Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Mudjimba, QLD
Hi there, I’m Emma! I’m a registered Early Childhood Professional and qualified Play Therapist working with children and families on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. Over the past 20 years, I’ve worked in the Early Childhood Sector as a Teacher, Early Intervention Facilitator, Play Therapist and Lead eKindy Teacher for rural and remote kindy programs. I hold a Blue Card, Yellow Card, professional liability insurance, first aid qualifications and attend regular Clinical Supervision.
Hi there, I’m Emma! I’m a registered Early Childhood Professional and qualified Play Therapist working with children and families on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland. Over the past 20 years, I’ve worked in the Early Childhood Sector as a Teacher, Early Intervention Facilitator, Play Therapist and Lead eKindy Teacher for rural and remote kindy programs. I hold a Blue Card, Yellow Card, professional liability insurance, first aid qualifications and attend regular Clinical Supervision.
I specialize in Male and couple counselling. Do you find you get moody, shut down and don't talk. Go into your grumpy bear cave and don't come out for a while. Do you find you flick between being logical and then illogical really loving then get offended if your partner rejects you and then you get angry. Then we need to talk. It is important we are a good fit. You need to know I know what it is like being a male and you can relate to me. I assist separated dads, help with Domestic Violence Orders, Family Separation and reunification.
I specialize in Male and couple counselling. Do you find you get moody, shut down and don't talk. Go into your grumpy bear cave and don't come out for a while. Do you find you flick between being logical and then illogical really loving then get offended if your partner rejects you and then you get angry. Then we need to talk. It is important we are a good fit. You need to know I know what it is like being a male and you can relate to me. I assist separated dads, help with Domestic Violence Orders, Family Separation and reunification.
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The people who come to see me are often weighed down by difficult past experiences, unprocessed trauma, unhealthy relationships, addictive coping behaviours, anxiety and a feeling of disconnection from themselves and others.
Taking the first step is often the hardest part, however working with a counsellor who truly understands what you’re going through can often provide the breakthrough you’re looking for. Armed with a safe space to work through your struggles, you can gain the insight and tools you need to manage difficulties and move forward with greater confidence.
The people who come to see me are often weighed down by difficult past experiences, unprocessed trauma, unhealthy relationships, addictive coping behaviours, anxiety and a feeling of disconnection from themselves and others.
Taking the first step is often the hardest part, however working with a counsellor who truly understands what you’re going through can often provide the breakthrough you’re looking for. Armed with a safe space to work through your struggles, you can gain the insight and tools you need to manage difficulties and move forward with greater confidence.
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.
I have extensive experience providing counselling support to individuals addressing their mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and loss, personality disorders, alcohol/ drugs, family issues, parenting challenges, trauma and general overwhelm.
I provide supportive counselling using focused psychological strategies which include cognitive behavioural therapy, DBT, motivational interviewing, EMDR, family systems, attachment based, acceptance commitment therapy, somatic work as well as use sand therapy and expressive therapies. I provide counselling to adults, couples and children.
I have extensive experience providing counselling support to individuals addressing their mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and loss, personality disorders, alcohol/ drugs, family issues, parenting challenges, trauma and general overwhelm.
I provide supportive counselling using focused psychological strategies which include cognitive behavioural therapy, DBT, motivational interviewing, EMDR, family systems, attachment based, acceptance commitment therapy, somatic work as well as use sand therapy and expressive therapies. I provide counselling to adults, couples and children.
If you have an experience of trauma in your background, it can sometimes be the thing that stops you from moving forward effectively.
Face to Face or Online sessions available. My background as a Mental Health Nurse gives me an holistic approach to counselling. I use evidence based strategies, which encompass your physical health, psychological and social aspects of your life
If you have an experience of trauma in your background, it can sometimes be the thing that stops you from moving forward effectively.
Face to Face or Online sessions available. My background as a Mental Health Nurse gives me an holistic approach to counselling. I use evidence based strategies, which encompass your physical health, psychological and social aspects of your life
I am a Trauma and Relationship Specialist and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP).
