Codependency Psychologists and Therapists in Buderim, QLD

Coastal Hearts Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Buderim, QLD 4556
As well as typical talk therapy, I utilise non-verbal, creative interventions at times to enable the expression of feelings, emotions and thoughts through expressive modalities such as drawing or using LEGO bricks. This helps to communicate relevant issues and enhance self-understanding, self-development and healing when finding the right words is simply too difficult. I am a registered counsellor also providing support to NDIS self-managed and plan-managed clients in-person or via telehealth Australia-wide.
As well as typical talk therapy, I utilise non-verbal, creative interventions at times to enable the expression of feelings, emotions and thoughts through expressive modalities such as drawing or using LEGO bricks. This helps to communicate relevant issues and enhance self-understanding, self-development and healing when finding the right words is simply too difficult. I am a registered counsellor also providing support to NDIS self-managed and plan-managed clients in-person or via telehealth Australia-wide.
(07) 5240 2404 View (07) 5240 2404
Heidi Christie - Nurtured Hearts
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Buderim, QLD 4556
You are so much more than a symptom, a struggle, or a diagnosis. People come to therapy for different reasons—often to work through challenges, and also in search of something more: greater self-understanding, connection or meaning. I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore both life’s challenges and opportunities for growth. I'm guided by a holistic understanding that our inner and outer worlds are deeply interconnected through mind, body, emotion, relationship, health, environment and spirit. I am passionate about these connections, particularly in the areas of complex trauma, chronic health conditions and ancestral patterns
You are so much more than a symptom, a struggle, or a diagnosis. People come to therapy for different reasons—often to work through challenges, and also in search of something more: greater self-understanding, connection or meaning. I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore both life’s challenges and opportunities for growth. I'm guided by a holistic understanding that our inner and outer worlds are deeply interconnected through mind, body, emotion, relationship, health, environment and spirit. I am passionate about these connections, particularly in the areas of complex trauma, chronic health conditions and ancestral patterns
(07) 5241 4441 View (07) 5241 4441
Kaatheryn Tempest
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Buderim, QLD 4556
I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, disconnection, overwhelm, or repeated relational conflict, and who are ready for something deeper than surface-level change. My approach is calm, relational, and depth-oriented. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, we work by understanding behaviours and the drivers behind them — the patterns, protective strategies, emotions, and unmet needs that shape how you relate to yourself and others. This allows change to happen in a way that feels steady, not forced. Clients often describe feeling safe, understood, and guided toward meaningful change.
I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, disconnection, overwhelm, or repeated relational conflict, and who are ready for something deeper than surface-level change. My approach is calm, relational, and depth-oriented. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, we work by understanding behaviours and the drivers behind them — the patterns, protective strategies, emotions, and unmet needs that shape how you relate to yourself and others. This allows change to happen in a way that feels steady, not forced. Clients often describe feeling safe, understood, and guided toward meaningful change.
(07) 5230 8049 View (07) 5230 8049
Andrew Vines
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Emotional struggles often signal that something in your life needs attention. Anxiety, mood fluctuations, addictions, and relationship struggles can leave you feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. Unprocessed challenging experiences, such as trauma, narcissistic abuse, domestic/family violence and addictions can shape how you see yourself and the world, making it hard to break free from harmful patterns.
Emotional struggles often signal that something in your life needs attention. Anxiety, mood fluctuations, addictions, and relationship struggles can leave you feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. Unprocessed challenging experiences, such as trauma, narcissistic abuse, domestic/family violence and addictions can shape how you see yourself and the world, making it hard to break free from harmful patterns.
(07) 5240 9979 View (07) 5240 9979
Mary Ann Killian-Dover
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
I have 18 years experience as a counsellor, from being a school counselor to managing a woman's crisis refuge and in private practice. Counselling is a safe and confidential space where you are able to express yourself without judgment and where you will become more aware of who you are. This unique environment helps you overcome life-speed bumps and place of personal growth and empowers you to become the best you.
I have 18 years experience as a counsellor, from being a school counselor to managing a woman's crisis refuge and in private practice. Counselling is a safe and confidential space where you are able to express yourself without judgment and where you will become more aware of who you are. This unique environment helps you overcome life-speed bumps and place of personal growth and empowers you to become the best you.
