Addiction Counselling in Currimundi, QLD
Ben Burns
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Currimundi, QLD 4551
I’m a registered Counsellor with a strong focus on men’s issues – supporting men through times of transitions, crises of meaning and mid-life issues. Men have particular struggles and experiences that I have gathered tools to help navigate and lighten. As a bloke, we still have a cultural expectation to cope, sort it out ourselves and just get on with it - but my experience is that challenges are much easier to face with a bit of support. The truth is, there are times in our life when things fall apart and we feel like we can’t hold it together any longer. It’s at these crunch times that we can deepen our experience of life.
I’m a registered Counsellor with a strong focus on men’s issues – supporting men through times of transitions, crises of meaning and mid-life issues. Men have particular struggles and experiences that I have gathered tools to help navigate and lighten. As a bloke, we still have a cultural expectation to cope, sort it out ourselves and just get on with it - but my experience is that challenges are much easier to face with a bit of support. The truth is, there are times in our life when things fall apart and we feel like we can’t hold it together any longer. It’s at these crunch times that we can deepen our experience of life.
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Heather Woodford
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Mooloolaba, QLD 4557
Areas of interest include anxiety, issues with mood, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder, relationship issues, family and domestic violence, parenting issues, persistent pain and injury rehabilitation, chronic health issues, fertility issues, eating and body image issues, developmental disorders, substance use problems, and veteran mental health.
Heather is a Psychologist at Nurturing Minds, a local clinic on the Sunshine Coast. We have a less clinical feel and focus on providing our clients with a warm and welcoming environment. Heather spent over 20 years working for Government Health Services, Private Hospital settings, and Not-For-Profit organisations, before deciding to focus fully on her private work. She strives to offer a warm, empathic approach as a therapist, as she knows it can be difficult to make that step to see someone. She is non-judgmental and down to earth and her main goal is to assist people to feel at ease and make sense of their issues.
Areas of interest include anxiety, issues with mood, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder, relationship issues, family and domestic violence, parenting issues, persistent pain and injury rehabilitation, chronic health issues, fertility issues, eating and body image issues, developmental disorders, substance use problems, and veteran mental health.
Heather is a Psychologist at Nurturing Minds, a local clinic on the Sunshine Coast. We have a less clinical feel and focus on providing our clients with a warm and welcoming environment. Heather spent over 20 years working for Government Health Services, Private Hospital settings, and Not-For-Profit organisations, before deciding to focus fully on her private work. She strives to offer a warm, empathic approach as a therapist, as she knows it can be difficult to make that step to see someone. She is non-judgmental and down to earth and her main goal is to assist people to feel at ease and make sense of their issues.
Matt Vance
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Org. Psych.
Verified Verified
Caloundra, QLD 4551
20 years experience as psychologist. Clinic located at Flaxton (near Montville). Want to try something different from the usual talk therapy. I still do that as well, but I also work with your unconscious mind to assist with new habit development and to let go of past learnt behaviours. Specialize in Gambling Addiction and Alcohol Addiction. The ability to understand your own story and being able to share that with others in whatever form that takes is what I consider to be aligned to the path of finding your true purpose.
20 years experience as psychologist. Clinic located at Flaxton (near Montville). Want to try something different from the usual talk therapy. I still do that as well, but I also work with your unconscious mind to assist with new habit development and to let go of past learnt behaviours. Specialize in Gambling Addiction and Alcohol Addiction. The ability to understand your own story and being able to share that with others in whatever form that takes is what I consider to be aligned to the path of finding your true purpose.
Madeline Connors
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Mooloolaba, QLD 4557
Madeline has a passion for supporting the emotional and psychological wellbeing of children, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families, providing treatment of many issues, but in particular, focusing on developmental and personality disorders, trauma, substance use, issues with mood, anxiety, behaviour problems, parenting support, perinatal and women.
Madeline is a registered Psychologist with a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology. Madeline uses a collaborative, client-centered approach, actively utilising client feedback to inform treatment and improve therapy outcomes. Madeline strives to create a safe, welcoming environment where clients feel heard and valued. Madeline practices from a stance of cultural humility and is proud to be an LGBTQIA+ affirmative clinician.
Madeline has a passion for supporting the emotional and psychological wellbeing of children, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families, providing treatment of many issues, but in particular, focusing on developmental and personality disorders, trauma, substance use, issues with mood, anxiety, behaviour problems, parenting support, perinatal and women.
Madeline is a registered Psychologist with a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology. Madeline uses a collaborative, client-centered approach, actively utilising client feedback to inform treatment and improve therapy outcomes. Madeline strives to create a safe, welcoming environment where clients feel heard and valued. Madeline practices from a stance of cultural humility and is proud to be an LGBTQIA+ affirmative clinician.
