Codependency Psychologists and Therapists in Port Adelaide, SA

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Serenity Springs Therapy & Counselling
Social Worker, MSc, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Port Adelaide, SA 5015
This is Sayem a credentialed mental health social worker (AASW‑663231), full member EMDRAA level 2 Therapist with 10 years’ experience. I support clients with stress, anxiety, depression, low mood, trauma, relationship or parenting issues, emotional regulation, and career change. Special interest in children and youth recovery from trauma; EMDR Level 2 certified. Uses trauma‑informed, culturally sensitive, evidence‑based methods: EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, behavioural activation, sleep hygiene, mindfulness, relaxation, interpersonal therapy; plus relapse prevention for substance misuse. Emphasises holistic healing, relational safety etc.
This is Sayem a credentialed mental health social worker (AASW‑663231), full member EMDRAA level 2 Therapist with 10 years’ experience. I support clients with stress, anxiety, depression, low mood, trauma, relationship or parenting issues, emotional regulation, and career change. Special interest in children and youth recovery from trauma; EMDR Level 2 certified. Uses trauma‑informed, culturally sensitive, evidence‑based methods: EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, behavioural activation, sleep hygiene, mindfulness, relaxation, interpersonal therapy; plus relapse prevention for substance misuse. Emphasises holistic healing, relational safety etc.
(08) 7008 7673 View (08) 7008 7673
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Natural Creative Therapy & Counselling
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Need help to increase self love and begin having healthy relationships? Often what we need most is a safe place to explore our emotions without judgement! With the right support, a 'breakdown' can become a 'break through'!
Need help to increase self love and begin having healthy relationships? Often what we need most is a safe place to explore our emotions without judgement! With the right support, a 'breakdown' can become a 'break through'!
(08) 7523 4545 View (08) 7523 4545
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Colleen Dibiamaka
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
I provide a relaxed, confidential space to explore what's creating distress, preventing you from feeling fulfilled or causing difficulties in life & relationships. We explore the impact of life experiences on you, your behaviours & perceptions, your community & your challenges. With this insight, you can then work out what you want in life & how you want to be, giving you choice. Using evidence-based neurobiological and emotion focused, experiential interventions we'll process what’s happening to you, explore your resources & strengths & develop further skills to manage your challenges.
I provide a relaxed, confidential space to explore what's creating distress, preventing you from feeling fulfilled or causing difficulties in life & relationships. We explore the impact of life experiences on you, your behaviours & perceptions, your community & your challenges. With this insight, you can then work out what you want in life & how you want to be, giving you choice. Using evidence-based neurobiological and emotion focused, experiential interventions we'll process what’s happening to you, explore your resources & strengths & develop further skills to manage your challenges.
(08) 7111 3938 View (08) 7111 3938
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Emmanuelle Barone
Psychotherapist, AMHSW
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Trauma Informed retreats for women and clinical practice, working with women of all ages, from different backgrounds, beliefs and cultures. Passionate about women self-empowerment. Specialised in fields of HSP and Trauma Work, MiCBT, Mindfulness, Self Compassion, DBT, EMDR, IFS, Art Therapy. I guide women through self discovery, transformation and healing. Supporting them growing through their wounds, developing self-awareness, uncovering their strengths and creating changes for themselves. Shifts and growth, new perceptions for one's life. See website for more information and retreats' schedule.
Trauma Informed retreats for women and clinical practice, working with women of all ages, from different backgrounds, beliefs and cultures. Passionate about women self-empowerment. Specialised in fields of HSP and Trauma Work, MiCBT, Mindfulness, Self Compassion, DBT, EMDR, IFS, Art Therapy. I guide women through self discovery, transformation and healing. Supporting them growing through their wounds, developing self-awareness, uncovering their strengths and creating changes for themselves. Shifts and growth, new perceptions for one's life. See website for more information and retreats' schedule.
