Codependency Psychologists and Therapists in Palmwoods, QLD

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Jessica Demuth
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Serves Area
Hello, I’m Jess. I deeply respect the courage it takes to reach out for support — especially when it comes to your relationship. Seeking therapy is an act of care, and I honour the commitment you’re making to yourself and to one another. I provide a safe, supportive space where individuals and couples can slow down, reflect, and reconnect. My approach is empathetic and client-centred, grounded in evidence-based practice and tailored to your unique dynamic. Together, we strengthen communication, repair ruptures, and foster deeper emotional connection.
Hello, I’m Jess. I deeply respect the courage it takes to reach out for support — especially when it comes to your relationship. Seeking therapy is an act of care, and I honour the commitment you’re making to yourself and to one another. I provide a safe, supportive space where individuals and couples can slow down, reflect, and reconnect. My approach is empathetic and client-centred, grounded in evidence-based practice and tailored to your unique dynamic. Together, we strengthen communication, repair ruptures, and foster deeper emotional connection.
(07) 5241 4576 View (07) 5241 4576
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Mary Ann Killian-Dover
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have 18 years experience as a counsellor, from being a school counselor to managing a woman's crisis refuge and in private practice. Counselling is a safe and confidential space where you are able to express yourself without judgment and where you will become more aware of who you are. This unique environment helps you overcome life-speed bumps and place of personal growth and empowers you to become the best you.
I have 18 years experience as a counsellor, from being a school counselor to managing a woman's crisis refuge and in private practice. Counselling is a safe and confidential space where you are able to express yourself without judgment and where you will become more aware of who you are. This unique environment helps you overcome life-speed bumps and place of personal growth and empowers you to become the best you.
(07) 5241 4102 View (07) 5241 4102
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Restarting Relationships
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
You’re a couple struggling with disconnection, recurring conflict, or you're at a turning point that needs attention, and you're ready for more than surface-level help. Or you're an individual seeking clarity, healing, or a deeper sense of alignment in your life. You might be managing stress, burnout, life transitions, or relationship pain. You need the right space to do meaningful work. You’re ready to move forward and to become more self-aware and motivated.
You’re a couple struggling with disconnection, recurring conflict, or you're at a turning point that needs attention, and you're ready for more than surface-level help. Or you're an individual seeking clarity, healing, or a deeper sense of alignment in your life. You might be managing stress, burnout, life transitions, or relationship pain. You need the right space to do meaningful work. You’re ready to move forward and to become more self-aware and motivated.
(07) 5240 9461 View (07) 5240 9461
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Amanda Morphett
Social Worker, AASW
Serves Area
You may be a woman aged 14 years and over who is used to coping, managing and keeping life moving, yet beginning to notice early signs that things feel heavier or less sustainable. Stress or anxiety may be building, your nervous system may feel more sensitive, or your confidence may be less steady. You may still be functioning day to day, but sense that familiar ways of coping are no longer working. You might be navigating changes in relationships, study or work, health or energy levels, family roles, hormones, or simply wanting space to pause, reflect and reconnect before things become overwhelming.
You may be a woman aged 14 years and over who is used to coping, managing and keeping life moving, yet beginning to notice early signs that things feel heavier or less sustainable. Stress or anxiety may be building, your nervous system may feel more sensitive, or your confidence may be less steady. You may still be functioning day to day, but sense that familiar ways of coping are no longer working. You might be navigating changes in relationships, study or work, health or energy levels, family roles, hormones, or simply wanting space to pause, reflect and reconnect before things become overwhelming.
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Josie Coco
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Maleny, QLD 4552
When life becomes challenging, our time together will support you to overcome mental and emotional obstacles to thriving and living well. My work is trauma informed with multiple evidence-based and evidence-informed therapy methodologies to provide an wholistic approach. Private health funds have approved my psychotherapy work with provider numbers, if you have the appropriate health insurance cover. I work with private clients only, and support students of Gestalt Psychotherapy. Schedule a complimentary discovery call, through my website.
When life becomes challenging, our time together will support you to overcome mental and emotional obstacles to thriving and living well. My work is trauma informed with multiple evidence-based and evidence-informed therapy methodologies to provide an wholistic approach. Private health funds have approved my psychotherapy work with provider numbers, if you have the appropriate health insurance cover. I work with private clients only, and support students of Gestalt Psychotherapy. Schedule a complimentary discovery call, through my website.
