Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Brisbane, QLD
Sophie is a registered Psychologist and sees adults and teens in Brisbane / Meanjin for trauma-informed, evidence-based, and neuro-affirming therapy.
Sophie is a warm and authentic Psychologist who is collaborative and transparent, providing validation and empathy and working in an evidence-based and trauma-informed way. Sophie's goal is to make you feel safe, supported, and give you a sense of agency. Sophie seeks ongoing feedback, adapts to what a person needs, and has an integrative approach.
Sophie is a registered Psychologist and sees adults and teens in Brisbane / Meanjin for trauma-informed, evidence-based, and neuro-affirming therapy.
Sophie is a warm and authentic Psychologist who is collaborative and transparent, providing validation and empathy and working in an evidence-based and trauma-informed way. Sophie's goal is to make you feel safe, supported, and give you a sense of agency. Sophie seeks ongoing feedback, adapts to what a person needs, and has an integrative approach.
I particularly enjoy working with young adults as they navigate change along their journey of life. I work with adults of all ages, genders, cultures, economic backgrounds and sexual orientations. Face to face is optimal however I am able to conduct counselling via telehealth or phone.
I particularly enjoy working with young adults as they navigate change along their journey of life. I work with adults of all ages, genders, cultures, economic backgrounds and sexual orientations. Face to face is optimal however I am able to conduct counselling via telehealth or phone.
I tend to work with my clients at a deeper level, by exploring emotions and unmet needs, as well as by processing past trauma for those who wish to do so.
Hello! I am a multilingual AuDHD Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in providing neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapy to adults who are (or who believe they might be) autistic and/or ADHD. I combine several evidence-based therapy modalities to collaboratively create a treatment plan that is carefully tailored to the person’s neurotype, goals and capacity in terms of their available energy levels. If you have experienced the more traditional forms of therapy as neuro-normative and it did not quite resonate with you, please get in touch. I would love to hear from you.
I tend to work with my clients at a deeper level, by exploring emotions and unmet needs, as well as by processing past trauma for those who wish to do so.
Hello! I am a multilingual AuDHD Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in providing neurodiversity-affirming psychotherapy to adults who are (or who believe they might be) autistic and/or ADHD. I combine several evidence-based therapy modalities to collaboratively create a treatment plan that is carefully tailored to the person’s neurotype, goals and capacity in terms of their available energy levels. If you have experienced the more traditional forms of therapy as neuro-normative and it did not quite resonate with you, please get in touch. I would love to hear from you.
But adverse childhood experiences or attachment trauma, as well as neuro-divergence, can make it hard to feel safe and calm in our relationships with others.
Informed by evidence-based approaches, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) and an attachment and trauma-sensitive lens, my focus is creating a safe, supportive space for individuals and partners to step into the courageous conversations that lead to deeper, closer emotional connection.
But adverse childhood experiences or attachment trauma, as well as neuro-divergence, can make it hard to feel safe and calm in our relationships with others.
Informed by evidence-based approaches, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) and an attachment and trauma-sensitive lens, my focus is creating a safe, supportive space for individuals and partners to step into the courageous conversations that lead to deeper, closer emotional connection.
I have particular interests in perinatal wellbeing, mind-body (psychosomatic) symptoms and psychosis, alongside broader concerns such as anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship problems, eating difficulties, and uncertain sense of self.
I offer psychodynamic and psychoanalytic psychotherapy for people who wish to explore their inner world, emotional life, and experiences in a thoughtful and meaningful way. I work with people experiencing a wide range of emotional, psychological, relational, or psychiatric difficulties, as well as with those seeking deeper self-understanding.
I am committed to culturally respectful and inclusive practice and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
I have particular interests in perinatal wellbeing, mind-body (psychosomatic) symptoms and psychosis, alongside broader concerns such as anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship problems, eating difficulties, and uncertain sense of self.
I offer psychodynamic and psychoanalytic psychotherapy for people who wish to explore their inner world, emotional life, and experiences in a thoughtful and meaningful way. I work with people experiencing a wide range of emotional, psychological, relational, or psychiatric difficulties, as well as with those seeking deeper self-understanding.
I am committed to culturally respectful and inclusive practice and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Often my patients are struggling with trauma, chronic distress, or unhelpful relationship dynamics, and want to feel better and regain control.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist with 10+ years of experience, including 7 years of full-time tertiary studies and 4+ years of clinical practice. Unlike many who use psychodynamic concepts without formal training, I help patients uncover the root causes of distress, understand triggers, and build resilience, fostering lasting clarity and change.
Often my patients are struggling with trauma, chronic distress, or unhelpful relationship dynamics, and want to feel better and regain control.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist with 10+ years of experience, including 7 years of full-time tertiary studies and 4+ years of clinical practice. Unlike many who use psychodynamic concepts without formal training, I help patients uncover the root causes of distress, understand triggers, and build resilience, fostering lasting clarity and change.