Dean Rogers Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Caloundra, QLD 4551
My practice is geared for individuals & couples who struggle with relationship issues which may include common healthy relationship barriers such as addiction, anger, anxiety & stress, depression, grief and loss. As a vital aspect of the human experience, fostering healthy social and intimate relationships is a key component of the Positive Relationships client experience. Whether it is strengthening connection through development of emotional intelligence, learning the art of communication or resolving conflict, the Positive Relationship model will help you achieve your mutual relationship goals. Be prepared for a new connection.
My practice is geared for individuals & couples who struggle with relationship issues which may include common healthy relationship barriers such as addiction, anger, anxiety & stress, depression, grief and loss. As a vital aspect of the human experience, fostering healthy social and intimate relationships is a key component of the Positive Relationships client experience. Whether it is strengthening connection through development of emotional intelligence, learning the art of communication or resolving conflict, the Positive Relationship model will help you achieve your mutual relationship goals. Be prepared for a new connection.
Elise Emhofer
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooloolaba, QLD 4557 (Online Only)
I'm comfortable treating Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, ASD, Addiction and various other presentations.
Hi, I am really looking forward to getting to know you and working together to achieve your therapy goals. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy, recognising that the psychological and physical both impact overall mental well-being and as such my approach to therapy includes elements of each in order to achieve lasting change. I have always believed that no one knows you better than yourself and while I will guide you along your journey, applying learned skills and maintaining changes at home is up to you. I recognise the importance of a client centred approach where we work together toward change and symptom management.
I'm comfortable treating Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, ASD, Addiction and various other presentations.
Hi, I am really looking forward to getting to know you and working together to achieve your therapy goals. I believe in a holistic approach to therapy, recognising that the psychological and physical both impact overall mental well-being and as such my approach to therapy includes elements of each in order to achieve lasting change. I have always believed that no one knows you better than yourself and while I will guide you along your journey, applying learned skills and maintaining changes at home is up to you. I recognise the importance of a client centred approach where we work together toward change and symptom management.
Richard Elms Therapy Training Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Parrearra, QLD 4575 (Online Only)
Richard provides therapy for children, adolescents & adults with issues including anxiety & depression, behavioural problems, domestic violence, anger problems, sexual abuse, addiction, disability, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship problems etc.
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 provides therapy for children, adolescents & adults with issues including anxiety & depression, behavioural problems, domestic violence, anger problems, sexual abuse, addiction, disability, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship problems etc.
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.
Josie Coco
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooloolaba, QLD 4557
When life becomes challenging, our time together will support you to overcome obstacles to thriving and living well. My work is shaped around a trauma informed framework, with multiple evidence-based and evidence-informed therapy methodologies to provide a wholistic approach. Private health funds have approved my psychotherapy work with provider numbers, so that you can claim if you have the appropriate health insurance cover. I work with private clients only, and support students of Gestalt Psychotherapy. Schedule a complimentary discovery call, through my website.
When life becomes challenging, our time together will support you to overcome obstacles to thriving and living well. My work is shaped around a trauma informed framework, with multiple evidence-based and evidence-informed therapy methodologies to provide a wholistic approach. Private health funds have approved my psychotherapy work with provider numbers, so that you can claim if you have the appropriate health insurance cover. I work with private clients only, and support students of Gestalt Psychotherapy. Schedule a complimentary discovery call, through my website.
Rebeccah Evans Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Buderim, QLD 4556
We can all be challenged from time to time regulating our emotional state. It can be a struggle to articulate whats going on for us and thats where it help's to talk and explore whats going on. Sometimes however, it is difficult to open up to family and friends, particularly when you are experiencing anxiety, depression, personal or work related stress or family/relationship concerns. As a Clinical and International Psychotherapist, I offer relief by providing emotional support, psycho-education and the ability to truly hear and challenge what is going on for you via flexible appointments, both in Person, Telehealth or Telephone.
We can all be challenged from time to time regulating our emotional state. It can be a struggle to articulate whats going on for us and thats where it help's to talk and explore whats going on. Sometimes however, it is difficult to open up to family and friends, particularly when you are experiencing anxiety, depression, personal or work related stress or family/relationship concerns. As a Clinical and International Psychotherapist, I offer relief by providing emotional support, psycho-education and the ability to truly hear and challenge what is going on for you via flexible appointments, both in Person, Telehealth or Telephone.
Emily Rose
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Mountain Creek, QLD 4557
I support adults (15+) with a wide variety of presentations, including trauma, adverse childhood experiences, mood and anxiety related difficulties and adjustment to major life experiences such as becoming a parent and spiritual emergencies.
I support adults (15+) with a wide variety of presentations, including trauma, adverse childhood experiences, mood and anxiety related difficulties and adjustment to major life experiences such as becoming a parent and spiritual emergencies.
Evolving Connections Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Caloundra, QLD 4551
Waitlist for new clients
TRANSFORM CONFLICT, REDUCE TENSION & GET CLOSER - Evolving Connections works with you to reduce tension, increase intimacy and promote healthy connections. This can help you to stop feeling anxious, irritable and depressed. It can also stop you feeling blamed and unheard and help you manage conflict. If you are feeling challenged in saving your marriage/partnership and keeping your family together and feel that you are at your wits end Evolving Connections can help you find solutions. MONEY BACK GUARANTEE if you do not see an INSTANT improvement in your relationships.
TRANSFORM CONFLICT, REDUCE TENSION & GET CLOSER - Evolving Connections works with you to reduce tension, increase intimacy and promote healthy connections. This can help you to stop feeling anxious, irritable and depressed. It can also stop you feeling blamed and unheard and help you manage conflict. If you are feeling challenged in saving your marriage/partnership and keeping your family together and feel that you are at your wits end Evolving Connections can help you find solutions. MONEY BACK GUARANTEE if you do not see an INSTANT improvement in your relationships.
Love and Light Healing Sunshine Coast
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSc, AASW
Verified Verified
Sippy Downs, QLD 4556
Medical science research and mental health counselling is probably the most fulfilling job I’ve ever had. I love what am doing. Hello, my name is Thu. I am a social worker and the Director of Love and Light Healing Sunshine Coast. Besides mental health counselling, I also do research in neuroscience and medical science at the University of the Sunshine Coast. My current research focuses on mindfulness, neuroscience, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Medical science research and mental health counselling is probably the most fulfilling job I’ve ever had. I love what am doing. Hello, my name is Thu. I am a social worker and the Director of Love and Light Healing Sunshine Coast. Besides mental health counselling, I also do research in neuroscience and medical science at the University of the Sunshine Coast. My current research focuses on mindfulness, neuroscience, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Marnie Morat
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Caloundra, QLD 4551
We all need a little help at times. If you are struggling to cope with life's challenges and need help to uncover the way forward and lead a happier and more fulfilling life, I can help. If you need someone who will listen with compassion and without judgement, to support you in letting go of what is holding you back and find your true potential, I can help. If you are suffering from pain, past trauma or heartache, I can help.
We all need a little help at times. If you are struggling to cope with life's challenges and need help to uncover the way forward and lead a happier and more fulfilling life, I can help. If you need someone who will listen with compassion and without judgement, to support you in letting go of what is holding you back and find your true potential, I can help. If you are suffering from pain, past trauma or heartache, I can help.
Mind and Wellbeing Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
Caloundra, QLD 4551
Are you stressed out, worried, fearful, nervous, anxious? Are you having difficulties with others and seeking help to reduce conflict and improve relationships? Are you struggling to get through the day? Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired?
Are you stressed out, worried, fearful, nervous, anxious? Are you having difficulties with others and seeking help to reduce conflict and improve relationships? Are you struggling to get through the day? Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired?
Hannah Orpin
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Caloundra, QLD 4551 (Online Only)
Hannah is both Australian and New Zealand Māori psychologist (Ngāi Tahu and Ngāti Kahungunu). After moving from New Zealand, Hannah spent a significant portion of her career working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Hannah's work across both countries enables her to provide a culturally safe space for effective and enjoyable therapy. Hannah works with adolescents and adults across a range of issues, and have a special interest in post traumatic stress disorder, abuse, borderline personality disorder, unexplained medical symptoms, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.
Hannah is both Australian and New Zealand Māori psychologist (Ngāi Tahu and Ngāti Kahungunu). After moving from New Zealand, Hannah spent a significant portion of her career working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Hannah's work across both countries enables her to provide a culturally safe space for effective and enjoyable therapy. Hannah works with adolescents and adults across a range of issues, and have a special interest in post traumatic stress disorder, abuse, borderline personality disorder, unexplained medical symptoms, anxiety, depression, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.
Astrid de Ruiter
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Caloundra, QLD 4551
Often people seek out a counsellor or psychotherapist as a last resort. They wait until small cracks in their life become big ones that turn into chasms and feel like they’re going to swallow them up. The reason? There is still a stigma in Australia around seeking help when we’re struggling (particularly among men). Here’s the good news: if you’re facing challenges right now, whether they’re tiny or monstrous, there’s actually nothing wrong with you! Life is just pretty complicated these days, social support is often not as strong or frequent as we need, and so we all need a bit of special support and guidance sometimes.
Often people seek out a counsellor or psychotherapist as a last resort. They wait until small cracks in their life become big ones that turn into chasms and feel like they’re going to swallow them up. The reason? There is still a stigma in Australia around seeking help when we’re struggling (particularly among men). Here’s the good news: if you’re facing challenges right now, whether they’re tiny or monstrous, there’s actually nothing wrong with you! Life is just pretty complicated these days, social support is often not as strong or frequent as we need, and so we all need a bit of special support and guidance sometimes.
Rachel Aves
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Buderim, QLD 4556
Rachel moved to the beautiful Sunshine Coast from the UK in 2016 to complete her psychology training and become acquainted with the community. She has worked in a variety of clinical, research, and community-based roles with an array of client presentations. She is a warm, compassionate psychologist who believes that the therapeutic alliance is a key component of successful therapy. She enjoys finding creative ways to connect with clients and endeavours to provide a safe space to collaboratively explore and work towards clients' goals.
Rachel moved to the beautiful Sunshine Coast from the UK in 2016 to complete her psychology training and become acquainted with the community. She has worked in a variety of clinical, research, and community-based roles with an array of client presentations. She is a warm, compassionate psychologist who believes that the therapeutic alliance is a key component of successful therapy. She enjoys finding creative ways to connect with clients and endeavours to provide a safe space to collaboratively explore and work towards clients' goals.
Mark Darling
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Birtinya, QLD 4575
Many people in the current era are looking for creative alternatives to standard therapy options. Whether it be because of public health concerns, having caring responsibilities, being unable to find a suitable therapist in a particular geographic location or simply preferring the convenience that online counselling affords, telehealth may be an appropriate option. I offer confidential online or face-to-face psychology consultations and particularly resonate with those who have experienced anxiety, stress, trauma and burnout, not merely as an aloof observer, but rather as a fellow traveller who has walked that well worn path.
Many people in the current era are looking for creative alternatives to standard therapy options. Whether it be because of public health concerns, having caring responsibilities, being unable to find a suitable therapist in a particular geographic location or simply preferring the convenience that online counselling affords, telehealth may be an appropriate option. I offer confidential online or face-to-face psychology consultations and particularly resonate with those who have experienced anxiety, stress, trauma and burnout, not merely as an aloof observer, but rather as a fellow traveller who has walked that well worn path.
Boundless Counselling and Consultancy
Psychotherapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Buderim, QLD 4556
'The courage it takes to come talk to a stranger still fills me with awe'. (2018). Leisha Townson is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Counsellor with extensive experience working alongside individuals & families from different cultural/religious/spiritual backgrounds and who live/have lived a life challenged by complex trauma. Ie: Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, Veterans, Refugees, Rehabilitation, Palliative Care, Renal Failure, Disability, Advocacy and Carers. Over 25 years has developed an extensive 'toolbox' of techniques for relaxation, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, etc.
'The courage it takes to come talk to a stranger still fills me with awe'. (2018). Leisha Townson is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist and Counsellor with extensive experience working alongside individuals & families from different cultural/religious/spiritual backgrounds and who live/have lived a life challenged by complex trauma. Ie: Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, Veterans, Refugees, Rehabilitation, Palliative Care, Renal Failure, Disability, Advocacy and Carers. Over 25 years has developed an extensive 'toolbox' of techniques for relaxation, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, etc.
AD Counselling & Family Services - Alice Day
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MC, AMHSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buddina, QLD 4575
Being able to talk about what's going on in your life in a safe and non-judgemental space can be a powerful catalyst for change. Counselling is based on your needs with interventions grounded in a holistic understanding of you and your life. It aims to facilitate improved self-knowledge and understanding of issues you may be experiencing, which enhances steps towards improved mental health and emotional well being. If agreed upon I am able to work with you in helping to understand the association between past experiences and current behaviour. Early influences can shape us and our ability to exert control over present functioning.
Being able to talk about what's going on in your life in a safe and non-judgemental space can be a powerful catalyst for change. Counselling is based on your needs with interventions grounded in a holistic understanding of you and your life. It aims to facilitate improved self-knowledge and understanding of issues you may be experiencing, which enhances steps towards improved mental health and emotional well being. If agreed upon I am able to work with you in helping to understand the association between past experiences and current behaviour. Early influences can shape us and our ability to exert control over present functioning.
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Addiction Counsellors
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.