(07) 5224 2070 View (07) 5224 2070
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Bri Stevens
Social Worker
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Bri (they/them) — a counselling social worker and relationships therapist, and Director of Reravel, with 20+ years' experience in mental health, disability and community work. I work with queer adults, neurodivergent adults (autistic, ADHD, AuDHD), and people in relationships of all shapes — couples, polyamorous and ENM, queer relationships, neurodivergent partnerships. I'm queer nonbinary and neurodivergent myself, so you won't have to explain the basics of your identity, your relationship structure, or how your brain works. I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, and can offer Medicare rebates with a GP referral.
Hi, I'm Bri (they/them) — a counselling social worker and relationships therapist, and Director of Reravel, with 20+ years' experience in mental health, disability and community work. I work with queer adults, neurodivergent adults (autistic, ADHD, AuDHD), and people in relationships of all shapes — couples, polyamorous and ENM, queer relationships, neurodivergent partnerships. I'm queer nonbinary and neurodivergent myself, so you won't have to explain the basics of your identity, your relationship structure, or how your brain works. I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, and can offer Medicare rebates with a GP referral.
(07) 3472 4000 View (07) 3472 4000
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Joanna Luke
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Many of us were raised with the notion that experiencing psychological, emotional or relationship difficulties meant that we were somehow broken; or that seeking help is a sign of weakness. I don’t subscribe to this belief. Reaching out is brave, and I am yet to talk to a person that hasn’t had their share of personal challenges. You are not broken, you are human; and therapy is not about fixing, it’s about healing.
Many of us were raised with the notion that experiencing psychological, emotional or relationship difficulties meant that we were somehow broken; or that seeking help is a sign of weakness. I don’t subscribe to this belief. Reaching out is brave, and I am yet to talk to a person that hasn’t had their share of personal challenges. You are not broken, you are human; and therapy is not about fixing, it’s about healing.
(02) 9100 0704 View (02) 9100 0704
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Richard Elms Therapy Training Consulting
Social Worker, AMHSW
Online Only
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 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.
(07) 5241 2997 View (07) 5241 2997
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Brionie Fryer
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
I am a Clinical Psychologist and develop a strong alliance with clients, using my warm, friendly and non-judgemental approach to create a safe environment for you to disclose your concerns. My special interest areas include ADHD, trauma and PTSD, anxiety and workplace issues. For the past 5 years I have worked as a Director of a Psychology Clinic and managed a team of Psychologists, providing direct supervision and performance management. Since becoming a mother I decided to work independently again seeing clients via online consultations. I have opened my books after a year of having them closed.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and develop a strong alliance with clients, using my warm, friendly and non-judgemental approach to create a safe environment for you to disclose your concerns. My special interest areas include ADHD, trauma and PTSD, anxiety and workplace issues. For the past 5 years I have worked as a Director of a Psychology Clinic and managed a team of Psychologists, providing direct supervision and performance management. Since becoming a mother I decided to work independently again seeing clients via online consultations. I have opened my books after a year of having them closed.
(07) 5329 7951 View (07) 5329 7951
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The Heart of Therapy
Counsellor, AMHSW
Online Only
Hi, I'm Bec Stewart. Many people have shared with me that while traditional talk therapy can be helpful, it sometimes doesn’t bring about the deeper change or healing they’re hoping for. That’s why I'm passionate about a holistic, integrative approach, which gently supports you in going beyond surface-level solutions and exploring the roots of your challenges. (EMDR, DBR, parts-work, & somatic therapies ). I know this kind of therapy can take courage, but many find it opens the door to more meaningful, long-lasting change. It’s a privilege to walk alongside you on what could be a transformative journey.
Hi, I'm Bec Stewart. Many people have shared with me that while traditional talk therapy can be helpful, it sometimes doesn’t bring about the deeper change or healing they’re hoping for. That’s why I'm passionate about a holistic, integrative approach, which gently supports you in going beyond surface-level solutions and exploring the roots of your challenges. (EMDR, DBR, parts-work, & somatic therapies ). I know this kind of therapy can take courage, but many find it opens the door to more meaningful, long-lasting change. It’s a privilege to walk alongside you on what could be a transformative journey.
