Domestic Abuse Psychologists and Therapists in Adelaide, SA

Anne Vitharana
Counsellor, MSc, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, I’m Anne. I offer a warm, non-judgmental therapeutic space where your story is heard heart to heart. If you’re feeling low, overwhelmed by life’s demands, stuck in patterns, struggling in relationships, or working through past trauma, I’m here to support you with compassion and professional care.
Hi, I’m Anne. I offer a warm, non-judgmental therapeutic space where your story is heard heart to heart. If you’re feeling low, overwhelmed by life’s demands, stuck in patterns, struggling in relationships, or working through past trauma, I’m here to support you with compassion and professional care.
(02) 5133 6894 View (02) 5133 6894
Beverley Stewart - Counselling / Psychotherapy
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
I continue to study in my special interest areas of anxiety, trauma, domestic abuse, relationships, resilience & empowerment
“This isn’t how I thought my life would turn out.” “This isn’t where I want to be!” When we’re feeling stuck or lost in our life circumstances, it can seem overwhelming and never ending. We feel alone. We can spend our days constantly thinking about what’s gone wrong, and our nights unable to sleep with all the worry. Each day becomes the same as the day before, There seems no end to it, no future without these dark thoughts. Making it harder is the fact that no one understands what we’re going through. No one knows how anxiety, hopelessness or dread can engulf us.
I continue to study in my special interest areas of anxiety, trauma, domestic abuse, relationships, resilience & empowerment
“This isn’t how I thought my life would turn out.” “This isn’t where I want to be!” When we’re feeling stuck or lost in our life circumstances, it can seem overwhelming and never ending. We feel alone. We can spend our days constantly thinking about what’s gone wrong, and our nights unable to sleep with all the worry. Each day becomes the same as the day before, There seems no end to it, no future without these dark thoughts. Making it harder is the fact that no one understands what we’re going through. No one knows how anxiety, hopelessness or dread can engulf us.
(02) 9100 0469 View (02) 9100 0469
Athalie Louise Paynting
Verified Verified
Online Only
I have worked in a variety of settings as a sexologist, including private consultancy, not-for-profit, higher education, and media. I've spent the last eight years assisting people as they explore diverse aspects of gender, sexual expression, communication and relationships. My approach is a tailored, collaborative one where clients can authentically discuss deeply personal experiences in a supportive environment. I offer a warm and non-pathologizing space for all genders, orientations and identities covering a vast array of topics. Focuses: BDSM/Kink, LGBTQIA+, Pain/Chronic Illness, Peri/Menopause, Neurodiversity.
I have worked in a variety of settings as a sexologist, including private consultancy, not-for-profit, higher education, and media. I've spent the last eight years assisting people as they explore diverse aspects of gender, sexual expression, communication and relationships. My approach is a tailored, collaborative one where clients can authentically discuss deeply personal experiences in a supportive environment. I offer a warm and non-pathologizing space for all genders, orientations and identities covering a vast array of topics. Focuses: BDSM/Kink, LGBTQIA+, Pain/Chronic Illness, Peri/Menopause, Neurodiversity.
(03) 8609 3900 View (03) 8609 3900
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.
(07) 4243 4810 View (07) 4243 4810
Daniel Haebich
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am counsellor and psychotherapist working with adolescents and adults experiencing low self esteem, difficulties in their relationships, experiencing anxiety, depression, and work difficulties. I also have a particular interest in working with people that have experienced childhood trauma. It is so important for people to have a safe and confidential space where their experience can be seen and heard and where they can begin to work through and recover from the effects of trauma.
I am counsellor and psychotherapist working with adolescents and adults experiencing low self esteem, difficulties in their relationships, experiencing anxiety, depression, and work difficulties. I also have a particular interest in working with people that have experienced childhood trauma. It is so important for people to have a safe and confidential space where their experience can be seen and heard and where they can begin to work through and recover from the effects of trauma.