Life can be hard at times, and when we meet the messy moments it can feel isolating, overwhelming, and hopeless. We are human, after all. It makes sense that we may find ourselves stuck at times - stuck in our feelings, thoughts, and behaviours and it can be tough to shift things in the right direction, especially if we are doing it on our own. With honesty and compassion, therapy is a place to explore what you're navigating and create sustainable change that supports your healing and growth. I support women who are wanting to shift out of survival mode so they can feel grounded, confident, and free.
I am a Trauma and Relationship Specialist and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP).
Life can be hard at times, and when we meet the messy moments it can feel isolating, overwhelming, and hopeless. We are human, after all. It makes sense that we may find ourselves stuck at times - stuck in our feelings, thoughts, and behaviours and it can be tough to shift things in the right direction, especially if we are doing it on our own. With honesty and compassion, therapy is a place to explore what you're navigating and create sustainable change that supports your healing and growth. I support women who are wanting to shift out of survival mode so they can feel grounded, confident, and free.
Areas that I can assist with: Single Incident & Complex Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress, Experience of Abuse (sexual, verbal, physical, emotional), Perinatal mental-health (conception, pregnancy, and postpartum support), Men's Health, Eating disorders, Mood & Anxiety Disorders, Stress Management & Burnout, Anger Management.
As your Psychologist, I aim to provide you with an environment that fosters safety, empathy and collaboration. My therapeutic style is compassionate, warm, and down to earth. I place great importance on the therapeutic relationship, to ensure that we work together throughout the process towards your therapeutic goals. My therapeutic approach is an integrative form of psychotherapy, using the most current evidenced-based techniques. My practice is based off of the core belief that each individual has the inherent capacity to not only overcome adversity, but to also live a meaningful and fulfilling life.
Areas that I can assist with: Single Incident & Complex Trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress, Experience of Abuse (sexual, verbal, physical, emotional), Perinatal mental-health (conception, pregnancy, and postpartum support), Men's Health, Eating disorders, Mood & Anxiety Disorders, Stress Management & Burnout, Anger Management.
As your Psychologist, I aim to provide you with an environment that fosters safety, empathy and collaboration. My therapeutic style is compassionate, warm, and down to earth. I place great importance on the therapeutic relationship, to ensure that we work together throughout the process towards your therapeutic goals. My therapeutic approach is an integrative form of psychotherapy, using the most current evidenced-based techniques. My practice is based off of the core belief that each individual has the inherent capacity to not only overcome adversity, but to also live a meaningful and fulfilling life.
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.
Unprocessed challenging experiences, such as trauma, narcissistic abuse, domestic/family violence and addictions can shape how you see yourself and the world, making it hard to break free from harmful patterns.
With over 14 years of experience, I offer compassionate, specialised, evidence-based support to recover from
- The impact of narcissistic abuse and domestic/family violence
- Addictions and unhealthy coping
- Grief, trauma, and other challenging circumstances.
Unprocessed challenging experiences, such as trauma, narcissistic abuse, domestic/family violence and addictions can shape how you see yourself and the world, making it hard to break free from harmful patterns.
With over 14 years of experience, I offer compassionate, specialised, evidence-based support to recover from
- The impact of narcissistic abuse and domestic/family violence
- Addictions and unhealthy coping
- Grief, trauma, and other challenging circumstances.
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.
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.
Feeling overwhelmed by trauma, burnout, or depression, needing to heal and grow, and aiming to rebuild confidence, break toxic cycles, and create a balanced, fulfilling life.
I provide tailored, compassionate therapy to help clients overcome trauma, anxiety, burnout, and depression, empowering them to heal, build resilience, and regain balance in life.
Feeling overwhelmed by trauma, burnout, or depression, needing to heal and grow, and aiming to rebuild confidence, break toxic cycles, and create a balanced, fulfilling life.
I provide tailored, compassionate therapy to help clients overcome trauma, anxiety, burnout, and depression, empowering them to heal, build resilience, and regain balance in life.
Anine Cummins (they/them) - Ginger Cat Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I’m gender non-conforming, a proud member of the LGBTIQ+ community and I’ve successfully overcome trauma.
Please note: I am a counsellor, and cannot accept mental health care plans. I provide online counselling for adults and teenagers. Everyone is welcome! I work with LGBTIQ+ clients, including trans and non-binary people, people with traumatic histories, including sexual assault and abuse, people with dissociative disorders, including DID, people with ADHD and autism, and other neurodiverse brains, activists and other people struggling with burn out.
