Women's Issues Psychologists and Therapists in Ormiston, QLD

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New Mind Counselling and Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Ormiston, QLD 4160
Life transitions can unsettle your sense of self at any age. Women of all ages experience changes and transitions that leave them feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly lost. You may be facing immigration, menopause, health concerns, career changes, grief, or an identity that no longer fits. Even positive change can feel disorienting. Even long-awaited milestones can carry unexpected grief. Standing at the threshold of adulthood, about to get married, or navigating motherhood can still be challenging. You do not need to be in crisis to seek support.
Life transitions can unsettle your sense of self at any age. Women of all ages experience changes and transitions that leave them feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or quietly lost. You may be facing immigration, menopause, health concerns, career changes, grief, or an identity that no longer fits. Even positive change can feel disorienting. Even long-awaited milestones can carry unexpected grief. Standing at the threshold of adulthood, about to get married, or navigating motherhood can still be challenging. You do not need to be in crisis to seek support.
(07) 3477 9221 View (07) 3477 9221
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Patrea Louise O'Donoghue
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
I enjoy helping clients who are experiencing life challenges and are stressed. It is rewarding to journey with clients as they take the initial step acknowledging they need help then be willing to look deeply within themselves as they learn ways to cope. My clients want to lead more satisfying and healthy lives, enjoy happier and more harmonious relationships (at home or work), and fulfil their potential. I help my clients achieve greater inner calm, resilience, health and wellbeing, and personal goals, so they enjoy their life, love and appreciate who they are, get off autopilot default mode, and be a positive force in the world.
I enjoy helping clients who are experiencing life challenges and are stressed. It is rewarding to journey with clients as they take the initial step acknowledging they need help then be willing to look deeply within themselves as they learn ways to cope. My clients want to lead more satisfying and healthy lives, enjoy happier and more harmonious relationships (at home or work), and fulfil their potential. I help my clients achieve greater inner calm, resilience, health and wellbeing, and personal goals, so they enjoy their life, love and appreciate who they are, get off autopilot default mode, and be a positive force in the world.
(07) 3186 5693 View (07) 3186 5693
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Janice Rees Counselling and Family Therapy
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Serves Area
Janice Rees is a passionate and emphatic counsellor who has a deep love for people and humanity. Janice has had great success supporting people for 18 years in the community and is committed to empowering individuals to change their lives. It is important to Janice that she creates a comfortable, culturally aware, inclusive, safe, and relaxed therapeutic environment that supports the needs of all individuals who seek her expertise for counselling including individuals, couples, teenagers, and families. Janice specialises in Individuals, Couples / Marriage and Grief Counselling.
Janice Rees is a passionate and emphatic counsellor who has a deep love for people and humanity. Janice has had great success supporting people for 18 years in the community and is committed to empowering individuals to change their lives. It is important to Janice that she creates a comfortable, culturally aware, inclusive, safe, and relaxed therapeutic environment that supports the needs of all individuals who seek her expertise for counselling including individuals, couples, teenagers, and families. Janice specialises in Individuals, Couples / Marriage and Grief Counselling.
(07) 2801 5099 View (07) 2801 5099
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Zest Infusion Pty Ltd
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
At Zest Infusion Pty Ltd it is our goal to enhance your vitality for life by offering psychology and dietetics services which are grounded in a mindful approach to living. We offer a comprehensive array of individual, group therapy, and personal well-being programs, mindfulness meditation groups and zest products to enhance vitality.
At Zest Infusion Pty Ltd it is our goal to enhance your vitality for life by offering psychology and dietetics services which are grounded in a mindful approach to living. We offer a comprehensive array of individual, group therapy, and personal well-being programs, mindfulness meditation groups and zest products to enhance vitality.
(07) 3186 9431 View (07) 3186 9431

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Jayne Lucke
Counsellor, PhD, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Sumner, QLD 4074
Change can be frightening or exhilarating - or both. Whatever challenges come your way, and however you feel about them, having the support of a trusted counsellor can make a difference. Over thirty years in the mental health space, I have worked across diverse roles supporting people to navigate challenging situations and make life changes that are meaningful and sustainable. My counselling practice is founded on warmth and kindness, creating a trusting relationship that allows you to feel safe and comfortable enough to explore what really matters.
Change can be frightening or exhilarating - or both. Whatever challenges come your way, and however you feel about them, having the support of a trusted counsellor can make a difference. Over thirty years in the mental health space, I have worked across diverse roles supporting people to navigate challenging situations and make life changes that are meaningful and sustainable. My counselling practice is founded on warmth and kindness, creating a trusting relationship that allows you to feel safe and comfortable enough to explore what really matters.