(08) 7111 3900 View (08) 7111 3900
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Christina Ramo Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
(08) 7444 5013 View (08) 7444 5013

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Richard T
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Are you LGBTQIA+ and looking to work on issues affecting your relationships but the thought of having to explain your gender identity or relationship style to a therapist puts you off? Richard enjoys working with people experiencing challenges in relationships, identity and meaning.
Are you LGBTQIA+ and looking to work on issues affecting your relationships but the thought of having to explain your gender identity or relationship style to a therapist puts you off? Richard enjoys working with people experiencing challenges in relationships, identity and meaning.
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Barbara Zoroddu
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I strongly believe that psychological support should be a possibility for everyone, not just a luxury for the few. I am a trained Counselling professional with a passion for helping women like you fall in love with their minds and bodies, live their true emotions and find new ways to improve their well-being. I can support you while you learn more about your emotions and bodily resources, discover how to increase your self-esteem and become more resilient by overcoming your limiting beliefs about your beautiful self.
I strongly believe that psychological support should be a possibility for everyone, not just a luxury for the few. I am a trained Counselling professional with a passion for helping women like you fall in love with their minds and bodies, live their true emotions and find new ways to improve their well-being. I can support you while you learn more about your emotions and bodily resources, discover how to increase your self-esteem and become more resilient by overcoming your limiting beliefs about your beautiful self.
(03) 7003 2118 View (03) 7003 2118
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Susan Lister
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Grange, SA 5022
Do you feel like you keep ending up in the same place in relationships, patterns, or how you feel about yourself? You may give a lot to others yet feel depleted, unsure, or disconnected. Many of the women I work with are navigating change, shifting roles, or quietly asking, “What about me?” Together, we gently explore what sits beneath the surface, helping you reconnect with your needs, your voice, and begin shifting the patterns that have been keeping you stuck.
Do you feel like you keep ending up in the same place in relationships, patterns, or how you feel about yourself? You may give a lot to others yet feel depleted, unsure, or disconnected. Many of the women I work with are navigating change, shifting roles, or quietly asking, “What about me?” Together, we gently explore what sits beneath the surface, helping you reconnect with your needs, your voice, and begin shifting the patterns that have been keeping you stuck.
(08) 7008 7116 View (08) 7008 7116
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Cosmina Naum
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
I am an online Psychologist specialising in EMDR and Schema Therapy. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and cultural backgrounds, focusing on emotion-centered work to create lasting change. I specialise in nervous system regulation, co-dependency, self-worth, and fostering authenticity. My work includes assessing and treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and personality disorders. I’m also passionate about health and fitness, confidence and resilience building, addressing anger and aggression, work-related stress, work/life balance, and helping clients navigate interpersonal conflict and relational challenges.
I am an online Psychologist specialising in EMDR and Schema Therapy. I enjoy working with clients of all ages and cultural backgrounds, focusing on emotion-centered work to create lasting change. I specialise in nervous system regulation, co-dependency, self-worth, and fostering authenticity. My work includes assessing and treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and personality disorders. I’m also passionate about health and fitness, confidence and resilience building, addressing anger and aggression, work-related stress, work/life balance, and helping clients navigate interpersonal conflict and relational challenges.
(08) 7008 9536 View (08) 7008 9536
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Melissa Essence
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Through the Boundaries & Belonging program, Melissa supports women in healing Codependency and Development Trauma by uncovering the root cause and teaching embodiment practices for healing nervous system wounds, allowing you to thrive in relationships and live the life you want.
I help you to understand your core trauma; get to the root of your issues and teach practical tools to support and regulate your nervouse system. You can heal the trauma in your body so you can feel secure in yourself and have the confidence to set boundaries and have healthy relatationships.
Through the Boundaries & Belonging program, Melissa supports women in healing Codependency and Development Trauma by uncovering the root cause and teaching embodiment practices for healing nervous system wounds, allowing you to thrive in relationships and live the life you want.