(07) 5241 4102 View (07) 5241 4102
Restarting Relationships
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
You’re a couple struggling with disconnection, recurring conflict, or you're at a turning point that needs attention, and you're ready for more than surface-level help. Or you're an individual seeking clarity, healing, or a deeper sense of alignment in your life. You might be managing stress, burnout, life transitions, or relationship pain. You need the right space to do meaningful work. You’re ready to move forward and to become more self-aware and motivated.
You’re a couple struggling with disconnection, recurring conflict, or you're at a turning point that needs attention, and you're ready for more than surface-level help. Or you're an individual seeking clarity, healing, or a deeper sense of alignment in your life. You might be managing stress, burnout, life transitions, or relationship pain. You need the right space to do meaningful work. You’re ready to move forward and to become more self-aware and motivated.
(07) 5240 9461 View (07) 5240 9461
Kimberly Freeman
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
You've spent years being told you were too much, or not enough. Too scattered, too emotional, too forgetful- or holding everything together on the outside while quietly drowning inside. ADHD in women looks nothing like the textbook version. It hides behind perfectionism and people-pleasing. It shows up as overwhelm, emotional dysregulation, and a bone-deep exhaustion no amount of sleep fixes. And for too long, it's been missed- in classrooms, GP offices, and therapy rooms.
You've spent years being told you were too much, or not enough. Too scattered, too emotional, too forgetful- or holding everything together on the outside while quietly drowning inside. ADHD in women looks nothing like the textbook version. It hides behind perfectionism and people-pleasing. It shows up as overwhelm, emotional dysregulation, and a bone-deep exhaustion no amount of sleep fixes. And for too long, it's been missed- in classrooms, GP offices, and therapy rooms.
(07) 5241 4173 View (07) 5241 4173
Your Courageous Life Counselling Services
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
UNHEARD? LONELY? ANXIOUS? Feeling unmotivated and depressed? Want to change and experience real happiness and better relationships? It is possible with the right help, support and above all guidance. Male counsellors tend to be in the minority in this profession! Come and try a free consultation with me. I will spend the time to understand where you find yourself today and where you want to get to. We will work together to map out well defined goals and a pathway to achieve them. Don't feel alone, don't delay reaching out. Give me a call today.
UNHEARD? LONELY? ANXIOUS? Feeling unmotivated and depressed? Want to change and experience real happiness and better relationships? It is possible with the right help, support and above all guidance. Male counsellors tend to be in the minority in this profession! Come and try a free consultation with me. I will spend the time to understand where you find yourself today and where you want to get to. We will work together to map out well defined goals and a pathway to achieve them. Don't feel alone, don't delay reaching out. Give me a call today.
(07) 5235 8802 View (07) 5235 8802
Reflections Counselling and Family Therapy
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
As a qualified Counsellor & Family Therapist I can provide counselling support to children, individuals and families for a wide range of needs, including things such as; Marriage, Relationships, Conflict Management, Communication, Life Change, Post Natal Depression, Grief and Loss, Separation & Divorce, Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Stress Management, Parenting and Family issues, exploring Spirituality and supporting clients to set goals and work towards seeing positive outcomes for their life.
As a qualified Counsellor & Family Therapist I can provide counselling support to children, individuals and families for a wide range of needs, including things such as; Marriage, Relationships, Conflict Management, Communication, Life Change, Post Natal Depression, Grief and Loss, Separation & Divorce, Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Stress Management, Parenting and Family issues, exploring Spirituality and supporting clients to set goals and work towards seeing positive outcomes for their life.
(07) 5240 9944 View (07) 5240 9944

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Richard Elms Therapy Training Consulting
Social Worker, AMHSW
Online Only
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
(07) 5241 2997 View (07) 5241 2997
Danielle vonlandkammer
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Caloundra, QLD 4551
Hi I’m Danielle! Im a registered trauma informed psychotherapist with a special interest in grief, relationships, attachment and developmental trauma. As a therapist with lived experience of grief, loss and trauma my practice is influenced with understanding and supported by therapeutic interventions to ensure the best outcomes for my clients. I practice from a person-centred approach and utilise frameworks from psychodynamic, attachment and cognitive behavioural theories. In collaboration with you, I approach sessions with a gentle curiosity, ensuring comfortability and prioritising your safety.
Hi I’m Danielle! Im a registered trauma informed psychotherapist with a special interest in grief, relationships, attachment and developmental trauma. As a therapist with lived experience of grief, loss and trauma my practice is influenced with understanding and supported by therapeutic interventions to ensure the best outcomes for my clients. I practice from a person-centred approach and utilise frameworks from psychodynamic, attachment and cognitive behavioural theories. In collaboration with you, I approach sessions with a gentle curiosity, ensuring comfortability and prioritising your safety.
(07) 3088 9287 View (07) 3088 9287
Bri Stevens
Social Worker
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Bri (they/them) — a counselling social worker and relationships therapist, and Director of Reravel, with 20+ years' experience in mental health, disability and community work. I work with queer adults, neurodivergent adults (autistic, ADHD, AuDHD), and people in relationships of all shapes — couples, polyamorous and ENM, queer relationships, neurodivergent partnerships. I'm queer nonbinary and neurodivergent myself, so you won't have to explain the basics of your identity, your relationship structure, or how your brain works. I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, and can offer Medicare rebates with a GP referral.
Hi, I'm Bri (they/them) — a counselling social worker and relationships therapist, and Director of Reravel, with 20+ years' experience in mental health, disability and community work. I work with queer adults, neurodivergent adults (autistic, ADHD, AuDHD), and people in relationships of all shapes — couples, polyamorous and ENM, queer relationships, neurodivergent partnerships. I'm queer nonbinary and neurodivergent myself, so you won't have to explain the basics of your identity, your relationship structure, or how your brain works. I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, and can offer Medicare rebates with a GP referral.
(07) 3608 1176 View (07) 3608 1176
Michelle Savill
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Sippy Downs, QLD 4556
Michelle takes an integrative, evidence-based approach to therapy, drawing on cognitive-behavioural, attachment-focused, acceptance-based, transdiagnostic, and emotion-focused frameworks. She has a particular interest in neuro-affirming practice, Schema Therapy, and trauma-informed, skills-based work to support clients experiencing overlapping mental health challenges. At the core of her work is a strong therapeutic relationship, creating a safe and non-judgmental space to explore patterns, gently challenge unhelpful beliefs, and build skills for emotional regulation, resilience, and meaningful, lasting change.
Michelle takes an integrative, evidence-based approach to therapy, drawing on cognitive-behavioural, attachment-focused, acceptance-based, transdiagnostic, and emotion-focused frameworks. She has a particular interest in neuro-affirming practice, Schema Therapy, and trauma-informed, skills-based work to support clients experiencing overlapping mental health challenges. At the core of her work is a strong therapeutic relationship, creating a safe and non-judgmental space to explore patterns, gently challenge unhelpful beliefs, and build skills for emotional regulation, resilience, and meaningful, lasting change.
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Somatic Psychotherapy with Laura Emilia
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
I work with people who are thoughtful, reflective, and ready to actively engage in therapy. Many of my clients are functioning well on the outside yet feel anxious, burnt out, stuck, or caught in repeating relational patterns. They’re not looking for quick fixes, but for a deeper understanding of how their nervous system shapes their emotions, body, and relationships. Through somatic psychotherapy, we work at a steady and supportive pace to build regulation, capacity, and trust in yourself. Over time, clients often feel more grounded, less reactive, and more able to meet life and relationships with clarity, choice, and ease.
I work with people who are thoughtful, reflective, and ready to actively engage in therapy. Many of my clients are functioning well on the outside yet feel anxious, burnt out, stuck, or caught in repeating relational patterns. They’re not looking for quick fixes, but for a deeper understanding of how their nervous system shapes their emotions, body, and relationships. Through somatic psychotherapy, we work at a steady and supportive pace to build regulation, capacity, and trust in yourself. Over time, clients often feel more grounded, less reactive, and more able to meet life and relationships with clarity, choice, and ease.
(02) 5657 6211 View (02) 5657 6211
Kylie Heenan
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
You want authenticity but the fear of judgement and rejection is real. You want a more meaningful & loving relationship but feel stuck in the conflict. You want freedom from the limitations of the past, to truly heal from trauma. There’s more to life than coping and Kylie is the therapeutic coach who can guide you to become the version of YOU who’s empowered, fulfilled and connected. Kylie’s unique blend of therapeutic coaching, breathwork & meditation facilitation and retreats has resulted in hundreds of people finding a depth of self-expression they had not previously experienced.
