Addiction Psychologists and Therapists in Fortitude Valley, QLD
Above my knowledge and many years of experience within private practice and luxury drug and alcohol rehabilitation centres; I believe the relationship with the client is the greatest determinant for treatment success. The connection & trust we establish and build together is a privilege and I look forward to holding space for you.
Above my knowledge and many years of experience within private practice and luxury drug and alcohol rehabilitation centres; I believe the relationship with the client is the greatest determinant for treatment success. The connection & trust we establish and build together is a privilege and I look forward to holding space for you.
She has experience working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, have neurodiversity, autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, are experiencing difficulties with adjustment, substance use, trauma, PTSD, self-esteem/confidence, stress/burnout, bullying, specific learning disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, phobias, anger, personality disorders and psychosis.
Ellie utilises Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Motivational Interviewing. Ellie is experienced in administering an array of assessments, incorporating relevant resources into sessions and liaising with clients’ wider support teams wherever helpful towards client goals.
She has experience working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, have neurodiversity, autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, are experiencing difficulties with adjustment, substance use, trauma, PTSD, self-esteem/confidence, stress/burnout, bullying, specific learning disorders, OCD, bipolar disorder, phobias, anger, personality disorders and psychosis.
Ellie utilises Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Motivational Interviewing. Ellie is experienced in administering an array of assessments, incorporating relevant resources into sessions and liaising with clients’ wider support teams wherever helpful towards client goals.
I’m a PACFA-registered counsellor, and founder of Becoming On Point. I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy, and support adults navigating anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship strain, self-worth, AOD challenges, trauma-related patterns, grief, stress and life transitions. Some clients come because they feel stuck or overwhelmed; others appear high-functioning but feel stretched underneath. My approach is warm, practical and collaborative, helping clients better understand their patterns, regulate emotions and move toward sustainable change.
I’m a PACFA-registered counsellor, and founder of Becoming On Point. I specialise in trauma-informed psychotherapy, and support adults navigating anxiety, low mood, burnout, relationship strain, self-worth, AOD challenges, trauma-related patterns, grief, stress and life transitions. Some clients come because they feel stuck or overwhelmed; others appear high-functioning but feel stretched underneath. My approach is warm, practical and collaborative, helping clients better understand their patterns, regulate emotions and move toward sustainable change.
My name is Rasha. I'm a queer, trans, Arabic, first gen., Trauma-informed Therapist. I practice with a person-centred focus, understanding that every individuals experience is unique and their path to self-actualisation lies in their own self-determination. I aim to provide a safe space to empower clients to feel able to address their therapeutic goals, emotional distress, and unpack the challenges impacting their lives. I practice with a strong focus on psycho-education, in hopes to give partcipants the tools to deepen their understanding of themselves so that they can take control of their lives and actualise.
My name is Rasha. I'm a queer, trans, Arabic, first gen., Trauma-informed Therapist. I practice with a person-centred focus, understanding that every individuals experience is unique and their path to self-actualisation lies in their own self-determination. I aim to provide a safe space to empower clients to feel able to address their therapeutic goals, emotional distress, and unpack the challenges impacting their lives. I practice with a strong focus on psycho-education, in hopes to give partcipants the tools to deepen their understanding of themselves so that they can take control of their lives and actualise.
I work with impulse control, anger, LGBTQIA+ identity, chronic illness, complex trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, shame and men's wellbeing.
Many of us were never taught how to understand our own patterns, why we react the way we do, why certain things keep repeating, why managing alone isn't enough. As adults, these patterns affect our work, relationships and sense of self in ways we don't always see clearly. With the right support, real change is possible.
But there is hope.
I work with impulse control, anger, LGBTQIA+ identity, chronic illness, complex trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, shame and men's wellbeing.
Many of us were never taught how to understand our own patterns, why we react the way we do, why certain things keep repeating, why managing alone isn't enough. As adults, these patterns affect our work, relationships and sense of self in ways we don't always see clearly. With the right support, real change is possible.
But there is hope.
Hi! I'm Renee - a clinical psychologist and Accredited EMDR Practitioner offering individual therapy to adults with complex/post-traumatic stress disorders, attachment difficulties, and phobias. I use an integrative approach to developing tailored treatment plans, also drawing upon ACT, CBT, and Schema Therapy interventions. Appointments are available via Telehealth or in Spring Hill, Brisbane.
Hi! I'm Renee - a clinical psychologist and Accredited EMDR Practitioner offering individual therapy to adults with complex/post-traumatic stress disorders, attachment difficulties, and phobias. I use an integrative approach to developing tailored treatment plans, also drawing upon ACT, CBT, and Schema Therapy interventions. Appointments are available via Telehealth or in Spring Hill, Brisbane.
I am experienced in working with: exploring gender & sexual diversity, military and veteran support, trauma & PTSD, anxiety & depression, life adjustment difficulties, health anxiety, self esteem & identity, relationship & interpersonal issues, navigating grief & loss, addiction recovery, emotional and binge eating recovery.
Welcome! I am a clinical psychologist providing a friendly, safe, & non-judgmental space for everyone, embracing all cultural backgrounds, gender identities, and sexual orientations. My approach blends psychodynamic and attachment theories, focusing on compassion, empathy, and creating a healing environment. My passion lies in helping people rise above life’s challenges, especially those involving trauma. I’m particularly dedicated to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, and as a former defence force member, I also have a deep commitment to supporting current and ex-serving military personnel through military-related experiences.
I am experienced in working with: exploring gender & sexual diversity, military and veteran support, trauma & PTSD, anxiety & depression, life adjustment difficulties, health anxiety, self esteem & identity, relationship & interpersonal issues, navigating grief & loss, addiction recovery, emotional and binge eating recovery.
Welcome! I am a clinical psychologist providing a friendly, safe, & non-judgmental space for everyone, embracing all cultural backgrounds, gender identities, and sexual orientations. My approach blends psychodynamic and attachment theories, focusing on compassion, empathy, and creating a healing environment. My passion lies in helping people rise above life’s challenges, especially those involving trauma. I’m particularly dedicated to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, and as a former defence force member, I also have a deep commitment to supporting current and ex-serving military personnel through military-related experiences.
I provide ADHD assessments and evidence-based therapy for anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and addictions, with a focus on complex PTSD and attachment-related difficulties.
Together, we will choose the best approach for you by integrating a range of methods. Our work is grounded in evidence-based modalities like EMDR, CBT, and ACT, and is enriched by mindfulness, parts work (e.g., IFS), emotion regulation strategies, attachment theory, and insights from Jungian and psychoanalytic theory.
I provide ADHD assessments and evidence-based therapy for anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and addictions, with a focus on complex PTSD and attachment-related difficulties.
Together, we will choose the best approach for you by integrating a range of methods. Our work is grounded in evidence-based modalities like EMDR, CBT, and ACT, and is enriched by mindfulness, parts work (e.g., IFS), emotion regulation strategies, attachment theory, and insights from Jungian and psychoanalytic theory.
I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy to support individuals in navigating life’s challenges, particularly those arising from trauma, dissociation, and attachment-related difficulties.
I offer a range of well-established therapeutic modalities, including EMDR, Schema Therapy, Ego State/Parts Work, CBT, ACT and DBT, tailored to meet each client’s unique needs.
I have extensive experience working with complex and developmental trauma, first responders, EAP clients, and individuals impacted by childhood trauma. My approach is grounded in safety, collaboration, and respect.
I am committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy to support individuals in navigating life’s challenges, particularly those arising from trauma, dissociation, and attachment-related difficulties.
I offer a range of well-established therapeutic modalities, including EMDR, Schema Therapy, Ego State/Parts Work, CBT, ACT and DBT, tailored to meet each client’s unique needs.
I have extensive experience working with complex and developmental trauma, first responders, EAP clients, and individuals impacted by childhood trauma. My approach is grounded in safety, collaboration, and respect.
Additionally, I have extensive experience in working with those who have suffered significant trauma such as sexual assault, domestic violence and addiction.
I am a Gestalt psychotherapist and offer a warm and compassionate approach to therapy, working holistically and relationally with my clients and their life experiences. I provide a relaxed space of acceptance and non-judgment, and strive to offer trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and inclusive therapy, with a strong awareness of the systems of power and oppression that shape and impact our lives. I believe therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and see my primary role as working to truly understand your individual experience. I am guided by each individual’s goals and needs, and use an integrated experiential approach to therapy.
Additionally, I have extensive experience in working with those who have suffered significant trauma such as sexual assault, domestic violence and addiction.
I am a Gestalt psychotherapist and offer a warm and compassionate approach to therapy, working holistically and relationally with my clients and their life experiences. I provide a relaxed space of acceptance and non-judgment, and strive to offer trauma-informed, anti-oppressive and inclusive therapy, with a strong awareness of the systems of power and oppression that shape and impact our lives. I believe therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and see my primary role as working to truly understand your individual experience. I am guided by each individual’s goals and needs, and use an integrated experiential approach to therapy.
We are a group of outstanding independent psychologists based in Brisbane, dedicated to offering boutique evidence-based psychology services.
We are a group of outstanding independent psychologists based in Brisbane, dedicated to offering boutique evidence-based psychology services.
Mariyah Shahrin | Sama Sama Counselling
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
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Looking for a queer, neurodivergent and culturally affirming counsellor? Hi! I'm Mariyah (she/her), a registered counsellor. I have a strong curiosity for people, the human experience and assisting people in achieving their best potential and life goals. I'm passionate in working with individuals in the LGBTQ+, culturally diverse, and neurodivergent communities and others who experience mental health concerns. I enjoy taking a person-centered approach where you lead where our sessions go — whether that is to “fix” a particular problem you’re experiencing, or to better understand yourself.
Not currently accepting new clients! /
Looking for a queer, neurodivergent and culturally affirming counsellor? Hi! I'm Mariyah (she/her), a registered counsellor. I have a strong curiosity for people, the human experience and assisting people in achieving their best potential and life goals. I'm passionate in working with individuals in the LGBTQ+, culturally diverse, and neurodivergent communities and others who experience mental health concerns. I enjoy taking a person-centered approach where you lead where our sessions go — whether that is to “fix” a particular problem you’re experiencing, or to better understand yourself.
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We are Queensland based registered telehealth psychologists with a wealth of experience and training in psychological/psychometric assessments, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) intervention, Counselling, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Informed Care, and Attachment-Based Therapy.
We work with people experiencing multiple and complex needs. We have worked in a variety of settings in Australia and the United Kingdom including custodial centres, not for profit mental health care services, the Department of Justice and Attorney General, Corrective Services and with voluntary early intervention programs through a number of courts.
We are Queensland based registered telehealth psychologists with a wealth of experience and training in psychological/psychometric assessments, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) intervention, Counselling, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Informed Care, and Attachment-Based Therapy.
We work with people experiencing multiple and complex needs. We have worked in a variety of settings in Australia and the United Kingdom including custodial centres, not for profit mental health care services, the Department of Justice and Attorney General, Corrective Services and with voluntary early intervention programs through a number of courts.
I work particularly well with addiction and recovery, dual diagnosis, trauma, major life transitions, and questions of identity.
PACFA-registered counsellor. Master’s in Counselling, background in nursing and AOD services. I draw on Schema Therapy, CBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing.
Sessions are collaborative and direct — starting with what’s actually driving the difficulty, working toward practical skills and insight to move differently.
I work particularly well with addiction and recovery, dual diagnosis, trauma, major life transitions, and questions of identity.
PACFA-registered counsellor. Master’s in Counselling, background in nursing and AOD services. I draw on Schema Therapy, CBT, ACT, and Motivational Interviewing.
Sessions are collaborative and direct — starting with what’s actually driving the difficulty, working toward practical skills and insight to move differently.
I provide a warm, attuned space where you can bring whatever you’re going through, whether it’s; anxiety, depression, addictions/compulsions, relationship issues, sexuality, identity or that you're simply feeling stuck in life.
My approach is person-centred, psychodynamic and process-oriented. My work is about helping you develop a deeper understanding of yourself—your patterns, emotions, and the unconscious dynamics shaping your life. It's about creating real change and helping you on your evolutionary path.
I provide a warm, attuned space where you can bring whatever you’re going through, whether it’s; anxiety, depression, addictions/compulsions, relationship issues, sexuality, identity or that you're simply feeling stuck in life.
My approach is person-centred, psychodynamic and process-oriented. My work is about helping you develop a deeper understanding of yourself—your patterns, emotions, and the unconscious dynamics shaping your life. It's about creating real change and helping you on your evolutionary path.
I specialise in working with clients experiencing addiction and substance dependancy, difficulty managing emotions, developmental trauma and relationship challenges.
I offer therapeutic services for people navigating the challenges of life — those quiet, heavy experiences that can make it hard to recognise yourself anymore.
Through the integration of lived experience, professional practice and a strong theoretical background I works in a way that bridges the gaps between theory and practice.
My intention is to share my natural warmth and engaging style to integrate current research from neuroscience, psychology, philosophy and psychotherapy. Together, we’ll make sense of your experiences and work towards meaningful and lasting change.
I specialise in working with clients experiencing addiction and substance dependancy, difficulty managing emotions, developmental trauma and relationship challenges.
