Domestic Abuse Psychologists and Therapists in Brisbane, QLD
I specialise in supporting people who come from anxiety, depression, trauma, suicide ideation, and domestic or family violence.
I believe in collaborative and person-focused counselling, and I work to tailor my approach to fit your strength in order to bring understanding, meaning, and fulfilment to both the therapeutic process and your ongoing life. My key strength as a counsellor is my authenticity, as this drives the connection and trust that underpins a successful session. I support people to access their
I specialise in supporting people who come from anxiety, depression, trauma, suicide ideation, and domestic or family violence.
I believe in collaborative and person-focused counselling, and I work to tailor my approach to fit your strength in order to bring understanding, meaning, and fulfilment to both the therapeutic process and your ongoing life. My key strength as a counsellor is my authenticity, as this drives the connection and trust that underpins a successful session. I support people to access their
Are you worried about your child’s anxiety, big emotions, behaviour challenges or school refusal? I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker who supports children aged 4–12 years and their families to build confidence, emotional regulation and coping skills.
With younger children I use Child-Centered Play Therapy, allowing children to express and process feelings through play — their natural language.
I work closely with parents to help them better understand and support their child’s emotional wellbeing. Medicare rebates may be available with a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan.
Are you worried about your child’s anxiety, big emotions, behaviour challenges or school refusal? I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker who supports children aged 4–12 years and their families to build confidence, emotional regulation and coping skills.
With younger children I use Child-Centered Play Therapy, allowing children to express and process feelings through play — their natural language.
I work closely with parents to help them better understand and support their child’s emotional wellbeing. Medicare rebates may be available with a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan.
Hi, I’m Natalie, owner of Castlewell Counselling and Psychotherapy and a PACFA-registered counsellor. I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief, disordered eating, addiction, and relationship challenges. Many clients come to counselling when they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Through a trauma-informed and collaborative approach, I support clients to better understand themselves, develop effective coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change. I offer telehealth sessions across Australia and face-to-face counselling in the Brisbane area.
Hi, I’m Natalie, owner of Castlewell Counselling and Psychotherapy and a PACFA-registered counsellor. I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, grief, disordered eating, addiction, and relationship challenges. Many clients come to counselling when they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Through a trauma-informed and collaborative approach, I support clients to better understand themselves, develop effective coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change. I offer telehealth sessions across Australia and face-to-face counselling in the Brisbane area.
The main foci of my practice are the many aspects of human relationships, including ethical non-monogamy, commercial, LGBTIQA+, pathological (e.g. antagonistic / narcissistic abuse), relationship therapy using Gottman methods and loneliness.
I am a transgender woman counsellor with lived experience in gender and sexuality diversity, atypical relationship structures including polyamory, sex work and adult relational trauma.
The main foci of my practice are the many aspects of human relationships, including ethical non-monogamy, commercial, LGBTIQA+, pathological (e.g. antagonistic / narcissistic abuse), relationship therapy using Gottman methods and loneliness.
I am a transgender woman counsellor with lived experience in gender and sexuality diversity, atypical relationship structures including polyamory, sex work and adult relational trauma.
Do you feel somewhat stuck? Perhaps overwhelm, physical pain or yearning for something different? Maybe you'd simply like to do better? Why not consider a coupling of counselling, clinical hypnotherapy and strategic psychotherapy? Unaware, you may be running outdated patterns which are at odds with the YOU of today, making it difficult to navigate and effect change. I use permissive Ericksonian hypnotherapy (particularly the Gordian Pillars) to uncover well-worn patterns of stuckness, then gently infuse the subconscious with alternate options. Safe, effective, gentle and life-changing.
Do you feel somewhat stuck? Perhaps overwhelm, physical pain or yearning for something different? Maybe you'd simply like to do better? Why not consider a coupling of counselling, clinical hypnotherapy and strategic psychotherapy? Unaware, you may be running outdated patterns which are at odds with the YOU of today, making it difficult to navigate and effect change. I use permissive Ericksonian hypnotherapy (particularly the Gordian Pillars) to uncover well-worn patterns of stuckness, then gently infuse the subconscious with alternate options. Safe, effective, gentle and life-changing.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, grief or identity struggles? You don’t have to face it alone.