(08) 7008 7789 View (08) 7008 7789
Leah Walker
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
If you are the person who quietly keeps everything running... Managing work, family, and all the invisible tasks that hold life together, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or burnt out. Perhaps you’ve spent years making decisions based on what others need, and now you’re wondering where your own needs fit in, or even who you are outside of these roles. If you’re longing to reconnect with yourself, explore what truly matters to you, and find practical ways to feel more balanced and fulfilled, I’m here to support you on that journey.
If you are the person who quietly keeps everything running... Managing work, family, and all the invisible tasks that hold life together, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or burnt out. Perhaps you’ve spent years making decisions based on what others need, and now you’re wondering where your own needs fit in, or even who you are outside of these roles. If you’re longing to reconnect with yourself, explore what truly matters to you, and find practical ways to feel more balanced and fulfilled, I’m here to support you on that journey.
(02) 5016 3145 View (02) 5016 3145
Izumi Yamaguchi
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Serves Area
I am passionate to help clients overcome their challenges and take meaningful steps toward a better future. By exploring clients' internal conflicts and working on underlying vulnerabilities, I assist clients in finding ways together to alleviate or solve them.
I am passionate to help clients overcome their challenges and take meaningful steps toward a better future. By exploring clients' internal conflicts and working on underlying vulnerabilities, I assist clients in finding ways together to alleviate or solve them.
(03) 7003 2420 View (03) 7003 2420
Nicki Paull
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Narcissistic Abuse.
Sometimes we know that something needs to change, but we're not sure how to begin. I offer a warm, inclusive space where you can slow down, make sense of your experiences and explore what matters most to you. I work with individuals, couples and young people, including LGBTQI+ and neurodiverse clients, supporting you to develop greater self-understanding, self-compassion and connection.
Narcissistic Abuse.
Sometimes we know that something needs to change, but we're not sure how to begin. I offer a warm, inclusive space where you can slow down, make sense of your experiences and explore what matters most to you. I work with individuals, couples and young people, including LGBTQI+ and neurodiverse clients, supporting you to develop greater self-understanding, self-compassion and connection.
(03) 4320 5004 View (03) 4320 5004
Michael Elwan
Social Worker, AASW
Online Only
From the outside, you probably look like you are managing. You keep going, keep working, keep showing up for the people who need you. But privately, things may feel much harder than they look. Perhaps anxiety has become difficult to switch off. Perhaps grief is still present long after everyone else seems to have moved on. Perhaps the effects of trauma continue to shape your relationships, your sense of yourself, or the way you respond to the world. Or perhaps you have simply become disconnected from yourself after spending too long meeting everyone else’s needs.
From the outside, you probably look like you are managing. You keep going, keep working, keep showing up for the people who need you. But privately, things may feel much harder than they look. Perhaps anxiety has become difficult to switch off. Perhaps grief is still present long after everyone else seems to have moved on. Perhaps the effects of trauma continue to shape your relationships, your sense of yourself, or the way you respond to the world. Or perhaps you have simply become disconnected from yourself after spending too long meeting everyone else’s needs.
(08) 9515 5138 View (08) 9515 5138
CounsellorOnCall
Psychotherapist, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I help adults recover from trauma, anxiety, addiction, stress, narcissistic abuse, depression, and destructive relational patterns with a strong focus on resilience.
My ideal clients are insightful, motivated adults ready to move beyond survival adaptations such as anxiety, people pleasing, depression, addiction, relational trauma, and negative core beliefs. With 30 years of clinical experience and lived insight into trauma recovery, I integrate Jungian psychology, EMDR, Flash, Havening, somatic therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, psychodynamic therapy, NLP, and clinical hypnosis to support deep behavioural change, nervous system regulation, and lasting transformation.
I help adults recover from trauma, anxiety, addiction, stress, narcissistic abuse, depression, and destructive relational patterns with a strong focus on resilience.
My ideal clients are insightful, motivated adults ready to move beyond survival adaptations such as anxiety, people pleasing, depression, addiction, relational trauma, and negative core beliefs. With 30 years of clinical experience and lived insight into trauma recovery, I integrate Jungian psychology, EMDR, Flash, Havening, somatic therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, psychodynamic therapy, NLP, and clinical hypnosis to support deep behavioural change, nervous system regulation, and lasting transformation.
