Addiction Counselling in South East Queensland, QLD
My work has given me extensive experience with anxiety and depression, recovery from substance and non- substance addictions, PTSD, cPTSD.
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.
My work has given me extensive experience with anxiety and depression, recovery from substance and non- substance addictions, PTSD, cPTSD.
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.
Gregg Palmer
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nerang, QLD 4211 (Online Only)
I have special expertise with the following but if your issue is not listed below please contact me to discuss if I can help: Addiction / Anger Management / Relationship Issues / Work Related Issues / Acute Stress and/or Anxiety / Sexuality and Sexual Issues / Identity Issues / Bereavement and Loss / Depression / Spirituality And Meditation / Lack Of Confid.
I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist with an extensive knowledge of working with adults undergoing stress, trauma and crises. I work within a leading edge relational, embodied and psychospiritual context, primarily focused on the unconscious informed by transference and countertransference dynamics. I specialise in working with deep trauma and am skilled at tolerating difficult states, such as profound despair, that, for example, intense self hatred can lead us to. When we lose our own value and meaning in life we can spiral into a black hole.
I have special expertise with the following but if your issue is not listed below please contact me to discuss if I can help: Addiction / Anger Management / Relationship Issues / Work Related Issues / Acute Stress and/or Anxiety / Sexuality and Sexual Issues / Identity Issues / Bereavement and Loss / Depression / Spirituality And Meditation / Lack Of Confid.
I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist with an extensive knowledge of working with adults undergoing stress, trauma and crises. I work within a leading edge relational, embodied and psychospiritual context, primarily focused on the unconscious informed by transference and countertransference dynamics. I specialise in working with deep trauma and am skilled at tolerating difficult states, such as profound despair, that, for example, intense self hatred can lead us to. When we lose our own value and meaning in life we can spiral into a black hole.
Hi there, I'm Jana, a registered Psychotherapist/Counsellor with a B.Couns. and M.A.C.A. level 4 certification. My practice focuses on supporting young adults, adults, and couples, offering support for various issues including Trauma Counselling, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, Self Harm and Relationship issues.
Hi there, I'm Jana, a registered Psychotherapist/Counsellor with a B.Couns. and M.A.C.A. level 4 certification. My practice focuses on supporting young adults, adults, and couples, offering support for various issues including Trauma Counselling, Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, Self Harm and Relationship issues.
Matt also works part time at a long term addiction retreat.
20 years experience as psychologist. Clinic located at Flaxton (near Montville). Want to try something different from the usual talk therapy. I still do that as well, but I also work with your unconscious mind to assist with new habit development and to let go of past learnt behaviours. Specialize in Gambling Addiction and Alcohol Addiction. The ability to understand your own story and being able to share that with others in whatever form that takes is what I consider to be aligned to the path of finding your true purpose.
Matt also works part time at a long term addiction retreat.
20 years experience as psychologist. Clinic located at Flaxton (near Montville). Want to try something different from the usual talk therapy. I still do that as well, but I also work with your unconscious mind to assist with new habit development and to let go of past learnt behaviours. Specialize in Gambling Addiction and Alcohol Addiction. The ability to understand your own story and being able to share that with others in whatever form that takes is what I consider to be aligned to the path of finding your true purpose.
Nicholas Andrew
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Coolum Beach, QLD 4573 (Online Only)
Instead of just trying to change your thinking, I help you understand issues like anxiety, depression and addiction, and where they come from.
Do you feel like you’re stuck and struggling to move forward? You’re not alone. The people who come to see me are often weighed down by difficult past experiences, unprocessed trauma, unhealthy relationships, addictive coping behaviours, anxiety and a feeling of disconnection from themselves and others.
Instead of just trying to change your thinking, I help you understand issues like anxiety, depression and addiction, and where they come from.
Do you feel like you’re stuck and struggling to move forward? You’re not alone. The people who come to see me are often weighed down by difficult past experiences, unprocessed trauma, unhealthy relationships, addictive coping behaviours, anxiety and a feeling of disconnection from themselves and others.
YourSpace Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beaudesert, QLD 4285 (Online Only)
We are Queensland based registered telehealth psychologists with a wealth of experience and training in psychological/psychometric assessments, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) intervention, Counselling, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Informed Care, and Attachment-Based Therapy. We work with all ages and specialize in the areas of anxiety, depression, substance use, work-related problems, concerns relating to relationships and criminal justice.
