Somatic Psychologists and Therapists in Paddington, QLD

Jasmin Harrison
Social Worker, AMHSW
Paddington, QLD 4064
Therapy for trauma, dissociation, anxiety, identity, & relationships. Are you looking for something different to traditional sit & talk therapy? A space that celebrates your way of being creatively human? I offer individual and relationship sessions for deep-feeling people who are processing experiences of complex trauma, grief, or life transitions. Sessions are Diversity-Friendly, Trauma-Informed, Neuro-Affirming & relational. I integrate a range of evidence-based therapies to support the head, heart & body to process your human experiences & reconnect with your emotions, dreams & capacity for play, pleasure & presence.
Therapy for trauma, dissociation, anxiety, identity, & relationships. Are you looking for something different to traditional sit & talk therapy? A space that celebrates your way of being creatively human? I offer individual and relationship sessions for deep-feeling people who are processing experiences of complex trauma, grief, or life transitions. Sessions are Diversity-Friendly, Trauma-Informed, Neuro-Affirming & relational. I integrate a range of evidence-based therapies to support the head, heart & body to process your human experiences & reconnect with your emotions, dreams & capacity for play, pleasure & presence.
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Webb Lin
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Paddington, QLD 4064
He also trained in mindfulness body-oriented/ somatic therapies such as Trauma Release Exercises (TRE) and Guided Respiration Mindfulness Therapy (GRMT).
Psychology is a very broad field of practice and is forever growing in its quest to deepen understanding of the human emotional, psychological and relational processes. Webb works with adult individuals and couples who have relational, mental health, trauma-impacted, and behavioural difficulties. He uses a warm and engaging approach in collaborating with clients towards the planned or desired outcomes. Webb is bilingual in English and Mandarin and is highly committed to ongoing professional development in evidence-based practices to help clients achieve the psychological wellness they visualise.
He also trained in mindfulness body-oriented/ somatic therapies such as Trauma Release Exercises (TRE) and Guided Respiration Mindfulness Therapy (GRMT).
Psychology is a very broad field of practice and is forever growing in its quest to deepen understanding of the human emotional, psychological and relational processes. Webb works with adult individuals and couples who have relational, mental health, trauma-impacted, and behavioural difficulties. He uses a warm and engaging approach in collaborating with clients towards the planned or desired outcomes. Webb is bilingual in English and Mandarin and is highly committed to ongoing professional development in evidence-based practices to help clients achieve the psychological wellness they visualise.
(07) 3132 3263 View (07) 3132 3263
Dr Emma Harley
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA Endorsed
Paddington, QLD 4064
I work with people who appreciate inner-work and creative understanding and want to integrate a deeper level of soul and meaning into their lives. Many people I see have reached a point of seeing how old conditioning and patterns have been limiting their inner and outer lives and are wanting to make significant changes. Many people are at a crossroads, undergoing real loss, grief, or disappointment, and needing to find new meaning and direction.
I work with people who appreciate inner-work and creative understanding and want to integrate a deeper level of soul and meaning into their lives. Many people I see have reached a point of seeing how old conditioning and patterns have been limiting their inner and outer lives and are wanting to make significant changes. Many people are at a crossroads, undergoing real loss, grief, or disappointment, and needing to find new meaning and direction.
(07) 2100 4467 View (07) 2100 4467
Hannah Jorgensen
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Paddington, QLD 4064
I draw from modalities such as Compassion Focused Therapy, Somatic based therapies, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and EMDR to support people from a variety of different backgrounds.
Coming from a background in counselling psychology, I focus on approaching care from a client-centred perspective. I believe it is a privilege to walk alongside people through their therapy journeys and aim to create a space that is nurturing to best support our brain and body's innate capacity for healing. I love to bring values of curiosity and compassion into the space to create a shared understanding of one's experiences, and find what resources we can draw upon and develop to support where they want to go.
I draw from modalities such as Compassion Focused Therapy, Somatic based therapies, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and EMDR to support people from a variety of different backgrounds.
Coming from a background in counselling psychology, I focus on approaching care from a client-centred perspective. I believe it is a privilege to walk alongside people through their therapy journeys and aim to create a space that is nurturing to best support our brain and body's innate capacity for healing. I love to bring values of curiosity and compassion into the space to create a shared understanding of one's experiences, and find what resources we can draw upon and develop to support where they want to go.
