Christian Psychologists and Therapists in Strathpine, QLD
My approach is compassionate, integrative, and trauma-informed, with openness to incorporating Christian faith or personal beliefs when meaningful to the individual.
I have extensive experience working with adults, providing counselling and therapeutic interventions to support trauma-related mental health concerns, challenging behaviours, and overall wellbeing. I assist clients in making sense of their life experiences and I provide trauma-informed, client-centred therapy using an integrative approach.
My approach is compassionate, integrative, and trauma-informed, with openness to incorporating Christian faith or personal beliefs when meaningful to the individual.
I have extensive experience working with adults, providing counselling and therapeutic interventions to support trauma-related mental health concerns, challenging behaviours, and overall wellbeing. I assist clients in making sense of their life experiences and I provide trauma-informed, client-centred therapy using an integrative approach.
Our ideal client is someone seeking compassionate, evidence-based support to improve their mental health and wellbeing. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, or needing assistance with behavioural or developmental concerns, we welcome individuals of all ages. We offer a safe, inclusive space for adults, teens, children, and families to navigate life's challenges with the help of our experienced team of psychologists and allied health professionals. Whether you seek therapy, assessments, or guidance in improving your overall quality of life, we're here to help you achieve your goals.
Our ideal client is someone seeking compassionate, evidence-based support to improve their mental health and wellbeing. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, or needing assistance with behavioural or developmental concerns, we welcome individuals of all ages. We offer a safe, inclusive space for adults, teens, children, and families to navigate life's challenges with the help of our experienced team of psychologists and allied health professionals. Whether you seek therapy, assessments, or guidance in improving your overall quality of life, we're here to help you achieve your goals.
I know what it’s like to have life fall apart. My own journey through hardship led me to psychology — not just to survive, but to truly live again. For 30+ years, I’ve shared that hard-won knowledge, using CBT, NLP, EFT, mindfulness, and Gottman methods to help others find hope, healing, and lasting change.
I know what it’s like to have life fall apart. My own journey through hardship led me to psychology — not just to survive, but to truly live again. For 30+ years, I’ve shared that hard-won knowledge, using CBT, NLP, EFT, mindfulness, and Gottman methods to help others find hope, healing, and lasting change.
I am committed to providing compassionate, professional support for individuals aged 10 and over. My mission is to empower clients through tailored therapy that reflects their unique experiences, within a safe and respectful environment.
Guided by empathy, respect, and integrity, I foster a space where clients feel valued, understood, and supported. I uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and ethical practice, ensuring trust is at the heart of my work.
All areas of counselling with Specialising in
Domestic Violence Counselling for victims and perpetrators.
Grief and loss
I am committed to providing compassionate, professional support for individuals aged 10 and over. My mission is to empower clients through tailored therapy that reflects their unique experiences, within a safe and respectful environment.
Guided by empathy, respect, and integrity, I foster a space where clients feel valued, understood, and supported. I uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and ethical practice, ensuring trust is at the heart of my work.
All areas of counselling with Specialising in
Domestic Violence Counselling for victims and perpetrators.
Grief and loss
Caroline is a warm and compassionate counsellor who helps individuals navigate life’s challenges by drawing on their inner strengths and lived experiences. She works from a person-centered and holistic approach rooted in the belief that each person in the expert in their own life.
When supporting growth and healing Caroline considers the whole person mind, body, emotions, and environment. Her sessions are grounded in empathy, respect, and collaboration, creating a safe, non-judgmental space.
I am a registered with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and a member of Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS).
Caroline is a warm and compassionate counsellor who helps individuals navigate life’s challenges by drawing on their inner strengths and lived experiences. She works from a person-centered and holistic approach rooted in the belief that each person in the expert in their own life.
When supporting growth and healing Caroline considers the whole person mind, body, emotions, and environment. Her sessions are grounded in empathy, respect, and collaboration, creating a safe, non-judgmental space.
I am a registered with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and a member of Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS).
I am a family therapist specialising in family systems, neurodiversity, and men’s mental health. I offer both short-term and long-term counselling, helping clients navigate challenges, build resilience, and create lasting change. My approach is collaborative, practical, non judgmental and tailored to your unique needs, providing a safe space to explore, understand, and grow.