Try a somatic approach to recover from anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and relationship issues.
I am an anxiety specialist. I am a warm and friendly university-trained somatic psychotherapist and somatic-movement therapist. I combine talk therapy with regulation techniques, movement and breathing to help you feel calmer, safer, grounded, and even energised.
Try a somatic approach to recover from anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and relationship issues.
I am an anxiety specialist. I am a warm and friendly university-trained somatic psychotherapist and somatic-movement therapist. I combine talk therapy with regulation techniques, movement and breathing to help you feel calmer, safer, grounded, and even energised.
I work with difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, dissociation, providing clients with evidence-based approaches and drawing from treatments such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitisation reprocessing (EMDR), schema therapy and ego state therapy amongst others.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious or depressed and don't understand why or know how to feel better? I am passionate in making a meaningful difference in client's lives by providing an inviting, empathic, safe space to explore experiences, assist learning and understanding themselves, patterns of thinking and behaviour. Together I work with clients in understanding where their patterns of thinking came from and develop strategies to assist healing and growth.
I work with difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, dissociation, providing clients with evidence-based approaches and drawing from treatments such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitisation reprocessing (EMDR), schema therapy and ego state therapy amongst others.
Are you feeling stressed, anxious or depressed and don't understand why or know how to feel better? I am passionate in making a meaningful difference in client's lives by providing an inviting, empathic, safe space to explore experiences, assist learning and understanding themselves, patterns of thinking and behaviour. Together I work with clients in understanding where their patterns of thinking came from and develop strategies to assist healing and growth.
I work with people navigating a wide range of issues, including trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief and loss, relationship and attachment challenges, burnout, life transitions and more.
Hi there, I’m a psychotherapist, EMDR therapist and clinical mental health therapist (social work) offering both in-person sessions in Bulimba and online. I believe therapy begins with connection. The trust and safety you feel with your therapist create the foundation for meaningful change. It’s from that place that feeling truly supported, nurtured, empowered and more connected to yourself can begin.
If you're looking for someone who brings genuine presence, curiosity, and the ability to sit with your vulnerability, strengths, and complexity with care, then you're in the right place.
I work with people navigating a wide range of issues, including trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief and loss, relationship and attachment challenges, burnout, life transitions and more.
Hi there, I’m a psychotherapist, EMDR therapist and clinical mental health therapist (social work) offering both in-person sessions in Bulimba and online. I believe therapy begins with connection. The trust and safety you feel with your therapist create the foundation for meaningful change. It’s from that place that feeling truly supported, nurtured, empowered and more connected to yourself can begin.
If you're looking for someone who brings genuine presence, curiosity, and the ability to sit with your vulnerability, strengths, and complexity with care, then you're in the right place.
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.)
Anxiety, depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD), Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), Substance Abuse, and Relationship problems.
We deliver cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy and other evidence-based treatments to adult clients with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and adjustment problems.
Anxiety, depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD), Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), Substance Abuse, and Relationship problems.
We deliver cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy and other evidence-based treatments to adult clients with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and adjustment problems.
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.
Michelle Galati Psychology
Psychologist, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Springfield Central, QLD 4300
CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, EMDR trained, Gottman, Positive Psychology, Trauma Informed care, Structural Dissociation Therapy.
Michelle Galati is a psychologist with 14 years experience who is passionate about working with individuals and groups to improve the quality of their lives. She approaches therapy in a collaborative manner to address important issues to allow clients to reach their full potential and create a rich, full, and meaningful life. She works with Adults (18+) in a non judgmental and relaxed environment. Therapy goals are to aid in developing new skills to help people struggling get 'unstuck' and move forwards in their life. Please check the website for comprehensive details about about services that Michelle can offer you.
CBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, EMDR trained, Gottman, Positive Psychology, Trauma Informed care, Structural Dissociation Therapy.
Michelle Galati is a psychologist with 14 years experience who is passionate about working with individuals and groups to improve the quality of their lives. She approaches therapy in a collaborative manner to address important issues to allow clients to reach their full potential and create a rich, full, and meaningful life. She works with Adults (18+) in a non judgmental and relaxed environment. Therapy goals are to aid in developing new skills to help people struggling get 'unstuck' and move forwards in their life. Please check the website for comprehensive details about about services that Michelle can offer you.
They may be living with anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, or depression, feeling stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand, or navigating major life transitions and relationship or parenting challenges.
I provide individualised, evidence-based therapy for adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families, drawing on CBT, ACT, Solution-Focused Therapy, IPT, DBT skills, mindfulness, and EMDR. Each therapy plan is tailored to the client’s unique needs and goals. I also offer comprehensive assessments for neurodivergence (ASD, ADHD) and learning disorders.