0451 060 764 View 0451 060 764
Soma & Sage by Sexologist Sage Wilde
Counsellor, PACFA
Paddington, QLD 4064
Waitlist for new clients
Want better personal and sexual relationships? Soma & Sage (body and wisdom) was founded by sexologist and relationship counsellor Sage Wilde, to help people with their sexual wellbeing and relationship goals. Sage works with individuals and couples, providing sex therapy and relationship counselling. She guides and educates people to feel empowered about their personal and sexual relationships. As a certified sexologist, sex therapist and relationship counsellor, Sage can help you build greater intimacy, deeper connections and stronger relationships.
Want better personal and sexual relationships? Soma & Sage (body and wisdom) was founded by sexologist and relationship counsellor Sage Wilde, to help people with their sexual wellbeing and relationship goals. Sage works with individuals and couples, providing sex therapy and relationship counselling. She guides and educates people to feel empowered about their personal and sexual relationships. As a certified sexologist, sex therapist and relationship counsellor, Sage can help you build greater intimacy, deeper connections and stronger relationships.
(07) 2100 4415 View (07) 2100 4415
Dr Ruth Crowther
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Paddington, QLD 4064
They’re seeking depth, insight, and practical tools to shift longstanding patterns, and are drawn to an integrative approach that blends evidence-based therapy, somatic work, and compassionate curiosity.
I offer a safe focused space to untangle what’s no longer working drawing on approaches including EMDR, Schema Therapy, ACT & parts work to help clients make sense of their story, regulate their nervous system, & build new ways of relating to the world. Along with my therapy dog Keeva, I have a deep respect for nature-based & body-informed ways of healing.
They’re seeking depth, insight, and practical tools to shift longstanding patterns, and are drawn to an integrative approach that blends evidence-based therapy, somatic work, and compassionate curiosity.
I offer a safe focused space to untangle what’s no longer working drawing on approaches including EMDR, Schema Therapy, ACT & parts work to help clients make sense of their story, regulate their nervous system, & build new ways of relating to the world. Along with my therapy dog Keeva, I have a deep respect for nature-based & body-informed ways of healing.
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Mathew Heilig
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Paddington, QLD 4064
I work with people experiencing various psychological difficulties including anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, difficulty coping with emotions, overwhelming stress, and managing chronic illness. I also have a special interest in working with the psychological aspects of people experiencing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD - Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and pain. I work with individuals in a non-judgemental, warm, enthusiastic, and collaborative manner to assist them with achieving their therapeutic goals and help them live valued and meaningful lives.
I work with people experiencing various psychological difficulties including anxiety and depression, trauma, PTSD, grief and loss, difficulty coping with emotions, overwhelming stress, and managing chronic illness. I also have a special interest in working with the psychological aspects of people experiencing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD - Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis), Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and pain. I work with individuals in a non-judgemental, warm, enthusiastic, and collaborative manner to assist them with achieving their therapeutic goals and help them live valued and meaningful lives.
(07) 3186 5678 View (07) 3186 5678
Grounded Mind Therapies
Counsellor, ACA-L2
9 Endorsed
Paddington, QLD 4064
I support individuals who have come to a point in their life where things are “just not right”, whether it is a general feeling of dissatisfaction, loss of meaning, or a specific situation causing them significant distress (e.g. issues in relationships, health, workplace,…). Opening a safe space to share what is going on is a first step towards feeling better and moving forward. Sometimes, exploring past events and emotions brings an understanding that can appease and help to let go. When you are ready, I work with you to better understand your context, resources and obstacles, and help you build a more grounded and meaningful life.
I support individuals who have come to a point in their life where things are “just not right”, whether it is a general feeling of dissatisfaction, loss of meaning, or a specific situation causing them significant distress (e.g. issues in relationships, health, workplace,…). Opening a safe space to share what is going on is a first step towards feeling better and moving forward. Sometimes, exploring past events and emotions brings an understanding that can appease and help to let go. When you are ready, I work with you to better understand your context, resources and obstacles, and help you build a more grounded and meaningful life.
(07) 3179 6058 View (07) 3179 6058
Tanya Genito
Psychotherapist, AMHSW
Serves Area
I am trained in internal family systems, and sensori motor/ somatic therapy and advanced level EMDR to work with clients who have experienced trauma.
Tanya Genito is a  Psychotherapist having trained at the University of Queensland, graduating with over 25 years in the field. Tanya’s areas of specialisation is working with young adults and adults who have experienced trauma or are experiencing relationship issues or a loss, whether it be a end of a relationship, career or death of a loved one in their lives. Tanya has a specialisation in working with neuro diverse individuals and believes the client needs to be in control of their therapeutic journey. Tanya also has an interest working with clients who are in non traditional relationships.
I am trained in internal family systems, and sensori motor/ somatic therapy and advanced level EMDR to work with clients who have experienced trauma.