I am a family therapist specialising in family systems, neurodiversity, and men’s mental health. I offer both short-term and long-term counselling, helping clients navigate challenges, build resilience, and create lasting change. My approach is collaborative, practical, non judgmental and tailored to your unique needs, providing a safe space to explore, understand, and grow.
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I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals/couples navigating the challenges of sex/porn addiction and betrayal trauma. My approach is grounded in empathy and uses Patrick Carnes’ model of addiction recovery.
I provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals/couples navigating the challenges of sex/porn addiction and betrayal trauma. My approach is grounded in empathy and uses Patrick Carnes’ model of addiction recovery.
Relationships can be our greatest source of connection—and our deepest frustration. When you just need help to breakthrough the same old fight and you need clarity. I specialise in helping individuals and couples break free from recurring patterns, rebuild trust, improve communication, and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships. With a Master's degree in Counselling and experience across counselling, family systems, wellbeing support, and chaplaincy, I offer a warm, practical, and compassionate approach that helps people gain clarity, overcome obstacles, and create lasting change in their lives and relationships.
Relationships can be our greatest source of connection—and our deepest frustration. When you just need help to breakthrough the same old fight and you need clarity. I specialise in helping individuals and couples break free from recurring patterns, rebuild trust, improve communication, and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships. With a Master's degree in Counselling and experience across counselling, family systems, wellbeing support, and chaplaincy, I offer a warm, practical, and compassionate approach that helps people gain clarity, overcome obstacles, and create lasting change in their lives and relationships.
I have also worked as a church minister and have a bachelor's degree in Pastoral Ministry.
If you're looking for someone who understands what it's like to live in a foreign land and have to navigate multiple cultures, then I may just be that perfect fit for you. As a migrant living in Australia, I am aware of the challenges associated with cross cultural relationships at various levels including personal, work, education etc. I am professionally trained in counselling with a specific interest in trauma and its impacts on mental health.
I have also worked as a church minister and have a bachelor's degree in Pastoral Ministry.
If you're looking for someone who understands what it's like to live in a foreign land and have to navigate multiple cultures, then I may just be that perfect fit for you. As a migrant living in Australia, I am aware of the challenges associated with cross cultural relationships at various levels including personal, work, education etc. I am professionally trained in counselling with a specific interest in trauma and its impacts on mental health.
I also have qualifications and experience in Christian Counselling.
Carolyn Hartevelt, is a registered psychologist with 17+ years experience counselling. I work with anxiety disorders, stress management, Adult ADHD, ASD, PTSD, complex trauma, relationship and spiritual issues. I will work collaboratively with you to gain insight on how your responses are impacting your current situation. We will explore any relevant history that has shaped and influenced who you are today. Relevant strategies will be provided that will empower you to move forward in an adaptive way. I have raised children, moved countries, retrained careers, and I understand the importance of self-care and work/life balance.
I also have qualifications and experience in Christian Counselling.
Carolyn Hartevelt, is a registered psychologist with 17+ years experience counselling. I work with anxiety disorders, stress management, Adult ADHD, ASD, PTSD, complex trauma, relationship and spiritual issues. I will work collaboratively with you to gain insight on how your responses are impacting your current situation. We will explore any relevant history that has shaped and influenced who you are today. Relevant strategies will be provided that will empower you to move forward in an adaptive way. I have raised children, moved countries, retrained careers, and I understand the importance of self-care and work/life balance.
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.
Hi, I’m Nadine, accredited counsellor and long time homeschool mum. Feeling alone or anxious, struggling to just get through each item on your checklist, saddened by losses that have taken your joy. You were created to thrive, not just survive. It takes courage to be vulnerable, and to dream again. Together lets find that hope that is hidden deep inside. My desire is to work with you to help you regain hope for tomorrow, and strength for today.
Hi, I’m Nadine, accredited counsellor and long time homeschool mum. Feeling alone or anxious, struggling to just get through each item on your checklist, saddened by losses that have taken your joy. You were created to thrive, not just survive. It takes courage to be vulnerable, and to dream again. Together lets find that hope that is hidden deep inside. My desire is to work with you to help you regain hope for tomorrow, and strength for today.
