Somatic Psychologists and Therapists in Palmwoods, QLD
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.
FACT IS: "It's not a matter of IF life will throw obstacles and hurdles at you... it's WHEN." For 20 years I have been counselling people from all walks of life (CEOs, surgeons and psychologists through to miners, call centre staff, managers and cleaners). And what I've noticed is how many people struggle with their relationships - that could be the relationship with their partner, their child, their parents, their co-workers, their mates or the biggest and most important relationship of them all... THEMSELVES! Now, they don't always know it's their relationship at first, because it might look like stress, conflict, anxiety, etc.
FACT IS: "It's not a matter of IF life will throw obstacles and hurdles at you... it's WHEN." For 20 years I have been counselling people from all walks of life (CEOs, surgeons and psychologists through to miners, call centre staff, managers and cleaners). And what I've noticed is how many people struggle with their relationships - that could be the relationship with their partner, their child, their parents, their co-workers, their mates or the biggest and most important relationship of them all... THEMSELVES! Now, they don't always know it's their relationship at first, because it might look like stress, conflict, anxiety, etc.
The shock of a frightening medical diagnosis, significant loss, or other traumatic event in our lives can severely overwhelm our nervous system leaving us feeling fearful, anxious, panicky, unable to relax or sleep, emotional and very reactive to everyone around us. It is an awful place to find ourselves in and as humans we often try to avoid or distract ourselves from these unpleasant thoughts, feelings and emotions as best we can in an attempt to cope. Some of the behaviours we may use to bring short term relief, may be harmful to us in the long term, impact on our relationships, lead to depression or reduce our quality of life.
The shock of a frightening medical diagnosis, significant loss, or other traumatic event in our lives can severely overwhelm our nervous system leaving us feeling fearful, anxious, panicky, unable to relax or sleep, emotional and very reactive to everyone around us. It is an awful place to find ourselves in and as humans we often try to avoid or distract ourselves from these unpleasant thoughts, feelings and emotions as best we can in an attempt to cope. Some of the behaviours we may use to bring short term relief, may be harmful to us in the long term, impact on our relationships, lead to depression or reduce our quality of life.
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I hold Bachelor and Master's qualifications in Counselling, have experience working in private practice, have interned as a counsellor at a psychology practice and have accreditations / certifications in areas including trauma, loss, grief, anxiety, LGBTQIA, neurodiversity, somatic-based therapies.
Maybe you're coping on the outside, but on the inside, you feel tense, on edge, anxious, overwhelmed or just not quite able to settle. Many people I work with are fully functioning and managing life day-to-day, though they feel exhausted and burnt out by what they’re holding onto internally. Often, this is shaped by past experiences that still influence how their mind and body respond. Their responses feel more reactive then considered... I help you to identify and make sense of these feelings and patterns and assist you to gently shift them, so you can feel steadier, more connected, in control and at ease in your day-to-day life.
I hold Bachelor and Master's qualifications in Counselling, have experience working in private practice, have interned as a counsellor at a psychology practice and have accreditations / certifications in areas including trauma, loss, grief, anxiety, LGBTQIA, neurodiversity, somatic-based therapies.
Maybe you're coping on the outside, but on the inside, you feel tense, on edge, anxious, overwhelmed or just not quite able to settle. Many people I work with are fully functioning and managing life day-to-day, though they feel exhausted and burnt out by what they’re holding onto internally. Often, this is shaped by past experiences that still influence how their mind and body respond. Their responses feel more reactive then considered... I help you to identify and make sense of these feelings and patterns and assist you to gently shift them, so you can feel steadier, more connected, in control and at ease in your day-to-day life.
My clients are adults who sense that something deeper is driving what's happening on the surface — the burnout that rest doesn't resolve, the relationship pattern that keeps repeating, the grief that won't move, the version of themselves they keep returning to despite wanting to change. They're often high-functioning people carrying more than they show. They've tried pushing through. They're ready to try something different. They don't need to arrive with everything figured out — just a willingness to look honestly at what's been getting in the way.
