Sexual Abuse Psychologists and Therapists in Sunshine Beach, QLD
My ideal clients are adults carrying the impact of trauma, narcissistic or emotionally abusive relationships, or ongoing anxiety and relational or workplace stress. You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or triggered by patterns you can’t quite shift alone. I help people make sense of what’s happening, strengthen boundaries, regulate emotions, and find a sense of self. This means a better daily life and healthier relationships I love working with other people who help people: health professionals, teachers, parents, and first responders too.
My ideal clients are adults carrying the impact of trauma, narcissistic or emotionally abusive relationships, or ongoing anxiety and relational or workplace stress. You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or triggered by patterns you can’t quite shift alone. I help people make sense of what’s happening, strengthen boundaries, regulate emotions, and find a sense of self. This means a better daily life and healthier relationships I love working with other people who help people: health professionals, teachers, parents, and first responders too.
I am very privileged to work with clients who are interested in their self growth and development. Most of the time when people come to see a psychologist they are wanting to have some change in their life and they need the space to talk through their issues. I love providing a safe, confidential place for people to explore the difficulties and life experiences that have been challenging for them.
I am very privileged to work with clients who are interested in their self growth and development. Most of the time when people come to see a psychologist they are wanting to have some change in their life and they need the space to talk through their issues. I love providing a safe, confidential place for people to explore the difficulties and life experiences that have been challenging for them.
I work with people who are thoughtful, reflective, and ready to actively engage in therapy. Many of my clients are functioning well on the outside yet feel anxious, burnt out, stuck, or caught in repeating relational patterns. They’re not looking for quick fixes, but for a deeper understanding of how their nervous system shapes their emotions, body, and relationships. Through somatic psychotherapy, we work at a steady and supportive pace to build regulation, capacity, and trust in yourself. Over time, clients often feel more grounded, less reactive, and more able to meet life and relationships with clarity, choice, and ease.
I work with people who are thoughtful, reflective, and ready to actively engage in therapy. Many of my clients are functioning well on the outside yet feel anxious, burnt out, stuck, or caught in repeating relational patterns. They’re not looking for quick fixes, but for a deeper understanding of how their nervous system shapes their emotions, body, and relationships. Through somatic psychotherapy, we work at a steady and supportive pace to build regulation, capacity, and trust in yourself. Over time, clients often feel more grounded, less reactive, and more able to meet life and relationships with clarity, choice, and ease.
These include: anxiety, panic attacks, worry and perfectionism, social anxiety, depression, stress and burnout, relationship difficulties, assertive communication, childhood trauma, personality disorders, past sexual assault, and low self-esteem.
Currently accepting new clients. Elke is offering telehealth psychological services (via videoconferencing and telephone). With more than 20 years of experience, she has worked with people from all walks of life. Working collaboratively, she takes a client-centred approach to help individuals identify and make the changes required to achieve their goals. Elke has an accepting and non-judgemental manner. Her friendly and warm approach facilitates openness as people explore their thoughts, feelings and behaviours in a safe space. Her practices are trauma focused and Elke is an LGBTIQA+ affirming practitioner.
These include: anxiety, panic attacks, worry and perfectionism, social anxiety, depression, stress and burnout, relationship difficulties, assertive communication, childhood trauma, personality disorders, past sexual assault, and low self-esteem.
Currently accepting new clients. Elke is offering telehealth psychological services (via videoconferencing and telephone). With more than 20 years of experience, she has worked with people from all walks of life. Working collaboratively, she takes a client-centred approach to help individuals identify and make the changes required to achieve their goals. Elke has an accepting and non-judgemental manner. Her friendly and warm approach facilitates openness as people explore their thoughts, feelings and behaviours in a safe space. Her practices are trauma focused and Elke is an LGBTIQA+ affirming practitioner.
It is an honour working with people to support, educate and assist with life struggles and journeys. I have a holistic and trauma informed focus - and extensive experience in the treatment of anxiety, depression, personality disorders, PTSD, complex trauma and drugs & alcohol concerns. And enjoy working with parenting, relationship, and grief & loss issues; as well as life adjustment and transitions. I engage with a warm, person centered, strengths and mindfulness-based perspective.