You want authenticity but the fear of judgement and rejection is real. You want a more meaningful & loving relationship but feel stuck in the conflict. You want freedom from the limitations of the past, to truly heal from trauma. There’s more to life than coping and Kylie is the therapeutic coach who can guide you to become the version of YOU who’s empowered, fulfilled and connected. Kylie’s unique blend of therapeutic coaching, breathwork & meditation facilitation and retreats has resulted in hundreds of people finding a depth of self-expression they had not previously experienced.
(07) 3477 9837 View (07) 3477 9837
I work with adults experiencing trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, neurodivergence, substance use and occupational stress. I have particular interests in complex trauma, first responder and veteran mental health, and working with people involved in correctional or justice systems. Treatment is practical, goal-focused and tailored to the individual.
I work with adults experiencing trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, neurodivergence, substance use and occupational stress. I have particular interests in complex trauma, first responder and veteran mental health, and working with people involved in correctional or justice systems. Treatment is practical, goal-focused and tailored to the individual.
(07) 5241 4722 View (07) 5241 4722
With Grace Therapy - Brisbane North
Social Worker, AMHSW
Caloundra, QLD 4551
Are you struggling to manage the day to day, had a big life transition or needing a safe space to delve deeper into thoughts that are causing you distress? Our experienced therapists with a minimum 10 years of experience offer an inclusive and affirming space for therapy. Our team provides a warm, empathetic and honest working relationship with all and work in a holistic way that looks to understand your mental health and all aspects of your life that may be affected. We also have Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinicians and Dietitians.
Are you struggling to manage the day to day, had a big life transition or needing a safe space to delve deeper into thoughts that are causing you distress? Our experienced therapists with a minimum 10 years of experience offer an inclusive and affirming space for therapy. Our team provides a warm, empathetic and honest working relationship with all and work in a holistic way that looks to understand your mental health and all aspects of your life that may be affected. We also have Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinicians and Dietitians.
(07) 3130 0361 View (07) 3130 0361
De-Anne Filippini
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I am a family therapist specialising in family systems, neurodiversity, and men’s mental health. I offer both short-term and long-term counselling, helping clients navigate challenges, build resilience, and create lasting change. My approach is collaborative, practical, non judgmental and tailored to your unique needs, providing a safe space to explore, understand, and grow.
I am a family therapist specialising in family systems, neurodiversity, and men’s mental health. I offer both short-term and long-term counselling, helping clients navigate challenges, build resilience, and create lasting change. My approach is collaborative, practical, non judgmental and tailored to your unique needs, providing a safe space to explore, understand, and grow.
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Embers and Coal
Counsellor, PACFA
Maroochydore, QLD 4558
I work with clients navigating burnout, stress, grief, relationship patterns, codependency, and the effects of attachment on how they function day to day.
My clients are adults who sense that something deeper is driving what's happening on the surface — the burnout that rest doesn't resolve, the relationship pattern that keeps repeating, the grief that won't move, the version of themselves they keep returning to despite wanting to change. They're often high-functioning people carrying more than they show. They've tried pushing through. They're ready to try something different. They don't need to arrive with everything figured out — just a willingness to look honestly at what's been getting in the way.
I work with clients navigating burnout, stress, grief, relationship patterns, codependency, and the effects of attachment on how they function day to day.
My clients are adults who sense that something deeper is driving what's happening on the surface — the burnout that rest doesn't resolve, the relationship pattern that keeps repeating, the grief that won't move, the version of themselves they keep returning to despite wanting to change. They're often high-functioning people carrying more than they show. They've tried pushing through. They're ready to try something different. They don't need to arrive with everything figured out — just a willingness to look honestly at what's been getting in the way.
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Wendy Margaret Norman
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Are you dealing with issues that you just can't talk over with friends or family? Sitting or walking and talking might help untangle those complicated situations that life brings us. I listen and support you so that you can find the way forward that feels right for you. An investment in your mental health? A person to witness what others might not be able to? A professional. Trained to be there to help you through whatever you may be facing. Alongside. Caring.
Are you dealing with issues that you just can't talk over with friends or family? Sitting or walking and talking might help untangle those complicated situations that life brings us. I listen and support you so that you can find the way forward that feels right for you. An investment in your mental health? A person to witness what others might not be able to? A professional. Trained to be there to help you through whatever you may be facing. Alongside. Caring.
(07) 3477 9631 View (07) 3477 9631

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Codependency Therapists
What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.

What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.

How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.

What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.