I’m Audrey, the counsellor behind Enrei Counselling, providing trauma-informed, culturally sensitive support to adults across Australia. Together, we’ll create a safe, compassionate space to gently explore your emotions and attachment experiences. Through deepening emotional awareness, we’ll heal relational wounds, strengthen your connections, and build emotional resilience.
You can expect greater emotional insight, healing from past hurts, practical tools for managing anxiety and grief, and support that honours your identity.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, grief or identity struggles? You don’t have to face it alone.
I’m Audrey, the counsellor behind Enrei Counselling, providing trauma-informed, culturally sensitive support to adults across Australia. Together, we’ll create a safe, compassionate space to gently explore your emotions and attachment experiences. Through deepening emotional awareness, we’ll heal relational wounds, strengthen your connections, and build emotional resilience.
You can expect greater emotional insight, healing from past hurts, practical tools for managing anxiety and grief, and support that honours your identity.
Are you broken-hearted? Find hope and healing as you learn to love yourself again. Has trauma visited your life? Reclaim your life from the effects of hurt and pain and rediscover your hopes and dreams for a hope-filled future.
Are you broken-hearted? Find hope and healing as you learn to love yourself again. Has trauma visited your life? Reclaim your life from the effects of hurt and pain and rediscover your hopes and dreams for a hope-filled future.
Feeling overwhelmed by trauma, burnout, or depression, needing to heal and grow, and aiming to rebuild confidence, break toxic cycles, and create a balanced, fulfilling life.
Feeling overwhelmed by trauma, burnout, or depression, needing to heal and grow, and aiming to rebuild confidence, break toxic cycles, and create a balanced, fulfilling life.
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 an accredited and credentialed mental health, domestic and family violence and child protection Social Worker and counsellor.
Working with someone requires trust, safety and collaboration. With extensive Tertiary, credentialing, practice experience and skills that are additional to a relationship focused and compassionate human you who will you meet with…your balance is what we can find …. together
I am an accredited and credentialed mental health, domestic and family violence and child protection Social Worker and counsellor.
Working with someone requires trust, safety and collaboration. With extensive Tertiary, credentialing, practice experience and skills that are additional to a relationship focused and compassionate human you who will you meet with…your balance is what we can find …. together
I am a dedicated practitioner with passion for helping individuals between the ages of 12 and 65 overcome their emotional challenges and live fulfilling lives. In my practice, I take a holistic approach to therapy, considering each individual as a unique whole. I believe that mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, PTSD, and complex PTSD are not isolated conditions but rather manifestations of deeper underlying factors. By working collaboratively with the client, we are able to identify and understand the root causes, recognising that each person's experiences and challenges are multifaceted and complex.
I am a dedicated practitioner with passion for helping individuals between the ages of 12 and 65 overcome their emotional challenges and live fulfilling lives. In my practice, I take a holistic approach to therapy, considering each individual as a unique whole. I believe that mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, PTSD, and complex PTSD are not isolated conditions but rather manifestations of deeper underlying factors. By working collaboratively with the client, we are able to identify and understand the root causes, recognising that each person's experiences and challenges are multifaceted and complex.
