Sexual Abuse Psychologists and Therapists in Capalaba, QLD
With more than 20 years in trauma-focused therapy, including specialist sexual assault and complex trauma work, I've learned how to hold the hardest experiences with steadiness and care.
Maybe you've spent years holding things together, wondering why it still feels so hard. Or something has quietly shaped how you move through relationships and your own body, and you're ready to explore it with support.
I work across the lifespan with children, adults, and couples navigating complex trauma, neurodivergence, attachment wounds, and burnout. I offer trauma-informed, relational therapy in support of your nervous system. I draw upon Flash technique and Havening alongside longer-term trauma-therapy.
I am available face-to-face at Capalaba, QLD and via telehealth across Australia.
With more than 20 years in trauma-focused therapy, including specialist sexual assault and complex trauma work, I've learned how to hold the hardest experiences with steadiness and care.
Maybe you've spent years holding things together, wondering why it still feels so hard. Or something has quietly shaped how you move through relationships and your own body, and you're ready to explore it with support.
I work across the lifespan with children, adults, and couples navigating complex trauma, neurodivergence, attachment wounds, and burnout. I offer trauma-informed, relational therapy in support of your nervous system. I draw upon Flash technique and Havening alongside longer-term trauma-therapy.
I am available face-to-face at Capalaba, QLD and via telehealth across Australia.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or feeling like you need support to cope with life? Struggling in your relationship with your partner or child? Is your child having difficulty with their emotions, struggling to engage in school or difficulty in their social relationships?
We are here to help!
We support a range of presenting issues for children, adults, couples and families including:
- Anxiety
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Trauma
- ADHD
- Behavioural and emotional issues
- Family separation
- Communication difficulties
- Social difficulties
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or feeling like you need support to cope with life? Struggling in your relationship with your partner or child? Is your child having difficulty with their emotions, struggling to engage in school or difficulty in their social relationships?
We are here to help!
We support a range of presenting issues for children, adults, couples and families including:
- Anxiety
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Trauma
- ADHD
- Behavioural and emotional issues
- Family separation
- Communication difficulties
- Social difficulties
Hi, I’m Courtney. I’m an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a strong passion for supporting people through life’s toughest moments. Whether you're dealing with the stress of everyday life or carrying the weight of past trauma, I’m here to support you through it.
I work with Bloom Well-being in Brisbane, and support teens, adults, and families affected by trauma, including childhood trauma, as well as domestic, family, and sexual violence. I also support people experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm issues, perinatal mental health concerns, low self-esteem, workplace challenges, life transitions, and PTSD.
Hi, I’m Courtney. I’m an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a strong passion for supporting people through life’s toughest moments. Whether you're dealing with the stress of everyday life or carrying the weight of past trauma, I’m here to support you through it.
I work with Bloom Well-being in Brisbane, and support teens, adults, and families affected by trauma, including childhood trauma, as well as domestic, family, and sexual violence. I also support people experiencing depression, anxiety, self-harm issues, perinatal mental health concerns, low self-esteem, workplace challenges, life transitions, and PTSD.
I have extensive experience working with those impacted by trauma (c/PTSD), addiction, self-harm, and eating disorders. I also help people navigate the challenges associated with relationship issues, life transitions, depression, and anxiety. My integrative therapy style incorporates evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Schema, IFS, psychodynamic approaches, Mindfulness, and ACT. As a trained yoga teacher, I integrate these practices and somatic work. I am trained to provide psychedelic integration & preparation support and the Safe and Sound protocol for nervous system regulation.
I have extensive experience working with those impacted by trauma (c/PTSD), addiction, self-harm, and eating disorders. I also help people navigate the challenges associated with relationship issues, life transitions, depression, and anxiety. My integrative therapy style incorporates evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Schema, IFS, psychodynamic approaches, Mindfulness, and ACT. As a trained yoga teacher, I integrate these practices and somatic work. I am trained to provide psychedelic integration & preparation support and the Safe and Sound protocol for nervous system regulation.