Tanya Genito is a  Psychotherapist having trained at the University of Queensland, graduating with over 25 years in the field. Tanya’s areas of specialisation is working with young adults and adults who have experienced trauma or are experiencing relationship issues or a loss, whether it be a end of a relationship, career or death of a loved one in their lives. Tanya has a specialisation in working with neuro diverse individuals and believes the client needs to be in control of their therapeutic journey. Tanya also has an interest working with clients who are in non traditional relationships.
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Mariela Astorga
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or the pressures of high performance. Some are navigating ADHD, OCD, or feel stuck in repeating patterns that affect their personal or professional lives. Others are at a crossroads, facing major life transitions or questions about meaning and identity. Whether you're a business leader, a creative, or simply someone seeking clarity and relief, therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, and grow. Together, we’ll identify what’s holding you back and work toward meaningful change.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or the pressures of high performance. Some are navigating ADHD, OCD, or feel stuck in repeating patterns that affect their personal or professional lives. Others are at a crossroads, facing major life transitions or questions about meaning and identity. Whether you're a business leader, a creative, or simply someone seeking clarity and relief, therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, and grow. Together, we’ll identify what’s holding you back and work toward meaningful change.
(07) 3132 1604 View (07) 3132 1604
Elan Zavelsky
Counsellor, ACA-L3
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My work as a counsellor and psychotherapist is founded on the cornerstones of kindness and compassion. As a Gestalt-informed mental health professional, I take joy in working with both individuals, couples/ relationships. For the past two decades I have worked locally and around the globe as a professional and volunteer in the social welfare, not-for-profit and creative arts sectors. In my therapeutic practice, I combine this life experience with my academic training to offer a specialised approach to this deep and important work.
My work as a counsellor and psychotherapist is founded on the cornerstones of kindness and compassion. As a Gestalt-informed mental health professional, I take joy in working with both individuals, couples/ relationships. For the past two decades I have worked locally and around the globe as a professional and volunteer in the social welfare, not-for-profit and creative arts sectors. In my therapeutic practice, I combine this life experience with my academic training to offer a specialised approach to this deep and important work.
(07) 3185 2306 View (07) 3185 2306
Tali Prasad
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I work with people who want to understand themselves more deeply and I help them find ways of living that feel more grounded, connected, and sustainable -moving beyond just symptom management. Many of the people I see are thoughtful and capable, but feel emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or unsure how to make sense of what they’re experiencing. I provide support for trauma, anxiety, depression, transitions, grief & more. I offer a safe space to openly talk & explore your experiences, and interested in how your history, relationships, and environment have shaped the ways you cope, relate, and respond to yourself.
I work with people who want to understand themselves more deeply and I help them find ways of living that feel more grounded, connected, and sustainable -moving beyond just symptom management. Many of the people I see are thoughtful and capable, but feel emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or unsure how to make sense of what they’re experiencing. I provide support for trauma, anxiety, depression, transitions, grief & more. I offer a safe space to openly talk & explore your experiences, and interested in how your history, relationships, and environment have shaped the ways you cope, relate, and respond to yourself.
(07) 2100 4920 View (07) 2100 4920
Mary A McIntyre
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I work with somatic modalities to help people's bodymind heal from stress, anxiety, PTSD, early life relational trauma and more.
Anxiety, Trauma resolution therapy, Persistent pain , Post-traumatic stress, depression, body-mind disregulation. I employ evidence-based approaches including somatic psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing , Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness training (MBSR /MBCT) , inner child work, expressive therapies, symbol work. This approach is person-centered.
I work with somatic modalities to help people's bodymind heal from stress, anxiety, PTSD, early life relational trauma and more.
Anxiety, Trauma resolution therapy, Persistent pain , Post-traumatic stress, depression, body-mind disregulation. I employ evidence-based approaches including somatic psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing , Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness training (MBSR /MBCT) , inner child work, expressive therapies, symbol work. This approach is person-centered.
(07) 3186 8568 View (07) 3186 8568
Alissa Wankmuller
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Online Only
As a counsellor, I take an active, person-centred approach to therapy - I'd like to support you in learning new tools, habits and behaviours that actually make a difference to your daily wellbeing. Our sessions are completely guided by you - your goals, challenges and growth areas. During your first few sessions, we work collaboratively to identify your key concerns and growth areas. Together, we can set clearly outlined goals for our sessions, so you feel like you are building towards these goals with every session.