I support clients by providing a warm, grounded, person-centred space where you can explore your experiences with clarity and insight. My work is guided by respect, collaboration, and a belief in your capacity for growth. Offering flexible, tailored counselling that meets you where you are — whether you need support making sense of overwhelming emotions, navigating life transitions, strengthening relationships, or understanding patterns that no longer serve you. Together, we work at your pace to build insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
I support clients by providing a warm, grounded, person-centred space where you can explore your experiences with clarity and insight. My work is guided by respect, collaboration, and a belief in your capacity for growth. Offering flexible, tailored counselling that meets you where you are — whether you need support making sense of overwhelming emotions, navigating life transitions, strengthening relationships, or understanding patterns that no longer serve you. Together, we work at your pace to build insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
I work with:
Neurodivergent trauma & domestic abuse survivors
Autistic/ADHD couples navigating relationships
ND teens - relationships, dating, safety, & launching into adulthood
ND adults dealing with burnout, identity, life transitions & parenting
NDIS participants seeking genuine support
What I offer:
EMDR & trauma-informed therapies designed for your brain
Neuro-affirming approach (no masking required)
ADOS-2 & ADI-R autism assessments (teens & adults)
You can be assured that I don't do:
Cookie-cutter therapy (you will get personal attention, not one size fits all)
Making you pretend to be neurotypical (hell haven't we all masked for way too long)
Wasting your time with fluff (time to get real results)
I know that getting a late diagnosis is a journey and you deserve to be heard and understood.
I work with:
Neurodivergent trauma & domestic abuse survivors
Autistic/ADHD couples navigating relationships
ND teens - relationships, dating, safety, & launching into adulthood
ND adults dealing with burnout, identity, life transitions & parenting
NDIS participants seeking genuine support
What I offer:
EMDR & trauma-informed therapies designed for your brain
Neuro-affirming approach (no masking required)
ADOS-2 & ADI-R autism assessments (teens & adults)
You can be assured that I don't do:
Cookie-cutter therapy (you will get personal attention, not one size fits all)
Making you pretend to be neurotypical (hell haven't we all masked for way too long)
Wasting your time with fluff (time to get real results)
I know that getting a late diagnosis is a journey and you deserve to be heard and understood.
Renee Louise Brown
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Spring Hill, QLD 4000
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! I'm Renee - a clinical psychologist and Accredited EMDR Practitioner offering individual therapy to adults with complex/post-traumatic stress disorders, attachment difficulties, and phobias. I use an integrative approach to developing tailored treatment plans, also drawing upon ACT, CBT, and Schema Therapy interventions. Appointments are available via Telehealth or in Spring Hill, Brisbane.
Hi! I'm Renee - a clinical psychologist and Accredited EMDR Practitioner offering individual therapy to adults with complex/post-traumatic stress disorders, attachment difficulties, and phobias. I use an integrative approach to developing tailored treatment plans, also drawing upon ACT, CBT, and Schema Therapy interventions. Appointments are available via Telehealth or in Spring Hill, Brisbane.
My areas of expertise are Family Relationships, Parenting, past and present Domestic Violence, current and past trauma, mental health concerns, sexual abuse, grief and loss.
I am a highly qualified Mental Health practitioner with over 20 years of professional experience. My practice is grounded in a strengths-based perspective, actively assisting clients in identifying their strengths and reflecting on their own stories and experiences to achieve their goals. Working with diverse clients of various ages and backgrounds, LGBTIQA+,NDIS
My areas of expertise are Family Relationships, Parenting, past and present Domestic Violence, current and past trauma, mental health concerns, sexual abuse, grief and loss.
I am a highly qualified Mental Health practitioner with over 20 years of professional experience. My practice is grounded in a strengths-based perspective, actively assisting clients in identifying their strengths and reflecting on their own stories and experiences to achieve their goals. Working with diverse clients of various ages and backgrounds, LGBTIQA+,NDIS
As a social worker, I take a holistic person-centered approach addressing my client's needs by supporting individuals to feel empowered and confident within themselves. I strive to encourage self-determination of all people including their families. I believe everyone has their own individual traits and I respect people for who they are and what they believe in. With coping strategies, we can work together so you can achieve your personal goals.
Hayley has extensive experience supporting clients and their families affected by depression, anxiety, suicide prevention, self-harm, trauma, ADHD, ASD, grief and loss.
As a social worker, I take a holistic person-centered approach addressing my client's needs by supporting individuals to feel empowered and confident within themselves. I strive to encourage self-determination of all people including their families. I believe everyone has their own individual traits and I respect people for who they are and what they believe in. With coping strategies, we can work together so you can achieve your personal goals.