(07) 2100 4270 View (07) 2100 4270
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Janeen Cameron
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Become aware of, your bodies response to traumas and other life events. Explore & develop your awareness & to find solutions that are right for you. Using a trauma informed holistic approach to self-care. Using Neuroscience research, evidence based art therapy and creative psychotherapy you will tap into sensorimotor stress held within the body. Issues such as trauma, PTSD, reproductive mental health, adoption and identity, reducing chaos, managing control, stress, self-care, transitions, decision making and relationships which are impacted by wellbeing. Registered NDIS provider, EMDR, art therapy, dreamwork.
Become aware of, your bodies response to traumas and other life events. Explore & develop your awareness & to find solutions that are right for you. Using a trauma informed holistic approach to self-care. Using Neuroscience research, evidence based art therapy and creative psychotherapy you will tap into sensorimotor stress held within the body. Issues such as trauma, PTSD, reproductive mental health, adoption and identity, reducing chaos, managing control, stress, self-care, transitions, decision making and relationships which are impacted by wellbeing. Registered NDIS provider, EMDR, art therapy, dreamwork.
(08) 7079 4332 View (08) 7079 4332
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Barbara Nicholls
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Burpengary, QLD 4505
I pride myself in being able to cater to the individual needs of my clients to help them to make the changes they are looking for. The values of trust, respect and recognition of difference are very important in my practice and every endeavour will be made to help clients feel safe in a confidential and supportive environment.
I pride myself in being able to cater to the individual needs of my clients to help them to make the changes they are looking for. The values of trust, respect and recognition of difference are very important in my practice and every endeavour will be made to help clients feel safe in a confidential and supportive environment.
(07) 3184 8504 x041895 View (07) 3184 8504 x041895
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Davina Morley
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Online Only
I am a queer relationship therapist and registered psychologist, working with LGBTIQA+ people (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, questioning, asexual, and including pansexual, non-binary, and people of diverse sexuality, gender and bodies who use other words to describe themselves or do not label their sexuality or gender). I work with relationships and couples of all sexualities, genders, bodies, and non-monogamous and polyamorous structures including relationship anarchy. I understand barriers to accessing services that marginalised people face, and I try to be as safe as possible for you in therapy.
I am a queer relationship therapist and registered psychologist, working with LGBTIQA+ people (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer, questioning, asexual, and including pansexual, non-binary, and people of diverse sexuality, gender and bodies who use other words to describe themselves or do not label their sexuality or gender). I work with relationships and couples of all sexualities, genders, bodies, and non-monogamous and polyamorous structures including relationship anarchy. I understand barriers to accessing services that marginalised people face, and I try to be as safe as possible for you in therapy.
(03) 8413 7355 View (03) 8413 7355
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Neurokin Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Manly, QLD 4179
I'm a Clinical Psychologist with a Master of Clinical Psychology. I offer autism and ADHD assessments for adults. My specialty is providing assessments for 'high masking' women. I also specialise in trauma (using EMDR), and chronic health issues. I have current availability for assessment clients (my books are currently closed for new therapy clients sorry).
I'm a Clinical Psychologist with a Master of Clinical Psychology. I offer autism and ADHD assessments for adults. My specialty is providing assessments for 'high masking' women. I also specialise in trauma (using EMDR), and chronic health issues. I have current availability for assessment clients (my books are currently closed for new therapy clients sorry).
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Anchoring Your Life Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Cleveland, QLD 4163
If you’ve landed on this page, chances are you’ve been carrying a lot for a while. Maybe your relationship feels distant, tense, or stuck in the same arguments, and you long to feel close, understood, and on the same team again. Or maybe the struggle feels more personal — you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low, or stuck in your own head, wondering why everything feels so hard. Many of the women and couples I work with feel disconnected, unheard, and unsure of how to move forward. Some are dealing with communication breakdown, trust issues, betrayal, parenting stress, or the pain of feeling alone in their relationship.
If you’ve landed on this page, chances are you’ve been carrying a lot for a while. Maybe your relationship feels distant, tense, or stuck in the same arguments, and you long to feel close, understood, and on the same team again. Or maybe the struggle feels more personal — you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low, or stuck in your own head, wondering why everything feels so hard. Many of the women and couples I work with feel disconnected, unheard, and unsure of how to move forward. Some are dealing with communication breakdown, trust issues, betrayal, parenting stress, or the pain of feeling alone in their relationship.
