Christian Psychologists and Therapists in Paddington, QLD
I have a special interest in helping people with psychological trauma (including PTSD/stress disorders), anxiety and depression, complex medical illnesses (e.g. type 1 diabetes) and issues related to spirituality or religion.
I have a special interest in helping people with psychological trauma (including PTSD/stress disorders), anxiety and depression, complex medical illnesses (e.g. type 1 diabetes) and issues related to spirituality or religion.
I am a Psychotherapist, and as a Pasifika woman with a deep passion for trauma recovery, I offer a warm, culturally respectful space where your story is honored. Together, we explore patterns shaped by early experiences, working gently to rewire the stress response, build emotional safety, and foster resilience. Whether you're managing anxiety, grief, chronic shame, or relationship challenges, I offer a compassionate, culturally attuned space for deep healing and integration.
I am a Psychotherapist, and as a Pasifika woman with a deep passion for trauma recovery, I offer a warm, culturally respectful space where your story is honored. Together, we explore patterns shaped by early experiences, working gently to rewire the stress response, build emotional safety, and foster resilience. Whether you're managing anxiety, grief, chronic shame, or relationship challenges, I offer a compassionate, culturally attuned space for deep healing and integration.
By providing a safe environment in which you can describe your concerns without fear of judgment, we can identify together your goals for therapy. I work with adults and teens who are navigating times of adjustment and change, whether these be in your mental or physical health, your career / employment stability, or social and professional networks. You may be experiencing an anxiety disorder or OCD, depressive disorder, adjustment disorder, or a loss of confidence and self-esteem. You may also be navigating difficult interpersonal relationships such as amongst family members, romantic relationships, or work or social environments.
By providing a safe environment in which you can describe your concerns without fear of judgment, we can identify together your goals for therapy. I work with adults and teens who are navigating times of adjustment and change, whether these be in your mental or physical health, your career / employment stability, or social and professional networks. You may be experiencing an anxiety disorder or OCD, depressive disorder, adjustment disorder, or a loss of confidence and self-esteem. You may also be navigating difficult interpersonal relationships such as amongst family members, romantic relationships, or work or social environments.
I’m really glad you’re here. Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, and you deserve a space where that step feels safe, understood, and met with care.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, and my focus is on creating a warm, comfortable environment where you can explore your goals at a pace that feels right for you.
My approach is gentle, collaborative, and grounded in meeting you exactly where you are, helping you find a way forward. My work is neurodiversity‑affirming, developmentally informed, and centered on creating a supportive environment where people of all ages feel understood and respected.
I’m really glad you’re here. Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, and you deserve a space where that step feels safe, understood, and met with care.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, and my focus is on creating a warm, comfortable environment where you can explore your goals at a pace that feels right for you.
My approach is gentle, collaborative, and grounded in meeting you exactly where you are, helping you find a way forward. My work is neurodiversity‑affirming, developmentally informed, and centered on creating a supportive environment where people of all ages feel understood and respected.
Couples Therapy? Stuck repeating the same communication patterns? Whether you’re feeling anxious, disconnected, or stuck in cycles that never resolve, I help individuals and couples understand their communication style, improve emotional connection, and build relationships that feel steady, supportive, and secure.
I work with clients who are high-functioning in life but privately struggling — people who appear capable and composed yet feel unseen, over, overwhelmed, or caught in communication habits that create distance or conflict.
Couples Therapy? Stuck repeating the same communication patterns? Whether you’re feeling anxious, disconnected, or stuck in cycles that never resolve, I help individuals and couples understand their communication style, improve emotional connection, and build relationships that feel steady, supportive, and secure.
I work with clients who are high-functioning in life but privately struggling — people who appear capable and composed yet feel unseen, over, overwhelmed, or caught in communication habits that create distance or conflict.
Integrated Wellness Clinic is one of Australia's leading Wellness Clinics. We are home to Naturopaths practicing evidence-based Naturopathic medicine and Psychologists offering Integrative Psychology
Integrated Wellness Clinic is one of Australia's leading Wellness Clinics. We are home to Naturopaths practicing evidence-based Naturopathic medicine and Psychologists offering Integrative Psychology
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I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals/couples navigating the challenges of sex/porn addiction and betrayal trauma. My approach is grounded in empathy and uses Patrick Carnes’ model of addiction recovery.
I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals/couples navigating the challenges of sex/porn addiction and betrayal trauma. My approach is grounded in empathy and uses Patrick Carnes’ model of addiction recovery.
