Trauma and PTSD Psychologists and Therapists in Auchenflower, QLD
My practice is based on compassion and mindfulness Working form, a trauma informed approach using evidence-based therapeutic interventions that is tailored to your specific needs, I can assist you with gaining insight and learning range of techniques that can guide you to overcome depression, anxiety, trauma (including PTDS), loss and grief, DV and more.
I’m a practical and down-to-earth experienced Counsellor. I acknowledge the importance of recognizing the lived experiences of the individuals and respect their personal resourcefulness, individuality, strengths, and abilities. I believe you are the “expert” in your own situation. Providing a person-cantered approach that maximizes involvement in therapy.
My practice is based on compassion and mindfulness Working form, a trauma informed approach using evidence-based therapeutic interventions that is tailored to your specific needs, I can assist you with gaining insight and learning range of techniques that can guide you to overcome depression, anxiety, trauma (including PTDS), loss and grief, DV and more.
I’m a practical and down-to-earth experienced Counsellor. I acknowledge the importance of recognizing the lived experiences of the individuals and respect their personal resourcefulness, individuality, strengths, and abilities. I believe you are the “expert” in your own situation. Providing a person-cantered approach that maximizes involvement in therapy.
She has a broad range of expertise in treating multiple psychiatric conditions including depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, anxiety, schizophrenia and bipolar.
Pauline provides individual therapy for clients 14 years and over, adults as well as couples and family therapy. She also has a special interest and expertise in providing psychotherapy for forensic matters as well as reports for court (pre-sentencing, mitigating circumstances etc.)
She has a broad range of expertise in treating multiple psychiatric conditions including depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, anxiety, schizophrenia and bipolar.
Pauline provides individual therapy for clients 14 years and over, adults as well as couples and family therapy. She also has a special interest and expertise in providing psychotherapy for forensic matters as well as reports for court (pre-sentencing, mitigating circumstances etc.)
I work with people experiencing various psychological difficulties including anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, difficulty coping with emotions, overwhelming stress, and managing chronic illness.
My approach to therapy is to explore and bring awareness to underlying causes of current symptoms/issues, understand their influence on the present, and provide evidence-based skills to cope and change. I practice primarily from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) frameworks.
I work with people experiencing various psychological difficulties including anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, difficulty coping with emotions, overwhelming stress, and managing chronic illness.
My approach to therapy is to explore and bring awareness to underlying causes of current symptoms/issues, understand their influence on the present, and provide evidence-based skills to cope and change. I practice primarily from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) frameworks.
Psychologist and Practice Director Ivannia Mena is an experienced therapist with a broad range of skills in the treatment of mood disorders, at-risk behaviours, criminal attitudes, addiction and trauma.
Ivannia's trauma-focused approach allows clients to make meaningful connections in order to facilitate internal healing and wellbeing. Offering more than talk therapy, Ivannia works in collaboration with clients to tap into their innate healing mechanism in order to process any past trauma that may be adversely influencing current behaviours and perceptions.
Psychologist and Practice Director Ivannia Mena is an experienced therapist with a broad range of skills in the treatment of mood disorders, at-risk behaviours, criminal attitudes, addiction and trauma.
Ivannia's trauma-focused approach allows clients to make meaningful connections in order to facilitate internal healing and wellbeing. Offering more than talk therapy, Ivannia works in collaboration with clients to tap into their innate healing mechanism in order to process any past trauma that may be adversely influencing current behaviours and perceptions.
Referrals OPEN - My experience of 27 yrs is broad ranging for adults experiencing lifes' challenges. I'm trained in CBT, DBT, ACT & Gottman & utilise tailored approaches to work holistically with people to achieve their desired outcomes. I'm passionate about working with people to reach their potential & make a positive difference in their life. It's important to me to create a meaningful & therapeutic relationship where the client feels safe in the space of my beautifully presented rooms & engage in self-reflection & exploration. Together we'll identify the practical approaches you can use across your life.
Referrals OPEN - My experience of 27 yrs is broad ranging for adults experiencing lifes' challenges. I'm trained in CBT, DBT, ACT & Gottman & utilise tailored approaches to work holistically with people to achieve their desired outcomes. I'm passionate about working with people to reach their potential & make a positive difference in their life. It's important to me to create a meaningful & therapeutic relationship where the client feels safe in the space of my beautifully presented rooms & engage in self-reflection & exploration. Together we'll identify the practical approaches you can use across your life.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-worth and attachment trauma rooted in childhood and family-of-origin relationships.
