Emotionally Focused Counselling in Port Douglas, QLD

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As a qualified and incredibly dedicated trauma informed counsellor, I work with adults (18+) to support your mental and emotional health. Whether it be ongoing mental health struggles, or challenging life circumstances - it’s my absolute pleasure to help you navigate whatever turbulence you may be facing, guiding you toward better days ahead. For short or long term support, I can help you in many areas including: - Depression - Anxiety - Stress - Self esteem - Grief and loss support - Relationship support - Alcohol and other drugs - Life and career guidance - Conflict resolution, boundaries and assertiveness & more!
As a qualified and incredibly dedicated trauma informed counsellor, I work with adults (18+) to support your mental and emotional health. Whether it be ongoing mental health struggles, or challenging life circumstances - it’s my absolute pleasure to help you navigate whatever turbulence you may be facing, guiding you toward better days ahead. For short or long term support, I can help you in many areas including: - Depression - Anxiety - Stress - Self esteem - Grief and loss support - Relationship support - Alcohol and other drugs - Life and career guidance - Conflict resolution, boundaries and assertiveness & more!
(08) 6629 4246 View (08) 6629 4246
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Dr Tania Rix
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Clinical Psychology Service offering a broad range of options for adult clients: Assessment and intervention includes but not limited to: anxiety (panic, phobias, obsessive compulsive problems, generalised anxiety), PTSD and complex / childhood trauma, depression, grief and loss, adjustment to life change, medical and long-term illness, pain, end of life, identity change - including gender identity transition.
Clinical Psychology Service offering a broad range of options for adult clients: Assessment and intervention includes but not limited to: anxiety (panic, phobias, obsessive compulsive problems, generalised anxiety), PTSD and complex / childhood trauma, depression, grief and loss, adjustment to life change, medical and long-term illness, pain, end of life, identity change - including gender identity transition.
(07) 4079 0465 View (07) 4079 0465

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Sherine Badawy
Counsellor
Serves Area
I draw on various modalities and methods such as internal family systems, IMAGO, Gottman method, Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Sherine Badawy offers 21 years of experience in supporting couples and individuals to build fulfilling and authentic relationships. Her services are available Australia-wide via Zoom, providing flexibility and accessibility. Sherine uses a neurodiversity and LGBTQ2S+-affirming approach. supporting those navigating communication challenges, emotional disconnection, and life transitions while ensuring a safe and inclusive space for all clients.
I draw on various modalities and methods such as internal family systems, IMAGO, Gottman method, Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Sherine Badawy offers 21 years of experience in supporting couples and individuals to build fulfilling and authentic relationships. Her services are available Australia-wide via Zoom, providing flexibility and accessibility. Sherine uses a neurodiversity and LGBTQ2S+-affirming approach. supporting those navigating communication challenges, emotional disconnection, and life transitions while ensuring a safe and inclusive space for all clients.
(08) 7008 9224 View (08) 7008 9224
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Advaitha Sriramaneni
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Smithfield, QLD 4878
I frequently use Emotion-Focused Therapy ( EFT) in my practice.
I’m an experienced mental health counsellor dedicated to helping individuals of all ages overcome mental health challenges. With a Master’s degree in Counselling, Mental Health, and Rehabilitation, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology (Honours), I bring a solid educational foundation to my practice. I specialise in supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief, and trauma, and I am equipped to help those navigating racial/ethnic identity crises, alcohol and drug dependency, school or work-related stress, and relationship difficulties.
I frequently use Emotion-Focused Therapy ( EFT) in my practice.
I’m an experienced mental health counsellor dedicated to helping individuals of all ages overcome mental health challenges. With a Master’s degree in Counselling, Mental Health, and Rehabilitation, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology (Honours), I bring a solid educational foundation to my practice. I specialise in supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief, and trauma, and I am equipped to help those navigating racial/ethnic identity crises, alcohol and drug dependency, school or work-related stress, and relationship difficulties.
(03) 7302 2470 View (03) 7302 2470
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Kasia Gordon
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Org. Psych.
Online Only
With a career spanning 15+years, she has also completed formal training in a range of additional therapeutic modalities (i.e. EFT-C, CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, etc.).
Kasia builds authentic, compassionate and respectful connections with her clients and couples to best understand their unique needs, hesitations and desired treatment outcomes. Kasia adopts a tailored, solutions-focused approach to marital and relationship counselling and she has an astute ability to attune to a relationships' core needs. With a focus on harnessing the power of human attachment and connection within relationships, she welcomes each and every relationship with openness, acceptance and non-judgement. Kasia is deeply committed to ensuring that clients in her care receive a high-quality therapy experience.