Care To Bloom a practice that hears, sees & validates you. A place to feel nurtured & supported which enables clients to develop trust, so they can focus on their healing journey. As a therapist, I have dedicated my practice to applying the most proven and effective methods by undertaking constant on-going learning to stay abreast of all the current modalities within my practice. I assist clients to better manage symptoms giving clients hope to go forward with a greater sense of peace & renewed self confidence. Care To Bloom is a 5 star reviewed practice on Google. A Quality Business Award winner for 2025 for couples counselling
Care To Bloom a practice that hears, sees & validates you. A place to feel nurtured & supported which enables clients to develop trust, so they can focus on their healing journey. As a therapist, I have dedicated my practice to applying the most proven and effective methods by undertaking constant on-going learning to stay abreast of all the current modalities within my practice. I assist clients to better manage symptoms giving clients hope to go forward with a greater sense of peace & renewed self confidence. Care To Bloom is a 5 star reviewed practice on Google. A Quality Business Award winner for 2025 for couples counselling
Life can change in ways that leave you feeling unsettled, overwhelmed, or unsure of who you are becoming. You may be navigating changing relationships, unmet expectations, shifting identities, migration, faith transitions, betrayal, or realising that life has not unfolded the way you hoped. I support women navigating accumulated grief, anxiety, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I also work with ministry leaders, pastors, chaplains, and those in caring roles who may be carrying the emotional and spiritual weight of supporting others while neglecting their own wellbeing.
Life can change in ways that leave you feeling unsettled, overwhelmed, or unsure of who you are becoming. You may be navigating changing relationships, unmet expectations, shifting identities, migration, faith transitions, betrayal, or realising that life has not unfolded the way you hoped. I support women navigating accumulated grief, anxiety, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I also work with ministry leaders, pastors, chaplains, and those in caring roles who may be carrying the emotional and spiritual weight of supporting others while neglecting their own wellbeing.
Hi I'm Tessy Jacob, I am a counsellor and psychotherapist with over 15yrs of experience in the field. I provide a honest and genuine interest to understand your story, I take time to listen, be curious and meet you where you are at. My integrated model of approach is evidence based and will be tailored to your needs and preferences . I provide face to face and online counselling for your preference.
Hi I'm Tessy Jacob, I am a counsellor and psychotherapist with over 15yrs of experience in the field. I provide a honest and genuine interest to understand your story, I take time to listen, be curious and meet you where you are at. My integrated model of approach is evidence based and will be tailored to your needs and preferences . I provide face to face and online counselling for your preference.
Hi, I’m Nadine, accredited counsellor and long time homeschool mum. Feeling alone or anxious, struggling to just get through each item on your checklist, saddened by losses that have taken your joy. You were created to thrive, not just survive. It takes courage to be vulnerable, and to dream again. Together lets find that hope that is hidden deep inside. My desire is to work with you to help you regain hope for tomorrow, and strength for today.
Hi, I’m Nadine, accredited counsellor and long time homeschool mum. Feeling alone or anxious, struggling to just get through each item on your checklist, saddened by losses that have taken your joy. You were created to thrive, not just survive. It takes courage to be vulnerable, and to dream again. Together lets find that hope that is hidden deep inside. My desire is to work with you to help you regain hope for tomorrow, and strength for today.
Perhaps your relationship feels stuck. Maybe the same arguments keep happening, communication has become difficult, or life simply feels heavier than it once did. Many of the people I work with are couples feeling disconnected or individuals trying to make sense of stress, relationships, or major life challenges. I also work with anxiety, life transitions and questions about where to go from here. Alongside private practice, I lecture in the Discipline of Counselling at the University of Notre Dame Australia and bring many years of experience in counselling, relationship education and family support.
Perhaps your relationship feels stuck. Maybe the same arguments keep happening, communication has become difficult, or life simply feels heavier than it once did. Many of the people I work with are couples feeling disconnected or individuals trying to make sense of stress, relationships, or major life challenges. I also work with anxiety, life transitions and questions about where to go from here. Alongside private practice, I lecture in the Discipline of Counselling at the University of Notre Dame Australia and bring many years of experience in counselling, relationship education and family support.