I am a clinical psychologist working individually with adult clients and I am currently accepting new bookings. Appointments can be made by sending me an email. My therapeutic approach goes beyond management strategies, focusing on collaboratively recognising and addressing core issues, including automatic negative thinking and self-limiting behaviour patterns to facilitate improved self-worth, confidence, motivation for self-care and healthier interpersonal relationships.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-worth and attachment trauma rooted in childhood and family-of-origin relationships.
I am a clinical psychologist working individually with adult clients and I am currently accepting new bookings. Appointments can be made by sending me an email. My therapeutic approach goes beyond management strategies, focusing on collaboratively recognising and addressing core issues, including automatic negative thinking and self-limiting behaviour patterns to facilitate improved self-worth, confidence, motivation for self-care and healthier interpersonal relationships.
Dr Nicole Hess is both founder and director of A to Z Psychology and A to Z Learning Pathways. Nicole aims to empower her clients to explore, unlock, and build on their innate capacity for growth and development and offers neuroaffirming, evidence-based support for ADHD, autism, learning difficulties, anxiety, and burnout.
Nicole works across the age spectrum assisting children, parents, teens, and adults navigate the complexities of bio/psycho/social/emotional challenges. At A to Z psychology we seek to look beyond labels to see the complex individual at the base.
You are not broken! You are wired uniquely and powerfully!
Dr Nicole Hess is both founder and director of A to Z Psychology and A to Z Learning Pathways. Nicole aims to empower her clients to explore, unlock, and build on their innate capacity for growth and development and offers neuroaffirming, evidence-based support for ADHD, autism, learning difficulties, anxiety, and burnout.
Nicole works across the age spectrum assisting children, parents, teens, and adults navigate the complexities of bio/psycho/social/emotional challenges. At A to Z psychology we seek to look beyond labels to see the complex individual at the base.
You are not broken! You are wired uniquely and powerfully!
Are you or your child facing challenges with anxiety, depression, trauma, or difficulties at school or work?
What sets me apart is my unique blend of experience as a psychologist and a registered teacher. I understand the complexities of school environments for both children and teachers, family dynamics, and I’ve worked with individuals from a variety of backgrounds. I am committed to offering tailored care that respects and values your unique experience.
Are you or your child facing challenges with anxiety, depression, trauma, or difficulties at school or work?
What sets me apart is my unique blend of experience as a psychologist and a registered teacher. I understand the complexities of school environments for both children and teachers, family dynamics, and I’ve worked with individuals from a variety of backgrounds. I am committed to offering tailored care that respects and values your unique experience.
Ourania works with adolescents, adults, and parents on issues such as attachment injury, childhood trauma, social/school/workplace/relationship/parenting stress, depression, anxiety, self-esteem and identify challenges, self-harm and suicidal ideation, relationship breakdown and other life transitions, grief, substance misuse, other strategies used to avoid/manage distress, and more.
Dr. Ourania Antokas has been providing 20 years of individually tailored evidence-based assessment and psychotherapy. She provides a respectful, non-judgmental, and safe space to make sense of your experiences whilst developing meaningful and lasting change.
Ourania works with adolescents, adults, and parents on issues such as attachment injury, childhood trauma, social/school/workplace/relationship/parenting stress, depression, anxiety, self-esteem and identify challenges, self-harm and suicidal ideation, relationship breakdown and other life transitions, grief, substance misuse, other strategies used to avoid/manage distress, and more.
Dr. Ourania Antokas has been providing 20 years of individually tailored evidence-based assessment and psychotherapy. She provides a respectful, non-judgmental, and safe space to make sense of your experiences whilst developing meaningful and lasting change.
Webb works with adult individuals and couples who have relational, mental health, trauma-impacted, and behavioural difficulties.
Webb has training and experience in a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Behavioural Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Gestalt Therapy. He also trained in mindfulness body-oriented/somatic therapies such as Trauma Release Exercises (TRE) and Guided Respiration Mindfulness Therapy (GRMT).
Webb works with adult individuals and couples who have relational, mental health, trauma-impacted, and behavioural difficulties.
Webb has training and experience in a variety of therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Behavioural Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Gestalt Therapy. He also trained in mindfulness body-oriented/somatic therapies such as Trauma Release Exercises (TRE) and Guided Respiration Mindfulness Therapy (GRMT).
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All of us go through a range of emotions, thoughts, doubts, and hopes in life. In the complex and transient layers of people and events, we often find ourselves in a difficult situation where nothing much we do seems to help. Please remember you are not alone and that you are not your problem nor diagnosis.
All of us go through a range of emotions, thoughts, doubts, and hopes in life. In the complex and transient layers of people and events, we often find ourselves in a difficult situation where nothing much we do seems to help. Please remember you are not alone and that you are not your problem nor diagnosis.
I am passionate about working with adults who struggle with trauma, autism, OCD, borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, & LGBTQIA+ individuals.
I take a relaxed & gentle approach to therapy sessions whilst remaining focused & analytical. I believe that therapy should be a safe space where you can show up exactly as you are & be met with warmth & compassion.
I am passionate about working with adults who struggle with trauma, autism, OCD, borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, & LGBTQIA+ individuals.
I take a relaxed & gentle approach to therapy sessions whilst remaining focused & analytical. I believe that therapy should be a safe space where you can show up exactly as you are & be met with warmth & compassion.
These can include harm or trauma in childhood or intimate relationships due to, but not limited to, affairs and betrayal, abuse and violence, distance and disconnection, conflict and communication difficulties, and negative long-standing patterns with psychological impacts of anger, fear, distress, anxiety, and self-doubt.
I have 25 years of experience and knowledge in working with people, predominately in the domestic violence and trauma area with women, men and couples. I have had many life experiences and I am a compassionate and mature woman who can work with whatever is important to you, and to the depth you want with whatever you discover in the counselling process.
These can include harm or trauma in childhood or intimate relationships due to, but not limited to, affairs and betrayal, abuse and violence, distance and disconnection, conflict and communication difficulties, and negative long-standing patterns with psychological impacts of anger, fear, distress, anxiety, and self-doubt.
I have 25 years of experience and knowledge in working with people, predominately in the domestic violence and trauma area with women, men and couples. I have had many life experiences and I am a compassionate and mature woman who can work with whatever is important to you, and to the depth you want with whatever you discover in the counselling process.
I am deeply passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community, with a particular focus on gay men's health, trans health, forensics, and individuals who are navigating intergenerational or religious trauma.
In 2021, I was honoured to receive the Health Practitioner of the Year Award from Diverse Voices. This recognition not only celebrates my work but also underscores my commitment to providing inclusive, compassionate care. I believe that diversity holds special meaning, which is reflected my personal and professional dedication to marginalised communities.
I am deeply passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community, with a particular focus on gay men's health, trans health, forensics, and individuals who are navigating intergenerational or religious trauma.
In 2021, I was honoured to receive the Health Practitioner of the Year Award from Diverse Voices. This recognition not only celebrates my work but also underscores my commitment to providing inclusive, compassionate care. I believe that diversity holds special meaning, which is reflected my personal and professional dedication to marginalised communities.
I work with adults and young people on things like trauma and its ongoing impacts, life transitions, stress and burnout, sexuality and gender identity, grief and loss...
If you're looking to work with someone who feels like a real human who cares, with someone who you can build a genuine therapeutic relationship with then I'm your gal. Working with me is like having a space that is just for you, to rage, to cry, to laugh, to share and to be you.
I work with adults and young people on things like trauma and its ongoing impacts, life transitions, stress and burnout, sexuality and gender identity, grief and loss...
If you're looking to work with someone who feels like a real human who cares, with someone who you can build a genuine therapeutic relationship with then I'm your gal. Working with me is like having a space that is just for you, to rage, to cry, to laugh, to share and to be you.
I have extensive experience working with clients presenting/struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Sexual Disorders, Relationships, Career/work related concerns, Self Esteem, Identity/Gender/Sexuality exploration, Cultural Identity, Couples Therapy, Domestic Violence survivors, Sexual Violence survivors. I am trained in Sex therapy and work with individuals or couples. I work with adolescent and adult clients of all genders and ethnicities and I am LGBTQI+ friendly.
I have extensive experience working with clients presenting/struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Sexual Disorders, Relationships, Career/work related concerns, Self Esteem, Identity/Gender/Sexuality exploration, Cultural Identity, Couples Therapy, Domestic Violence survivors, Sexual Violence survivors. I am trained in Sex therapy and work with individuals or couples. I work with adolescent and adult clients of all genders and ethnicities and I am LGBTQI+ friendly.
Perhaps you were exposed to trauma.
Through a careful assessment of your current problems, I will help you to identify and overcome the obstacles that are keeping you stuck, while helping you live a more rewarding and engaging life. In many cases, I help people to feel like their former selves. I achieve this through using sound psychological approaches that have proven to work.
Perhaps you were exposed to trauma.
Through a careful assessment of your current problems, I will help you to identify and overcome the obstacles that are keeping you stuck, while helping you live a more rewarding and engaging life. In many cases, I help people to feel like their former selves. I achieve this through using sound psychological approaches that have proven to work.
People often come to therapy without a clear way of explaining what’s wrong. It may feel like something is not quite working, is harder than it should be, or has become difficult to manage.
You do not need to have the right words or a clear explanation to begin. What matters is having space to speak openly and to be taken seriously.
Rather than starting with assumptions or labels, the focus is on understanding how things have developed, how they are functioning now, and what makes sense for you. From there, therapy is shaped in a way that is built around you, not applied to you.
People often come to therapy without a clear way of explaining what’s wrong. It may feel like something is not quite working, is harder than it should be, or has become difficult to manage.
You do not need to have the right words or a clear explanation to begin. What matters is having space to speak openly and to be taken seriously.
Rather than starting with assumptions or labels, the focus is on understanding how things have developed, how they are functioning now, and what makes sense for you. From there, therapy is shaped in a way that is built around you, not applied to you.
I believe all people have an innate capacity for wisdom and, with this, a natural capacity for healing. I aim to empower people by supporting their connection to this inner wisdom while gently addressing the barriers that may limit access to it and prevent them from living a full and enriching life. Many people experience difficulties related to unresolved issues from the past, stressful relationship dynamics, work-related challenges, self-defeating behavioural patterns, and self-critical ways of thinking. Psychological counselling can help to develop insight, build on your strengths, and support meaningful and lasting change.
I believe all people have an innate capacity for wisdom and, with this, a natural capacity for healing. I aim to empower people by supporting their connection to this inner wisdom while gently addressing the barriers that may limit access to it and prevent them from living a full and enriching life. Many people experience difficulties related to unresolved issues from the past, stressful relationship dynamics, work-related challenges, self-defeating behavioural patterns, and self-critical ways of thinking. Psychological counselling can help to develop insight, build on your strengths, and support meaningful and lasting change.
My areas include anxiety, panic and phobia; PTSD, depression; stress; fatherhood concerns; intimacy, sexual functioning and relationship challenges; anger management; self-worth and self-esteem; and substance use that is not the primary presenting problem.
In-Person (Mount Gravatt QLD) or online Australia Wide. I am dedicated to improving men's mental health through empowering you to better understand your thoughts, feelings and behaviors in a way that enables you to live a higher life. Through engaging in therapy, you can feel heard, understood and helped, with a focus on developing practical tools to help you manage the challenges of life. I have 15 plus years of experience supporting men in Defence, hospitals, the veteran's community and in private practice, and believe that gaining insight into your own experience can lead to new ways of living.
My areas include anxiety, panic and phobia; PTSD, depression; stress; fatherhood concerns; intimacy, sexual functioning and relationship challenges; anger management; self-worth and self-esteem; and substance use that is not the primary presenting problem.
In-Person (Mount Gravatt QLD) or online Australia Wide. I am dedicated to improving men's mental health through empowering you to better understand your thoughts, feelings and behaviors in a way that enables you to live a higher life. Through engaging in therapy, you can feel heard, understood and helped, with a focus on developing practical tools to help you manage the challenges of life. I have 15 plus years of experience supporting men in Defence, hospitals, the veteran's community and in private practice, and believe that gaining insight into your own experience can lead to new ways of living.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.