Divorce Psychologists and Therapists in South East Queensland, QLD
At some point, many people find themselves feeling unsettled or weighed down by life. You may be navigating anxiety, relationship strain, separation, or a significant life change, and noticing that things no longer feel manageable in the way they once did. You might not know exactly what you need yet, only that something needs to change. Perhaps you’re tired of holding it all together alone or repeating patterns that don’t shift. You’re looking for clarity, steadiness, and calm support that helps you feel understood, capable and empowered to move forward in a way that feels right for you.
At some point, many people find themselves feeling unsettled or weighed down by life. You may be navigating anxiety, relationship strain, separation, or a significant life change, and noticing that things no longer feel manageable in the way they once did. You might not know exactly what you need yet, only that something needs to change. Perhaps you’re tired of holding it all together alone or repeating patterns that don’t shift. You’re looking for clarity, steadiness, and calm support that helps you feel understood, capable and empowered to move forward in a way that feels right for you.
Searching for a therapist is like looking for a needle in a haystack. I'm here to help end your search! I'm a warm, caring therapist who helps people recover from trauma, anxiety, attachment, relationship, self-sabotage & self-worth issues.
Clients come to me compassionate, trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming therapy. I take pride in empowering my clients to create real, lasting & positive change in their lives.
Reaching out to a new therapist can feel daunting, but I hope you will take a moment to call or get in touch to see how I can help. I promise to make the process as welcoming and as easy as possible.
Searching for a therapist is like looking for a needle in a haystack. I'm here to help end your search! I'm a warm, caring therapist who helps people recover from trauma, anxiety, attachment, relationship, self-sabotage & self-worth issues.
Clients come to me compassionate, trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming therapy. I take pride in empowering my clients to create real, lasting & positive change in their lives.
Reaching out to a new therapist can feel daunting, but I hope you will take a moment to call or get in touch to see how I can help. I promise to make the process as welcoming and as easy as possible.
I am a trauma informed counsellor with tertiary and post graduate qualifications in Person Centred Counselling, Gestalt Relational Psychotherapy, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, Yoga, Mindfulness, and group facilitation. I am a relational therapist, so my first step is to connect with you to build a safe, compassionate, and authentic relationship. Through this relationship we can gently explore your experiences, uncover your unmet needs, and discover ways to support you towards a more fulfilling life.
I am a trauma informed counsellor with tertiary and post graduate qualifications in Person Centred Counselling, Gestalt Relational Psychotherapy, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, Yoga, Mindfulness, and group facilitation. I am a relational therapist, so my first step is to connect with you to build a safe, compassionate, and authentic relationship. Through this relationship we can gently explore your experiences, uncover your unmet needs, and discover ways to support you towards a more fulfilling life.
I have been practising as a therapist for 20 years, both overseas and in Australia. I specialise in working with clients who are struggling with relationships - these can be romantic, family or work. Singles or couples. I am also a certified Gottman couples therapist and an experienced fertility counsellor.
Working in this area requires expert knowledge and skill, so it is a good idea to choose a therapist who is suitably trained in relationship dynamics. I can provide evidence-based techniques to help you improve and make decisions about the relationships in your life.
I have been practising as a therapist for 20 years, both overseas and in Australia. I specialise in working with clients who are struggling with relationships - these can be romantic, family or work. Singles or couples. I am also a certified Gottman couples therapist and an experienced fertility counsellor.
Working in this area requires expert knowledge and skill, so it is a good idea to choose a therapist who is suitably trained in relationship dynamics. I can provide evidence-based techniques to help you improve and make decisions about the relationships in your life.
The people I speak with may have work or personal issues or a combination of both of these, and symptoms associated with stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ASD/ADHD, BPD, perinatal and sensory processing concerns. The therapeutic goal will be to reduce these symptoms and improve relationships with self, beliefs and others. My ideal client will want to practice active coping skills plus other relevant relationship skills because they desire to connect with a greater sense of safety, security and acceptance.
The people I speak with may have work or personal issues or a combination of both of these, and symptoms associated with stress, anxiety, depression, PTSD, ASD/ADHD, BPD, perinatal and sensory processing concerns. The therapeutic goal will be to reduce these symptoms and improve relationships with self, beliefs and others. My ideal client will want to practice active coping skills plus other relevant relationship skills because they desire to connect with a greater sense of safety, security and acceptance.
I have been working in the fields of family therapy and stress-related disorders and conditions for more than twenty-two years, since being an army chaplain both in the South African and Australian Defence Forces during times of military conflict (I served for extensive periods on the front lines of battle and experienced the horrors of traumatic incidents, death, loss, brokenness, anger and excessive aggression behind retaliation on the front line). Touched by the distress of those around me, I realised that we have to be proactive and therefore intentionally develop sustainable resilience before facing extreme distress!
I have been working in the fields of family therapy and stress-related disorders and conditions for more than twenty-two years, since being an army chaplain both in the South African and Australian Defence Forces during times of military conflict (I served for extensive periods on the front lines of battle and experienced the horrors of traumatic incidents, death, loss, brokenness, anger and excessive aggression behind retaliation on the front line). Touched by the distress of those around me, I realised that we have to be proactive and therefore intentionally develop sustainable resilience before facing extreme distress!
Maybe you've started noticing the same patterns showing up in your relationships, your reactions, or the way you see yourself. You might find yourself shutting down, overthinking, people-pleasing, struggling to trust, choosing the same relationships, or reacting in ways you don't fully understand. You don't need to arrive at therapy with all the answers. I work with individuals and couples who are curious about themselves and ready to understand what's underneath the patterns, process what they've been carrying, and create meaningful change.
Maybe you've started noticing the same patterns showing up in your relationships, your reactions, or the way you see yourself. You might find yourself shutting down, overthinking, people-pleasing, struggling to trust, choosing the same relationships, or reacting in ways you don't fully understand. You don't need to arrive at therapy with all the answers. I work with individuals and couples who are curious about themselves and ready to understand what's underneath the patterns, process what they've been carrying, and create meaningful change.
Are you seeking Schema Therapy so you can explore the lifelong schemas that cause stress at home and work? Schemas such as unrelenting standards, self-sacrifice, emotional deprivation, abandonment and approval-seeking undermine our confidence, our mood and our wellbeing. The clients I see are aware that they have patterns that are not working for them at home, in their relationships and in their family life but don't know how to shift them. Schema Therapy improves the way we relate and 'talk' to ourselves, which creates a ripple effect on our self-esteem, our sense of purpose in life, our core values, and our key relationships.
Are you seeking Schema Therapy so you can explore the lifelong schemas that cause stress at home and work? Schemas such as unrelenting standards, self-sacrifice, emotional deprivation, abandonment and approval-seeking undermine our confidence, our mood and our wellbeing. The clients I see are aware that they have patterns that are not working for them at home, in their relationships and in their family life but don't know how to shift them. Schema Therapy improves the way we relate and 'talk' to ourselves, which creates a ripple effect on our self-esteem, our sense of purpose in life, our core values, and our key relationships.
My ideal client is an adult experiencing anxiety, emotional distress, or feeling unsettled during a life transition. They may be managing work, relationships, or recovery on the surface while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck internally. Many have a history of complex stress, trauma, or mental health challenges and want support that feels grounded, respectful, and non-judgemental. Their goal is to better understand themselves, feel more emotionally steady, and reconnect with their values and sense of agency.
My ideal client is an adult experiencing anxiety, emotional distress, or feeling unsettled during a life transition. They may be managing work, relationships, or recovery on the surface while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck internally. Many have a history of complex stress, trauma, or mental health challenges and want support that feels grounded, respectful, and non-judgemental. Their goal is to better understand themselves, feel more emotionally steady, and reconnect with their values and sense of agency.
I am a Wiradjuri woman, PACFA-registered Clinical Counsellor and Professional Supervisor. I offer culturally safe support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, especially those healing from systemic, intergenerational, ancestral, or race-based trauma, so we can live with pride, confidence, and joy. I also enjoy supporting non-Indigenous clients from all walks of life with issues such as trauma, anxiety, relationships, identity, and life transitions. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and strengths-based, creating a safe, respectful space for healing.
I am a Wiradjuri woman, PACFA-registered Clinical Counsellor and Professional Supervisor. I offer culturally safe support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, especially those healing from systemic, intergenerational, ancestral, or race-based trauma, so we can live with pride, confidence, and joy. I also enjoy supporting non-Indigenous clients from all walks of life with issues such as trauma, anxiety, relationships, identity, and life transitions. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and strengths-based, creating a safe, respectful space for healing.
I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, disconnection, overwhelm, or repeated relational conflict, and who are ready for something deeper than surface-level change.
My approach is calm, relational, and depth-oriented. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, we work by understanding behaviours and the drivers behind them — the patterns, protective strategies, emotions, and unmet needs that shape how you relate to yourself and others. This allows change to happen in a way that feels steady, not forced.
Clients often describe feeling safe, understood, and guided toward meaningful change.
I work with individuals and couples who feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, disconnection, overwhelm, or repeated relational conflict, and who are ready for something deeper than surface-level change.
My approach is calm, relational, and depth-oriented. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, we work by understanding behaviours and the drivers behind them — the patterns, protective strategies, emotions, and unmet needs that shape how you relate to yourself and others. This allows change to happen in a way that feels steady, not forced.
Clients often describe feeling safe, understood, and guided toward meaningful change.
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 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.
Taking the first step to reach out and seek care for your mental health is courageous and admirable and not always easy! It is important then that you feel comfortable with your therapist and confident that you will be able to work with them as you move toward healing and achieving your goals. This may feel like you can voice your struggles and doubts without judgment, as well as feel challenged to explore a deeper understanding of yourself. I am committed to creating a safe, empathic and non-judgmental environment, collaborating with you to explore, understand, and work with your unique needs and therapeutic goals.
Taking the first step to reach out and seek care for your mental health is courageous and admirable and not always easy! It is important then that you feel comfortable with your therapist and confident that you will be able to work with them as you move toward healing and achieving your goals. This may feel like you can voice your struggles and doubts without judgment, as well as feel challenged to explore a deeper understanding of yourself. I am committed to creating a safe, empathic and non-judgmental environment, collaborating with you to explore, understand, and work with your unique needs and therapeutic goals.
He has specialist expertise in working with men and families dealing with relationship conflict, separation and divorce.
Simon Santosha established Men & Family Counselling in 2012, a male-focused counselling service dedicated to supporting men's mental health and family relationships. While the practice specialises in working with men, we also provide tailored support for women, couples, children and families facing life's challenges. Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive space to improve mental wellbeing and build stronger relationships.
Our services include:
- Individual counselling (for men and women)
- Mental health support
- Couple counselling
- Child and Youth counselling
- Family therapy.
He has specialist expertise in working with men and families dealing with relationship conflict, separation and divorce.
Simon Santosha established Men & Family Counselling in 2012, a male-focused counselling service dedicated to supporting men's mental health and family relationships. While the practice specialises in working with men, we also provide tailored support for women, couples, children and families facing life's challenges. Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive space to improve mental wellbeing and build stronger relationships.
Our services include:
- Individual counselling (for men and women)
- Mental health support
- Couple counselling
- Child and Youth counselling
- Family therapy.
Hi I'm Jamie. I graduated from the University of Queensland in 2001 achieving a bachelor of Social Work. I am a well season counsellor and have been supporting and counselling people from all walks life for over 20 years. My number 1 focus through this period was to bring hope and value to the people I work with and continues to be so. My experience is quite broad covering individual couple and family therapy. My experience also has a strong mental health focus including anxiety, depression PTSD and CPTSD. I have learned to listen. To recognise resilience and to support with ever knowledge I have to build or rebuild lives.
Hi I'm Jamie. I graduated from the University of Queensland in 2001 achieving a bachelor of Social Work. I am a well season counsellor and have been supporting and counselling people from all walks life for over 20 years. My number 1 focus through this period was to bring hope and value to the people I work with and continues to be so. My experience is quite broad covering individual couple and family therapy. My experience also has a strong mental health focus including anxiety, depression PTSD and CPTSD. I have learned to listen. To recognise resilience and to support with ever knowledge I have to build or rebuild lives.
Their motivation stems from a deep yearning for a life that aligns with their true essence. A life characterized by authenticity, connection, and purpose. They recognize that embarking on the journey of self-discovery and healing may be challenging, but they are willing to invest the time, effort, and vulnerability required to navigate the complexities of their inner world and emerge stronger and more resilient on the other side. Ultimately, they want to reclaim agency over their lives, cultivate a sense of inner peace and contentment, and embrace the full spectrum of their humanity with courage, compassion, and acceptance.
Their motivation stems from a deep yearning for a life that aligns with their true essence. A life characterized by authenticity, connection, and purpose. They recognize that embarking on the journey of self-discovery and healing may be challenging, but they are willing to invest the time, effort, and vulnerability required to navigate the complexities of their inner world and emerge stronger and more resilient on the other side. Ultimately, they want to reclaim agency over their lives, cultivate a sense of inner peace and contentment, and embrace the full spectrum of their humanity with courage, compassion, and acceptance.
Dedicated and compassionate counsellor with proven expertise in treating clients with diverse mental health challenges. Specialised in therapeutic approaches for complex trauma, PTSD, neurodevelopmental conditions (ADHD, autism), mood disorders, relationship issues, and addiction. Committed to creating safe, empathetic spaces for clients to heal and develop effective coping strategies.
Dedicated and compassionate counsellor with proven expertise in treating clients with diverse mental health challenges. Specialised in therapeutic approaches for complex trauma, PTSD, neurodevelopmental conditions (ADHD, autism), mood disorders, relationship issues, and addiction. Committed to creating safe, empathetic spaces for clients to heal and develop effective coping strategies.
Many of the men I work with are carrying heavy burdens — grief and loss, trauma, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, depression, or a deep sense of losing purpose. They may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, unsure of how to move forward. What they truly want is relief from these struggles, clarity in their direction, and a stronger sense of self so they can live with more balance, confidence, and meaning.
Many of the men I work with are carrying heavy burdens — grief and loss, trauma, PTSD, addiction, anxiety, depression, or a deep sense of losing purpose. They may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, unsure of how to move forward. What they truly want is relief from these struggles, clarity in their direction, and a stronger sense of self so they can live with more balance, confidence, and meaning.
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.
I provide support for individual clients and couples searching for their way through a broad range of issues. Throughout our work together, I aim to assist you in developing a stronger sense of self, improv your well-being, develop more adaptive coping mechanisms, and reconnect you with what matters most to you. My extensive training in relationship enhancement helps me serve individuals to find new ways of relating to their significant others to move away from unhealthy dynamics. At the same time, moving towards relationships that are intimate, flourishing, and nurturing. Strong relationships do not happen by chance.
I provide support for individual clients and couples searching for their way through a broad range of issues. Throughout our work together, I aim to assist you in developing a stronger sense of self, improv your well-being, develop more adaptive coping mechanisms, and reconnect you with what matters most to you. My extensive training in relationship enhancement helps me serve individuals to find new ways of relating to their significant others to move away from unhealthy dynamics. At the same time, moving towards relationships that are intimate, flourishing, and nurturing. Strong relationships do not happen by chance.
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Divorce Therapists
How does therapy for people affected by a divorce work?
Individuals may feel a number of emotions following a divorce, such as shock, guilt, grief, anger, and fear. Therapists offer a non-judgmental space for individuals to talk about what they’ve experienced and process their emotions. Therapists will help clients develop coping strategies. They can also help a client rebuild their sense of self and self-worth and talk about what a happier future might look like.
What’s the most common type of therapy following a divorce?
There are several types of therapy that may be useful for divorce, including cognitive behavioural, acceptance and commitment, solution-focused brief, and mindfulness-based therapies. Many therapy types are talk-therapy based, which is typically the most popular option for individuals dealing with divorce. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a widely-used talk therapy, however, there’s no specific therapy type that’s designed to help people with divorce, and different types will work depending on the person.
When should an individual seek help due to a divorce?
When the feelings of a divorced individual, or an individual going through the process of divorce, begin to disrupt healthy daily functioning, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If a person finds that they are not performing at work due to problems with anxiety or motivation, if they’re no longer seeing friends due to feelings of shame, or if they’re not properly taking care of themselves as a result of depression, speaking to a professional could help.
How do you encourage someone to go to therapy due to a divorce?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the individual while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Sharing how the individual appears to be suffering, and what effects it has on them or on their children, should be done with compassion and empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.