As a highly experienced mental health clinician with more than 24 years practice in both public and private work, I understand that people can suffer from anxiety, low motivation and mood changes when life's problems become overwhelming. Life is challenging at times, and tough times can leave us feeling overwhelmed and distressed. It's much easier to overcome challenging times with the right support, and counselling can be a good option to help you "get back on track.'. My counselling approach is always about helping you to become future focused, as you set your own personal goals for emotional health and wellbeing.
As a highly experienced mental health clinician with more than 24 years practice in both public and private work, I understand that people can suffer from anxiety, low motivation and mood changes when life's problems become overwhelming. Life is challenging at times, and tough times can leave us feeling overwhelmed and distressed. It's much easier to overcome challenging times with the right support, and counselling can be a good option to help you "get back on track.'. My counselling approach is always about helping you to become future focused, as you set your own personal goals for emotional health and wellbeing.
Perhaps you're feeling the pressure of your circumstances, or your relationship with your partner, children, or family is becoming fractured. You love your family, want to turn things around, but maybe you aren't sure where to start. If that sounds like you, then this is your starting point!
Perhaps you're feeling the pressure of your circumstances, or your relationship with your partner, children, or family is becoming fractured. You love your family, want to turn things around, but maybe you aren't sure where to start. If that sounds like you, then this is your starting point!
My work is values-based and informed by a Christian worldview, helping clients explore underlying drivers, address shame, and move toward healthier ways of living.
I bring many years of experience, supporting men facing unwanted sexual behaviours, shame, and relational strain. I offer confidential, values-based counselling that helps uncover underlying drivers, strengthen integrity, and build healthier patterns aligned with your values.
My work is values-based and informed by a Christian worldview, helping clients explore underlying drivers, address shame, and move toward healthier ways of living.
I bring many years of experience, supporting men facing unwanted sexual behaviours, shame, and relational strain. I offer confidential, values-based counselling that helps uncover underlying drivers, strengthen integrity, and build healthier patterns aligned with your values.
I am a Christian Counsellor that supports women and young people aged 12+ through life's ups and downs.
If you’re not looking for intensive or clinical therapy, but want a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space to talk things through, I invite you to reach out. If you’re seeking someone who listens deeply, understands faith and life pressures, and offers practical tools to help you feel more grounded, resilient, and hopeful, I’m here to support you.
I am a Christian Counsellor that supports women and young people aged 12+ through life's ups and downs.
If you’re not looking for intensive or clinical therapy, but want a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space to talk things through, I invite you to reach out. If you’re seeking someone who listens deeply, understands faith and life pressures, and offers practical tools to help you feel more grounded, resilient, and hopeful, I’m here to support you.
Therapy for women who are carrying too much, eldest daughters, high-functioning women struggling with burnout, and identity healing. I work with women who are often the “strong one” or someone others rely on. Many feel emotionally overwhelmed, burnt out, or disconnected from themselves while still functioning highly in daily life. They may be navigating identity, cultural expectations, or people-pleasing patterns. In our work together, I create a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences, understand your patterns, and help you move toward feeling more grounded, clear, and connected to yourself.
Therapy for women who are carrying too much, eldest daughters, high-functioning women struggling with burnout, and identity healing. I work with women who are often the “strong one” or someone others rely on. Many feel emotionally overwhelmed, burnt out, or disconnected from themselves while still functioning highly in daily life. They may be navigating identity, cultural expectations, or people-pleasing patterns. In our work together, I create a safe, supportive space to explore your experiences, understand your patterns, and help you move toward feeling more grounded, clear, and connected to yourself.
I love counselling, I love helping people get their light bulb moment. One single insight can set you free from a lifetime of pain. I believe in short term pain for long term gain. My passion is to journey with people in the darkest, most difficult moments of life and give them hope. I specialise in helping adults, young people and children who have gone through difficult experiences including all types of trauma, family violence and sexual abuse as well as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, communication in relationships, self-esteem, emotional regulation, culture, spirituality, etc in English and Mandarin.
I love counselling, I love helping people get their light bulb moment. One single insight can set you free from a lifetime of pain. I believe in short term pain for long term gain. My passion is to journey with people in the darkest, most difficult moments of life and give them hope. I specialise in helping adults, young people and children who have gone through difficult experiences including all types of trauma, family violence and sexual abuse as well as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, communication in relationships, self-esteem, emotional regulation, culture, spirituality, etc in English and Mandarin.