Our ideal client is navigating complex challenges—trauma recovery, ADHD, anxiety, burnout, or identity struggles. They want clarity, resilience, and practical strategies to feel safe and empowered. They seek culturally responsive, neuroaffirming care that respects their story and values. Their goal? To reclaim agency, strengthen relationships, and build a life aligned with what matters
Our ideal client is navigating complex challenges—trauma recovery, ADHD, anxiety, burnout, or identity struggles. They want clarity, resilience, and practical strategies to feel safe and empowered. They seek culturally responsive, neuroaffirming care that respects their story and values. Their goal? To reclaim agency, strengthen relationships, and build a life aligned with what matters
For stress-related emotions (eg. anxiety, fear, anger and many more) I would normally work with you for 6 sessions, using a Narrative Care approach, mainly based on neurobiological principles (including references to appropriate biblical principles at your request).
I have been working in the fields of family therapy and stress-related disorders and conditions for more than twenty-two years, since being an army chaplain both in the South African and Australian Defence Forces during times of military conflict (I served for extensive periods on the front lines of battle and experienced the horrors of traumatic incidents, death, loss, brokenness, anger and excessive aggression behind retaliation on the front line). Touched by the distress of those around me, I realised that we have to be proactive and therefore intentionally develop sustainable resilience before facing extreme distress!
For stress-related emotions (eg. anxiety, fear, anger and many more) I would normally work with you for 6 sessions, using a Narrative Care approach, mainly based on neurobiological principles (including references to appropriate biblical principles at your request).
I have been working in the fields of family therapy and stress-related disorders and conditions for more than twenty-two years, since being an army chaplain both in the South African and Australian Defence Forces during times of military conflict (I served for extensive periods on the front lines of battle and experienced the horrors of traumatic incidents, death, loss, brokenness, anger and excessive aggression behind retaliation on the front line). Touched by the distress of those around me, I realised that we have to be proactive and therefore intentionally develop sustainable resilience before facing extreme distress!
If faith is an important part of your life, I can thoughtfully integrate Christian theology and spirituality into counselling while drawing on evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
I provide a compassionate, practical, and reflective counselling approach tailored to your goals. I draw on evidence-based counselling approaches and a systems perspective to explore how your history, relationships, and values shape your life. I also have a Master of Theological Studies and can integrate Christian perspectives when desired.
If faith is an important part of your life, I can thoughtfully integrate Christian theology and spirituality into counselling while drawing on evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
I provide a compassionate, practical, and reflective counselling approach tailored to your goals. I draw on evidence-based counselling approaches and a systems perspective to explore how your history, relationships, and values shape your life. I also have a Master of Theological Studies and can integrate Christian perspectives when desired.
Lisa is the founder and director of Monarch Psychology and Wellness. Originally from Canada, she is a psychologist known for her genuine, down-to-earth approach. Her ideal client is someone who is ready to move forward, build new skills, and make meaningful changes to improve their life. She has particular interests in treating OCD, other anxiety disorders, and supporting young women. Lisa supports her clients by meeting them where they’re at and creating a relaxed, non-judgemental space to build insight, confidence, and skills.
Lisa is the founder and director of Monarch Psychology and Wellness. Originally from Canada, she is a psychologist known for her genuine, down-to-earth approach. Her ideal client is someone who is ready to move forward, build new skills, and make meaningful changes to improve their life. She has particular interests in treating OCD, other anxiety disorders, and supporting young women. Lisa supports her clients by meeting them where they’re at and creating a relaxed, non-judgemental space to build insight, confidence, and skills.
We believe meaningful psychological support begins with feeling heard, understood, and respected. Our practice provides professional psychology services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families — supporting clients through a wide range of mental health, emotional and life challenges. With experienced practitioners located across Brisbane and Online Therapy available Australia-wide, our goal is to provide accessible, evidence-based care that supports lasting wellbeing and positive change.
We believe meaningful psychological support begins with feeling heard, understood, and respected. Our practice provides professional psychology services for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families — supporting clients through a wide range of mental health, emotional and life challenges. With experienced practitioners located across Brisbane and Online Therapy available Australia-wide, our goal is to provide accessible, evidence-based care that supports lasting wellbeing and positive change.
Psychologist and Practice Director Ivannia Mena is an experienced therapist with a broad range of skills in the treatment of mood disorders, at-risk behaviours, criminal attitudes, addiction and trauma. Ivannia aims to provide the highest standard of psychological support to individuals looking to work at the core of their symptoms, to develop insight, increase self awareness and learn adaptive coping skills. Mindful Perspectives Psychology welcomes adolescents, adults and older adults with cognitive, behavioural, and emotional concerns, offering practical, effective and confidential support in a safe and supportive treatment space.