It is an honour working with people to support, educate and assist with life struggles and journeys. I have a holistic and trauma informed focus - and extensive experience in the treatment of anxiety, depression, personality disorders, PTSD, complex trauma and drugs & alcohol concerns. And enjoy working with parenting, relationship, and grief & loss issues; as well as life adjustment and transitions. I engage with a warm, person centered, strengths and mindfulness-based perspective.
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Assisting adults and adolescents over 17 with:
Depression, anxiety, stress, grief, workplace stress, ASD/ADHD, neurodiversity, trauma, immigration stress, self esteem, relationship issues, processing trauma from sexual abuse and/or domestic violence.
I am trained in several evidence-based approaches, including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma informed Person-Centred Counselling and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). My approach is trauma informed, neuroaffirming, LGBTIQA affirming.
Assisting adults and adolescents over 17 with:
Depression, anxiety, stress, grief, workplace stress, ASD/ADHD, neurodiversity, trauma, immigration stress, self esteem, relationship issues, processing trauma from sexual abuse and/or domestic violence.
I am trained in several evidence-based approaches, including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma informed Person-Centred Counselling and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). My approach is trauma informed, neuroaffirming, LGBTIQA affirming.
Welcome, I'm Ketura, counsellor at Transformative Place Counselling Service. I specialise in working with individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder work on emotional regulation and trauma, but you do not have to have BPD to benefit from the services I offer. I encourage you to explore emotions, how you hold these and memories within your body, gaining awareness of your nervous system's language. To learn how to unlock and be with discomfort and unfamiliar thoughts, emotions, memories and to make new experiences, to tolerate and manage distress and integrate past trauma/experiences into the present and thrive
Welcome, I'm Ketura, counsellor at Transformative Place Counselling Service. I specialise in working with individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder work on emotional regulation and trauma, but you do not have to have BPD to benefit from the services I offer. I encourage you to explore emotions, how you hold these and memories within your body, gaining awareness of your nervous system's language. To learn how to unlock and be with discomfort and unfamiliar thoughts, emotions, memories and to make new experiences, to tolerate and manage distress and integrate past trauma/experiences into the present and thrive
I’m a registered Counsellor with a Master of Counselling & Psychotherapy, experienced in mental health, crisis support, addiction, childhood abuse, domestic and family violence, and sexual assault.
You are so much more than a symptom, a struggle, or a diagnosis. People come to therapy for different reasons—often to work through challenges, and also in search of something more: greater self-understanding, connection or meaning. I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore both life’s challenges and opportunities for growth. I'm guided by a holistic understanding that our inner and outer worlds are deeply interconnected through mind, body, emotion, relationship, health, environment and spirit. I am passionate about these connections, particularly in the areas of complex trauma, chronic health conditions and ancestral patterns
I’m a registered Counsellor with a Master of Counselling & Psychotherapy, experienced in mental health, crisis support, addiction, childhood abuse, domestic and family violence, and sexual assault.
You are so much more than a symptom, a struggle, or a diagnosis. People come to therapy for different reasons—often to work through challenges, and also in search of something more: greater self-understanding, connection or meaning. I offer a safe, compassionate space to explore both life’s challenges and opportunities for growth. I'm guided by a holistic understanding that our inner and outer worlds are deeply interconnected through mind, body, emotion, relationship, health, environment and spirit. I am passionate about these connections, particularly in the areas of complex trauma, chronic health conditions and ancestral patterns
Being able to talk about what's going on in your life in a safe and non-judgemental space can be a powerful catalyst for change. Counselling is based on your needs with interventions grounded in a holistic understanding of you and your life. It aims to facilitate improved self-knowledge and understanding of issues you may be experiencing, which enhances steps towards improved mental health and emotional well being. If agreed upon I am able to work with you in helping to understand the association between past experiences and current behaviour. Early influences can shape us and our ability to exert control over present functioning.
Being able to talk about what's going on in your life in a safe and non-judgemental space can be a powerful catalyst for change. Counselling is based on your needs with interventions grounded in a holistic understanding of you and your life. It aims to facilitate improved self-knowledge and understanding of issues you may be experiencing, which enhances steps towards improved mental health and emotional well being. If agreed upon I am able to work with you in helping to understand the association between past experiences and current behaviour. Early influences can shape us and our ability to exert control over present functioning.
EMDR Intensive Therapy Service designed for people seeking faster relief from trauma symptoms. EMDR is further suitable for people diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), generalized anxiety, phobia's, panic attacks, depression and more. Our EMDR Intensive Therapy is tailored for individuals with busy schedules, and will be provided online, or visit us for a week in beautiful Far North Queensland, Port Douglas and Cairns.
EMDR Intensive Therapy Service designed for people seeking faster relief from trauma symptoms. EMDR is further suitable for people diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), generalized anxiety, phobia's, panic attacks, depression and more. Our EMDR Intensive Therapy is tailored for individuals with busy schedules, and will be provided online, or visit us for a week in beautiful Far North Queensland, Port Douglas and Cairns.
I’m an experienced counsellor and integrative psychotherapist working online with individuals and couples across Australia. I support adults navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, emotional overwhelm, grief, life transitions and trauma. You may be feeling stuck, struggling with boundaries or finding that the same patterns keep repeating, and want to better understand what is happening and how to move forward.
I’m an experienced counsellor and integrative psychotherapist working online with individuals and couples across Australia. I support adults navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, emotional overwhelm, grief, life transitions and trauma. You may be feeling stuck, struggling with boundaries or finding that the same patterns keep repeating, and want to better understand what is happening and how to move forward.
In over 30 years practice experience & ongoing professional development; I have had the privilege of working with children, young people and adults whose engagement, potential and enjoyment in education, employment, social recreational & family contexts has been compromised through challenging acute (short) or chronic (long term) experiences – affecting their mental health and overall wellbeing. Through an integrative therapeutic model we have many positive, wonderful, inspiring and occasionally surprising outcomes; with felt and observable progress - often from our very first session.
In over 30 years practice experience & ongoing professional development; I have had the privilege of working with children, young people and adults whose engagement, potential and enjoyment in education, employment, social recreational & family contexts has been compromised through challenging acute (short) or chronic (long term) experiences – affecting their mental health and overall wellbeing. Through an integrative therapeutic model we have many positive, wonderful, inspiring and occasionally surprising outcomes; with felt and observable progress - often from our very first session.
You might look like you're coping on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or stuck underneath. I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where individuals and couples can be real, make sense of what's happening, and create meaningful change. Clients describe me as genuine, compassionate, and practical. Together we'll uncover the patterns keeping you stuck, strengthen relationships, process difficult experiences, and build greater confidence, clarity, and emotional freedom. I also offer extended therapy sessions (3–6 hours) for focused, in-depth work.
You might look like you're coping on the outside while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or stuck underneath. I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where individuals and couples can be real, make sense of what's happening, and create meaningful change. Clients describe me as genuine, compassionate, and practical. Together we'll uncover the patterns keeping you stuck, strengthen relationships, process difficult experiences, and build greater confidence, clarity, and emotional freedom. I also offer extended therapy sessions (3–6 hours) for focused, in-depth work.
I work with adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and attentional issues. My forte is empowering clients to access their own inner resources and strengths so they can return to health and well being.
I work with adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and attentional issues. My forte is empowering clients to access their own inner resources and strengths so they can return to health and well being.
Every person, and every couple, has their own unique set of challenges and strengths, whether they be a mix of; anxiety; depression; emotional highs and lows; neurodivergence; infidelity; addiction; loss of trust; failing communication, or lack of connection to the people around them. Counselling can help people connect to themselves and others, cope through big emotions, motivate through low energy and grow stronger within their relationship despite significant challenges.
Every person, and every couple, has their own unique set of challenges and strengths, whether they be a mix of; anxiety; depression; emotional highs and lows; neurodivergence; infidelity; addiction; loss of trust; failing communication, or lack of connection to the people around them. Counselling can help people connect to themselves and others, cope through big emotions, motivate through low energy and grow stronger within their relationship despite significant challenges.
You’re the one who’s always been “too sensitive,” “too deep,” or “too much.” You’ve carried everyone else’s emotions while quietly neglecting your own. Now you feel tired, unseen, and ready for change.
You want to heal the wounds that keep replaying — the trauma, anxiety, or self-doubt that’s dimmed your light. You crave peace, authenticity, and real connection — not quick fixes, but lasting healing that feels like coming home to yourself.
Deep down, you just want to feel safe in your own skin again — calm, grounded, and whole.
You’re the one who’s always been “too sensitive,” “too deep,” or “too much.” You’ve carried everyone else’s emotions while quietly neglecting your own. Now you feel tired, unseen, and ready for change.
You want to heal the wounds that keep replaying — the trauma, anxiety, or self-doubt that’s dimmed your light. You crave peace, authenticity, and real connection — not quick fixes, but lasting healing that feels like coming home to yourself.
Deep down, you just want to feel safe in your own skin again — calm, grounded, and whole.
Hi, I am Richard of The Psychology Clinic Landsborough, and I offer you a safe and supportive space, to help you explore and overcome your current life challenges. Together, we would identify your personal and therapeutic goals, which might include a focus on increased well-being and feelings of safety, improving interpersonal relationships, the development of healthy coping strategies to manage life stressors and changes, or to just "feel ok again". Your therapy goals could include, resolving unprocessed childhood traumas and associated negative self-beliefs, which may still be adversely impacting your enjoyment of life.
Hi, I am Richard of The Psychology Clinic Landsborough, and I offer you a safe and supportive space, to help you explore and overcome your current life challenges. Together, we would identify your personal and therapeutic goals, which might include a focus on increased well-being and feelings of safety, improving interpersonal relationships, the development of healthy coping strategies to manage life stressors and changes, or to just "feel ok again". Your therapy goals could include, resolving unprocessed childhood traumas and associated negative self-beliefs, which may still be adversely impacting your enjoyment of life.
I am a clinical psychologist and I offer a warm, respectful, and collaborative space where you can explore what’s been happening, make sense of your experiences, and find practical ways to move forward.
I work with adults and adolescents experiencing a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief and loss, burnout and adjustment to major life changes. I also provide psychological and neurodevelopmental assessments, including ADHD and autism, to help bring clarity and guide meaningful support.
I am a clinical psychologist and I offer a warm, respectful, and collaborative space where you can explore what’s been happening, make sense of your experiences, and find practical ways to move forward.
I work with adults and adolescents experiencing a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief and loss, burnout and adjustment to major life changes. I also provide psychological and neurodevelopmental assessments, including ADHD and autism, to help bring clarity and guide meaningful support.
Are you ready to reconnect with yourself — emotionally, sexually, and spiritually?
Currently welcoming new clients, with immediate availability for sessions.
At Caritual, I offer trauma-informed, heart-centred therapy for individuals and couples navigating trauma, self-doubt, intimacy challenges, and identity shifts. My approach blends psychological and hypnotherapy training with holistic, mindfulness-based healing to support your journey back to wholeness.
Are you ready to reconnect with yourself — emotionally, sexually, and spiritually?
Currently welcoming new clients, with immediate availability for sessions.
At Caritual, I offer trauma-informed, heart-centred therapy for individuals and couples navigating trauma, self-doubt, intimacy challenges, and identity shifts. My approach blends psychological and hypnotherapy training with holistic, mindfulness-based healing to support your journey back to wholeness.
People may seek therapy when the impact of life’s demands, past experiences, or protective patterns starts to exceed capacity, and that strain shows up as disconnection—potentially from purpose, from the body, or from relationships. You may be carrying the effects of painful or overwhelming experiences that still shape how you feel and relate today. Reaching out is a significant step, and you don’t have to work out the next ones alone. I offer compassionate, collaborative therapy informed by years of clinical experience, extensive training, and my work as a facilitator and trainer with the Blue Knot Foundation.
People may seek therapy when the impact of life’s demands, past experiences, or protective patterns starts to exceed capacity, and that strain shows up as disconnection—potentially from purpose, from the body, or from relationships. You may be carrying the effects of painful or overwhelming experiences that still shape how you feel and relate today. Reaching out is a significant step, and you don’t have to work out the next ones alone. I offer compassionate, collaborative therapy informed by years of clinical experience, extensive training, and my work as a facilitator and trainer with the Blue Knot Foundation.
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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.