My clients are adults who sense that something deeper is driving what's happening on the surface — the burnout that rest doesn't resolve, the relationship pattern that keeps repeating, the grief that won't move, the version of themselves they keep returning to despite wanting to change. They're often high-functioning people carrying more than they show. They've tried pushing through. They're ready to try something different. They don't need to arrive with everything figured out — just a willingness to look honestly at what's been getting in the way.
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.
Hi, my name is Jo. There may be many reasons or things going on for you that brings you to this site and my profile in particular. You may be experiencing a difficult time in your life and you realise you don’t need to do it alone? There are three factors considered essential for effective therapy - the quality of the therapeutic relationship; the goals of therapy and the skills and knowledge of the practitioner.
Hi, my name is Jo. There may be many reasons or things going on for you that brings you to this site and my profile in particular. You may be experiencing a difficult time in your life and you realise you don’t need to do it alone? There are three factors considered essential for effective therapy - the quality of the therapeutic relationship; the goals of therapy and the skills and knowledge of the practitioner.
Approaches are Internal Family Systems Model, Attachment Theory, Polyvagal Theory, Somatic based and other trauma informed practices including Dual Awareness and Relaxation techniques for calm and happiness in your daily life.
I'm passionate about sharing experience and knowledge to help you understand your patterns, emotions and heal core wounds to return your sense of wholeness, innate personal power and Self-agency.
Those treasures of 'Being' are yours already; vibrancy, clarity, courage, creativity, compassion, connectedness, curiosity and wise confidence. It's an empowering journey toward feeling at ease and safe in your being, your mind and emotions with an added dimension of spirituality and meaning for your life if that's for you. I know it's possible because I've taken the journey myself.
Approaches are Internal Family Systems Model, Attachment Theory, Polyvagal Theory, Somatic based and other trauma informed practices including Dual Awareness and Relaxation techniques for calm and happiness in your daily life.
I'm passionate about sharing experience and knowledge to help you understand your patterns, emotions and heal core wounds to return your sense of wholeness, innate personal power and Self-agency.
Those treasures of 'Being' are yours already; vibrancy, clarity, courage, creativity, compassion, connectedness, curiosity and wise confidence. It's an empowering journey toward feeling at ease and safe in your being, your mind and emotions with an added dimension of spirituality and meaning for your life if that's for you. I know it's possible because I've taken the journey myself.
I specialise in supporting autistic children, teens, adults, and their families. I also enjoy supporting people with disabilities, and women who facing difficulties in their lives. I predominantly use expressive therapies such as art therapy and play therapy to help people to engage in counselling in a positive and meaningful way, and to help people move towards health and healing. I use a strength based, client-directed approach, with each session being adjusted to meet the individual needs and interests of the person. My practice is trauma informed and neurodivergent affirming.
I specialise in supporting autistic children, teens, adults, and their families. I also enjoy supporting people with disabilities, and women who facing difficulties in their lives. I predominantly use expressive therapies such as art therapy and play therapy to help people to engage in counselling in a positive and meaningful way, and to help people move towards health and healing. I use a strength based, client-directed approach, with each session being adjusted to meet the individual needs and interests of the person. My practice is trauma informed and neurodivergent affirming.
Hi, I’m Larissa, professional counsellor / psychotherapist. I work with adults across Australia via online/telehealth appointments, using a secure platform (no downloads, no login required).
With more than 20 yrs experience, my focus is trauma & mental health: the way high-impact experiences reshape the mind, body, & daily functioning.
I’m experienced in emergency first response, major incident debriefing & therapeutic support in high-stakes, high-pressure contexts—where what clients need is clarity, containment, & a plan they can actually follow to get their lives back.
Hi, I’m Larissa, professional counsellor / psychotherapist. I work with adults across Australia via online/telehealth appointments, using a secure platform (no downloads, no login required).
With more than 20 yrs experience, my focus is trauma & mental health: the way high-impact experiences reshape the mind, body, & daily functioning.
I’m experienced in emergency first response, major incident debriefing & therapeutic support in high-stakes, high-pressure contexts—where what clients need is clarity, containment, & a plan they can actually follow to get their lives back.
Accessing counselling can feel overwhelming and clinical. I offer an authentic, down to earth approach to my sessions where my clients can feel safe to explore life’s challenges. I tailor my sessions to my client’s unique needs and offer practical tools and psychoeducation to empower and facilitate growth.
In addition to my studies in psychological science and counselling, my expertise stems largely from my life and work experiences working with different communities including survivors of domestic abuse, law enforcement and military members, community mental illness, women's wellbeing, grief, AOD and general anxiety/depression.
Accessing counselling can feel overwhelming and clinical. I offer an authentic, down to earth approach to my sessions where my clients can feel safe to explore life’s challenges. I tailor my sessions to my client’s unique needs and offer practical tools and psychoeducation to empower and facilitate growth.
In addition to my studies in psychological science and counselling, my expertise stems largely from my life and work experiences working with different communities including survivors of domestic abuse, law enforcement and military members, community mental illness, women's wellbeing, grief, AOD and general anxiety/depression.
I provide supportive counselling using focused psychological strategies which include cognitive behavioural therapy, DBT, motivational interviewing, EMDR, family systems, attachment based, acceptance commitment therapy, somatic work as well as use sand therapy and expressive therapies.
I have extensive experience providing counselling support to individuals addressing their mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and loss, personality disorders, alcohol/ drugs, family issues, parenting challenges, trauma and general overwhelm. Specific areas of interest is supporting people with their well-being and resilience, managing relationships, parenting and attachment, as well as working with children and teenagers.
I provide supportive counselling using focused psychological strategies which include cognitive behavioural therapy, DBT, motivational interviewing, EMDR, family systems, attachment based, acceptance commitment therapy, somatic work as well as use sand therapy and expressive therapies.
I have extensive experience providing counselling support to individuals addressing their mental health issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief and loss, personality disorders, alcohol/ drugs, family issues, parenting challenges, trauma and general overwhelm. Specific areas of interest is supporting people with their well-being and resilience, managing relationships, parenting and attachment, as well as working with children and teenagers.
Maybe your relationship looks fine from the outside, but underneath it feels disconnected, reactive or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to shift. Maybe you’re navigating trauma, identity, intimacy, communication, trust, non-monogamy, kink, or relationship dynamics that don’t fit the usual script, and you want a space where you don’t have to filter yourself.
Maybe your relationship looks fine from the outside, but underneath it feels disconnected, reactive or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to shift. Maybe you’re navigating trauma, identity, intimacy, communication, trust, non-monogamy, kink, or relationship dynamics that don’t fit the usual script, and you want a space where you don’t have to filter yourself.
I use mindfulness based cognitive behaviour therapy and have also found it hugely beneficial to tap into our somatic self - so my sessions are a blend of talk, somatic practice (learning more about your nervous system and ways to regulate in a way that is helpful to you) and learning new skills and strategies to increase capacity to manage life stressors.
It is an honour working with people to support, educate and assist with life struggles and journeys. I have a holistic and trauma informed focus - and extensive experience in the treatment of anxiety, depression, personality disorders, PTSD, complex trauma and drugs & alcohol concerns. And enjoy working with parenting, relationship, and grief & loss issues; as well as life adjustment and transitions. I engage with a warm, person centered, strengths and mindfulness-based perspective.
I use mindfulness based cognitive behaviour therapy and have also found it hugely beneficial to tap into our somatic self - so my sessions are a blend of talk, somatic practice (learning more about your nervous system and ways to regulate in a way that is helpful to you) and learning new skills and strategies to increase capacity to manage life stressors.
It is an honour working with people to support, educate and assist with life struggles and journeys. I have a holistic and trauma informed focus - and extensive experience in the treatment of anxiety, depression, personality disorders, PTSD, complex trauma and drugs & alcohol concerns. And enjoy working with parenting, relationship, and grief & loss issues; as well as life adjustment and transitions. I engage with a warm, person centered, strengths and mindfulness-based perspective.
In 35yrs I've trained in various therapies - top down (CBT, ACT, SFBT, MI) and bottom up (EMDR, somatic, MBSR).
In over 30 years practice experience & ongoing professional development; I have had the privilege of working with children, young people and adults whose engagement, potential and enjoyment in education, employment, social recreational & family contexts has been compromised through challenging acute (short) or chronic (long term) experiences – affecting their mental health and overall wellbeing. Through an integrative therapeutic model we have many positive, wonderful, inspiring and occasionally surprising outcomes; with felt and observable progress - often from our very first session.
In 35yrs I've trained in various therapies - top down (CBT, ACT, SFBT, MI) and bottom up (EMDR, somatic, MBSR).
In over 30 years practice experience & ongoing professional development; I have had the privilege of working with children, young people and adults whose engagement, potential and enjoyment in education, employment, social recreational & family contexts has been compromised through challenging acute (short) or chronic (long term) experiences – affecting their mental health and overall wellbeing. Through an integrative therapeutic model we have many positive, wonderful, inspiring and occasionally surprising outcomes; with felt and observable progress - often from our very first session.
EMDR Intensive Therapy Service designed for people seeking faster relief from trauma symptoms. EMDR is further suitable for people diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), generalized anxiety, phobia's, panic attacks, depression and more. Our EMDR Intensive Therapy is tailored for individuals with busy schedules, and will be provided online, or visit us for a week in beautiful Far North Queensland, Port Douglas and Cairns.
EMDR Intensive Therapy Service designed for people seeking faster relief from trauma symptoms. EMDR is further suitable for people diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), generalized anxiety, phobia's, panic attacks, depression and more. Our EMDR Intensive Therapy is tailored for individuals with busy schedules, and will be provided online, or visit us for a week in beautiful Far North Queensland, Port Douglas and Cairns.
Alongside evidence-based therapy, I incorporate somatic practices - supporting you to better understand your nervous system and build practical strategies for lasting change.
Whether you’re navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, or a meaningful life transition, this is a place where you can slow down, feel understood, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
Alongside evidence-based therapy, I incorporate somatic practices - supporting you to better understand your nervous system and build practical strategies for lasting change.
Whether you’re navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, or a meaningful life transition, this is a place where you can slow down, feel understood, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
I am a Psychologist, Accredited EMDR therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist with over 20 years of extensive clinical experience working in various settings with young adolescents and adults. I believe that each and every one of us have the ability and potential to make healthy changes in our lives, and my goal is to work collaboratively with you to achieve this, to empower you to make these changes and to live a fulfilling, meaningful and joyous life.
I am a Psychologist, Accredited EMDR therapist and Clinical Hypnotherapist with over 20 years of extensive clinical experience working in various settings with young adolescents and adults. I believe that each and every one of us have the ability and potential to make healthy changes in our lives, and my goal is to work collaboratively with you to achieve this, to empower you to make these changes and to live a fulfilling, meaningful and joyous life.
Thinking about therapy and not sure where to start? You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of what’s next. Maybe you and your partner are going through a rough patch, you're a teen trying to make sense of anxiety or life transitions, or an adult feeling burnt out or low in confidence. You’re looking for clarity, connection, and real strategies that help. You want a space where you can talk things through without judgment and begin to feel more in control, more understood, and more like yourself again. With Grace Therapy is here to help! We have a team of experienced therapists ready to work with you.
Thinking about therapy and not sure where to start? You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of what’s next. Maybe you and your partner are going through a rough patch, you're a teen trying to make sense of anxiety or life transitions, or an adult feeling burnt out or low in confidence. You’re looking for clarity, connection, and real strategies that help. You want a space where you can talk things through without judgment and begin to feel more in control, more understood, and more like yourself again. With Grace Therapy is here to help! We have a team of experienced therapists ready to work with you.
I draw on a blend of ACT, CBT, DBT, and Somatic Therapy, tailoring my approach to what works best for you.
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.
I draw on a blend of ACT, CBT, DBT, and Somatic Therapy, tailoring my approach to what works best for you.
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.
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- Mooloolaba
- Nambour
- Peregian Beach
- Sippy Downs
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.