Somatic Psychologists and Therapists in Eumundi, QLD
My holistic approach draws from evidence-based therapeutic frameworks as well as complimentary practices and theories including Internal Family Systems, Evidence Based Emotional Freedom Technique, somatic experiencing, polyvagal theory, meditation and restorative yoga.
Welcome— I’m Jessica, a holistic counsellor and meditation therapist. I specialise in supporting individuals facing challenges involving perfectionism, burnout, chronic illness, overwhelm and anxiety. In addition to nine years of private practice counselling, lived experience with chronic illness and decades spent as a classical ballet dancer inform my gentle, compassion-focused therapeutic work. I am passionate about creating meaningful change for individuals and their loved ones, and I am so grateful to be living my ikigai.
My holistic approach draws from evidence-based therapeutic frameworks as well as complimentary practices and theories including Internal Family Systems, Evidence Based Emotional Freedom Technique, somatic experiencing, polyvagal theory, meditation and restorative yoga.
Welcome— I’m Jessica, a holistic counsellor and meditation therapist. I specialise in supporting individuals facing challenges involving perfectionism, burnout, chronic illness, overwhelm and anxiety. In addition to nine years of private practice counselling, lived experience with chronic illness and decades spent as a classical ballet dancer inform my gentle, compassion-focused therapeutic work. I am passionate about creating meaningful change for individuals and their loved ones, and I am so grateful to be living my ikigai.
I am very privileged to work with clients who are interested in their self growth and development. Most of the time when people come to see a psychologist they are wanting to have some change in their life and they need the space to talk through their issues. I love providing a safe, confidential place for people to explore the difficulties and life experiences that have been challenging for them.
I am very privileged to work with clients who are interested in their self growth and development. Most of the time when people come to see a psychologist they are wanting to have some change in their life and they need the space to talk through their issues. I love providing a safe, confidential place for people to explore the difficulties and life experiences that have been challenging for them.
I integrate experiential modalities that go beyond what talking therapies can achieve: Coherence Therapy, AEDP, somatic and expressive approaches, all founded in attachment theory and informed by Polyvagal Theory.
What we label as harsh self-criticism, addiction, perfectionism, depression, mood disorders, or anxiety can be understood in a different light. These aren't signs of weakness or flaws. Rather: protective patterns. They reflect the mind’s effort to cope, to endure, and to keep going under strain.
Trauma is not always a single, defining event. More often, it is shaped slowly through repeated experiences of overwhelm and a lack of control. It can grow in environments where love felt uncertain, criticism was frequent, expectations were high, or where caregivers were struggling themselves.
I help people who carry similar patterns.
I integrate experiential modalities that go beyond what talking therapies can achieve: Coherence Therapy, AEDP, somatic and expressive approaches, all founded in attachment theory and informed by Polyvagal Theory.
What we label as harsh self-criticism, addiction, perfectionism, depression, mood disorders, or anxiety can be understood in a different light. These aren't signs of weakness or flaws. Rather: protective patterns. They reflect the mind’s effort to cope, to endure, and to keep going under strain.
Trauma is not always a single, defining event. More often, it is shaped slowly through repeated experiences of overwhelm and a lack of control. It can grow in environments where love felt uncertain, criticism was frequent, expectations were high, or where caregivers were struggling themselves.
I help people who carry similar patterns.
I am a trauma informed counsellor with tertiary and post graduate qualifications in Person Centred Counselling, Gestalt Relational Psychotherapy, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, Yoga, Mindfulness, and group facilitation
I draw on a range of modalities and interventions, and include your whole experience..your thoughts, feelings, emotions, and somatic (body based) sensations to develop your self awareness, increase self acceptance, and build the skills to communicate your needs, feelings, desires, and expectations in constructive and authentic ways.
I am a trauma informed counsellor with tertiary and post graduate qualifications in Person Centred Counselling, Gestalt Relational Psychotherapy, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, Yoga, Mindfulness, and group facilitation
I draw on a range of modalities and interventions, and include your whole experience..your thoughts, feelings, emotions, and somatic (body based) sensations to develop your self awareness, increase self acceptance, and build the skills to communicate your needs, feelings, desires, and expectations in constructive and authentic ways.