We are Queensland based registered telehealth psychologists with a wealth of experience and training in psychological/psychometric assessments, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) intervention, Counselling, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Informed Care, and Attachment-Based Therapy. We work with all ages and specialize in the areas of anxiety, depression, substance use, work-related problems, concerns relating to relationships and criminal justice.
Sidney Mandis
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Sport Psych.
Verified Verified
Surfers Paradise, QLD 4217 (Online Only)
I'm a registered psychologist who works holistically with individuals and athletes presenting with various difficulties in life such as: anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, sexual trauma, addiction, stress, burnout, low self-esteem, body image issues, anger management, relationship issues, ASD, injury rehabilitation, sports performance, motivation, confidence.
I'm a registered psychologist who works holistically with individuals and athletes presenting with various difficulties in life such as: anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, sexual trauma, addiction, stress, burnout, low self-esteem, body image issues, anger management, relationship issues, ASD, injury rehabilitation, sports performance, motivation, confidence.
My areas of interest include attachment issues, anxiety, low mood, difficulties with emotion regulation, relationship issues, substance abuse, as well as men's mental health.
Greetings and a warm welcome to you! My name is Lee Hughes and I offer a personalised, evidence-based psychological services grounded in compassion and understanding. If you're navigating through emotional turbulence, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, or wrestling with relationship issues, you've already demonstrated courage by considering professional help. Perhaps you're also seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, looking to enrich your relationships, or aspiring to steer your life in a more fulfilling direction. Regardless of your specific concerns, you've taken an important and brave step by seeking assistance.
My areas of interest include attachment issues, anxiety, low mood, difficulties with emotion regulation, relationship issues, substance abuse, as well as men's mental health.
Greetings and a warm welcome to you! My name is Lee Hughes and I offer a personalised, evidence-based psychological services grounded in compassion and understanding. If you're navigating through emotional turbulence, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or depression, or wrestling with relationship issues, you've already demonstrated courage by considering professional help. Perhaps you're also seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, looking to enrich your relationships, or aspiring to steer your life in a more fulfilling direction. Regardless of your specific concerns, you've taken an important and brave step by seeking assistance.
Our psychologists are experienced in a range of mental health and life adjustment concerns including but not limited to depression, Bipolar disorder, anxiety, OCD, trauma, abuse, BPD, school or workplace difficulties, addiction, ADHD, ASD, disability, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, LGBTQIA+, gender diversity, perinatal concerns, parenting, etc.
Mind on Health is a private mental health service. We have clinics in Oxenford and Parkwood, offering psychological and counselling services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. We provide caring and sensitive, evidence-based therapy, treatment and counselling with clinicians who have a wide range of experience in mental health and well-being concerns. We also offer comprehensive assessments for children and adults including Learning Assessments (WISC, WIAT, ABAS), Cognitive Assessments (WISC, WAIS, ABAS), ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder Assessments, and Personality Assessments.
Our psychologists are experienced in a range of mental health and life adjustment concerns including but not limited to depression, Bipolar disorder, anxiety, OCD, trauma, abuse, BPD, school or workplace difficulties, addiction, ADHD, ASD, disability, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, LGBTQIA+, gender diversity, perinatal concerns, parenting, etc.
Mind on Health is a private mental health service. We have clinics in Oxenford and Parkwood, offering psychological and counselling services to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. We provide caring and sensitive, evidence-based therapy, treatment and counselling with clinicians who have a wide range of experience in mental health and well-being concerns. We also offer comprehensive assessments for children and adults including Learning Assessments (WISC, WIAT, ABAS), Cognitive Assessments (WISC, WAIS, ABAS), ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder Assessments, and Personality Assessments.
I am an experienced, holistic minded and professional counsellor implementing effective person-centred practices and working from an ethical framework meeting confidentiality, privacy and quality standards with insurance and ACA registration. I am skilled, empathetic and passionate with experience and an understanding of addiction, trauma, BPD, relationship and family issues to name a few.
I am an experienced, holistic minded and professional counsellor implementing effective person-centred practices and working from an ethical framework meeting confidentiality, privacy and quality standards with insurance and ACA registration. I am skilled, empathetic and passionate with experience and an understanding of addiction, trauma, BPD, relationship and family issues to name a few.
I work with adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and attentional issues. My forte is empowering clients to access their own inner resources and strengths so they can return to health and well being.
I work with adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and attentional issues. My forte is empowering clients to access their own inner resources and strengths so they can return to health and well being.
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Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Elanora, QLD 4221 (Online Only)
As a neuroaffirming clinician I take a client centred and strengths approach, respecting your unique neurotype and what works best for you! What might we talk about in therapy? Almost anything! Perhaps it's stress, anxiety or depression, your neurodivergent identity (ADHD/Autism), the assessment process (I conduct ADHD/Autism assessments and can provide post diagnosis support/coaching), the executive functions of the brain or substance use difficulties. Or maybe its parent support (raising neurodivergent children), strategies for time management, procrastination, emotion regulation or values identification...the list goes on!
As a neuroaffirming clinician I take a client centred and strengths approach, respecting your unique neurotype and what works best for you! What might we talk about in therapy? Almost anything! Perhaps it's stress, anxiety or depression, your neurodivergent identity (ADHD/Autism), the assessment process (I conduct ADHD/Autism assessments and can provide post diagnosis support/coaching), the executive functions of the brain or substance use difficulties. Or maybe its parent support (raising neurodivergent children), strategies for time management, procrastination, emotion regulation or values identification...the list goes on!
The Issues I can assist you with include: anxiety, depression and stress, trauma, grief and loss, lifestage transitions, parenting, substance addictions, neurodiversity, family and relationship difficulties .
I am a warm and experienced psychologist working with adults across the lifespan to address a broad range of issues. I bring deep respect and awareness to how each person's story, needs and circumstances are different. I draw from my decades of experience and professional training across a wide range of therapeutic modalities. My work is guided by a strong systemic approach: seeing all parts of a person, as well as the layers of relationships, family, work, culture and society that have and continue to influence and shape us. My approach ensures that each person I work with receives support tailored specifically for them.
The Issues I can assist you with include: anxiety, depression and stress, trauma, grief and loss, lifestage transitions, parenting, substance addictions, neurodiversity, family and relationship difficulties .
I am a warm and experienced psychologist working with adults across the lifespan to address a broad range of issues. I bring deep respect and awareness to how each person's story, needs and circumstances are different. I draw from my decades of experience and professional training across a wide range of therapeutic modalities. My work is guided by a strong systemic approach: seeing all parts of a person, as well as the layers of relationships, family, work, culture and society that have and continue to influence and shape us. My approach ensures that each person I work with receives support tailored specifically for them.
David is experienced working psychotherapeutically in the areas of: Mood and anxiety disorders, Phobias, Substance use and addiction, Obsessions and/or compulsions, Adult autism spectrum disorder, Trauma, Persistent pain, Physical/medical health issues, Schizophrenia and bipolar affective disorder, Grief and loss, and Psychological assessment and reporting.
I am humbled and privileged to accompany clients on a journey through private perceptions, memories, thoughts, beliefs, hopes, dreams, and fears while we work together on building understanding, resilience, and resourcefulness in the private storm of their internal lives. Mental health struggles are mostly invisible, and the visible parts are rarely consistent with the internal struggle. Clinical & General Psychology - Member of the Australian Psychological Society & Fellow of the College of Clinical Psychology- NDIS Registered- Complex Mental Health Presentations-Availability.
David is experienced working psychotherapeutically in the areas of: Mood and anxiety disorders, Phobias, Substance use and addiction, Obsessions and/or compulsions, Adult autism spectrum disorder, Trauma, Persistent pain, Physical/medical health issues, Schizophrenia and bipolar affective disorder, Grief and loss, and Psychological assessment and reporting.
I am humbled and privileged to accompany clients on a journey through private perceptions, memories, thoughts, beliefs, hopes, dreams, and fears while we work together on building understanding, resilience, and resourcefulness in the private storm of their internal lives. Mental health struggles are mostly invisible, and the visible parts are rarely consistent with the internal struggle. Clinical & General Psychology - Member of the Australian Psychological Society & Fellow of the College of Clinical Psychology- NDIS Registered- Complex Mental Health Presentations-Availability.
Madeline has a passion for supporting the emotional and psychological wellbeing of children, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families, providing treatment of many issues, but in particular, focusing on developmental and personality disorders, trauma, substance use, issues with mood, anxiety, behaviour problems, parenting support, perinatal and women.
Madeline is a registered Psychologist with a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology. Madeline uses a collaborative, client-centered approach, actively utilising client feedback to inform treatment and improve therapy outcomes. Madeline strives to create a safe, welcoming environment where clients feel heard and valued. Madeline practices from a stance of cultural humility and is proud to be an LGBTQIA+ affirmative clinician.
Madeline has a passion for supporting the emotional and psychological wellbeing of children, adolescents, young adults, couples, and families, providing treatment of many issues, but in particular, focusing on developmental and personality disorders, trauma, substance use, issues with mood, anxiety, behaviour problems, parenting support, perinatal and women.
Madeline is a registered Psychologist with a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology. Madeline uses a collaborative, client-centered approach, actively utilising client feedback to inform treatment and improve therapy outcomes. Madeline strives to create a safe, welcoming environment where clients feel heard and valued. Madeline practices from a stance of cultural humility and is proud to be an LGBTQIA+ affirmative clinician.
Ebonie is a passionate and empathetic registered psychologist who can provide thorough assessment and intervention across all ages. Ebonie's aim is to work collaboratively with you to enhance your mental health and achieve your goals. Ebonie has worked in a wide variety of settings including Psychiatric Hospital, Schools, Industry, Forensic, Private Practice and Primary Health Care Network. Ebonie has a keen interest in helping clients with substance use and addiction. She also work with offenders and can provide forensic court reports.
Ebonie is a passionate and empathetic registered psychologist who can provide thorough assessment and intervention across all ages. Ebonie's aim is to work collaboratively with you to enhance your mental health and achieve your goals. Ebonie has worked in a wide variety of settings including Psychiatric Hospital, Schools, Industry, Forensic, Private Practice and Primary Health Care Network. Ebonie has a keen interest in helping clients with substance use and addiction. She also work with offenders and can provide forensic court reports.
Henrita Oosthuizen
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Buderim, QLD 4556
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked with many clients who struggled with depression, anxiety, addiction, grief and loss, goal settings, and life's difficult relationship challenges.
Life is not always as we imagined it. It can be hard to live life to the fullest. I’m here to help you navigate a fuller, meaningful life in whatever circumstances you might face right now. This might be a difficult season but it is not the end yet. There is always hope.
I have worked with many clients who struggled with depression, anxiety, addiction, grief and loss, goal settings, and life's difficult relationship challenges.
Life is not always as we imagined it. It can be hard to live life to the fullest. I’m here to help you navigate a fuller, meaningful life in whatever circumstances you might face right now. This might be a difficult season but it is not the end yet. There is always hope.
Psych-ed Psychology / Sandy Ogier
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Burleigh Heads, QLD 4220
She has additional expertise in Chronic pain, Gambling Addiction and Carer's resilience.
We offer 100% customised treatment plan, combining specific self-exploration and mindfulness, with the result of feeling less stuck and being able to move forward in life using inner strengths long term. A powerful new psychotherapy based on cutting-edge research into how the human mind works (3rd wave CBT), called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ACT, is used to create a meaningful life (perspectives and values) and skills. It has been clinically proven to be successful in a wide range of psychological problems such as Anxiety, trauma, self/shame, depression, stress, bullying, emotions/anger/grief, sleep, and suicidal thoughts.
She has additional expertise in Chronic pain, Gambling Addiction and Carer's resilience.
We offer 100% customised treatment plan, combining specific self-exploration and mindfulness, with the result of feeling less stuck and being able to move forward in life using inner strengths long term. A powerful new psychotherapy based on cutting-edge research into how the human mind works (3rd wave CBT), called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ACT, is used to create a meaningful life (perspectives and values) and skills. It has been clinically proven to be successful in a wide range of psychological problems such as Anxiety, trauma, self/shame, depression, stress, bullying, emotions/anger/grief, sleep, and suicidal thoughts.
Matthew works from a lived experience perspective, where he aims to support individuals by their shared lived experience. His areas of interest are men's mental health, ADHD, trauma, and substance- use.
Matthew works from a lived experience perspective, where he aims to support individuals by their shared lived experience. His areas of interest are men's mental health, ADHD, trauma, and substance- use.
Welcome….I’ve been a chronic exerciser and competitive marathon runner who had a two-decade-long struggle with food + body. Now I help people worldwide overcome eating disorder recovery, exercise addiction, and have a joyful and effortless relationship with movement and food. I also work with Athletes to manage performance pressures and mental health concerns.
Welcome….I’ve been a chronic exerciser and competitive marathon runner who had a two-decade-long struggle with food + body. Now I help people worldwide overcome eating disorder recovery, exercise addiction, and have a joyful and effortless relationship with movement and food. I also work with Athletes to manage performance pressures and mental health concerns.
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Addiction Counsellors
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.