With a career spanning 15+years, she has also completed formal training in a range of additional therapeutic modalities (i.e. EFT-C, CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, etc.).
Kasia builds authentic, compassionate and respectful connections with her clients and couples to best understand their unique needs, hesitations and desired treatment outcomes. Kasia adopts a tailored, solutions-focused approach to marital and relationship counselling and she has an astute ability to attune to a relationships' core needs. With a focus on harnessing the power of human attachment and connection within relationships, she welcomes each and every relationship with openness, acceptance and non-judgement. Kasia is deeply committed to ensuring that clients in her care receive a high-quality therapy experience.
(07) 2100 4446 View (07) 2100 4446
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Wendy Rosa Bas
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Online Only
As a counsellor using an Emotionally Focused Therapy approach, we will dive into the emotions driving your relationship struggles and create a safe space for both partners to feel heard.
Looking for support with your intimate relationship(s), especially if things aren't going smoothly? As a counsellor specializing in alternative relationship styles (ethical non-monogamy, open relationships, polyamory, and kink dynamics) I can help you navigate the complexities of your relationship(s). As a queer, pansexual, and polyamorous person (she/her) living an ENM lifestyle, I truly understand where you're coming from.
As a counsellor using an Emotionally Focused Therapy approach, we will dive into the emotions driving your relationship struggles and create a safe space for both partners to feel heard.
Looking for support with your intimate relationship(s), especially if things aren't going smoothly? As a counsellor specializing in alternative relationship styles (ethical non-monogamy, open relationships, polyamory, and kink dynamics) I can help you navigate the complexities of your relationship(s). As a queer, pansexual, and polyamorous person (she/her) living an ENM lifestyle, I truly understand where you're coming from.
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Deep Listening Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I offer couples sessions and individual sessions. I support women and men who are grappling with intimacy and relationship issues. I work with women who are moving through life transitions including breakups, spiritual crises, grief (including from miscarriage and pregnancy loss) and anxiety and depression. I work with men who are wanting to deepen emotional expression and relieve stress/anxiety.
I offer couples sessions and individual sessions. I support women and men who are grappling with intimacy and relationship issues. I work with women who are moving through life transitions including breakups, spiritual crises, grief (including from miscarriage and pregnancy loss) and anxiety and depression. I work with men who are wanting to deepen emotional expression and relieve stress/anxiety.
(02) 5602 6924 View (02) 5602 6924
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Karen Ann Maitland
Counsellor
Cairns City, QLD 4870
I offer a trauma informed, strength based and positive psychological approach to supporting change and developing strategies to manage issues for Trauma, PTSD, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Emotional Development and Social Learning. We can work together to manage your problems in a caring and empathic space. Do you need relief from troubling emotions or repeated cycles. Are you going through a time of loss or overwhelm. Are there stuck emotions which you would like to rid yourself of. I can help. I offer many modalities and ways of working to find a way to break through and bring you to a greater state of peace.
I offer a trauma informed, strength based and positive psychological approach to supporting change and developing strategies to manage issues for Trauma, PTSD, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Emotional Development and Social Learning. We can work together to manage your problems in a caring and empathic space. Do you need relief from troubling emotions or repeated cycles. Are you going through a time of loss or overwhelm. Are there stuck emotions which you would like to rid yourself of. I can help. I offer many modalities and ways of working to find a way to break through and bring you to a greater state of peace.
(07) 4082 7291 View (07) 4082 7291
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possibilities
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Cairns City, QLD 4870
Are you feeling lost? Unhappy? Do you feel life is hard to bear? Are you overwhelmed by stressful situations? Do you experience problems in your relationship and need professional help? Are you looking for a kind and compassionate counsellor to help you to overcome challenges and live your life as fully as possible? I provide that safe, confidential and supportive space with a client-centred collaborative approach to explore your possibilites as an individual or as a couple.
Are you feeling lost? Unhappy? Do you feel life is hard to bear? Are you overwhelmed by stressful situations? Do you experience problems in your relationship and need professional help? Are you looking for a kind and compassionate counsellor to help you to overcome challenges and live your life as fully as possible? I provide that safe, confidential and supportive space with a client-centred collaborative approach to explore your possibilites as an individual or as a couple.
(07) 4058 8892 View (07) 4058 8892
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Carla's Realignments and Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L1
1 Endorsed
Online Only
For Telehealth Counselling skilled in Relationship, Family, Pregnancy, Post-Natal, Breastfeeding, Menopause, Grief, Trauma, Dementia and ADHD, ASD, ODD Support. Registered with ACA for the benefit of NDIS participants.