I am a Christian Counsellor and open to all.
My role is to support, comfort, validate, workout any grey areas and be challenging. Therapy is a journey and you need the right support for it.
I am a Christian Counsellor and open to all.
My role is to support, comfort, validate, workout any grey areas and be challenging. Therapy is a journey and you need the right support for it.
Christian Counsellor working with people who have been through trauma, as well as in all general areas of counselling and mental health.
I am able to connect deeply and authentically with my clients to create a safe and strong therapeutic relationship which is the key to therapy being a success. I am passionate about working with people who have been through trauma and seeing them heal, grow and become the person they want to be, living the life they want to live.
Christian Counsellor working with people who have been through trauma, as well as in all general areas of counselling and mental health.
I am able to connect deeply and authentically with my clients to create a safe and strong therapeutic relationship which is the key to therapy being a success. I am passionate about working with people who have been through trauma and seeing them heal, grow and become the person they want to be, living the life they want to live.
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FAQ - About Christian Counselling
What can a Christian therapist help with?
Many Christian counsellors incorporate faith-based principles into psychotherapy and draw guidance from biblical writings. This approach may be particularly helpful if you are experiencing concerns related to faith, prolonged grief, substance use, or questions about life’s purpose. Christian therapists may also offer marital, premarital, or family counselling. These can be helpful options if your concerns are more relational in nature, such as communication challenges in a marriage, conflict within a family, or adjustment following a major family transition, such as divorce or a move.
How does Christian faith shape the therapy experience?
Christian faith can shape the therapy experience by giving you a familiar framework for discussing meaning, purpose, forgiveness, relationships, and hope in sessions. For clients who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may draw on Christian values, prayer, or spiritual reflection alongside other therapeutic approaches. In addition, while training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has shown that a strong alliance between you and your therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns, but also shares a client’s faith and values. Nevertheless, an ethical Christian therapist should be clear about how they incorporate faith and should respect the level of spiritual discussion that feels right for you.
Does Christian therapy work across different denominations?
Christian therapy can be helpful for people from various different Christian traditions, including Catholic, Protestant, Evangelical, Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Pentecostal, and Anglican backgrounds. Many Christian therapists are able to support clients across denominations by focusing on shared Christian values, such as faith, prayer, forgiveness, and hope. That said, denomination can matter for some clients. A person’s identified denomination may shape how they understand relationships and life roles. If these differences are important to you, it may be helpful to ask a therapist whether they have experience working with clients from your specific denomination or faith tradition.
Can a Christian therapist help with marriage and couples counselling?
Christian faith-based therapy can take many different forms, including marriage counselling and couples counselling. Some therapists may also offer Christian pre-marital counselling. In these settings, Christian therapists may work with couples on concerns such as communication, conflict, trust, intimacy, parenting, and major life transitions. A Christian therapist may also help couples explore how shared Christian beliefs shape the relationship. They may encourage you and your partner to practise skills learned in therapy in your everyday lives, including both faith-based practises and non-faith-based tools, such as prayer or communication skills.
Can a Christian therapist help with sensitive issues like sex, trauma, or addiction?
Therapists with adequate training should be equipped to help with a number of sensitive issues, including sex, trauma, and addiction. For clients who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may help explore how your spiritual beliefs relate to your challenges, healing, and recovery. A competent and ethical Christian therapist should not judge, shame, or impose a particular belief when discussing these topics, and if you feel judged, it may be time to seek another therapist.
How can a Christian therapist support family therapy?
Christian family therapy can help families address conflict, communication challenges, parenting concerns, grief, or adjustment following a major life transition. A Christian therapist may support family members in understanding one another’s perspectives, improving communication, setting healthier boundaries, and rebuilding trust. For families who want faith included in therapy, a Christian therapist may also help explore how family values related to Christianity can support healing.
How might I enquire about a therapist's experience working with Christian clients?
If religion is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with Christian clients. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask how they incorporate Christian values into therapy or how they approach certain topics that matter to you. As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A strong therapeutic alliance does not necessarily require a therapist to share your religious background, but they should respond to your concerns with respect and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed, misunderstood, or find yourself having to explain your beliefs constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles and have identified as Christian. It shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason.