Counselling in The Gap, QLD

Hi, I'm Donna and I'm so glad you're here. For me, counselling isn't just about tackling mental health concerns — it's a lifeline for those going through relationship challenges, tough life events, or grappling with behavioral issues. Consider me as a caring stranger, someone here to listen without judgment. I am well-versed in discussing a wide range of topics, no matter how sensitive or personal. I understand the unique needs of our community, and I’m here to offer a broad spectrum of services to cater to your individual journey. I also specialise in the areas of grief, loss and bereavement.

Counselling is a collaborative exploration and unwinding of life's unbearable difficulties. Frequently people find me because they have tried traditional methods of talk therapy with moderate to limited success. I understand that when life overwhelms us it is a whole mind and body experience and thus the indescribable must be met and honored in the same way. With a strong foundation of understanding the nervous system I combine talk therapy with a practice called TRE to support the release and reintegration of overwhelming experiences.

If you need to refocus, find a new purpose or address some personal issues that may be holding you back, I'd like to work with you.

Please note: I am currently not taking on any new clients, and have a waitlist until 2024. You can add your details to my waitlist at: www.natajsawagner.com Hi, I’m Natajsa. I am a Trauma-informed Clinical Psychotherapist, educator & supervisor. I support people in healing from the impacts of unresolved developmental trauma through safe, supportive and non judgemental therapy. The values that underpin my practice are safety, trustworthiness, choice, collaboration, empowerment and anti-oppression.

I especially connect with and enjoy providing support to people who struggle because they are highly-sensitive (hsperson.com), perfectionists, over-thinkers, anxious/worriers, or they have a history of trauma (from childhood, or from adult experiences, such as military service, miscarriage, violent assault, workplace bullying). I enjoy complex presentations, where there may be PTSD, anxiety, attachment issues, perfectionism, where the person's goal is to create an inner peace, fulfilment and live a more contented life. With couples, I can help you learn how to communicate effectively, resolve conflicts and improve your connection.

Good therapy is gold. I work with somatic modalities to help people's body-minds deeply heal from stress, anxiety, PTSD, early life trauma and more. Trauma is more common than we think and individualised therapy can really make a difference.

Welcome! I'm Rebecca Ryan Director and Psychologist at Mapping Minds Psychology. I specialise in the assessment (and diagnosis) of neurodevelopmental differences in children (e.g., ADHD, Autism, Learning differences (e.g., dyslexia), cognition/IQ, and behavioural and emotional functioning. My comprehensive assessment process is based on psychological best practice and considers the whole child to deliver a diagnostic overview of their neurotype, strengths and difficulties and emotional experiences. This provides a solid foundation on which to build child-centered intervention, support and understanding.

I am a UK-trained and registered Psychologist and Psychotherapist with over 26 years of experience in the field of mental health. I am AHPRA-registered and have dual registration and licences to practice in Australia and the UK. I have worked in a variety of mental health settings such as the National Health Service, Education, and the Voluntary sector and in various roles, as a psychologist, consultant, trainer and manager of a university counselling service. I have been providing psychological support to adults for the past 10 years and managed my own private practice for 6 years.

Welcome to Golden Thread Therapy! We're so pleased to have you here. I'm Ash Montgomery, and our beautiful Golden Retriever/Border Collie therapy dog is named Beanie. We help people feel better from symptoms of stress, sadness, lack of motivation, stress, and concern about upcoming life events or changes. Whether it's your first therapy session ever, or you're trying a new option - congratulations on taking that step in supporting yourself and your mental health. P.S: If you're a dog person, you will feel right at home at Golden Thread Therapy!

Sometimes challenging life experiences undermine our usual coping abilities. Although we can’t avoid pain, we can learn new ways to handle it so that even in the presence of the difficult stuff, we're able to shape a life that is rich, meaningful and well worth living.

Marise is a Clinical Psychologist who enjoys working with clients seeking to better understand themselves and experience increased joy and meaning in their lives. Meeting and appreciating each client for the unique person they are and tailoring a treatment program to suit each individual’s needs, strengths and weaknesses are central to Marise’s practice. Marise has been a practising psychologist for over 10 years.

Special interests: ADHD, Anxiety & Mood Disorders, Disordered eating & body image concerns, Perinatal mental health, Sleep difficulties, Supporting parents with positive parenting and attachment strategies, Supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, Trauma & Work/study related stress & career development.

I am a clinical psychologist who has also previously completed a Master of Counselling degree. My qualifications and 10+ years' experience enables me to integrate a range of therapeutic approaches, while also ensuring that the support provided is client-centred and tailored to each individual's needs. Evidence-based therapies that I incorporate include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.

Hi I'm Louise Armstrong, Principal Counsellor, and my purpose is simply helping. Do you feel overwhelmed? Or perhaps find yourself getting stressed, anxious, angry, maybe even exhausted with all the things you’re juggling at work and at home? You are so not alone. Many of my clients feel the pressure of doing it all, and being it all. What if you could get help with tools and strategies to dial down the overwhelm, and reduce your stress, anxiety and anger? I would love to help you to make changes and live a life that’s calmer, more positive and more rewarding; moving forward with a focus on who you are, and what’s important to you.

I am lucky enough to be able to offer Outdoor Counselling and Equine Assisted Therapy, situated on 27 acres at Kobble Creek (near Samford/Dayboro). Outdoor and Equine based therapies are great for people who aren’t comfortable with a room-based setting, or just find it supportive to be in nature while we explore topics that may be difficult. It is also suited to young people who may not be able to sit or stay engaged for long periods. I offer trauma-informed counselling to young people (4-18), as well as adults to assist with emotional regulation, coping strategies, anxiety, depression, and other life challenges.

You prioritise others needs, and have neglected your own. You recognise this is causing issues in your life and relationships, and you want change. You hope to become connected to your core self, able to know what you need, want, and feel about a situation and choose how to act based on this. You know you need to prioritise yourself in your life, now it's time to figure out how to make that happen.