For Telehealth Counselling skilled in Relationship, Family, Pregnancy, Post-Natal, Breastfeeding, Menopause, Grief, Trauma, Dementia and ADHD, ASD, ODD Support. Registered with ACA for the benefit of NDIS participants.
(08) 9473 6342 View (08) 9473 6342
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Elizabeth Theiler
Psychologist, MA, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Serves Area
I offer above all my intentional+ deep listening to your conscious/ unconscious concerns. I specialise in tailoring individually suitable therapies. I wish to assist you to open spaces, that can allow reflection and creation towards new internal+ external potentialities+ futurities, unique only to you. I am a Registered Psychologist and Psychoanalyst (Badiou/Lacan), Phd (abd level) with 50 years of expertise. I can practice in English, German or French. I am available on line, by Skype/Zoom (from anywhere in the world) + in person (at my office), by phone (Australia), for home visits (10km radius) for short and longterm therapies.
I offer above all my intentional+ deep listening to your conscious/ unconscious concerns. I specialise in tailoring individually suitable therapies. I wish to assist you to open spaces, that can allow reflection and creation towards new internal+ external potentialities+ futurities, unique only to you. I am a Registered Psychologist and Psychoanalyst (Badiou/Lacan), Phd (abd level) with 50 years of expertise. I can practice in English, German or French. I am available on line, by Skype/Zoom (from anywhere in the world) + in person (at my office), by phone (Australia), for home visits (10km radius) for short and longterm therapies.
(07) 3186 9444 View (07) 3186 9444
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Biannka Brannigan
Psychotherapist, MPsych, PACFA
Kuranda, QLD 4881
If you are here, there is something in your life that isn't quite as easeful as you would like... Maybe you're really struggling and can't quite understand why...Maybe it's how you feel within yourself? Or maybe your relationship feels really hard and you can't seem to work together...or maybe you're on the brink of separation.
If you are here, there is something in your life that isn't quite as easeful as you would like... Maybe you're really struggling and can't quite understand why...Maybe it's how you feel within yourself? Or maybe your relationship feels really hard and you can't seem to work together...or maybe you're on the brink of separation.
(07) 4065 8937 View (07) 4065 8937
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Heal & Transform: Psychotherapy by Sophie Birgan
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Effective and profound therapy is safe, interpersonal, and restorative. It is a way to connect the dots finally. It reveals what has been missing, what's been kept secret, or what the unconscious mind has repressed. It allows a person to see what's been absent, understand the inner self better, and restructure their thinking around the narrative so that a paradigm shift is felt.
Effective and profound therapy is safe, interpersonal, and restorative. It is a way to connect the dots finally. It reveals what has been missing, what's been kept secret, or what the unconscious mind has repressed. It allows a person to see what's been absent, understand the inner self better, and restructure their thinking around the narrative so that a paradigm shift is felt.
(07) 4839 7634 View (07) 4839 7634
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Jess Yeh
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Jessica is a dedicated, professional, and passionate registered psychologist with more than 5 years of experience in providing culturally aware and evidence-based interventions within both private and public sectors. Jessica takes a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach to each client. She takes immense pride in treating all clients fairly with mutual respect and understanding regardless of cultural, religious, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds. Jessica has a strong passion in working with couples, families, adolescents, LGBTQI+, and culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) individuals.
Jessica is a dedicated, professional, and passionate registered psychologist with more than 5 years of experience in providing culturally aware and evidence-based interventions within both private and public sectors. Jessica takes a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach to each client. She takes immense pride in treating all clients fairly with mutual respect and understanding regardless of cultural, religious, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds. Jessica has a strong passion in working with couples, families, adolescents, LGBTQI+, and culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) individuals.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
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Restore Counselling Services
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Serves Area
Sometimes life is just hard and sometimes we need to talk it through with someone who will be non judgemental nor have their own agenda in mind. Sometimes we just need some guidance and direction. This is where I can help. Whether you are suffering from loss, depression, anxiety, fear, relationship issues, I can help.
Sometimes life is just hard and sometimes we need to talk it through with someone who will be non judgemental nor have their own agenda in mind. Sometimes we just need some guidance and direction. This is where I can help. Whether you are suffering from loss, depression, anxiety, fear, relationship issues, I can help.
0400 095 295 View 0400 095 295
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Kelly Luisa Bagshaw
Counsellor, MSc, ACA-L3
Serves Area
I’m not your everyday therapist. I help people break free from old patterns, reconnect with themselves, and create real change. My approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy—I blend psychotherapy with somatic and alternative methods to get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck. Whether you’re navigating a relationship breakdown, stuck in old patterns, or searching for a stronger sense of self, this work goes beyond talking—it’s about feeling, shifting, and truly changing. If you’re ready to break free from what’s been holding you back, let’s dive in.