Psychologist and Practice Director Ivannia Mena is an experienced therapist with a broad range of skills in the treatment of mood disorders, at-risk behaviours, criminal attitudes, addiction and trauma. Ivannia aims to provide the highest standard of psychological support to individuals looking to work at the core of their symptoms, to develop insight, increase self awareness and learn adaptive coping skills. Mindful Perspectives Psychology welcomes adolescents, adults and older adults with cognitive, behavioural, and emotional concerns, offering practical, effective and confidential support in a safe and supportive treatment space.
Are you broken-hearted? Find hope and healing as you learn to love yourself again. Has trauma visited your life? Reclaim your life from the effects of hurt and pain and rediscover your hopes and dreams for a hope-filled future.
Are you broken-hearted? Find hope and healing as you learn to love yourself again. Has trauma visited your life? Reclaim your life from the effects of hurt and pain and rediscover your hopes and dreams for a hope-filled future.
Perhaps you're feeling the pressure of your circumstances, or your relationship with your partner, children, or family is becoming fractured. You love your family, want to turn things around, but maybe you aren't sure where to start. If that sounds like you, then this is your starting point!
Perhaps you're feeling the pressure of your circumstances, or your relationship with your partner, children, or family is becoming fractured. You love your family, want to turn things around, but maybe you aren't sure where to start. If that sounds like you, then this is your starting point!
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FAQ - About Christian Counselling
What can a Christian therapist help with?
Many Christian counsellors incorporate faith-based principles into psychotherapy and draw guidance from biblical writings. This approach may be particularly helpful if you are experiencing concerns related to faith, prolonged grief, substance use, or questions about life’s purpose. Christian therapists may also offer marital, premarital, or family counselling. These can be helpful options if your concerns are more relational in nature, such as communication challenges in a marriage, conflict within a family, or adjustment following a major family transition, such as divorce or a move.
How does Christian faith shape the therapy experience?
Christian faith can shape the therapy experience by giving you a familiar framework for discussing meaning, purpose, forgiveness, relationships, and hope in sessions. For clients who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may draw on Christian values, prayer, or spiritual reflection alongside other therapeutic approaches. In addition, while training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has shown that a strong alliance between you and your therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns, but also shares a client’s faith and values. Nevertheless, an ethical Christian therapist should be clear about how they incorporate faith and should respect the level of spiritual discussion that feels right for you.
Does Christian therapy work across different denominations?
Christian therapy can be helpful for people from various different Christian traditions, including Catholic, Protestant, Evangelical, Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Pentecostal, and Anglican backgrounds. Many Christian therapists are able to support clients across denominations by focusing on shared Christian values, such as faith, prayer, forgiveness, and hope. That said, denomination can matter for some clients. A person’s identified denomination may shape how they understand relationships and life roles. If these differences are important to you, it may be helpful to ask a therapist whether they have experience working with clients from your specific denomination or faith tradition.
Can a Christian therapist help with marriage and couples counselling?
Christian faith-based therapy can take many different forms, including marriage counselling and couples counselling. Some therapists may also offer Christian pre-marital counselling. In these settings, Christian therapists may work with couples on concerns such as communication, conflict, trust, intimacy, parenting, and major life transitions. A Christian therapist may also help couples explore how shared Christian beliefs shape the relationship. They may encourage you and your partner to practise skills learned in therapy in your everyday lives, including both faith-based practises and non-faith-based tools, such as prayer or communication skills.
Can a Christian therapist help with sensitive issues like sex, trauma, or addiction?
Therapists with adequate training should be equipped to help with a number of sensitive issues, including sex, trauma, and addiction. For clients who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may help explore how your spiritual beliefs relate to your challenges, healing, and recovery. A competent and ethical Christian therapist should not judge, shame, or impose a particular belief when discussing these topics, and if you feel judged, it may be time to seek another therapist.
How can a Christian therapist support family therapy?
Christian family therapy can help families address conflict, communication challenges, parenting concerns, grief, or adjustment following a major life transition. A Christian therapist may support family members in understanding one another’s perspectives, improving communication, setting healthier boundaries, and rebuilding trust. For families who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may also help explore how family values related to Christianity can support healing.
How might I enquire about a therapist's experience working with Christian clients?
If religion is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with Christian clients. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask how they incorporate Christian values into therapy or how they approach certain topics that matter to you. As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A strong therapeutic alliance does not necessarily require a therapist to share your religious background, but they should respond to your concerns with respect and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed, misunderstood, or find yourself having to explain your beliefs constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles and have identified as Christian. It shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason.