Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Mount Coolum, QLD
Tamara Evans Counselling
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Mount Coolum, QLD 4573
Waitlist for new clients
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.
I have specialist training in treating PTSD/C- PTSD, and anxiety-related issues, but work with a range of mental health issues.
Hi, I'm Bec Stewart. Many people express that while traditional talk therapy is supportive, it often doesn't lead to the change they truly desire. This is why I’m passionate about holistic therapy and mental health approaches that go beyond surface-level solutions by addressing issues at their roots (EMDR, parts-work, & somatic therapies ). It takes courage and effort, but I believe it offers the potential for true transformation.
I have specialist training in treating PTSD/C- PTSD, and anxiety-related issues, but work with a range of mental health issues.
Hi, I'm Bec Stewart. Many people express that while traditional talk therapy is supportive, it often doesn't lead to the change they truly desire. This is why I’m passionate about holistic therapy and mental health approaches that go beyond surface-level solutions by addressing issues at their roots (EMDR, parts-work, & somatic therapies ). It takes courage and effort, but I believe it offers the potential for true transformation.
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I have worked for 7 years at leading trauma-recovery hospital St.
Life can get difficult, and sometimes a little help from a professional Psychologist can make things better. I am passionate about breaking down the barriers and stigmas of mental health and choosing to see a psychologist. I provide care that is scientifically evidenced based, friendly and caring, laid back and no nonsense. I appreciate the courage it takes for individuals to seek help and aim to establish a therapeutic relationship that is non-judgmental and supportive whilst enhancing a client’s independence.
I have worked for 7 years at leading trauma-recovery hospital St.
Life can get difficult, and sometimes a little help from a professional Psychologist can make things better. I am passionate about breaking down the barriers and stigmas of mental health and choosing to see a psychologist. I provide care that is scientifically evidenced based, friendly and caring, laid back and no nonsense. I appreciate the courage it takes for individuals to seek help and aim to establish a therapeutic relationship that is non-judgmental and supportive whilst enhancing a client’s independence.
Anita Balogh
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Peregian Springs, QLD 4573
Waitlist for new clients
Having harsh inner critics, addictions, being afraid of rejection, needing to be perfect, feeling numb or anxious are all symptoms of trauma, not signs of weakness or personality flaws.
My experiential, bottom-up, attachment-based IFS-based therapy will help you recognise and transform the adaptations that were helpful responses to threats in the past but no longer serve you. I integrate modalities that go beyond the scope of what talking therapies can achieve. I help you connect to and heal your inner wounds instead of 'fixing' you.
Having harsh inner critics, addictions, being afraid of rejection, needing to be perfect, feeling numb or anxious are all symptoms of trauma, not signs of weakness or personality flaws.
My experiential, bottom-up, attachment-based IFS-based therapy will help you recognise and transform the adaptations that were helpful responses to threats in the past but no longer serve you. I integrate modalities that go beyond the scope of what talking therapies can achieve. I help you connect to and heal your inner wounds instead of 'fixing' you.
I help with anxiety, trauma, PTSD, CPTSD, depression, addiction, grief, and mental health with EMDR, Mindfulness, CBT, and Amino Acid Therapy.
I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation), Attachment Healing, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, (ACT), Inner Child Work, Trauma Informed Practices and Amino Acid Therapy to help you to restore wholeness and reclaim your core powers to live a more balanced and joyful life.
I help with anxiety, trauma, PTSD, CPTSD, depression, addiction, grief, and mental health with EMDR, Mindfulness, CBT, and Amino Acid Therapy.
I use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation), Attachment Healing, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, (ACT), Inner Child Work, Trauma Informed Practices and Amino Acid Therapy to help you to restore wholeness and reclaim your core powers to live a more balanced and joyful life.
Trauma can increase neural network inflammation, resulting in the immune system being dysregulated.
The effects of trauma are felt in the body. Through online chat, Zoom or Telehealth, we are able to assist you in making sense of what has happened and the resilience to move forward escaping from the entrapment of the past.
Trauma can increase neural network inflammation, resulting in the immune system being dysregulated.
The effects of trauma are felt in the body. Through online chat, Zoom or Telehealth, we are able to assist you in making sense of what has happened and the resilience to move forward escaping from the entrapment of the past.