I’m not your everyday therapist. I help people break free from old patterns, reconnect with themselves, and create real change. My approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy—I blend psychotherapy with somatic and alternative methods to get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck. Whether you’re navigating a relationship breakdown, stuck in old patterns, or searching for a stronger sense of self, this work goes beyond talking—it’s about feeling, shifting, and truly changing. If you’re ready to break free from what’s been holding you back, let’s dive in.
(07) 3608 1765 View (07) 3608 1765
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Ian Carpenter Counselling and Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
When dysregulated, the human body is a complex system that can move into either a state of chaos or frigidity. Trauma can increase neural network inflammation, resulting in the immune system being dysregulated. Co-concurring conditions may include psychological problems such as depression, anger, and anxiety and physical health concerns such as cardiac conditions, digestion, and obesity. The purpose of this practice is to provide a research based approach based on current advances in Neuro Science such as Interpersonal Neurobiology and and how the Autonomic Nervous system is affected.
When dysregulated, the human body is a complex system that can move into either a state of chaos or frigidity. Trauma can increase neural network inflammation, resulting in the immune system being dysregulated. Co-concurring conditions may include psychological problems such as depression, anger, and anxiety and physical health concerns such as cardiac conditions, digestion, and obesity. The purpose of this practice is to provide a research based approach based on current advances in Neuro Science such as Interpersonal Neurobiology and and how the Autonomic Nervous system is affected.
(07) 4351 9982 View (07) 4351 9982
At Cramli Psychological and Behavioural Services (CPBS) we offer therapeutic and evidence based interventions specifically for parents, children, teenagers, adults and their families, where emotional, behavioural and developmental concerns are present. CPBS focuses on providing strategies to assist with reducing symptoms of mental health, increasing emotional intelligence, emotional regulation and building an understanding of their triggers and early warning signs.
At Cramli Psychological and Behavioural Services (CPBS) we offer therapeutic and evidence based interventions specifically for parents, children, teenagers, adults and their families, where emotional, behavioural and developmental concerns are present. CPBS focuses on providing strategies to assist with reducing symptoms of mental health, increasing emotional intelligence, emotional regulation and building an understanding of their triggers and early warning signs.
(03) 5726 4706 View (03) 5726 4706
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Sioban Laffey - Women's A D H D
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
Women's ADHD Specialist - who also has ADHD! Currently Taking New Clients. Hi, I’m a psychologist with 20 years of experience, and offer ADHD assessment, treatment, and one-off strategy sessions. If you’re experiencing ADHD symptoms like overwhelm, impulsivity, time blindness, rejection sensitivity (RSD), executive function challenges, or burnout, I can help. Many women wonder, “Do I have ADHD?”, or "Should I do therapy or ADHD medication?". I provide ADHD tests and information to help you find your answers. I blend modern research and ancient wisdom in a holistic approach. Book a session or free 20-min Connection Call today.
Women's ADHD Specialist - who also has ADHD! Currently Taking New Clients. Hi, I’m a psychologist with 20 years of experience, and offer ADHD assessment, treatment, and one-off strategy sessions. If you’re experiencing ADHD symptoms like overwhelm, impulsivity, time blindness, rejection sensitivity (RSD), executive function challenges, or burnout, I can help. Many women wonder, “Do I have ADHD?”, or "Should I do therapy or ADHD medication?". I provide ADHD tests and information to help you find your answers. I blend modern research and ancient wisdom in a holistic approach. Book a session or free 20-min Connection Call today.
0415 257 155 View 0415 257 155
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Kirsten Cottone
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I help women find clarity, confidence and contentment. Many of us are just chugging along, trying to live up to the glossy version of how our lives 'should' be. Yet you deserve to be brimming with excitement about every new day ahead! If you're finding yourself stuck in a rut, at a cross-roads, anxious, overwhelmed, having relationship issues, lacking confidence, questioning your career or anything else that is having a negative impact on your life, I can help. Let's work together to create the life you want to live.
I help women find clarity, confidence and contentment. Many of us are just chugging along, trying to live up to the glossy version of how our lives 'should' be. Yet you deserve to be brimming with excitement about every new day ahead! If you're finding yourself stuck in a rut, at a cross-roads, anxious, overwhelmed, having relationship issues, lacking confidence, questioning your career or anything else that is having a negative impact on your life, I can help. Let's work together to create the life you want to live.
(07) 4085 9097 View (07) 4085 9097
Emotionally Focused Counsellors

Who is emotionally focused therapy for?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?

People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?

Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?

EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.