As a counsellor, I take an active, person-centred approach to therapy - I'd like to support you in learning new tools, habits and behaviours that actually make a difference to your daily wellbeing. Our sessions are completely guided by you - your goals, challenges and growth areas. During your first few sessions, we work collaboratively to identify your key concerns and growth areas. Together, we can set clearly outlined goals for our sessions, so you feel like you are building towards these goals with every session.
(07) 2100 4432 View (07) 2100 4432
Sarah Tuckett Somatic Psychotherapy & Counselling
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
Try a somatic approach to recover from anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and relationship issues.
I am an anxiety specialist. I am a warm and friendly university-trained somatic psychotherapist and somatic-movement therapist. I combine talk therapy with regulation techniques, movement and breathing to help you feel calmer, safer, grounded, and even energised.
Try a somatic approach to recover from anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and relationship issues.
I am an anxiety specialist. I am a warm and friendly university-trained somatic psychotherapist and somatic-movement therapist. I combine talk therapy with regulation techniques, movement and breathing to help you feel calmer, safer, grounded, and even energised.
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Alpha Ponce
Psychotherapist, MA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Somatic trauma-informed and couples therapist.
Somatic trauma-informed counsellor and therapist helping adults heal from the impacts of childhood and single trauma. I guide clients to release tension held in the body, change their unhealthy patterns, build self-confidence, reconnect with their authentic selves, and cultivate healthier relationships, using body-centred, compassionate approaches.
Somatic trauma-informed and couples therapist.
Somatic trauma-informed counsellor and therapist helping adults heal from the impacts of childhood and single trauma. I guide clients to release tension held in the body, change their unhealthy patterns, build self-confidence, reconnect with their authentic selves, and cultivate healthier relationships, using body-centred, compassionate approaches.
(07) 2100 4837 View (07) 2100 4837
Helen Elliott
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I tailor clinical psychology therapy to each person's unique needs, looking beyond any diagnosis or 'condition' to see how particular patterns in mind and body may be limiting someone's capacity to live fully.
I tailor clinical psychology therapy to each person's unique needs, looking beyond any diagnosis or 'condition' to see how particular patterns in mind and body may be limiting someone's capacity to live fully.
(07) 3130 0195 View (07) 3130 0195
Chris Chicoteau
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
You are looking for deeper understanding of yourself, your relationships and behaviours. You are becoming aware that certain patterns of feeling, behaving and believing are not aligned with who you truely are.
You are looking for deeper understanding of yourself, your relationships and behaviours. You are becoming aware that certain patterns of feeling, behaving and believing are not aligned with who you truely are.
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Amanda Webb
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I am a Somatic Experiencing (SE) Practitioner, PACT couples therapist, touch therapist, creative arts therapist and Synergetic Play Therapist in training.
For over 15 years, my work has centred on complex and developmental trauma and the ways it lives in the body, nervous system and relationships. I work with couples (especially neurodivergent couples), children, families and individuals when old patterns keep repeating despite insight, effort and love. If you keep asking, “What’s really going on?” “Why can’t I get through?” “Why can’t they hear me, feel me, see me?” or “Why does my child seem so lost, angry, unhappy or unreachable?” I can help you understand what may be happening beneath the surface and find a different way through.
I am a Somatic Experiencing (SE) Practitioner, PACT couples therapist, touch therapist, creative arts therapist and Synergetic Play Therapist in training.
For over 15 years, my work has centred on complex and developmental trauma and the ways it lives in the body, nervous system and relationships. I work with couples (especially neurodivergent couples), children, families and individuals when old patterns keep repeating despite insight, effort and love. If you keep asking, “What’s really going on?” “Why can’t I get through?” “Why can’t they hear me, feel me, see me?” or “Why does my child seem so lost, angry, unhappy or unreachable?” I can help you understand what may be happening beneath the surface and find a different way through.
(07) 2100 4939 View (07) 2100 4939
Michelle Johnston
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I offer a space where you can be met as you are, where your experiences are explored with care and thoughtfulness. As a human-centred and attachment-focused psychologist, I work collaboratively with individuals aged 18 and over. I have a particular interest in supporting people through anxiety, low mood, stress, life transitions, trauma, grief and loss, as well as perinatal mental health, including the emotional experiences surrounding fertility, pregnancy and the transition to parenthood.
I offer a space where you can be met as you are, where your experiences are explored with care and thoughtfulness. As a human-centred and attachment-focused psychologist, I work collaboratively with individuals aged 18 and over. I have a particular interest in supporting people through anxiety, low mood, stress, life transitions, trauma, grief and loss, as well as perinatal mental health, including the emotional experiences surrounding fertility, pregnancy and the transition to parenthood.
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Somatic Therapists
How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.

Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.

Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.

What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.