When we’ve experienced trauma, or ongoing stressors, our nervous system adapts to protect us—but those survival patterns can leave us feeling stuck, anxious, disconnected, & overwhelmed.
At Senvea, we take a holistic approach, integrating evidence-based modalities like ACT, DBT, EFT, Trauma-focused, & Somatic therapies. Our work will be personalised & conversational, helping you process emotions, deepen self-awareness, shift patterns & cultivate lasting change. Together, we will reconnect you with your wholeness, inner safety, & self-worth.
When we’ve experienced trauma, or ongoing stressors, our nervous system adapts to protect us—but those survival patterns can leave us feeling stuck, anxious, disconnected, & overwhelmed.
At Senvea, we take a holistic approach, integrating evidence-based modalities like ACT, DBT, EFT, Trauma-focused, & Somatic therapies. Our work will be personalised & conversational, helping you process emotions, deepen self-awareness, shift patterns & cultivate lasting change. Together, we will reconnect you with your wholeness, inner safety, & self-worth.
Alicia Garrett - Vista Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
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.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Yoga Teacher, Clinical Supervisor and Trauma Therapist.
Healing from trauma can often feel overwhelming, with impacts on our body, mind and relationships. I’ve supported individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges & trauma for over 15 years My own lived experience has instilled an empathetic awareness & understanding of the pain and suffering caused by traumatic events.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Yoga Teacher, Clinical Supervisor and Trauma Therapist.
Healing from trauma can often feel overwhelming, with impacts on our body, mind and relationships. I’ve supported individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges & trauma for over 15 years My own lived experience has instilled an empathetic awareness & understanding of the pain and suffering caused by traumatic events.
My special interest areas include ADHD, trauma and PTSD, anxiety and workplace issues.
I work with adults and use an eclectic approach towards treatment, drawing from Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), CBT and DBT depending on my client's needs.
My special interest areas include ADHD, trauma and PTSD, anxiety and workplace issues.
I work with adults and use an eclectic approach towards treatment, drawing from Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), CBT and DBT depending on my client's needs.
Hannah also has a keen interest in trauma-informed approaches including Somatic Trauma Therapy.
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 also has a keen interest in trauma-informed approaches including Somatic Trauma Therapy.
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.
Therapy with me is grounded in evidence-based, trauma-informed practice.
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.
Therapy with me is grounded in evidence-based, trauma-informed practice.
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.
My practice focuses on supporting young adults, adults, and couples, offering support for various issues including Trauma Counselling, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, Self Harm and Relationship issues.
My primary therapeutic approach is the Internal Family System Therapy (IFS), which aims to restore trust in self-leadership, achieve harmony and balance, and bring self-energy to the system. I also integrate Solution Focused Therapy (SFT) and Mindfulness Based Therapies (MBT) to provide a holistic approach to healing.
My practice focuses on supporting young adults, adults, and couples, offering support for various issues including Trauma Counselling, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, Self Harm and Relationship issues.
My primary therapeutic approach is the Internal Family System Therapy (IFS), which aims to restore trust in self-leadership, achieve harmony and balance, and bring self-energy to the system. I also integrate Solution Focused Therapy (SFT) and Mindfulness Based Therapies (MBT) to provide a holistic approach to healing.
Anna Overell Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Maroochydore, QLD 4558
I work in a trauma-informed and strengths-based manner, and believe significant change can come about within the holding space of a safe therapeutic relationship.
I am passionate about helping you to find freedom, authenticity and connection, through resolving patterns that may be limiting you. The therapeutic process can help you to make sense of, adapt to, and heal from difficult life experiences. Therapy can also be a reflective space to get clearer on your values and directions in life; to connect with your innermost wishes for your future and bring these into being. I have great respect for the courage involved in seeking support and aim to provide a non-judgemental space where you can safely explore what's on your mind.
I work in a trauma-informed and strengths-based manner, and believe significant change can come about within the holding space of a safe therapeutic relationship.
I am passionate about helping you to find freedom, authenticity and connection, through resolving patterns that may be limiting you. The therapeutic process can help you to make sense of, adapt to, and heal from difficult life experiences. Therapy can also be a reflective space to get clearer on your values and directions in life; to connect with your innermost wishes for your future and bring these into being. I have great respect for the courage involved in seeking support and aim to provide a non-judgemental space where you can safely explore what's on your mind.