If you’ve landed on this page, chances are you’ve been carrying a lot for a while. Maybe your relationship feels distant, tense, or stuck in the same arguments, and you long to feel close, understood, and on the same team again. Or maybe the struggle feels more personal — you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low, or stuck in your own head, wondering why everything feels so hard.
Many of the women and couples I work with feel disconnected, unheard, and unsure of how to move forward. Some are dealing with communication breakdown, trust issues, betrayal, parenting stress, or the pain of feeling alone in their relationship.
If you’ve landed on this page, chances are you’ve been carrying a lot for a while. Maybe your relationship feels distant, tense, or stuck in the same arguments, and you long to feel close, understood, and on the same team again. Or maybe the struggle feels more personal — you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low, or stuck in your own head, wondering why everything feels so hard.
Many of the women and couples I work with feel disconnected, unheard, and unsure of how to move forward. Some are dealing with communication breakdown, trust issues, betrayal, parenting stress, or the pain of feeling alone in their relationship.
With over twelve years of experience as a professional counsellor my passion is to support people with a broad variety of personal issues in their lives including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, stress and workplace issues.
With over twelve years of experience as a professional counsellor my passion is to support people with a broad variety of personal issues in their lives including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, stress and workplace issues.
At Zest Infusion Pty Ltd it is our goal to enhance your vitality for life by offering psychology and dietetics services which are grounded in a mindful approach to living. We offer a comprehensive array of individual, group therapy, and personal well-being programs, mindfulness meditation groups and zest products to enhance vitality.
At Zest Infusion Pty Ltd it is our goal to enhance your vitality for life by offering psychology and dietetics services which are grounded in a mindful approach to living. We offer a comprehensive array of individual, group therapy, and personal well-being programs, mindfulness meditation groups and zest products to enhance vitality.
Janice Rees is a passionate and emphatic counsellor who has a deep love for people and humanity. Janice has had great success supporting people for 18 years in the community and is committed to empowering individuals to change their lives. It is important to Janice that she creates a comfortable, culturally aware, inclusive, safe, and relaxed therapeutic environment that supports the needs of all individuals who seek her expertise for counselling including individuals, couples, teenagers, and families. Janice specialises in Individuals, Couples / Marriage and Grief Counselling.
Janice Rees is a passionate and emphatic counsellor who has a deep love for people and humanity. Janice has had great success supporting people for 18 years in the community and is committed to empowering individuals to change their lives. It is important to Janice that she creates a comfortable, culturally aware, inclusive, safe, and relaxed therapeutic environment that supports the needs of all individuals who seek her expertise for counselling including individuals, couples, teenagers, and families. Janice specialises in Individuals, Couples / Marriage and Grief Counselling.
How we feel has a big effect on how we see ourselves, others and our world. These feelings can be frustrating, scary, hurtful or worrying. They can either have been there for most of our lives, gradually crept up on us or come as a result of our current situation. Often, when we are struggling, the most challenging part is not understanding what we are feeling or thinking, understanding why or knowing what to do about it.
How we feel has a big effect on how we see ourselves, others and our world. These feelings can be frustrating, scary, hurtful or worrying. They can either have been there for most of our lives, gradually crept up on us or come as a result of our current situation. Often, when we are struggling, the most challenging part is not understanding what we are feeling or thinking, understanding why or knowing what to do about it.
Accepting new clients. Evening appointments available.
I am a general psychologist with over 30 years of experience. I come to therapy with a non-pathologising view of symptoms and behaviour. My view is that the vast majority of symptoms of "mental illness" are an understandable response to various life circumstances. Some deep in our past, some in our present. I am passionate about helping people to heal, grow, and live full lives. I enjoy working at deep levels to shift stuckness, often the result of prior trauma. I work only with adults (over 20yo).
Accepting new clients. Evening appointments available.
I am a general psychologist with over 30 years of experience. I come to therapy with a non-pathologising view of symptoms and behaviour. My view is that the vast majority of symptoms of "mental illness" are an understandable response to various life circumstances. Some deep in our past, some in our present. I am passionate about helping people to heal, grow, and live full lives. I enjoy working at deep levels to shift stuckness, often the result of prior trauma. I work only with adults (over 20yo).
I exclusively offer services to parents & carers of PDA kids & teens and can offer parent coaching, counselling, EMDR Therapy and school advocacy support. I also run a Parent Support group in Brisbane city.
PDA stands for a Pervasive Drive for Autonomy (and in the Medical Field is known as Pathological Demand Avoidance). PDA is often linked to AuDHD & giftedness. Does your Neurodivergent child struggle with daily life demands? And do they need a lot of autonomy? Maybe your kid is PDA too. Feel free to reach out to see if I can help.
I exclusively offer services to parents & carers of PDA kids & teens and can offer parent coaching, counselling, EMDR Therapy and school advocacy support. I also run a Parent Support group in Brisbane city.
PDA stands for a Pervasive Drive for Autonomy (and in the Medical Field is known as Pathological Demand Avoidance). PDA is often linked to AuDHD & giftedness. Does your Neurodivergent child struggle with daily life demands? And do they need a lot of autonomy? Maybe your kid is PDA too. Feel free to reach out to see if I can help.
Looking to move forward and make confident decisions about what it is you actually want in life? Seeking to explore yourself in ways you might not have imagined? Wanting to understand more about your current relationships and how they are impacting you? Counselling can support you in all these ways and in other areas that you may wish to discuss in a confidential setting. One is respected and valued for their beliefs and choices at RelationshipConnect.Org
Looking to move forward and make confident decisions about what it is you actually want in life? Seeking to explore yourself in ways you might not have imagined? Wanting to understand more about your current relationships and how they are impacting you? Counselling can support you in all these ways and in other areas that you may wish to discuss in a confidential setting. One is respected and valued for their beliefs and choices at RelationshipConnect.Org
Kylie Margaret Madigan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Capalaba, QLD 4157
Not accepting new clients
I am devoted to supporting and empowering adolescents (age 15+) and adults to reach their potential and live authentically. I work with many different presentations including: trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder & Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, risk, phobias, low self-esteem, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder. My areas of passion include supporting the LGBTIQA+ community and working with trauma. I also love supporting NDIS participants to build upon their daily living skills and assist them to meet their NDIS goals.
I am devoted to supporting and empowering adolescents (age 15+) and adults to reach their potential and live authentically. I work with many different presentations including: trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder & Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, risk, phobias, low self-esteem, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder. My areas of passion include supporting the LGBTIQA+ community and working with trauma. I also love supporting NDIS participants to build upon their daily living skills and assist them to meet their NDIS goals.
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I specialise in helping adults, young people and children who have gone through difficult experiences including all types of trauma, family violence and sexual abuse as well as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, communication in relationships, self-esteem, emotional regulation, culture, spirituality, etc in English and Mandarin.
My approach is eclectic as I draw from my vast range of training to inform my work. Clients often comment on the speed that I adapt to their situation and tailor therapy to their struggles. You will leave each session better able to love and accept yourself, empowered with resources to bring change and a deep sense that at least one person really understands
I specialise in helping adults, young people and children who have gone through difficult experiences including all types of trauma, family violence and sexual abuse as well as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, communication in relationships, self-esteem, emotional regulation, culture, spirituality, etc in English and Mandarin.
My approach is eclectic as I draw from my vast range of training to inform my work. Clients often comment on the speed that I adapt to their situation and tailor therapy to their struggles. You will leave each session better able to love and accept yourself, empowered with resources to bring change and a deep sense that at least one person really understands
Hi I'm Adri. With 25+ years in trauma recovery, forensic, and mental health, I can support you to identify what is no longer serving you; so you can develop practical and effective coping strategies. Counselling it tailored to your individual needs and goals. Sometimes the work will be brief and focused; or there may be a longer process needed. I am trained in psychodynamic and EMDR therapy, DBT, CBT and the assessment and treatment of problem sexual behaviours. Learn more about me on my webpage and reach out for 10 min discovery call.
Hi I'm Adri. With 25+ years in trauma recovery, forensic, and mental health, I can support you to identify what is no longer serving you; so you can develop practical and effective coping strategies. Counselling it tailored to your individual needs and goals. Sometimes the work will be brief and focused; or there may be a longer process needed. I am trained in psychodynamic and EMDR therapy, DBT, CBT and the assessment and treatment of problem sexual behaviours. Learn more about me on my webpage and reach out for 10 min discovery call.
Jane has experience in: Child Community Health settings Sexual Assault Counselling Psychiatric Inpatient care Counselling for general psychological problems Jane can provide psychologist reports.
Jane has experience counselling clients and can help you with: Emotional Dysregulation Counselling for Trauma Anxiety Depression Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Divorce Domestic Abuse Domestic Violence Emotional Disturbance Parenting Peer Relationships Self-Esteem Self-Harming Sexual Abuse Sexual Assault Sleep or Insomnia Stress Trauma and PTSD (Post
Jane has experience in: Child Community Health settings Sexual Assault Counselling Psychiatric Inpatient care Counselling for general psychological problems Jane can provide psychologist reports.
Jane has experience counselling clients and can help you with: Emotional Dysregulation Counselling for Trauma Anxiety Depression Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Divorce Domestic Abuse Domestic Violence Emotional Disturbance Parenting Peer Relationships Self-Esteem Self-Harming Sexual Abuse Sexual Assault Sleep or Insomnia Stress Trauma and PTSD (Post
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.
I also specialise in responding to harmful sexual behaviours, sexual abuse and treatment of criminal behaviours.
I offer a warm and caring approach focusing on outcomes in a trauma informed and developmentally appropriate way. I provide strategies that facilitate growth, reduce risk and encourage safety.
Although mental health and behavioural issues can significantly impact individuals it is possible that therapy and support can reduce risk and improve daily function.
I also specialise in responding to harmful sexual behaviours, sexual abuse and treatment of criminal behaviours.
I offer a warm and caring approach focusing on outcomes in a trauma informed and developmentally appropriate way. I provide strategies that facilitate growth, reduce risk and encourage safety.
Although mental health and behavioural issues can significantly impact individuals it is possible that therapy and support can reduce risk and improve daily function.
I support people who have been impacted by domestic and sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, low self-worth and parents needing guidance.
I draw from a trauma-informed approach, nervous system awareness, Gestalt theory, mindfulness, neuroscience and attachment theory. My work is deeply relational - I prioritise connection, safety, and presence in every session. I support each person in reconnecting with their body, exploring their experiences, and drawing on their values and inner wisdom.
I support people who have been impacted by domestic and sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship struggles, low self-worth and parents needing guidance.
I draw from a trauma-informed approach, nervous system awareness, Gestalt theory, mindfulness, neuroscience and attachment theory. My work is deeply relational - I prioritise connection, safety, and presence in every session. I support each person in reconnecting with their body, exploring their experiences, and drawing on their values and inner wisdom.
Some seek support after trauma, sexual abuse, or family disruption, while others want help with emotional regulation, sibling conflict, or developmental changes.
I’m Julie Anderson, a Play Therapist and Counsellor based practicing in Northern NSW and South East QLD with a clinic in Tweed Heads. I use child-centred play therapy, trauma-informed and attachment-focused approaches to support emotional growth. I work with a wide range of challenges, including sexual abuse and complex trauma, always at the child’s pace.
Some seek support after trauma, sexual abuse, or family disruption, while others want help with emotional regulation, sibling conflict, or developmental changes.
I’m Julie Anderson, a Play Therapist and Counsellor based practicing in Northern NSW and South East QLD with a clinic in Tweed Heads. I use child-centred play therapy, trauma-informed and attachment-focused approaches to support emotional growth. I work with a wide range of challenges, including sexual abuse and complex trauma, always at the child’s pace.
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Sexual Abuse Therapists
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.