(03) 4422 4813 View (03) 4422 4813
GBY (Guided By You) Therapy
Social Worker, AMHSW
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Cassandra is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and a Medicare provider. Cassandra provides a collaborative and safe space for her clients to reflect and grow. She is empathetic, warm and an intuitive person with a passion for supporting people to move forward from traumatic times in their life.
Cassandra is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and a Medicare provider. Cassandra provides a collaborative and safe space for her clients to reflect and grow. She is empathetic, warm and an intuitive person with a passion for supporting people to move forward from traumatic times in their life.
(02) 9100 0993 View (02) 9100 0993
Rhiannon Williams-Demmon
Social Worker, AASW
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi! I’m Rhiannon, and I work with folks wanting to understands how early experiences shape the way we move through the world. You might be a person who's spent years prioritising everyone else's needs while yours are unmet. Perhaps you struggle to trust your judgment, constantly scan for signs that you've done something wrong, or find it hard to stay close with people. This might show up as body tension, disconnection, or a knot in your stomach when conflict arises.
Hi! I’m Rhiannon, and I work with folks wanting to understands how early experiences shape the way we move through the world. You might be a person who's spent years prioritising everyone else's needs while yours are unmet. Perhaps you struggle to trust your judgment, constantly scan for signs that you've done something wrong, or find it hard to stay close with people. This might show up as body tension, disconnection, or a knot in your stomach when conflict arises.
(02) 5017 1516 View (02) 5017 1516
Positive Mind Works
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Online Only
Positive Mind Works is a Telehealth Counselling, Psychology, and Psychiatry clinic. We provide support in the comfort and privacy of your own home for couples, adults, and young people. Positive Mind Works has been developed to provide convenient access to expert and confidential support. Clients are offered individualised support based on their goals and chosen focus. We specialise in treating depression, anxiety, panic, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, phobias, OCD, ADHD and PTSD/trauma. A coaching and positive psychology service are also offered for clients wishing to improve motivation toward their goals.
Positive Mind Works is a Telehealth Counselling, Psychology, and Psychiatry clinic. We provide support in the comfort and privacy of your own home for couples, adults, and young people. Positive Mind Works has been developed to provide convenient access to expert and confidential support. Clients are offered individualised support based on their goals and chosen focus. We specialise in treating depression, anxiety, panic, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, phobias, OCD, ADHD and PTSD/trauma. A coaching and positive psychology service are also offered for clients wishing to improve motivation toward their goals.
1800 327 477 View 1800 327 477
Hawaa Dajan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
I’m Hawaa Dajan, a Registered Psychologist (AHPRA) with a Master of Professional Psychology. My practice focuses on supporting women’s mental health. I have worked in both public community mental health and private practice settings, supporting clients from many walks of life. My approach is grounded in trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy and incorporates treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, and ACT. An important part of my work is helping people to understand how their life experiences influence current patterns of thinking, feeling, and coping, while exploring strategies that better support their goals and wellbeing.
I’m Hawaa Dajan, a Registered Psychologist (AHPRA) with a Master of Professional Psychology. My practice focuses on supporting women’s mental health. I have worked in both public community mental health and private practice settings, supporting clients from many walks of life. My approach is grounded in trauma-informed, evidence-based therapy and incorporates treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, and ACT. An important part of my work is helping people to understand how their life experiences influence current patterns of thinking, feeling, and coping, while exploring strategies that better support their goals and wellbeing.
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Richard Elms Therapy Training Consulting
Social Worker, AMHSW
Online Only
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.
(07) 5241 2997 View (07) 5241 2997
Elizabeth Fuentes
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
NOW accepting NEW clients & HAVE availability "I am passionate about helping people live more purposeful lives. I use a warm and empathic therapist style, with a practical focus on collaboratively helping my clients move towards meaningful and achievable goals" Areas I am passionate to work with: Anxiety Disorders such as Social Phobia & Panic Disorder, Depression and Low self-esteem, Trauma and PTSD, Work/Life stressors, Self- improvement, Assertiveness and effective communication skills, Adjustment issues, Grief and loss, Interpersonal and family difficulties.
NOW accepting NEW clients & HAVE availability "I am passionate about helping people live more purposeful lives. I use a warm and empathic therapist style, with a practical focus on collaboratively helping my clients move towards meaningful and achievable goals" Areas I am passionate to work with: Anxiety Disorders such as Social Phobia & Panic Disorder, Depression and Low self-esteem, Trauma and PTSD, Work/Life stressors, Self- improvement, Assertiveness and effective communication skills, Adjustment issues, Grief and loss, Interpersonal and family difficulties.
(07) 2100 4956 View (07) 2100 4956
Francesca Palazzolo
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
If you are a victim of crime in NSW you may be eligible for free counselling.
I am a counsellor & psychotherapist working in the existential humanist tradition. I work with all sorts of issues including mental health, addictions and relationship issues to name a few. I am registered with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation Australia), and have worked in youth mental health, alcohol & other drugs counselling and trauma counselling. If you are experiencing issues with any emotional concerns, anxiety, substance use, addiction, including behavioural addictions such as sex, internet or pornography, please do not hesitate to reach out.
If you are a victim of crime in NSW you may be eligible for free counselling.
I am a counsellor & psychotherapist working in the existential humanist tradition. I work with all sorts of issues including mental health, addictions and relationship issues to name a few. I am registered with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation Australia), and have worked in youth mental health, alcohol & other drugs counselling and trauma counselling. If you are experiencing issues with any emotional concerns, anxiety, substance use, addiction, including behavioural addictions such as sex, internet or pornography, please do not hesitate to reach out.
(03) 6411 0202 View (03) 6411 0202
Bianca Winter-Mallari
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Online Only
I specialise in supporting adult survivors of childhood trauma in healing from CPTSD. Listen to my podcast Healing CPTSD, available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, for more resources and information.
I specialise in supporting adult survivors of childhood trauma in healing from CPTSD. Listen to my podcast Healing CPTSD, available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, for more resources and information.
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Ally Bell
Social Worker, MA, AASW
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello! I'm Ally, a clinical psychotherapist and accredited LGBTQ+ practice specialist (PESI). I am deeply passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community, with a particular focus on gay men's health, trans health, forensics, and individuals who are navigating intergenerational or religious trauma. The brain is part of the central nervous system and requires on-going maintenance and stress reduction outlets. I am dedicated to offering compassionate care and providing personalised mental health support that meets the unique needs of each client, drawing on my psychotherapeutic expertise.
Hello! I'm Ally, a clinical psychotherapist and accredited LGBTQ+ practice specialist (PESI). I am deeply passionate about supporting the LGBTQ+ community, with a particular focus on gay men's health, trans health, forensics, and individuals who are navigating intergenerational or religious trauma. The brain is part of the central nervous system and requires on-going maintenance and stress reduction outlets. I am dedicated to offering compassionate care and providing personalised mental health support that meets the unique needs of each client, drawing on my psychotherapeutic expertise.
0432 145 195 View 0432 145 195
Phoebe Lovett
Psychotherapist, MPsych, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Many of us feel like we are not good enough, overwhelmed by love, or afraid to be truly seen. We may long to connect with our partners but fear rejection, feel intense anger, or find ourselves constantly pleasing others to feel worthy. These struggles can leave us feeling anxious, disconnected, or stuck. But these feelings aren’t who we are — they’re parts of us trying to protect us from pain or danger, shaped by our past. These parts of us are trying to keep us safe, even if their methods feel overwhelming. I can provide opportunities to gently explore, connect to and understand these parts and their underlaying pain.
Many of us feel like we are not good enough, overwhelmed by love, or afraid to be truly seen. We may long to connect with our partners but fear rejection, feel intense anger, or find ourselves constantly pleasing others to feel worthy. These struggles can leave us feeling anxious, disconnected, or stuck. But these feelings aren’t who we are — they’re parts of us trying to protect us from pain or danger, shaped by our past. These parts of us are trying to keep us safe, even if their methods feel overwhelming. I can provide opportunities to gently explore, connect to and understand these parts and their underlaying pain.
(08) 6171 3161 View (08) 6171 3161

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