Sexual Abuse Psychologists and Therapists in Spring Hill, QLD

Adriana Cope Counselling & Consulting
Social Worker, AMHSW
Spring Hill, QLD 4000
Hi I'm Adri. With 25+ years in trauma recovery, forensic, and mental health, I can support you to identify what is no longer serving you; so you can develop practical and effective coping strategies. Counselling it tailored to your individual needs and goals. Sometimes the work will be brief and focused; or there may be a longer process needed. I am trained in psychodynamic and EMDR therapy, DBT, CBT and the assessment and treatment of problem sexual behaviours. Learn more about me on my webpage and reach out for 10 min discovery call.
Hi I'm Adri. With 25+ years in trauma recovery, forensic, and mental health, I can support you to identify what is no longer serving you; so you can develop practical and effective coping strategies. Counselling it tailored to your individual needs and goals. Sometimes the work will be brief and focused; or there may be a longer process needed. I am trained in psychodynamic and EMDR therapy, DBT, CBT and the assessment and treatment of problem sexual behaviours. Learn more about me on my webpage and reach out for 10 min discovery call.
(07) 3113 9214 View (07) 3113 9214
Brendan McMahon
Psychologist, MAPS
Spring Hill, QLD 4000
I am a psychologist and psychotherapist and I provide individual adult psychotherapy to persons over the age of 18. I assist people wanting change that is more focussed on deeper personal understanding rather than mere symptom relief. I help people to better understand themselves and develop more meaningful lives and thereby allow them to have more choices in life and break out of repetitive patterns that my be troubling and problematic. I aim to provide a safe space for you to feel heard and become yourself more fully. I also see people who do not have a diagnosis and are seeking personal growth.
I am a psychologist and psychotherapist and I provide individual adult psychotherapy to persons over the age of 18. I assist people wanting change that is more focussed on deeper personal understanding rather than mere symptom relief. I help people to better understand themselves and develop more meaningful lives and thereby allow them to have more choices in life and break out of repetitive patterns that my be troubling and problematic. I aim to provide a safe space for you to feel heard and become yourself more fully. I also see people who do not have a diagnosis and are seeking personal growth.
(07) 3184 4674 View (07) 3184 4674
Renee Louise Brown
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Spring Hill, QLD 4000
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! I'm Renee - a clinical psychologist and Accredited EMDR Practitioner offering individual therapy to adults with complex/post-traumatic stress disorders, attachment difficulties, and phobias. I use an integrative approach to developing tailored treatment plans, also drawing upon ACT, CBT, and Schema Therapy interventions. Appointments are available via Telehealth or in Spring Hill, Brisbane.
Hi! I'm Renee - a clinical psychologist and Accredited EMDR Practitioner offering individual therapy to adults with complex/post-traumatic stress disorders, attachment difficulties, and phobias. I use an integrative approach to developing tailored treatment plans, also drawing upon ACT, CBT, and Schema Therapy interventions. Appointments are available via Telehealth or in Spring Hill, Brisbane.
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Brant Maclean
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Spring Hill, QLD 4000
I have extensive experience working with trauma, including childhood sexual abuse, first responder and military-related trauma.
As a therapist, I endeavour to provide a gentle, reflective space in which we can explore your inner world together. One of our deepest needs is to form meaningful emotional bonds throughout life. The ways we experience and internalise relationships, together with our temperament, shape how we develop as individuals. When emotional needs go unmet, we can develop painful feelings, beliefs, and expectations about ourselves and others that obscure our authentic selves. My approach is to help you develop insight into and work through these experiences to foster lasting growth and self-understanding.
I have extensive experience working with trauma, including childhood sexual abuse, first responder and military-related trauma.
As a therapist, I endeavour to provide a gentle, reflective space in which we can explore your inner world together. One of our deepest needs is to form meaningful emotional bonds throughout life. The ways we experience and internalise relationships, together with our temperament, shape how we develop as individuals. When emotional needs go unmet, we can develop painful feelings, beliefs, and expectations about ourselves and others that obscure our authentic selves. My approach is to help you develop insight into and work through these experiences to foster lasting growth and self-understanding.