Hayley has extensive experience supporting clients and their families affected by depression, anxiety, suicide prevention, self-harm, trauma, ADHD, ASD, grief and loss.
Hi, I'm Belinda. I have worked as a psychologist for almost 20 years. I see you, awake in the middle of the night, or feeling your heart race for no reason, perhaps even feeling overwhelmed by the smallest things. I get that sometimes you feel so low, even when your life looks good on paper. Or maybe it doesn't look like the life you were after. All adults are welcome at Reset Psychology. More recently, I have developed a unique interest in working with midlife women and the challenges that show up in the peri-post menopause space. Learning to understand and manage the challenges that show up is vital to good health.
Hi, I'm Belinda. I have worked as a psychologist for almost 20 years. I see you, awake in the middle of the night, or feeling your heart race for no reason, perhaps even feeling overwhelmed by the smallest things. I get that sometimes you feel so low, even when your life looks good on paper. Or maybe it doesn't look like the life you were after. All adults are welcome at Reset Psychology. More recently, I have developed a unique interest in working with midlife women and the challenges that show up in the peri-post menopause space. Learning to understand and manage the challenges that show up is vital to good health.
, GP MHCP, Victim Assist QLD, Work Cover, NDIS, QPS SelfRefer, Victim Services NSW, NIISQ)
I provide my clients with a safe and non-judgemental space to be vulnerable, to be honest with yourself and to be brave. My experience as a psychologist has been in the public and private sector, including a specialty background of working with forensic clients (e.g., victims of crime, child protection referrals, and those who’ve been convicted of crime). I have over 7+ years’ experience in trauma-informed care with individuals and families. I work closely with my clients to help them feel empowered to navigate their challenges.
, GP MHCP, Victim Assist QLD, Work Cover, NDIS, QPS SelfRefer, Victim Services NSW, NIISQ)
I provide my clients with a safe and non-judgemental space to be vulnerable, to be honest with yourself and to be brave. My experience as a psychologist has been in the public and private sector, including a specialty background of working with forensic clients (e.g., victims of crime, child protection referrals, and those who’ve been convicted of crime). I have over 7+ years’ experience in trauma-informed care with individuals and families. I work closely with my clients to help them feel empowered to navigate their challenges.
I view mental health concerns and recovery as a normal part of life, and my clients as the experts in their own lives. I help people tailor proven strategies for growth and recovery that are individual to them. I work with adults of all ages, older adolescents (16+), women, men, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. My areas of interest include: depressio, anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), perinatal mental health, sleep conditions, life transitions and personal goals, and grief and loss.
I view mental health concerns and recovery as a normal part of life, and my clients as the experts in their own lives. I help people tailor proven strategies for growth and recovery that are individual to them. I work with adults of all ages, older adolescents (16+), women, men, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. My areas of interest include: depressio, anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), perinatal mental health, sleep conditions, life transitions and personal goals, and grief and loss.
Stop, Collaborate & Listen - Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Munruben, QLD 4125
Waitlist for new clients
As a late diagnosed Autistic/ADHD/PDA individual, I proudly own who I am and utilise this as a foundation for my framework of practise as a Registered Counsellor. It has given me the permission to deeply root myself in neurodiverse affirmative counselling; a strengths based, non-pathologising type of therapy where each individual’s unique neurotype, sensory needs, values, beliefs, and current lifestyle form the foundation for therapy. It gives me such joy to work with people in the process of unmasking, and gently guide them as they discover what living authentically can be like.
As a late diagnosed Autistic/ADHD/PDA individual, I proudly own who I am and utilise this as a foundation for my framework of practise as a Registered Counsellor. It has given me the permission to deeply root myself in neurodiverse affirmative counselling; a strengths based, non-pathologising type of therapy where each individual’s unique neurotype, sensory needs, values, beliefs, and current lifestyle form the foundation for therapy. It gives me such joy to work with people in the process of unmasking, and gently guide them as they discover what living authentically can be like.
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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.