In 35yrs I've trained in various therapies - top down (CBT, ACT, SFBT, MI) and bottom up (EMDR, somatic, MBSR).
In over 30 years practice experience & ongoing professional development; I have had the privilege of working with children, young people and adults whose engagement, potential and enjoyment in education, employment, social recreational & family contexts has been compromised through challenging acute (short) or chronic (long term) experiences – affecting their mental health and overall wellbeing. Through an integrative therapeutic model we have many positive, wonderful, inspiring and occasionally surprising outcomes; with felt and observable progress - often from our very first session.
In 35yrs I've trained in various therapies - top down (CBT, ACT, SFBT, MI) and bottom up (EMDR, somatic, MBSR).
In over 30 years practice experience & ongoing professional development; I have had the privilege of working with children, young people and adults whose engagement, potential and enjoyment in education, employment, social recreational & family contexts has been compromised through challenging acute (short) or chronic (long term) experiences – affecting their mental health and overall wellbeing. Through an integrative therapeutic model we have many positive, wonderful, inspiring and occasionally surprising outcomes; with felt and observable progress - often from our very first session.
Reaching out for support can feel daunting, especially if you’re used to coping on your own or supporting others. You might be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or impacted by past experiences that still feel close. I offer a warm, non-judgmental and informal space where you can feel safe, heard and supported during vulnerable times.
Reaching out for support can feel daunting, especially if you’re used to coping on your own or supporting others. You might be feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or impacted by past experiences that still feel close. I offer a warm, non-judgmental and informal space where you can feel safe, heard and supported during vulnerable times.
Katrina is a registered Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association and holds a Bachelor of Counselling from the University of the Sunshine Coast. She provides both short and long-term psychotherapy and counselling for individuals.
Katrina welcomes both neurodivergent and neurotypical clients, supporting adults & young people aged 13+. She also works with self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants. Katrina is a registered WorkCover Queensland provider and offers private health fund rebates through participating funds.
Counselling is available face-to-face, online & walk & talk sessions
Katrina is a registered Counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association and holds a Bachelor of Counselling from the University of the Sunshine Coast. She provides both short and long-term psychotherapy and counselling for individuals.
Katrina welcomes both neurodivergent and neurotypical clients, supporting adults & young people aged 13+. She also works with self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants. Katrina is a registered WorkCover Queensland provider and offers private health fund rebates through participating funds.
Counselling is available face-to-face, online & walk & talk sessions
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I also use breath and somatic work to help release deep emotions.
I am a 'person-centred' therapist so I walk alongside you to support and listen to your needs. I provide home visits, included in my fee and online via Zoom (platform cost also included in my fee).
I also use breath and somatic work to help release deep emotions.
I am a 'person-centred' therapist so I walk alongside you to support and listen to your needs. I provide home visits, included in my fee and online via Zoom (platform cost also included in my fee).
All therapy programs include a integrative blend pf psychotherapy and somatic therapy and can be accessed online from anywhere in the world.
I help you break your biggest relationship patterns and create the love you desire.
Do you see these issues in your relationship/s?
The same patterns and conversations repeat over and over.
You drive important areas of the relationship in case they miss something important.
You have different levels of emotional maturity, and you feel a lack of depth.
Your intimacy is not where you want it to be, and you’re scared you won’t have more.
You were seriously let down somewhere and it hasn’t been resolved.
You are battling the dance of anxious-avoidant attachment.
You love aspects of the relationship but there are core things missing.
All therapy programs include a integrative blend pf psychotherapy and somatic therapy and can be accessed online from anywhere in the world.
I help you break your biggest relationship patterns and create the love you desire.
Do you see these issues in your relationship/s?
The same patterns and conversations repeat over and over.
You drive important areas of the relationship in case they miss something important.
You have different levels of emotional maturity, and you feel a lack of depth.
Your intimacy is not where you want it to be, and you’re scared you won’t have more.
You were seriously let down somewhere and it hasn’t been resolved.
You are battling the dance of anxious-avoidant attachment.
You love aspects of the relationship but there are core things missing.
This is achieved through a unique blend of talk therapy, meditation, art and other creative tools, mindful nutrition, menstrual cycle awareness, sound healing and somatic processing and support.
Hi! I'm a Holistic Counsellor, Sound Healing Practitioner and Nutrition, Health & Wellness Coach. I work with women and specialise in mind-body holistic wellbeing. My approach blends Psychology, Spirituality and Wellness with a social justice and systems lens. My gentle and relaxed approach assists you to understand the root cause of personal challenges through increasing awareness, compassion, connection and prioritising stress management & self-care.
This is achieved through a unique blend of talk therapy, meditation, art and other creative tools, mindful nutrition, menstrual cycle awareness, sound healing and somatic processing and support.
Hi! I'm a Holistic Counsellor, Sound Healing Practitioner and Nutrition, Health & Wellness Coach. I work with women and specialise in mind-body holistic wellbeing. My approach blends Psychology, Spirituality and Wellness with a social justice and systems lens. My gentle and relaxed approach assists you to understand the root cause of personal challenges through increasing awareness, compassion, connection and prioritising stress management & self-care.
The shock of a frightening medical diagnosis, significant loss, or other traumatic event in our lives can severely overwhelm our nervous system leaving us feeling fearful, anxious, panicky, unable to relax or sleep, emotional and very reactive to everyone around us. It is an awful place to find ourselves in and as humans we often try to avoid or distract ourselves from these unpleasant thoughts, feelings and emotions as best we can in an attempt to cope. Some of the behaviours we may use to bring short term relief, may be harmful to us in the long term, impact on our relationships, lead to depression or reduce our quality of life.
The shock of a frightening medical diagnosis, significant loss, or other traumatic event in our lives can severely overwhelm our nervous system leaving us feeling fearful, anxious, panicky, unable to relax or sleep, emotional and very reactive to everyone around us. It is an awful place to find ourselves in and as humans we often try to avoid or distract ourselves from these unpleasant thoughts, feelings and emotions as best we can in an attempt to cope. Some of the behaviours we may use to bring short term relief, may be harmful to us in the long term, impact on our relationships, lead to depression or reduce our quality of life.
Eating disorders can feel hopeless, but they aren’t. Whether this is your first time seeking help or your umpteenth time, I believe everyone can recover. Just as there are many reasons why an eating disorder manifests in your life, the way you recover will be just as unique. If there were a one-size-fits-all solution, that would perhaps be as deceptive as the problem itself. Whether it’s perfectionism, judgment, loneliness, self-improvement, health, fear, family issues…Together, we will discover what invites these problems into your life and begin to find what recovery means for you.
Eating disorders can feel hopeless, but they aren’t. Whether this is your first time seeking help or your umpteenth time, I believe everyone can recover. Just as there are many reasons why an eating disorder manifests in your life, the way you recover will be just as unique. If there were a one-size-fits-all solution, that would perhaps be as deceptive as the problem itself. Whether it’s perfectionism, judgment, loneliness, self-improvement, health, fear, family issues…Together, we will discover what invites these problems into your life and begin to find what recovery means for you.
(EMDR, DBR, parts-work, & somatic therapies ).
I support clients through a range of issues, challenges, heartaches, and losses, from smaller concerns to the really big stuff. I aim to help you to work at the root cause of mental health symptoms and personal challenges, including managing difficult emotions, self-sabotaging behaviours, relationship issues, boundary issues and a harsh inner critic.
(EMDR, DBR, parts-work, & somatic therapies ).
I support clients through a range of issues, challenges, heartaches, and losses, from smaller concerns to the really big stuff. I aim to help you to work at the root cause of mental health symptoms and personal challenges, including managing difficult emotions, self-sabotaging behaviours, relationship issues, boundary issues and a harsh inner critic.