(07) 2100 4246 View (07) 2100 4246
Kane Solly
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
2 Endorsed
Spring Hill, QLD 4000
Starting therapy or finding a new therapist can feel like a big step. Maybe you’ve been managing things on your own or have had unhelpful experiences with therapy before. I make sure you can slow down and think in depth about yourself and what happens around and inside of you My approach is psychodynamic and mentalisation-based, focusing on understanding the emotional and relationship patterns that shape how we experience ourselves and others. I often work with people navigating issues of self-esteem, identity, shame, and relationship difficulties, including those seeking a deeper understanding of themselves.
Starting therapy or finding a new therapist can feel like a big step. Maybe you’ve been managing things on your own or have had unhelpful experiences with therapy before. I make sure you can slow down and think in depth about yourself and what happens around and inside of you My approach is psychodynamic and mentalisation-based, focusing on understanding the emotional and relationship patterns that shape how we experience ourselves and others. I often work with people navigating issues of self-esteem, identity, shame, and relationship difficulties, including those seeking a deeper understanding of themselves.
(07) 2100 4055 View (07) 2100 4055
Leigh Fraser-Gray
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Spring Hill, QLD 4000
WANTED: Experienced Therapist Seeks the Reluctant. I appeal to those who consider Talk Therapy (or have been encouraged as much) but talk yourself out of it. I am the therapist for you. Approachable. Knowledgeable. Experienced. A real person who lives in the real world. I swear. I have ADHD (medicated). I am direct. Time management eludes me. I am highly skilled. VERY easy to talk to. I listen. I know how to do this therapy thing. I provide clarity. Add theory. Got the skills. And am highly effective. Difference and diversity friendly. I explain the brain and then we retrain! No judgement. But helps yield results for your benefit.
WANTED: Experienced Therapist Seeks the Reluctant. I appeal to those who consider Talk Therapy (or have been encouraged as much) but talk yourself out of it. I am the therapist for you. Approachable. Knowledgeable. Experienced. A real person who lives in the real world. I swear. I have ADHD (medicated). I am direct. Time management eludes me. I am highly skilled. VERY easy to talk to. I listen. I know how to do this therapy thing. I provide clarity. Add theory. Got the skills. And am highly effective. Difference and diversity friendly. I explain the brain and then we retrain! No judgement. But helps yield results for your benefit.
(07) 2100 4760 View (07) 2100 4760
Brett Jacobson
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Spring Hill, QLD 4000
I understand the decision to begin psychotherapy can be daunting and is often prompted by a range of psychological difficulties, questions, and experiences. I offer individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults in-person at my Brisbane CBD office and by telehealth (for older adolescents and adults). I can assist young people and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, grief and loss including non-death losses, relational trauma, sexuality and gender identity concerns, low self-esteem/ chronic life dissatisfaction, relationship difficulties, and drug and alcohol dependence.
I understand the decision to begin psychotherapy can be daunting and is often prompted by a range of psychological difficulties, questions, and experiences. I offer individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults in-person at my Brisbane CBD office and by telehealth (for older adolescents and adults). I can assist young people and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, grief and loss including non-death losses, relational trauma, sexuality and gender identity concerns, low self-esteem/ chronic life dissatisfaction, relationship difficulties, and drug and alcohol dependence.
(07) 3186 8672 View (07) 3186 8672
Dayna Donsky
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Spring Hill, QLD 4000
I’m a clinical psychologist who works with adults experiencing anxiety and depression, as well as a range of other challenges such as trauma, self-esteem concerns, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, adjustment/life transitions, addiction, chronic stress and burnout, grief and loss, and questions around identity and self-worth. Many of the people I see feel stuck in some way. They are often facing difficult decisions, feeling unsure or ambivalent about something, or sensing that they want more from life but aren’t quite sure how to move towards it. I often work with those in human service/caring roles.
I’m a clinical psychologist who works with adults experiencing anxiety and depression, as well as a range of other challenges such as trauma, self-esteem concerns, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, adjustment/life transitions, addiction, chronic stress and burnout, grief and loss, and questions around identity and self-worth. Many of the people I see feel stuck in some way. They are often facing difficult decisions, feeling unsure or ambivalent about something, or sensing that they want more from life but aren’t quite sure how to move towards it. I often work with those in human service/caring roles.
(07) 2100 4127 View (07) 2100 4127
Ivannia Mena
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Psychologist and Practice Director Ivannia Mena is an experienced therapist with a broad range of skills in the treatment of mood disorders, at-risk behaviours, criminal attitudes, addiction and trauma. Ivannia aims to provide the highest standard of psychological support to individuals looking to work at the core of their symptoms, to develop insight, increase self awareness and learn adaptive coping skills. Mindful Perspectives Psychology welcomes adolescents, adults and older adults with cognitive, behavioural, and emotional concerns, offering practical, effective and confidential support in a safe and supportive treatment space.
Psychologist and Practice Director Ivannia Mena is an experienced therapist with a broad range of skills in the treatment of mood disorders, at-risk behaviours, criminal attitudes, addiction and trauma. Ivannia aims to provide the highest standard of psychological support to individuals looking to work at the core of their symptoms, to develop insight, increase self awareness and learn adaptive coping skills. Mindful Perspectives Psychology welcomes adolescents, adults and older adults with cognitive, behavioural, and emotional concerns, offering practical, effective and confidential support in a safe and supportive treatment space.
(07) 3062 7671 View (07) 3062 7671
mariecarmodypsychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
Marie is a registered clinical psychologist and relational psychotherapist who works with adults across a range of clinical and non-clinical health issues. Marie works as an integrative psychotherapist and draws upon a teaching and coaching (Jungian & solutions-focused therapies) background that enhances the wide range of treatment options she provides. Whether you have challenges at work, in your relationships, or with your own self-image, together, Marie will help you discover a new way for you to experience the world; and find a more comfortable way to living in your skin.
Marie is a registered clinical psychologist and relational psychotherapist who works with adults across a range of clinical and non-clinical health issues. Marie works as an integrative psychotherapist and draws upon a teaching and coaching (Jungian & solutions-focused therapies) background that enhances the wide range of treatment options she provides. Whether you have challenges at work, in your relationships, or with your own self-image, together, Marie will help you discover a new way for you to experience the world; and find a more comfortable way to living in your skin.
(07) 3184 4986 View (07) 3184 4986
Jodie Goddard
Counsellor, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Jodie is an open-minded, compassionate and inclusive therapist. She understands the courage it takes to seek counselling, to work through life’s difficulties, such as: crisis, significant life transitions, and trauma. Jodie believes that these challenges can be worked through relationally. And she aims to create a space that is safe, and receptive to your needs and pace. Jodie completed her Master’s degree in Counselling at QUT, graduating with distinction. She has extensive experience working in the mental health space in public and private settings over the last 12 years.
Jodie is an open-minded, compassionate and inclusive therapist. She understands the courage it takes to seek counselling, to work through life’s difficulties, such as: crisis, significant life transitions, and trauma. Jodie believes that these challenges can be worked through relationally. And she aims to create a space that is safe, and receptive to your needs and pace. Jodie completed her Master’s degree in Counselling at QUT, graduating with distinction. She has extensive experience working in the mental health space in public and private settings over the last 12 years.
(07) 3113 9010 View (07) 3113 9010
Kristy Chamberlain
Psychotherapist, ANZAP Graduate
Serves Area
Are you someone seeking to deeply understand your triggers and emotional patterns, rather than just focusing on the surface-level changing of thoughts and behaviors? You may have tried other therapies without success or experienced relapse after treatment ended. Often my patients are struggling with trauma, chronic distress, or unhelpful relationship dynamics, and want to feel better and regain control. Using the trauma-informed Conversational Model, I provide a compassionate space to explore these deeper issues, fostering healing, resilience, and lasting emotional clarity.
Are you someone seeking to deeply understand your triggers and emotional patterns, rather than just focusing on the surface-level changing of thoughts and behaviors? You may have tried other therapies without success or experienced relapse after treatment ended. Often my patients are struggling with trauma, chronic distress, or unhelpful relationship dynamics, and want to feel better and regain control. Using the trauma-informed Conversational Model, I provide a compassionate space to explore these deeper issues, fostering healing, resilience, and lasting emotional clarity.
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Jessica van der Torre
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Jessica van der Torre enjoys an individualised and client-centered approach, collaborating together with her clients towards their treatment goals. She is warm, gentle and supportive in her style. It is important to her that clients feel that sessions are conducted in a safe, positive and nonjudgmental atmosphere in order to work towards positive change.
Jessica van der Torre enjoys an individualised and client-centered approach, collaborating together with her clients towards their treatment goals. She is warm, gentle and supportive in her style. It is important to her that clients feel that sessions are conducted in a safe, positive and nonjudgmental atmosphere in order to work towards positive change.
(07) 4243 4681 View (07) 4243 4681
Dr Ruth Crowther
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Many of the people I work with are externally functioning but feel emotionally overwhelmed, navigating stress/burnout or complex life transitions often with underlying trauma. Substance, food, work or device dependency are common with feelings of being stuck in patterns shaped by early attachment wounds, perfectionism, ADHD/ASD. My clients seek to feel more regulated, connected and free — not just coping, but thriving. They’re seeking depth, insight, and practical tools to shift longstanding patterns, and are drawn to an integrative approach that blends evidence-based therapy, somatic work, and compassionate curiosity.
Many of the people I work with are externally functioning but feel emotionally overwhelmed, navigating stress/burnout or complex life transitions often with underlying trauma. Substance, food, work or device dependency are common with feelings of being stuck in patterns shaped by early attachment wounds, perfectionism, ADHD/ASD. My clients seek to feel more regulated, connected and free — not just coping, but thriving. They’re seeking depth, insight, and practical tools to shift longstanding patterns, and are drawn to an integrative approach that blends evidence-based therapy, somatic work, and compassionate curiosity.
(07) 2100 4947 View (07) 2100 4947
Earth & Womb - Holisitic Counselling & EMDR
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Imagine feeling more secure and at home in yourself, more compassionate, and more aligned with what truly matters to you. I support people to heal and recover from a range of experiences, including: anxiety; depression; sleep issues; relationship challenges; challenges in pregnancy, birth or the postnatal period; perimenopause; late-identified neurodivergence; childhood trauma; sexual violence; intimate partner violence; and other trauma. Using EMDR alongside somatic and creative approaches, I help you process and integrate these experiences at a pace that feels safe for you.
Imagine feeling more secure and at home in yourself, more compassionate, and more aligned with what truly matters to you. I support people to heal and recover from a range of experiences, including: anxiety; depression; sleep issues; relationship challenges; challenges in pregnancy, birth or the postnatal period; perimenopause; late-identified neurodivergence; childhood trauma; sexual violence; intimate partner violence; and other trauma. Using EMDR alongside somatic and creative approaches, I help you process and integrate these experiences at a pace that feels safe for you.
(07) 3060 8230 View (07) 3060 8230
Tanya Genito
Psychotherapist, AMHSW
Serves Area
Tanya Genito is a  Psychotherapist having trained at the University of Queensland, graduating with over 25 years in the field. Tanya’s areas of specialisation is working with young adults and adults who have experienced trauma or are experiencing relationship issues or a loss, whether it be a end of a relationship, career or death of a loved one in their lives. Tanya has a specialisation in working with neuro diverse individuals and believes the client needs to be in control of their therapeutic journey. Tanya also has an interest working with clients who are in non traditional relationships.
Tanya Genito is a  Psychotherapist having trained at the University of Queensland, graduating with over 25 years in the field. Tanya’s areas of specialisation is working with young adults and adults who have experienced trauma or are experiencing relationship issues or a loss, whether it be a end of a relationship, career or death of a loved one in their lives. Tanya has a specialisation in working with neuro diverse individuals and believes the client needs to be in control of their therapeutic journey. Tanya also has an interest working with clients who are in non traditional relationships.
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Patricia Evans
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with AHPRA and a member of the APS, providing evidence-based assessment and therapy across the lifespan. I support individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, sleep difficulties, stress, and adjustment challenges. I have a particular interest in working with migrants navigating language barriers, cultural transition, visa uncertainty, and access to services, as well as healthcare professionals facing work-related stress, burnout, and trauma, offering both early intervention and longer-term psychological support.
I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with AHPRA and a member of the APS, providing evidence-based assessment and therapy across the lifespan. I support individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, sleep difficulties, stress, and adjustment challenges. I have a particular interest in working with migrants navigating language barriers, cultural transition, visa uncertainty, and access to services, as well as healthcare professionals facing work-related stress, burnout, and trauma, offering both early intervention and longer-term psychological support.
(03) 7003 2277 View (03) 7003 2277
Kelly Breen
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
I have extensive experience working with those impacted by trauma (c/PTSD), addiction, self-harm, and eating disorders. I also help people navigate the challenges associated with relationship issues, life transitions, depression, and anxiety. My integrative therapy style incorporates evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Schema, IFS, psychodynamic approaches, Mindfulness, and ACT. As a trained yoga teacher, I integrate these practices and somatic work. I am trained to provide psychedelic integration & preparation support and the Safe and Sound protocol for nervous system regulation.
I have extensive experience working with those impacted by trauma (c/PTSD), addiction, self-harm, and eating disorders. I also help people navigate the challenges associated with relationship issues, life transitions, depression, and anxiety. My integrative therapy style incorporates evidence-based modalities like EMDR, Schema, IFS, psychodynamic approaches, Mindfulness, and ACT. As a trained yoga teacher, I integrate these practices and somatic work. I am trained to provide psychedelic integration & preparation support and the Safe and Sound protocol for nervous system regulation.
(03) 9007 2718 View (03) 9007 2718

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Take Charge Qld
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Brisbane City, QLD 4000
I have extensive experience working with clients presenting/struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Sexual Disorders, Relationships, Career/work related concerns, Self Esteem, Identity/Gender/Sexuality exploration, Cultural Identity, Couples Therapy, Domestic Violence survivors, Sexual Violence survivors. I am trained in Sex therapy and work with individuals or couples. I work with adolescent and adult clients of all genders and ethnicities and I am LGBTQI+ friendly.
I have extensive experience working with clients presenting/struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Sexual Disorders, Relationships, Career/work related concerns, Self Esteem, Identity/Gender/Sexuality exploration, Cultural Identity, Couples Therapy, Domestic Violence survivors, Sexual Violence survivors. I am trained in Sex therapy and work with individuals or couples. I work with adolescent and adult clients of all genders and ethnicities and I am LGBTQI+ friendly.
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Amy Della-Torre
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Serves Area
Hiya, I'm Amy. I'm a Gestalt Psychotherapist who aims to create a space where you can show up, be real and talk about the hard stuff in life. My aim is not to fix but rather to be someone who you can cofide in and who genuinely cares about you! I work with adults and young people on things like trauma and its ongoing impacts, life transitions, stress and burnout, sexuality and gender identity, grief and loss... All the hard, human stuff.
Hiya, I'm Amy. I'm a Gestalt Psychotherapist who aims to create a space where you can show up, be real and talk about the hard stuff in life. My aim is not to fix but rather to be someone who you can cofide in and who genuinely cares about you! I work with adults and young people on things like trauma and its ongoing impacts, life transitions, stress and burnout, sexuality and gender identity, grief and loss... All the hard, human stuff.
(07) 2100 4671 View (07) 2100 4671

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Sexual Abuse Therapists
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.

Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.

How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.

Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.