Domestic Abuse Psychologists and Therapists in South East Queensland, QLD
Feeling overwhelmed by trauma, burnout, or depression, needing to heal and grow, and aiming to rebuild confidence, break toxic cycles, and create a balanced, fulfilling life.
Feeling overwhelmed by trauma, burnout, or depression, needing to heal and grow, and aiming to rebuild confidence, break toxic cycles, and create a balanced, fulfilling life.
Unprocessed challenging experiences, such as trauma, narcissistic abuse, domestic/family violence and addictions can shape how you see yourself and the world, making it hard to break free from harmful patterns.
With over 14 years of experience, I offer compassionate, specialised, evidence-based support to recover from
- The impact of narcissistic abuse and domestic/family violence
- Addictions and unhealthy coping
- Grief, trauma, and other challenging circumstances.
Unprocessed challenging experiences, such as trauma, narcissistic abuse, domestic/family violence and addictions can shape how you see yourself and the world, making it hard to break free from harmful patterns.
With over 14 years of experience, I offer compassionate, specialised, evidence-based support to recover from
- The impact of narcissistic abuse and domestic/family violence
- Addictions and unhealthy coping
- Grief, trauma, and other challenging circumstances.
Are you broken-hearted? Find hope and healing as you learn to love yourself again. Has trauma visited your life? Reclaim your life from the effects of hurt and pain and rediscover your hopes and dreams for a hope-filled future.
Are you broken-hearted? Find hope and healing as you learn to love yourself again. Has trauma visited your life? Reclaim your life from the effects of hurt and pain and rediscover your hopes and dreams for a hope-filled future.
Richard provides therapy for children, adolescents & adults with issues including anxiety & depression, behavioural problems, domestic violence, anger problems, sexual abuse, addiction, disability, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship problems etc.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
Richard provides therapy for children, adolescents & adults with issues including anxiety & depression, behavioural problems, domestic violence, anger problems, sexual abuse, addiction, disability, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship problems etc.
Richard Elms is an experienced therapist, offering compassionate and solution focussed counselling, working together with his clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Richard also provides clinical and professional supervision as well as training to other professionals.
I have extensive experience working with victim/survivors of Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence and people using violence, abuse and problematic relationship behaviour.
My approach is strengths-based. I aim to foster empowerment and lasting behaviour change. I am driven by the belief that every person has the capacity for change.
In everything I do, my approach is trauma-informed, driven by a commitment to emotional wellbeing, safety and liberation.
I have extensive experience working with victim/survivors of Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence and people using violence, abuse and problematic relationship behaviour.
My approach is strengths-based. I aim to foster empowerment and lasting behaviour change. I am driven by the belief that every person has the capacity for change.
In everything I do, my approach is trauma-informed, driven by a commitment to emotional wellbeing, safety and liberation.
Rachel made the move from the UK to the stunning Sunshine Coast in 2016 to complete her psychology training and immerse herself in the local community. Since then, she has worked across clinical, research, and community settings, supporting individuals from all walks of life with a diverse range of challenges.
Rachel is a warm, compassionate psychologist who believes that the therapeutic alliance is a key component of successful therapy. She brings creativity into her work and strives to offer a calm, safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to work towards their goals.
Rachel made the move from the UK to the stunning Sunshine Coast in 2016 to complete her psychology training and immerse herself in the local community. Since then, she has worked across clinical, research, and community settings, supporting individuals from all walks of life with a diverse range of challenges.
Rachel is a warm, compassionate psychologist who believes that the therapeutic alliance is a key component of successful therapy. She brings creativity into her work and strives to offer a calm, safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to work towards their goals.
Specialist in relationship breakdowns and infidelity, skills for moment to moment support
I created the Coady Method through my own personal and professional experience of how detrimental being cheated on can be to our mental health, the impacts of emotional abuse and relationship breakdowns.
I welcome you to a community of shared experiences that will walk beside you and to share your story. Personally my own relationship experience of being cheated on over 10 years ago led me down a painful path. Which also pushed me to study my passion of mental health.
Specialist in relationship breakdowns and infidelity, skills for moment to moment support
I created the Coady Method through my own personal and professional experience of how detrimental being cheated on can be to our mental health, the impacts of emotional abuse and relationship breakdowns.
I welcome you to a community of shared experiences that will walk beside you and to share your story. Personally my own relationship experience of being cheated on over 10 years ago led me down a painful path. Which also pushed me to study my passion of mental health.
I support adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and life transitions. My clients often describe feeling stuck, emotionally exhausted, or unsure of how to move forward. They’re seeking a deeper understanding of themselves, greater self-compassion, and the tools to create meaningful change. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, blending evidence-based treatment with a deep respect for each person's unique story. I work with clients who are ready to move forward, at their own pace, toward a life that feels more grounded and authentic.
I support adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and life transitions. My clients often describe feeling stuck, emotionally exhausted, or unsure of how to move forward. They’re seeking a deeper understanding of themselves, greater self-compassion, and the tools to create meaningful change. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, blending evidence-based treatment with a deep respect for each person's unique story. I work with clients who are ready to move forward, at their own pace, toward a life that feels more grounded and authentic.
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.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck or emotionally exhausted, even if you are functioning well on the outside? Are you experiencing stress, anxiety or trauma-related symptoms, maybe relationship difficulties, or feeling like it's all just hard at the moment? Are you seeking a space where you don't have to hold it all together, where you can feel heard and genuinely supported? Are you ready to make meaningful changes in your life?
It can be hard to find the right therapist. Please reach out and we can have a quick chat about what you’re looking for and whether I’m a good fit. And if not, I’ll help you find someone who might be.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck or emotionally exhausted, even if you are functioning well on the outside? Are you experiencing stress, anxiety or trauma-related symptoms, maybe relationship difficulties, or feeling like it's all just hard at the moment? Are you seeking a space where you don't have to hold it all together, where you can feel heard and genuinely supported? Are you ready to make meaningful changes in your life?
It can be hard to find the right therapist. Please reach out and we can have a quick chat about what you’re looking for and whether I’m a good fit. And if not, I’ll help you find someone who might be.
I am able to offer complex report writing for court or NDIS in addition domestic violence perpetrator mapping through the use of domestic violence informed Safe and Together model which can be used to support family court applications and cases.
I began my career as a lived experience worker within Qld Health over 15years ago and so I understand first hand the challenges that can come from navigating the mental health systems and accessing appropriate supports, particularly when unwell. My own lived experience of chronic ill mental health has heavily influenced my career and the way I engage with those I support. I whole heartedly believe that while we can have very similar experiences, the way those experiences impact and shape us are completely different and so too is the journey to mental wellbeing.
I am able to offer complex report writing for court or NDIS in addition domestic violence perpetrator mapping through the use of domestic violence informed Safe and Together model which can be used to support family court applications and cases.
I began my career as a lived experience worker within Qld Health over 15years ago and so I understand first hand the challenges that can come from navigating the mental health systems and accessing appropriate supports, particularly when unwell. My own lived experience of chronic ill mental health has heavily influenced my career and the way I engage with those I support. I whole heartedly believe that while we can have very similar experiences, the way those experiences impact and shape us are completely different and so too is the journey to mental wellbeing.
I see clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, attachment disorders or issues, dysfunctional habits and addictions, grief and phobias who may have had trauma and or childhood trauma and may be experiencing complex PTSD or PSTD. I also with clients who have neurodivergence. I deliver modalities of therapy of EMDR therapy, CBT, DBT, hypnosis or hypnotherapy, Schema Therapy, and Psychodynamic therapy. I offer counselling, talk therapy and psychotherapy.
I see clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, attachment disorders or issues, dysfunctional habits and addictions, grief and phobias who may have had trauma and or childhood trauma and may be experiencing complex PTSD or PSTD. I also with clients who have neurodivergence. I deliver modalities of therapy of EMDR therapy, CBT, DBT, hypnosis or hypnotherapy, Schema Therapy, and Psychodynamic therapy. I offer counselling, talk therapy and psychotherapy.
Jennie's focus is to support your healing journey through personalised counselling. Whether you connect in person, online, or over the phone, creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where you are heard and valued, is a priority. Jennie recognises the importance of tailoring services to meet the unique needs of each client. Support you to overcome challenges that leave you exhausted, emotional and overwhelmed. NDIS Registered Provider, dedicated to supporting and helping people to heal, recover and find true happiness within themselves.
Jennie's focus is to support your healing journey through personalised counselling. Whether you connect in person, online, or over the phone, creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment where you are heard and valued, is a priority. Jennie recognises the importance of tailoring services to meet the unique needs of each client. Support you to overcome challenges that leave you exhausted, emotional and overwhelmed. NDIS Registered Provider, dedicated to supporting and helping people to heal, recover and find true happiness within themselves.
I understand that reaching out for support is rarely an easy decision. Often, it comes at a time of uncertainty, emotional strain, or significant change. My commitment is to provide a calm, respectful, and non-judgemental space where you feel genuinely heard, supported, and understood.
I understand that reaching out for support is rarely an easy decision. Often, it comes at a time of uncertainty, emotional strain, or significant change. My commitment is to provide a calm, respectful, and non-judgemental space where you feel genuinely heard, supported, and understood.
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.
