medicare.
Try a somatic approach to recover from anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and relationship issues. Trauma-informed and neurodiverse-friendly. I help you reduce the symptoms you are experiencing, regulate your emotions, and process the historical hurts your body may have been holding. Empowering you to find your own inner strength and resilience, express your feelings and hold boundaries in relationships. Please note I work with adults over 21 as my therapy requires a level of emotional maturity. I do not offer couples-counselling or the Mental Health Care Plan under Medicare.
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Trudy Jacobsen
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Booval, QLD 4304
Many people come to counselling feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, wanting clarity, healthier boundaries, or more fulfilling relationships. They may be navigating past trauma, relationship challenges, or life transitions. What they’re often seeking is a safe space to be heard, make sense of things, and take meaningful steps forward. Therapy offers a chance to reconnect with what matters and build a life that feels more aligned and empowered.
Many people come to counselling feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, wanting clarity, healthier boundaries, or more fulfilling relationships. They may be navigating past trauma, relationship challenges, or life transitions. What they’re often seeking is a safe space to be heard, make sense of things, and take meaningful steps forward. Therapy offers a chance to reconnect with what matters and build a life that feels more aligned and empowered.
(07) 2801 7283 View (07) 2801 7283