She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 14 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD.
Sarah is passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful connections, assisting them to reconnect and work towards developing a closer, stronger and more secure relationship with themselves and their body. She focuses on supporting clients with experiencing a new reference point for happiness and to overcome struggles. She works mainly online.
She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 14 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD.
Sarah is passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful connections, assisting them to reconnect and work towards developing a closer, stronger and more secure relationship with themselves and their body. She focuses on supporting clients with experiencing a new reference point for happiness and to overcome struggles. She works mainly online.
With over 9 years experience as a psychologist I am skilled at combining a range of trauma (e.g. EMDR), body-based (e.g. somatic) and cognitive based therapies to support my clients holistically.
I help women navigate challenges by combining empathy and curiosity to uncover patterns and foster self-awareness. I'm passionate about EMDR and Comprehensive Behavioural Intervention for Tics. Using evidence-based approaches like sensormotor psychotherapy and ACT I create actionable steps for growth, integrating psychoeducation and other holistic strategies
With over 9 years experience as a psychologist I am skilled at combining a range of trauma (e.g. EMDR), body-based (e.g. somatic) and cognitive based therapies to support my clients holistically.
I help women navigate challenges by combining empathy and curiosity to uncover patterns and foster self-awareness. I'm passionate about EMDR and Comprehensive Behavioural Intervention for Tics. Using evidence-based approaches like sensormotor psychotherapy and ACT I create actionable steps for growth, integrating psychoeducation and other holistic strategies
I specialise in working with individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder work on emotional regulation and trauma, but you do not have to have BPD to benefit from the services I offer.
Services include: addictions, grief and loss, trauma, psychological distress, mental health, wellbeing and empowerment.
I specialise in working with individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder work on emotional regulation and trauma, but you do not have to have BPD to benefit from the services I offer.
Services include: addictions, grief and loss, trauma, psychological distress, mental health, wellbeing and empowerment.
Jaclyn Potts Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
You may have experienced trauma, be a new parent, undergoing stressful life changes and adjustments or looking at learning new coping skills.
About me: I am a trauma informed and compassionate Registered Psychologist with over a decade of experience. My purpose is to walk alongside you and empower you during your journey of healing. I use multiple tools to support this journey such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, ACT, and individual tools specific to your needs. Clients describe my style as positive & warm.
You may have experienced trauma, be a new parent, undergoing stressful life changes and adjustments or looking at learning new coping skills.
About me: I am a trauma informed and compassionate Registered Psychologist with over a decade of experience. My purpose is to walk alongside you and empower you during your journey of healing. I use multiple tools to support this journey such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, ACT, and individual tools specific to your needs. Clients describe my style as positive & warm.
Therapeutically, I mostly help people with PTSD but I am not taking any new treatment patients at the moment.
I provide brief and comprehensive ADHD assessments that are frequently requested by psychiatrists and paediatricians, although patients can also self-refer. My assessments focus on collecting data that medicos cannot usually collect, so there is no double-up in time and costs to the patient. Reports are typically available within one week.
Therapeutically, I mostly help people with PTSD but I am not taking any new treatment patients at the moment.
I provide brief and comprehensive ADHD assessments that are frequently requested by psychiatrists and paediatricians, although patients can also self-refer. My assessments focus on collecting data that medicos cannot usually collect, so there is no double-up in time and costs to the patient. Reports are typically available within one week.
Holistic Therapy and Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Sunrise Beach, QLD 4567
I have experience supporting people with a range of issues including but not limited to trauma PTDS, CPTSD, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationships, parenting, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, and sleep.
EFT is an effective stress and emotional reduction technique using elements of cognitive therapy, exposure, and physical stimulation of acupuncture points. ART is like a super-charge adaption of EMDR, using eye movement and visualization to replace negative images with positive images of the client's choosing.
I have experience supporting people with a range of issues including but not limited to trauma PTDS, CPTSD, anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationships, parenting, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, and sleep.
EFT is an effective stress and emotional reduction technique using elements of cognitive therapy, exposure, and physical stimulation of acupuncture points. ART is like a super-charge adaption of EMDR, using eye movement and visualization to replace negative images with positive images of the client's choosing.
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Trauma and PTSD Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.