(07) 3184 4739 View (07) 3184 4739
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Nikki Bray
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Owner at 4Women Psychology. I have availability for new adult female clients in-person at Southport (Gold Coast) or via telehealth. I like to describe myself as an enthusiastic and compassionate therapist. I provide support for adults experiencing midlife changes (e.g. perimenopausal depression and anxiety, stress and burnout, sleep and insomnia). I also provide support for adults for anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, and adjusting to an Autistic and/or ADHD neurotype.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Owner at 4Women Psychology. I have availability for new adult female clients in-person at Southport (Gold Coast) or via telehealth. I like to describe myself as an enthusiastic and compassionate therapist. I provide support for adults experiencing midlife changes (e.g. perimenopausal depression and anxiety, stress and burnout, sleep and insomnia). I also provide support for adults for anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, and adjusting to an Autistic and/or ADHD neurotype.
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Katie Crompton
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Albany Creek, QLD 4035
I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, self harming, mood instability, stress/burnout, trauma, disordered eating, bullying, school "can't" or relationship challenges. Feeling heard and understood is essential; I will help you to build trust and feel accepted and supported. I don't pretend to be the expert of your life - you are. We will work on your goals, striving to achieve meaningful change in your life. I value your feedback and collaboration along the way.
I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, self harming, mood instability, stress/burnout, trauma, disordered eating, bullying, school "can't" or relationship challenges. Feeling heard and understood is essential; I will help you to build trust and feel accepted and supported. I don't pretend to be the expert of your life - you are. We will work on your goals, striving to achieve meaningful change in your life. I value your feedback and collaboration along the way.
(07) 2000 5869 View (07) 2000 5869
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Arahura Counselling - Tracey Rehe
Psychotherapist, AMHSW
Redcliffe, QLD 4020
When stress, anxiety, or past trauma begin to take over, it can feel exhausting and confusing — like your mind won’t slow down, your body won’t relax, and you’ve somehow lost touch with yourself. Many people I work with describe feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode, even when they’re doing their best to cope. I offer a gentle, grounded approach to counselling that helps you feel safe in your body again, calms your nervous system, & helps you reconnect with yourself. My work integrates a mindfulness & somatic (body awareness) based approach that recognises stress & trauma are held in the body, heart, & mind.
When stress, anxiety, or past trauma begin to take over, it can feel exhausting and confusing — like your mind won’t slow down, your body won’t relax, and you’ve somehow lost touch with yourself. Many people I work with describe feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode, even when they’re doing their best to cope. I offer a gentle, grounded approach to counselling that helps you feel safe in your body again, calms your nervous system, & helps you reconnect with yourself. My work integrates a mindfulness & somatic (body awareness) based approach that recognises stress & trauma are held in the body, heart, & mind.
(07) 3186 5649 View (07) 3186 5649
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Madonna Schmierer
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Spring Hill, QLD 4000
Our clients function in daily life but feel held back by unresolved issues like persistent sadness, anxiety, or past trauma. They may struggle with relationships, feeling isolated due to tension or conflict, and might also face internal challenges like unmanaged anger. They seek therapy to gain insight into their emotions, learn coping strategies, and heal from past wounds. Their goal is to feel more in control, improve relationships, and live a balanced, fulfilling life, aligned with their values and aspirations.
Our clients function in daily life but feel held back by unresolved issues like persistent sadness, anxiety, or past trauma. They may struggle with relationships, feeling isolated due to tension or conflict, and might also face internal challenges like unmanaged anger. They seek therapy to gain insight into their emotions, learn coping strategies, and heal from past wounds. Their goal is to feel more in control, improve relationships, and live a balanced, fulfilling life, aligned with their values and aspirations.
(07) 3113 9069 View (07) 3113 9069
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Dr Kelly Elizabeth Green
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Relationships shape how safe we feel in the world. When conflict, separation, burnout, or parenting stress arise, the impact can ripple through identity, work, and family life. I focus on women’s wellbeing, couples therapy, and support during separation and co-parenting transitions. I work with couples seeking to strengthen communication, repair trust, navigate parenting stress, or gain clarity about the future of their relationship. I also support couples who are separating and want to do so with integrity mutual respect that honours their shared history and values.
Relationships shape how safe we feel in the world. When conflict, separation, burnout, or parenting stress arise, the impact can ripple through identity, work, and family life. I focus on women’s wellbeing, couples therapy, and support during separation and co-parenting transitions. I work with couples seeking to strengthen communication, repair trust, navigate parenting stress, or gain clarity about the future of their relationship. I also support couples who are separating and want to do so with integrity mutual respect that honours their shared history and values.
(08) 7008 9285 View (08) 7008 9285
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Julie Anders
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
As a holistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I support adults experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, navigating major life transitions and living with the legacies of trauma. I help people reconnect with their inner strengths and resources, and build a steadier, more grounded relationship with themselves and others. I also support adults through identity shifts and life transitions, including relationship changes, career shifts, becoming a parent, midlife and other periods of change. This also includes working with adults exploring a late-identified or late-diagnosed neurodivergent identity, including ADHD, Autism and AuDHD.
