Addiction Psychologists and Therapists in Landsborough, QLD

Freeman Clinic
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Landsborough, QLD 4550
I work with adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and attentional issues.
I provide a safe space for people to develop skills and their capacity to deal more effectively with their mental health issues. I use evidence based body orientated approaches such as somatic experiencing, EMDR, mindfulness training, art therapy and family constellation work. I am currently training in psychedelic assisted therapy.
I work with adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and attentional issues.
I provide a safe space for people to develop skills and their capacity to deal more effectively with their mental health issues. I use evidence based body orientated approaches such as somatic experiencing, EMDR, mindfulness training, art therapy and family constellation work. I am currently training in psychedelic assisted therapy.
(07) 5240 7000 View (07) 5240 7000
Rebeccah Evans Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
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.
(07) 5451 4012 View (07) 5451 4012
Amanda Morphett
Social Worker, AASW
Serves Area
I work alongside women navigating neurodivergence, highly sensitive nervous systems, trauma, chronic illness, autoimmune conditions, burnout, anxiety, addiction, experiences of oppression, and significant life transitions including perimenopause and menopause.
My approach is grounded in whole-of-person care and informed by a whole-of-system understanding. Drawing on over 15 years of experience as a senior social worker and counsellor in mental health and addiction, I integrate trauma-informed, harm minimisation, nervous system and somatic approaches alongside ACT, Internal Family Systems and Compassionate Inquiry.
I work alongside women navigating neurodivergence, highly sensitive nervous systems, trauma, chronic illness, autoimmune conditions, burnout, anxiety, addiction, experiences of oppression, and significant life transitions including perimenopause and menopause.
My approach is grounded in whole-of-person care and informed by a whole-of-system understanding. Drawing on over 15 years of experience as a senior social worker and counsellor in mental health and addiction, I integrate trauma-informed, harm minimisation, nervous system and somatic approaches alongside ACT, Internal Family Systems and Compassionate Inquiry.
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Astrid de Ruiter
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a PACFA registered clinical counsellor with over 20 years of experience, a certified Level 2 IFS psychotherapist, and a certified mindfulness teacher. I have a special interest in trauma informed, mindfulness and body-based approaches. I specialize in working with complex childhood trauma, but can also help with a range of other issues. My clients have often tried various psychological modalities which helped to some degree, but continued to struggle with certain issues. The combination of therapeutic modalities I use, particularly IFS, often helps people go much deeper within themselves and resolve those issues. ​
I am a PACFA registered clinical counsellor with over 20 years of experience, a certified Level 2 IFS psychotherapist, and a certified mindfulness teacher. I have a special interest in trauma informed, mindfulness and body-based approaches. I specialize in working with complex childhood trauma, but can also help with a range of other issues. My clients have often tried various psychological modalities which helped to some degree, but continued to struggle with certain issues. The combination of therapeutic modalities I use, particularly IFS, often helps people go much deeper within themselves and resolve those issues. ​
(07) 5451 4048 View (07) 5451 4048

More Therapists Nearby

Matt Vance
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Org. Psych.
Maleny, QLD 4552
Specialize in Gambling Addiction and Alcohol Addiction.
After hours and weekends appointments available. Matt specialises in Anxiety, Alcohol, and Gambling addictions, Phobias release through Hypnosis and NLP. Chronic Pain release techniques. Matt also works part time at a long term addiction retreat.
Specialize in Gambling Addiction and Alcohol Addiction.
After hours and weekends appointments available. Matt specialises in Anxiety, Alcohol, and Gambling addictions, Phobias release through Hypnosis and NLP. Chronic Pain release techniques. Matt also works part time at a long term addiction retreat.
(07) 5451 4089 View (07) 5451 4089
Back on Track Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
2 Endorsed
Tewantin, QLD 4565
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 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.
(07) 5224 2037 View (07) 5224 2037
Kent Cheney
Counsellor
Online Only
I support adults who feel stuck in patterns of unwanted sexual behaviours and want lasting change, including those seeking help to take responsibility and prevent harm. My approach is calm, structured, and non-judgemental, focusing on understanding underlying drivers, building practical strategies, and strengthening self-control and accountability. I provide a confidential space where clients can speak openly without shame. Sessions are goal-focused and paced to support sustainable growth rather than quick fixes. I offer online counselling for individuals ready to engage honestly in the change process.
I support adults who feel stuck in patterns of unwanted sexual behaviours and want lasting change, including those seeking help to take responsibility and prevent harm. My approach is calm, structured, and non-judgemental, focusing on understanding underlying drivers, building practical strategies, and strengthening self-control and accountability. I provide a confidential space where clients can speak openly without shame. Sessions are goal-focused and paced to support sustainable growth rather than quick fixes. I offer online counselling for individuals ready to engage honestly in the change process.
0494 587 298 View 0494 587 298
Holistic Therapy and Counselling
Social Worker, AMHSW
Sunrise Beach, QLD 4567
Providing psychological and somatic interventions for people with chronic pain/illnesses, anxiety, trauma, substance use, grief and more.
Hi, I’m Gun — an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, trained in Evidence-Based EFT/Tapping, ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), ACT for trauma, anxiety, relationships, ADHD and perfectionism, and a Certified Buteyko Breathing Instructor. I specialise in anxiety, trauma, insomnia, chronic pain/illnesses and other health challenges. Offering psychological interventions tailored to your needs and with a Mental Health Care Plan, 10 Medicare rebate sessions per calendar year.
Providing psychological and somatic interventions for people with chronic pain/illnesses, anxiety, trauma, substance use, grief and more.
Hi, I’m Gun — an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, trained in Evidence-Based EFT/Tapping, ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), ACT for trauma, anxiety, relationships, ADHD and perfectionism, and a Certified Buteyko Breathing Instructor. I specialise in anxiety, trauma, insomnia, chronic pain/illnesses and other health challenges. Offering psychological interventions tailored to your needs and with a Mental Health Care Plan, 10 Medicare rebate sessions per calendar year.
(07) 5240 5771 View (07) 5240 5771
Darren Rose
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Darren is a registered psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults, providing tailored support to address a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs. He draws on evidence-based approaches to help clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and neurodevelopmental disorders. With a warm and collaborative style, he creates a safe and supportive environment where clients feel understood, empowered, and equipped with practical strategies to foster resilience and positive change.
Darren is a registered psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults, providing tailored support to address a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs. He draws on evidence-based approaches to help clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and neurodevelopmental disorders. With a warm and collaborative style, he creates a safe and supportive environment where clients feel understood, empowered, and equipped with practical strategies to foster resilience and positive change.
(03) 9068 5778 View (03) 9068 5778
Many of the men I work with are carrying heavy burdens — grief and loss, trauma, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, depression, or a deep sense of losing purpose.
I’m a counsellor with a Master of Counselling and co-founder of Rise From Within Counselling. My primary approach is Person-Centred Therapy, where you’ll feel safe, supported, and understood. I also use CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to provide both practical tools and deeper healing.
Many of the men I work with are carrying heavy burdens — grief and loss, trauma, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, depression, or a deep sense of losing purpose.
I’m a counsellor with a Master of Counselling and co-founder of Rise From Within Counselling. My primary approach is Person-Centred Therapy, where you’ll feel safe, supported, and understood. I also use CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to provide both practical tools and deeper healing.
(07) 5240 9986 View (07) 5240 9986
Alicia Garrett - Vista Counselling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Maroochydore, QLD 4558
I have worked with teens, adults and families experiencing a diverse range of difficulties including; anxiety, depression, family violence, relationship difficulties/breakdowns, personality disorders, complex trauma/trauma, disordered eating, low self-esteem and substance misuse.
My therapeutic approach is underpinned by trauma-informed practice. Supporting people to develop a deeper understanding of their experiences at individual and relational levels; whilst empowering them with knowledge, understanding and skills. I am also trained in; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectic Behavioural.
I have worked with teens, adults and families experiencing a diverse range of difficulties including; anxiety, depression, family violence, relationship difficulties/breakdowns, personality disorders, complex trauma/trauma, disordered eating, low self-esteem and substance misuse.
My therapeutic approach is underpinned by trauma-informed practice. Supporting people to develop a deeper understanding of their experiences at individual and relational levels; whilst empowering them with knowledge, understanding and skills. I am also trained in; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectic Behavioural.
(07) 5240 9990 View (07) 5240 9990
New Hope Psychology & Counselling
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
As C.S. Lewis once wrote: “Getting over a painful experience is much like crossing monkey bars. You have to let go at some point in order to move forward.” Holding on to the past can keep individuals from healing and moving forward. I support clients in finding the courage to let go and move through their healing journey. I offer a safe, respectful space to explore their experiences, reconnect with values, and move toward meaningful change. My approach is compassionate, integrative, and trauma-informed, with openness to incorporating Christian faith or personal beliefs when meaningful to the individual.
As C.S. Lewis once wrote: “Getting over a painful experience is much like crossing monkey bars. You have to let go at some point in order to move forward.” Holding on to the past can keep individuals from healing and moving forward. I support clients in finding the courage to let go and move through their healing journey. I offer a safe, respectful space to explore their experiences, reconnect with values, and move toward meaningful change. My approach is compassionate, integrative, and trauma-informed, with openness to incorporating Christian faith or personal beliefs when meaningful to the individual.
(07) 3186 9763 View (07) 3186 9763
I work with adults experiencing trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, neurodivergence, substance use and occupational stress.
My experience spans private practice, correctional and forensic mental health, AOD and community settings, with complex and high-risk presentations. I use evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing and IFS-informed therapy, supported by advanced training in trauma, neurodivergence, forensic mental health and neuroscience.
I work with adults experiencing trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, neurodivergence, substance use and occupational stress.
My experience spans private practice, correctional and forensic mental health, AOD and community settings, with complex and high-risk presentations. I use evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing and IFS-informed therapy, supported by advanced training in trauma, neurodivergence, forensic mental health and neuroscience.
(07) 5241 4722 View (07) 5241 4722
Alana Rhodes
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Noosa Heads, QLD 4567
I work with sensitive, intuitive adults, teens, and young adults in Noosa Heads who often experience life more intensely than those around them, seeking support for anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions. You may feel exhausted from trying to hold it all together. Sensitivity is not something to fix or overcome, it’s a way of relating to the world and can be a strength. My approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, and nervous-system focused. I bring a background in yoga and wellness. I also work in family law, which gives me experience with relationship breakdowns, conflict, and emotionally complex family dynamics.
I work with sensitive, intuitive adults, teens, and young adults in Noosa Heads who often experience life more intensely than those around them, seeking support for anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and life transitions. You may feel exhausted from trying to hold it all together. Sensitivity is not something to fix or overcome, it’s a way of relating to the world and can be a strength. My approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, and nervous-system focused. I bring a background in yoga and wellness. I also work in family law, which gives me experience with relationship breakdowns, conflict, and emotionally complex family dynamics.
(07) 5241 1219 View (07) 5241 1219
Linda Thomson, M.Couns, MSW - Couples Counsellor
Social Worker, MSc, AMHSW
Tewantin, QLD 4565
I specialise in relationship counselling, couples counselling, marriage counselling, sex therapy, ADHD and neurodiverse relationships, and infidelity recovery. I’ve worked with more than 30,000 clients and achieved around a 98% success rate over 20+ years in private practice. Whether you are facing miscommunication, ongoing conflict, broken trust, or needing support to rebuild intimacy and sexual connection, I provide clear, practical strategies. Many clients value not only my professional training but also my lived experience of ADHD and neurodiverse relationships, which helps them feel truly understood and supported.