(07) 5241 1073 View (07) 5241 1073
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Astrid de Ruiter
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Witta, QLD 4552
I am a PACFA registered clinical counsellor with over 20 years of experience, a certified Level 2 IFS psychotherapist, and a certified mindfulness teacher. I have a special interest in trauma informed, mindfulness and body-based approaches. I specialize in working with complex childhood trauma, but can also help with a range of other issues. My clients have often tried various psychological modalities which helped to some degree, but continued to struggle with certain issues. The combination of therapeutic modalities I use, particularly IFS, often helps people go much deeper within themselves and resolve those issues. ​
I am a PACFA registered clinical counsellor with over 20 years of experience, a certified Level 2 IFS psychotherapist, and a certified mindfulness teacher. I have a special interest in trauma informed, mindfulness and body-based approaches. I specialize in working with complex childhood trauma, but can also help with a range of other issues. My clients have often tried various psychological modalities which helped to some degree, but continued to struggle with certain issues. The combination of therapeutic modalities I use, particularly IFS, often helps people go much deeper within themselves and resolve those issues. ​
(07) 5451 4048 View (07) 5451 4048
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Heidi Christie - Nurtured Hearts
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Buderim, QLD 4556
You are so much more than a symptom, a struggle, or a diagnosis. People come to therapy for different reasons—often to work through challenges, and also in search of something more: greater self-understanding, connection or meaning. I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore both life’s challenges and opportunities for growth. I'm guided by a holistic understanding that our inner and outer worlds are deeply interconnected through mind, body, emotion, relationship, health, environment and spirit. I am passionate about these connections, particularly in the areas of complex trauma, chronic health conditions and ancestral patterns
You are so much more than a symptom, a struggle, or a diagnosis. People come to therapy for different reasons—often to work through challenges, and also in search of something more: greater self-understanding, connection or meaning. I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore both life’s challenges and opportunities for growth. I'm guided by a holistic understanding that our inner and outer worlds are deeply interconnected through mind, body, emotion, relationship, health, environment and spirit. I am passionate about these connections, particularly in the areas of complex trauma, chronic health conditions and ancestral patterns
(07) 5241 4441 View (07) 5241 4441
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Sarah Dakhili
Counsellor, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Sarah is a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 14 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD. Her motto is simple: “Supporting clients in creating authentic power within themselves and in turn being able to make what was once difficult, easier”.
Sarah is a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 14 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD. Her motto is simple: “Supporting clients in creating authentic power within themselves and in turn being able to make what was once difficult, easier”.
(07) 3130 0085 View (07) 3130 0085
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Kimberly Freeman
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Palmview, QLD 4553
You've spent years being told you were too much, or not enough. Too scattered, too emotional, too forgetful- or holding everything together on the outside while quietly drowning inside. ADHD in women looks nothing like the textbook version. It hides behind perfectionism and people-pleasing. It shows up as overwhelm, emotional dysregulation, and a bone-deep exhaustion no amount of sleep fixes. And for too long, it's been missed- in classrooms, GP offices, and therapy rooms.
You've spent years being told you were too much, or not enough. Too scattered, too emotional, too forgetful- or holding everything together on the outside while quietly drowning inside. ADHD in women looks nothing like the textbook version. It hides behind perfectionism and people-pleasing. It shows up as overwhelm, emotional dysregulation, and a bone-deep exhaustion no amount of sleep fixes. And for too long, it's been missed- in classrooms, GP offices, and therapy rooms.
(07) 5241 4173 View (07) 5241 4173
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Anita Jane Perigo
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
My name is Anita and I work with my Therapy Dogs Bonnie and Noah. I have two areas of my psychology work that I am passionate about making available to you. The first being Animal Assisted Therapy, and the second Art in Therapy. Having the dogs in my studio provides you with an emotionally safe and nurturing space to explore the distress you are feeling, without getting lost in it. The dogs are always there as a welcome sensory connection to the present moment. I also use art (basket weaving /picture cards, paint and other) to help you explore parts of your story and emotional experience that you don't have the right words for.
My name is Anita and I work with my Therapy Dogs Bonnie and Noah. I have two areas of my psychology work that I am passionate about making available to you. The first being Animal Assisted Therapy, and the second Art in Therapy. Having the dogs in my studio provides you with an emotionally safe and nurturing space to explore the distress you are feeling, without getting lost in it. The dogs are always there as a welcome sensory connection to the present moment. I also use art (basket weaving /picture cards, paint and other) to help you explore parts of your story and emotional experience that you don't have the right words for.