Welcome,
I'm Samantha a registered Counsellor, Psychosocial Recovery Coach and Supervisor offering support both via telehealth and face to face. My approach to counselling is bound in empathy and compassion through which I provide a safe, nonjudgemental space working collaboratively to encourage and empower clients to navigate challenges in their life and achieve their goals.
Whether you're dealing with addiction, anxiety, trauma, disability, carer burnout, emotional regulation, relationship challenges, work related stress, or just seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you on your journey every step of the way.
Welcome,
I'm Samantha a registered Counsellor, Psychosocial Recovery Coach and Supervisor offering support both via telehealth and face to face. My approach to counselling is bound in empathy and compassion through which I provide a safe, nonjudgemental space working collaboratively to encourage and empower clients to navigate challenges in their life and achieve their goals.
Whether you're dealing with addiction, anxiety, trauma, disability, carer burnout, emotional regulation, relationship challenges, work related stress, or just seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you on your journey every step of the way.
My ideal client is someone at a threshold—navigating shame, disconnection, or rupture.
Some carry harm they’ve caused, others the weight of what’s been done to them.
Most hold both.
They’re seeking something real: a way to feel more whole, to live with integrity, to tend the pain and shame without collapsing in it.
Here there's more than just surviving or success.
There’s healing to do, truth to face, and life to reclaim—with courage, humility, and care.
They’re ready—cautiously, courageously—to tend what’s here.
They’re looking for someone who can sit beside them, without judgment, through the fire and the becoming.
My ideal client is someone at a threshold—navigating shame, disconnection, or rupture.
Some carry harm they’ve caused, others the weight of what’s been done to them.
Most hold both.
They’re seeking something real: a way to feel more whole, to live with integrity, to tend the pain and shame without collapsing in it.
Here there's more than just surviving or success.
There’s healing to do, truth to face, and life to reclaim—with courage, humility, and care.
They’re ready—cautiously, courageously—to tend what’s here.
They’re looking for someone who can sit beside them, without judgment, through the fire and the becoming.
Will Drotsky is a clinical, forensic and counselling psychologist in private practice on the Gold Coast. He is the founder and the principal psychologist of the psychology practice, PsychologyCare in Mudgeeraba Coomera on the Gold Coast. Will is also the former Director of the Bond University Psychology Clinic. A trained specialist in various therapeutic treatments including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), he incorporates an holistic and integrative approach to best meet the needs of his clients. Will also provides supervision to Master and Doctorate students and is an experienced supervisor for Clinical endorsement.
Will Drotsky is a clinical, forensic and counselling psychologist in private practice on the Gold Coast. He is the founder and the principal psychologist of the psychology practice, PsychologyCare in Mudgeeraba Coomera on the Gold Coast. Will is also the former Director of the Bond University Psychology Clinic. A trained specialist in various therapeutic treatments including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), he incorporates an holistic and integrative approach to best meet the needs of his clients. Will also provides supervision to Master and Doctorate students and is an experienced supervisor for Clinical endorsement.
Goodsky supports adults and teenagers experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, chronic stress, and nervous system dysregulation — often after traditional treatments haven't delivered lasting change. Goodsky's multidisciplinary team designs a fully personalised, one-on-one program for each client using a bottom-up, trauma-informed approach that addresses root causes through comprehensive assessments, evidence-based therapies, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine. Goodsky offers private beachside retreats on the Sunshine Coast and flexible outpatient care delivered remotely across Australia.
Goodsky supports adults and teenagers experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, complex trauma, chronic stress, and nervous system dysregulation — often after traditional treatments haven't delivered lasting change. Goodsky's multidisciplinary team designs a fully personalised, one-on-one program for each client using a bottom-up, trauma-informed approach that addresses root causes through comprehensive assessments, evidence-based therapies, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine. Goodsky offers private beachside retreats on the Sunshine Coast and flexible outpatient care delivered remotely across Australia.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or going through life transitions uncertain about what’s next? I’m here to support you to not just cope but live your best life. I specialise in anxiety, trauma and depression, working with adults, teens, and families, offering a safe, compassionate, and empowering space to explore issues, challenges and uncover solutions. Whether you’re struggling with high stress, limiting beliefs, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma, I’ll meet you where you are and guide you toward clarity, healing, and lasting change empowering you to heal, grow and thrive.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or going through life transitions uncertain about what’s next? I’m here to support you to not just cope but live your best life. I specialise in anxiety, trauma and depression, working with adults, teens, and families, offering a safe, compassionate, and empowering space to explore issues, challenges and uncover solutions. Whether you’re struggling with high stress, limiting beliefs, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma, I’ll meet you where you are and guide you toward clarity, healing, and lasting change empowering you to heal, grow and thrive.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.