I specialise in relationship counselling, couples counselling, marriage counselling, sex therapy, ADHD and neurodiverse relationships, and infidelity recovery. I’ve worked with more than 30,000 clients and achieved around a 98% success rate over 20+ years in private practice. Whether you are facing miscommunication, ongoing conflict, broken trust, or needing support to rebuild intimacy and sexual connection, I provide clear, practical strategies. Many clients value not only my professional training but also my lived experience of ADHD and neurodiverse relationships, which helps them feel truly understood and supported.
(07) 5230 7395 View (07) 5230 7395
In our first session, we talk about what’s brought you here — whether it’s the pain of repeated relationship disappointments, uncertainty in a long-term partnership, or feeling weighed down by anxiety, low mood, disordered eating, or emotional distress. You may be navigating life feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like things should feel better than they do — and you’re looking to change this.
In our first session, we talk about what’s brought you here — whether it’s the pain of repeated relationship disappointments, uncertainty in a long-term partnership, or feeling weighed down by anxiety, low mood, disordered eating, or emotional distress. You may be navigating life feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like things should feel better than they do — and you’re looking to change this.
(08) 7008 7605 View (08) 7008 7605
Ben Burns
Counsellor, ACA-L1
2 Endorsed
Battery Hill, 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.
(07) 5317 1032 View (07) 5317 1032
Hope 4 U Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Burpengary East, QLD 4505
Hi I’m Nicci at Hope 4 U Counselling, a private practice where my focus is to ensure clients feel heard, accepted and supported in their particular life challenges and to offer a better way forward with renewed insight and understanding. As a professional counsellor I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I am registered with the Australian Counselling Association and have worked alongside clients who present with a vast array of concerns and life situations that are unique to them. I offer encouragement, compassion and empathy as I help clients navigate life’s challenges and support helpful thinking.
Hi I’m Nicci at Hope 4 U Counselling, a private practice where my focus is to ensure clients feel heard, accepted and supported in their particular life challenges and to offer a better way forward with renewed insight and understanding. As a professional counsellor I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. I am registered with the Australian Counselling Association and have worked alongside clients who present with a vast array of concerns and life situations that are unique to them. I offer encouragement, compassion and empathy as I help clients navigate life’s challenges and support helpful thinking.
(07) 5300 2038 View (07) 5300 2038
Emma Ride
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Woodford, QLD 4514
Welcome! I'm Emma, I have a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges and uncover their inner strength. My approach to counselling is rooted in compassion, empathy, and a deep commitment to creating a safe, non-judgmental space for healing and growth.
Welcome! I'm Emma, I have a passion for helping individuals navigate life's challenges and uncover their inner strength. My approach to counselling is rooted in compassion, empathy, and a deep commitment to creating a safe, non-judgmental space for healing and growth.
(07) 5240 1619 View (07) 5240 1619
Kathleen Murray
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
I assist in addressing the following: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, ADD, Trauma, Grief, Couple’s/Relationship Therapy, Addictions, as well as Career, Life and Motivational Coaching.
Hi, I’m Kathleen of My Psychologist Kathleen, a telepsychology service that provides clients with a variety of treatments. I offer psychological education along with evidence-based techniques for clients to practise and apply in their lives. From personal issues to relationship troubles, you can count on me to help you manage or resolve what worries you.
I assist in addressing the following: Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, ADD, Trauma, Grief, Couple’s/Relationship Therapy, Addictions, as well as Career, Life and Motivational Coaching.
Hi, I’m Kathleen of My Psychologist Kathleen, a telepsychology service that provides clients with a variety of treatments. I offer psychological education along with evidence-based techniques for clients to practise and apply in their lives. From personal issues to relationship troubles, you can count on me to help you manage or resolve what worries you.
(07) 4802 8314 View (07) 4802 8314
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.