I’m gender non-conforming, a proud member of the LGBTIQ+ community and I’ve successfully overcome trauma.
Please note: I am a counsellor, and cannot accept mental health care plans. I provide online counselling for adults and teenagers. Everyone is welcome! I work with LGBTIQ+ clients, including trans and non-binary people, people with traumatic histories, including sexual assault and abuse, people with dissociative disorders, including DID, people with ADHD and autism, and other neurodiverse brains, activists and other people struggling with burn out.
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.
Having been raised in a emotion-denying household, then spent six years in the Military and then the trauma of divorce, I use my personal experience to assist couples to strengthen their relationship bond by expressing what is really going on beneath the surface of conflict or loss of closeness that they might experience.
Relationship issues effect most aspects of your life. If we feel safe and secure in our home with our partner, then we can face all other adversity so much easier. I specialize in assisting that close connective bond with Attachment Focused processes using Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy as well as many other modalities which are useful towards the same goal. I believe couple work needs much more time than the standard 50-60 minutes so ask that you be prepared to stay in session between 90 to 120 minutes.
Having been raised in a emotion-denying household, then spent six years in the Military and then the trauma of divorce, I use my personal experience to assist couples to strengthen their relationship bond by expressing what is really going on beneath the surface of conflict or loss of closeness that they might experience.
Relationship issues effect most aspects of your life. If we feel safe and secure in our home with our partner, then we can face all other adversity so much easier. I specialize in assisting that close connective bond with Attachment Focused processes using Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy as well as many other modalities which are useful towards the same goal. I believe couple work needs much more time than the standard 50-60 minutes so ask that you be prepared to stay in session between 90 to 120 minutes.
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.
Somatic Movement therapist, Somatic Trauma & Stress Release Training, Cert.
You might be navigating a life transition, relationship challenge, deep grief, or feeling lost in patterns of anxiety, burnout, dissociation or overwhelm. Perhaps your body is holding what words cannot express—chronic pain, tension, or a sense of disconnect. You long for relief, clarity, and a deeper connection to yourself. My work is for those who seek more than just talk therapy—who want to feel change in their body, not just understand it in their mind. Together, we create space for healing, where old patterns can unravel, and a sense of possibility, agency, and ease can emerge.
Somatic Movement therapist, Somatic Trauma & Stress Release Training, Cert.
You might be navigating a life transition, relationship challenge, deep grief, or feeling lost in patterns of anxiety, burnout, dissociation or overwhelm. Perhaps your body is holding what words cannot express—chronic pain, tension, or a sense of disconnect. You long for relief, clarity, and a deeper connection to yourself. My work is for those who seek more than just talk therapy—who want to feel change in their body, not just understand it in their mind. Together, we create space for healing, where old patterns can unravel, and a sense of possibility, agency, and ease can emerge.
Richard provides therapy for children, adolescents & adults with issues including anxiety & depression, behavioural problems, domestic violence, anger problems, sexual abuse, addiction, disability, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship problems etc.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
Richard provides therapy for children, adolescents & adults with issues including anxiety & depression, behavioural problems, domestic violence, anger problems, sexual abuse, addiction, disability, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship problems etc.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
Unresolved trauma, anxiety and stress are some of the main concerns I work with.
Hello! Thank you so much for being here.
I offer a personalised, holistic and non-clinical approach to therapy - fostering a safe and supportive space to explore and discover what is happening for you on a deeper level. Through authentic connection and individualised care, we work together to understand your concerns on a deeper level and discover the root cause of them through deepening the connection of your mind, body and emotions. I naturally integrate a sense of openness, playfulness and humour into our sessions all the while upholding a grounded, respectful, and focused approach within the therapeutic process.
Unresolved trauma, anxiety and stress are some of the main concerns I work with.
Hello! Thank you so much for being here.
I offer a personalised, holistic and non-clinical approach to therapy - fostering a safe and supportive space to explore and discover what is happening for you on a deeper level. Through authentic connection and individualised care, we work together to understand your concerns on a deeper level and discover the root cause of them through deepening the connection of your mind, body and emotions. I naturally integrate a sense of openness, playfulness and humour into our sessions all the while upholding a grounded, respectful, and focused approach within the therapeutic process.
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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.