As a holistic counsellor and psychotherapist, I support adults experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, navigating major life transitions and living with the legacies of trauma. I help people reconnect with their inner strengths and resources, and build a steadier, more grounded relationship with themselves and others. I also support adults through identity shifts and life transitions, including relationship changes, career shifts, becoming a parent, midlife and other periods of change. This also includes working with adults exploring a late-identified or late-diagnosed neurodivergent identity, including ADHD, Autism and AuDHD.
(02) 4306 7106 View (02) 4306 7106
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Her ADHD Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Hi. I'm a Sioban Laffey a women's ADHD specialist - who also has AuDHD! Evening Sessions Available. I’m a psychologist with 25 years’ experience and offer ADHD assessments, therapy, and one-off strategy sessions. Many women ask, “Do I have ADHD?” or wonder about therapy vs medication. I offer support with overwhelm, impulsivity, time blindness, rejection sensitivity (RSD), burnout and much more. I use a holistic approach that blends modern research with practical tools. Evening sessions available. Ask your questions on a free 20-min Connection Call today.
Hi. I'm a Sioban Laffey a women's ADHD specialist - who also has AuDHD! Evening Sessions Available. I’m a psychologist with 25 years’ experience and offer ADHD assessments, therapy, and one-off strategy sessions. Many women ask, “Do I have ADHD?” or wonder about therapy vs medication. I offer support with overwhelm, impulsivity, time blindness, rejection sensitivity (RSD), burnout and much more. I use a holistic approach that blends modern research with practical tools. Evening sessions available. Ask your questions on a free 20-min Connection Call today.
0415 257 155 View 0415 257 155
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JG Psychotherapy - Julie Gullickson
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Online Only
Hi, I’m Julie. Are you feeling stuck, misunderstood, and anxious? Do you find yourself struggling to get to sleep, replaying conversations over and over? Maybe you feel like you can’t truly be yourself, afraid of being rejected or judged. Life might feel like it’s on repeat — doing everything that’s expected, but inside, something feels off. You’re tired of keeping quiet just to fit in, but you’re unsure of what truly makes you happy. Many people feel disconnected from themselves, unsure of what they want or what excites them. You might feel lost, anxious, or flat about your life, even though everything seems "fine" on the surface.
Hi, I’m Julie. Are you feeling stuck, misunderstood, and anxious? Do you find yourself struggling to get to sleep, replaying conversations over and over? Maybe you feel like you can’t truly be yourself, afraid of being rejected or judged. Life might feel like it’s on repeat — doing everything that’s expected, but inside, something feels off. You’re tired of keeping quiet just to fit in, but you’re unsure of what truly makes you happy. Many people feel disconnected from themselves, unsure of what they want or what excites them. You might feel lost, anxious, or flat about your life, even though everything seems "fine" on the surface.
(07) 3608 1426 View (07) 3608 1426
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Jesica Lule
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Online Only
My client may feel overwhelmed by life transitions, like motherhood, trauma, or relationship challenges. Women or parents navigating identity shifts and cultural expectations. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to heal, grow, and reconnect using CBT, ACT, SFT, and trauma-informed care, tailored to their needs
My client may feel overwhelmed by life transitions, like motherhood, trauma, or relationship challenges. Women or parents navigating identity shifts and cultural expectations. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to heal, grow, and reconnect using CBT, ACT, SFT, and trauma-informed care, tailored to their needs
(07) 2100 4449 View (07) 2100 4449
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Axis Within Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
New Farm, QLD 4005
Axis Within Psychology supports women navigating anxiety, burnout, ADHD-related challenges, emotional overwhelm and the mental load of modern life. Many women appear highly capable externally while privately struggling with chronic stress, exhaustion, perfectionism or overwhelm. Our approach focuses on understanding the broader picture, including the interaction between emotional wellbeing, stress, sleep, nutrition, hormonal changes and everyday demands. Together, we make sense of what may be contributing to how you feel and identify practical, sustainable ways forward.
Axis Within Psychology supports women navigating anxiety, burnout, ADHD-related challenges, emotional overwhelm and the mental load of modern life. Many women appear highly capable externally while privately struggling with chronic stress, exhaustion, perfectionism or overwhelm. Our approach focuses on understanding the broader picture, including the interaction between emotional wellbeing, stress, sleep, nutrition, hormonal changes and everyday demands. Together, we make sense of what may be contributing to how you feel and identify practical, sustainable ways forward.
(02) 5760 1589 View (02) 5760 1589
Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.

How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.

How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.

How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.