I offer therapeutic services for people navigating the challenges of life — those quiet, heavy experiences that can make it hard to recognise yourself anymore.
Through the integration of lived experience, professional practice and a strong theoretical background I works in a way that bridges the gaps between theory and practice.
My intention is to share my natural warmth and engaging style to integrate current research from neuroscience, psychology, philosophy and psychotherapy. Together, we’ll make sense of your experiences and work towards meaningful and lasting change.
I am an experienced trauma-&IFS-informed therapist. I work well with people who are ready to do 'the work'. I briefly bring strategies that can be useful to your everyday life initially, relying on modalities such as mindfulness and polyvagal theory, before moving into deeper work based in Internal Family Systems (IFS), if and when the time is right. I assist/guide you to reveal and heal the parts of you that carry thoughts, feelings and behaviours that no longer serve you. It is not always doom and gloom. We work together light-heartedly to safely reveal your unconscious motivations and inner strength, towards lasting healing.
I am an experienced trauma-&IFS-informed therapist. I work well with people who are ready to do 'the work'. I briefly bring strategies that can be useful to your everyday life initially, relying on modalities such as mindfulness and polyvagal theory, before moving into deeper work based in Internal Family Systems (IFS), if and when the time is right. I assist/guide you to reveal and heal the parts of you that carry thoughts, feelings and behaviours that no longer serve you. It is not always doom and gloom. We work together light-heartedly to safely reveal your unconscious motivations and inner strength, towards lasting healing.
She works with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, stress, childhood trauma, addiction, self-esteem and grief.
Ingrid is registered psychologist who provides in person therapy to clients in Melbourne and online therapy to clients Australia wide. In therapy, the environment Ingrid creates is compassionate, animated and genuine. She enjoys building long-lasting and meaningful connections with clients, knowing that this can be a catalyst for a successful experience in therapy. Ingrid is specifically interested in clients who present with developmental/relational-trauma and utilises her knowledge of attachment theory and family systems to help clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves.
She works with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, stress, childhood trauma, addiction, self-esteem and grief.
Ingrid is registered psychologist who provides in person therapy to clients in Melbourne and online therapy to clients Australia wide. In therapy, the environment Ingrid creates is compassionate, animated and genuine. She enjoys building long-lasting and meaningful connections with clients, knowing that this can be a catalyst for a successful experience in therapy. Ingrid is specifically interested in clients who present with developmental/relational-trauma and utilises her knowledge of attachment theory and family systems to help clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves.
My main area of focus is the intimacy and relationship challenges that come with addiction recovery and healing childhood wounds.
With over a decade supporting people in addiction recovery, I'm passionate about helping individuals navigate rebuilding their lives, including the trauma healing necessary to build healthy relationships. My market research consulting background - listening carefully, recognizing patterns, and simplifying complexity - guides my therapeutic approach.
My main area of focus is the intimacy and relationship challenges that come with addiction recovery and healing childhood wounds.
With over a decade supporting people in addiction recovery, I'm passionate about helping individuals navigate rebuilding their lives, including the trauma healing necessary to build healthy relationships. My market research consulting background - listening carefully, recognizing patterns, and simplifying complexity - guides my therapeutic approach.
I focus on areas such as anxiety, low mood, struggles with anger and emotion regulation, relationship challenges, substance abuse, and supporting men’s mental health.
As a Clinical Psychologist and Director of Wisemind & Body, I have created a welcoming and supportive practice dedicated to providing expert care tailored to individual needs. My holistic, mind-body, and trauma-informed approach ensures that each client receives comprehensive treatment for mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and trauma. Beyond just treatment, I am passionate about empowering clients to embrace their personal journeys, equipping them with tools to overcome challenges. Choosing Wisemind & Body means choosing a path that respects your unique experiences, gives you control, and fosters lasting change.
I focus on areas such as anxiety, low mood, struggles with anger and emotion regulation, relationship challenges, substance abuse, and supporting men’s mental health.
As a Clinical Psychologist and Director of Wisemind & Body, I have created a welcoming and supportive practice dedicated to providing expert care tailored to individual needs. My holistic, mind-body, and trauma-informed approach ensures that each client receives comprehensive treatment for mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and trauma. Beyond just treatment, I am passionate about empowering clients to embrace their personal journeys, equipping them with tools to overcome challenges. Choosing Wisemind & Body means choosing a path that respects your unique experiences, gives you control, and fosters lasting change.
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Addiction Therapists
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.