They may be living with anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, or depression, feeling stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand, or navigating major life transitions and relationship or parenting challenges.
I provide individualised, evidence-based therapy for adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families, drawing on CBT, ACT, Solution-Focused Therapy, IPT, DBT skills, mindfulness, and EMDR. Each therapy plan is tailored to the client’s unique needs and goals. I also offer comprehensive assessments for neurodivergence (ASD, ADHD) and learning disorders.
Bluest Skies Counselling + Animal Assisted Therapy
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Springfield Lakes, QLD 4300
Bluest Skies has 2 branches:
Counselling and Animal Assisted Therapy is private practice counselling service for children, families and individuals impacted by Trauma with the support of my Golden Retriever, Pirate.
I like to work creatively with clients, especially children and adolescents I work in a flexible and client centred way and adapt my therapeutic interventions to suit the age, need and goals of the client. I work with my therapy dog in the room, utilising a Neuroscience, Attachment and Trauma informed framework.
Bluest Skies has 2 branches:
Counselling and Animal Assisted Therapy is private practice counselling service for children, families and individuals impacted by Trauma with the support of my Golden Retriever, Pirate.
I like to work creatively with clients, especially children and adolescents I work in a flexible and client centred way and adapt my therapeutic interventions to suit the age, need and goals of the client. I work with my therapy dog in the room, utilising a Neuroscience, Attachment and Trauma informed framework.
Tanya’s areas of specialisation is working with young adults and adults who have experienced trauma or are experiencing relationship issues or a loss, whether it be a end of a relationship, career or death of a loved one in their lives.
Tanya Genito has 23 years of experience working as a psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. Her overall aim is to help people find meaning in their lives and feel they have the control to live life fully.
Tanya’s areas of specialisation is working with young adults and adults who have experienced trauma or are experiencing relationship issues or a loss, whether it be a end of a relationship, career or death of a loved one in their lives.
Tanya Genito has 23 years of experience working as a psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. Her overall aim is to help people find meaning in their lives and feel they have the control to live life fully.
She currently works with a range of mental health issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, substance abuse issues, post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Sharna has been a generally registered Psychologist since 2020. She is traines in EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), and also utilises a range of therapeutic modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy.
She currently works with a range of mental health issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, substance abuse issues, post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Sharna has been a generally registered Psychologist since 2020. She is traines in EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), and also utilises a range of therapeutic modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy.
Assist people in need to better manage their issues and worries in a culturally appropriate way through counselling and allied health collaboration model so that they increase the ability of resilience and maintain physical and psychological health wherever they live.
Assist people in need to better manage their issues and worries in a culturally appropriate way through counselling and allied health collaboration model so that they increase the ability of resilience and maintain physical and psychological health wherever they live.
Helen is warm and welcoming registered level 3 Clinical Counsellor with a passion for supporting people through trauma and life's challenges.
Trauma • Woman's mental health • Veterans • Dissociative Disorders • Mood disorders • Autism & ADHD • OCD • Self-development • Behavioural management • Neurological & Developmental concerns •LGBTIQA+ •Grief
Helen is warm and welcoming registered level 3 Clinical Counsellor with a passion for supporting people through trauma and life's challenges.
Trauma • Woman's mental health • Veterans • Dissociative Disorders • Mood disorders • Autism & ADHD • OCD • Self-development • Behavioural management • Neurological & Developmental concerns •LGBTIQA+ •Grief
While trained to see individuals with a wide variety of presenting issues, my specialities are:
Depression,
Bipolar Disorder,
Unresolved childhood trauma,
ADHD,
Self-medicating,
Chronic pain and
Unexplained medical issues.
Hi there, my name is Nic. Having a previous careers in full-time dance and as a medical doctor, becoming a registered counsellor and psychotherapist is more than just a profession to me —it is my true calling. I will mentor you in self compassion while I help you to uncover what obstacles are standing in your way. Together, we’ll explore your core values and beliefs to see whether they still serve you, especially in light of any recent changes in your life. I’ll gently challenge you to reflect not only on your present circumstances, but also on your broader sense of life purpose.
While trained to see individuals with a wide variety of presenting issues, my specialities are:
Depression,
Bipolar Disorder,
Unresolved childhood trauma,
ADHD,
Self-medicating,
Chronic pain and
Unexplained medical issues.
Hi there, my name is Nic. Having a previous careers in full-time dance and as a medical doctor, becoming a registered counsellor and psychotherapist is more than just a profession to me —it is my true calling. I will mentor you in self compassion while I help you to uncover what obstacles are standing in your way. Together, we’ll explore your core values and beliefs to see whether they still serve you, especially in light of any recent changes in your life. I’ll gently challenge you to reflect not only on your present circumstances, but also on your broader sense of life purpose.
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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.