(07) 3184 4863 View (07) 3184 4863
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Reflections Counselling and Family Therapy
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Online Only
As a qualified Counsellor & Family Therapist I can provide counselling support to children, individuals and families for a wide range of needs, including things such as; Marriage, Relationships, Conflict Management, Communication, Life Change, Post Natal Depression, Grief and Loss, Separation & Divorce, Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Stress Management, Parenting and Family issues, exploring Spirituality and supporting clients to set goals and work towards seeing positive outcomes for their life.
As a qualified Counsellor & Family Therapist I can provide counselling support to children, individuals and families for a wide range of needs, including things such as; Marriage, Relationships, Conflict Management, Communication, Life Change, Post Natal Depression, Grief and Loss, Separation & Divorce, Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Stress Management, Parenting and Family issues, exploring Spirituality and supporting clients to set goals and work towards seeing positive outcomes for their life.
(07) 5240 9944 View (07) 5240 9944
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Victoria Matthews
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Noosa Heads, QLD 4567
You're looking for change, but not the same old, same old. You're looking for someone a little different, with a different approach. You're looking to understand, deeply, how you came to be where you are, and which direction to go from here. My work is designed to provide my clients with clarity, meaning and direction. I work with men, women, couples, families, teens and children, and support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and personality disorders. I have a specialty area in supporting adolescents and my focus is on working with these issues within the context of the family structure.
You're looking for change, but not the same old, same old. You're looking for someone a little different, with a different approach. You're looking to understand, deeply, how you came to be where you are, and which direction to go from here. My work is designed to provide my clients with clarity, meaning and direction. I work with men, women, couples, families, teens and children, and support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and personality disorders. I have a specialty area in supporting adolescents and my focus is on working with these issues within the context of the family structure.
(07) 3184 4337 View (07) 3184 4337
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Jessica van der Torre
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Caboolture, QLD 4510
Jessica van der Torre enjoys an individualised and client-centered approach, collaborating together with her clients towards their treatment goals. She is warm, gentle and supportive in her style. It is important to her that clients feel that sessions are conducted in a safe, positive and nonjudgmental atmosphere in order to work towards positive change.
Jessica van der Torre enjoys an individualised and client-centered approach, collaborating together with her clients towards their treatment goals. She is warm, gentle and supportive in her style. It is important to her that clients feel that sessions are conducted in a safe, positive and nonjudgmental atmosphere in order to work towards positive change.
(07) 4243 4681 View (07) 4243 4681
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Sheena Schuy
Social Worker, AMHSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hey I’m Sheena Schuy. I am a Holistic Therapist (BPsych, MCoun, MSW). We are a womens mental health online practice - we specialise in helping high-achieving women create balance in their life so that can be the best leaders, entrepreneurs, partners, mothers, and friends - without the burnout. We help women go from exhausted, tired, and strung out to calm, clear and content with our psychology and life coaching services. The main issues we work with are anxiety, burnout, relationships, ADHD and depression but can also help with career development, mindset, personal development, leadership, business strategy and entrepreneurship.
Hey I’m Sheena Schuy. I am a Holistic Therapist (BPsych, MCoun, MSW). We are a womens mental health online practice - we specialise in helping high-achieving women create balance in their life so that can be the best leaders, entrepreneurs, partners, mothers, and friends - without the burnout. We help women go from exhausted, tired, and strung out to calm, clear and content with our psychology and life coaching services. The main issues we work with are anxiety, burnout, relationships, ADHD and depression but can also help with career development, mindset, personal development, leadership, business strategy and entrepreneurship.
1300 618 932 View 1300 618 932
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Mark Horsman
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Noosaville, QLD 4566
Often in today's world, we get caught up in so many distractions on the outside that we are not always aware of our internal experiences. We walk around anxious and depressed, with critical thoughts of ourselves and others, and often live a reality that is separate from our own personal wishes and desires. I believe that therapy provides a safe space to step away from all the external distractions and focus on identifying and responding to our emotional world in the most open and connected way, which may have been too painful to do in the past.
Often in today's world, we get caught up in so many distractions on the outside that we are not always aware of our internal experiences. We walk around anxious and depressed, with critical thoughts of ourselves and others, and often live a reality that is separate from our own personal wishes and desires. I believe that therapy provides a safe space to step away from all the external distractions and focus on identifying and responding to our emotional world in the most open and connected way, which may have been too painful to do in the past.
(03) 7003 2065 View (03) 7003 2065
Codependency Therapists
What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.

What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.

How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.

What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.