I draw on a blend of ACT, CBT, DBT, and Somatic Therapy, tailoring my approach to what works best for you.
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.
I draw on a blend of ACT, CBT, DBT, and Somatic Therapy, tailoring my approach to what works best for you.
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.
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.
I hold Bachelor and Master's qualifications in Counselling, have experience working in private practice, have interned as a counsellor at a psychology practice and have accreditations / certifications in areas including trauma, loss, grief, anxiety, LGBTQIA, neurodiversity, somatic-based therapies.
Maybe you're coping on the outside, but on the inside, you feel tense, on edge, anxious, overwhelmed or just not quite able to settle. Many people I work with are fully functioning and managing life day-to-day, though they feel exhausted and burnt out by what they’re holding onto internally. Often, this is shaped by past experiences that still influence how their mind and body respond. Their responses feel more reactive then considered... I help you to identify and make sense of these feelings and patterns and assist you to gently shift them, so you can feel steadier, more connected, in control and at ease in your day-to-day life.
I hold Bachelor and Master's qualifications in Counselling, have experience working in private practice, have interned as a counsellor at a psychology practice and have accreditations / certifications in areas including trauma, loss, grief, anxiety, LGBTQIA, neurodiversity, somatic-based therapies.
Maybe you're coping on the outside, but on the inside, you feel tense, on edge, anxious, overwhelmed or just not quite able to settle. Many people I work with are fully functioning and managing life day-to-day, though they feel exhausted and burnt out by what they’re holding onto internally. Often, this is shaped by past experiences that still influence how their mind and body respond. Their responses feel more reactive then considered... I help you to identify and make sense of these feelings and patterns and assist you to gently shift them, so you can feel steadier, more connected, in control and at ease in your day-to-day life.
As a counsellor, I take an active, person-centred approach to therapy - I'd like to support you in learning new tools, habits and behaviours that actually make a difference to your daily wellbeing.
Our sessions are completely guided by you - your goals, challenges and growth areas. During your first few sessions, we work collaboratively to identify your key concerns and growth areas. Together, we can set clearly outlined goals for our sessions, so you feel like you are building towards these goals with every session.
As a counsellor, I take an active, person-centred approach to therapy - I'd like to support you in learning new tools, habits and behaviours that actually make a difference to your daily wellbeing.
Our sessions are completely guided by you - your goals, challenges and growth areas. During your first few sessions, we work collaboratively to identify your key concerns and growth areas. Together, we can set clearly outlined goals for our sessions, so you feel like you are building towards these goals with every session.
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.
I use evidence based body orientated approaches such as somatic experiencing, EMDR, mindfulness training, art therapy and family constellation work.
I work with adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and attentional issues. My forte is empowering clients to access their own inner resources and strengths so they can return to health and well being.
I use evidence based body orientated approaches such as somatic experiencing, EMDR, mindfulness training, art therapy and family constellation work.
I work with adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and attentional issues. My forte is empowering clients to access their own inner resources and strengths so they can return to health and well being.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and EMDR therapist. I employ a trauma-informed, attachment-focused approach to people’s paths to triumphant transformation. Their healing paths are paved with kindness, compassion, curiosity, humour, and play. I have provided 33+ years of highly-skilled therapy for diverse people with complex needs, e.g., anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, transgenerational trauma, dissociative disorders, complex PTSD, mental illnesses, identity exploration and D&FV. Specialising in complex childhood trauma, I use empowering evidence-based treatments that help people from 12+ years of age.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and EMDR therapist. I employ a trauma-informed, attachment-focused approach to people’s paths to triumphant transformation. Their healing paths are paved with kindness, compassion, curiosity, humour, and play. I have provided 33+ years of highly-skilled therapy for diverse people with complex needs, e.g., anxiety, depression, grief, PTSD, transgenerational trauma, dissociative disorders, complex PTSD, mental illnesses, identity exploration and D&FV. Specialising in complex childhood trauma, I use empowering evidence-based treatments that help people from 12+ years of age.
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Somatic Therapists
How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.