I help you to understand your core trauma; get to the root of your issues and teach practical tools to support and regulate your nervouse system. You can heal the trauma in your body so you can feel secure in yourself and have the confidence to set boundaries and have healthy relatationships.
(08) 7008 7935 View (08) 7008 7935
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Wendy Rosa Bas
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Online Only
Struggling in your intimate relationship(s)? Whether you are navigating ethical non-monogamy, open relationships, polyamory, or kink dynamics, you're not alone - and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I’m a queer, pansexual, polyamorous counsellor (she/her) living an ENM lifestyle, and I bring both lived and professional experience to this work. I offer a safe, affirming space where your unique needs, values, and relationship structures are deeply respected. My approach is warm, non-judgemental, and empowering - I’m here to help you show up fully as yourself while building the kind of connections that feel right for you.
Struggling in your intimate relationship(s)? Whether you are navigating ethical non-monogamy, open relationships, polyamory, or kink dynamics, you're not alone - and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I’m a queer, pansexual, polyamorous counsellor (she/her) living an ENM lifestyle, and I bring both lived and professional experience to this work. I offer a safe, affirming space where your unique needs, values, and relationship structures are deeply respected. My approach is warm, non-judgemental, and empowering - I’m here to help you show up fully as yourself while building the kind of connections that feel right for you.
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Ability To Thrive Counselling and Life Coaching
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Welcome, I'm Samantha a registered Counsellor, Psychosocial Recovery Coach and Supervisor offering support both via telehealth and face to face. My approach to counselling is bound in empathy and compassion through which I provide a safe, nonjudgemental space working collaboratively to encourage and empower clients to navigate challenges in their life and achieve their goals. Whether you're dealing with addiction, anxiety, trauma, disability, carer burnout, emotional regulation, relationship challenges, work related stress, or just seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you on your journey every step of the way.
Welcome, I'm Samantha a registered Counsellor, Psychosocial Recovery Coach and Supervisor offering support both via telehealth and face to face. My approach to counselling is bound in empathy and compassion through which I provide a safe, nonjudgemental space working collaboratively to encourage and empower clients to navigate challenges in their life and achieve their goals. Whether you're dealing with addiction, anxiety, trauma, disability, carer burnout, emotional regulation, relationship challenges, work related stress, or just seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you on your journey every step of the way.
(07) 3477 9563 View (07) 3477 9563
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Amelie Nguyen
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
Amelie Nguyen is a fully qualified Clinical Psychologist and Board-Approved Supervisor who works collaboratively with adults to create meaningful, lasting change. Amelie is known for her calm, grounded, and practical approach, helping clients not only gain insight into their experiences, but also develop the skills needed to move forward with confidence and self-trust. Amelie brings a culturally informed understanding of identity, family dynamics, intergenerational patterns, and the complexity of balancing different cultural expectations. She values creating a therapeutic space where clients feel safe to be themselves.
Amelie Nguyen is a fully qualified Clinical Psychologist and Board-Approved Supervisor who works collaboratively with adults to create meaningful, lasting change. Amelie is known for her calm, grounded, and practical approach, helping clients not only gain insight into their experiences, but also develop the skills needed to move forward with confidence and self-trust. Amelie brings a culturally informed understanding of identity, family dynamics, intergenerational patterns, and the complexity of balancing different cultural expectations. She values creating a therapeutic space where clients feel safe to be themselves.
(02) 9100 0673 View (02) 9100 0673
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Corrina Jeffries
Psychotherapist, MPsych, ACA-L2
5 Endorsed
Hawthorn, SA 5062
Waitlist for new clients
Online (Australia-wide) & SA (in-person) anxiety, trauma/PTSD and depression specialist for adults and teenagers. Severe anxiety and the challenges of modern life can induce physical symptoms, disrupt work and academic study, cause social, intimate partner and family stress, and are linked to many mental health conditions. If problematic anxiety or related life issues are holding you back, I can help you to develop new skills and insights that will enable you to navigate life's challenges so you can identify and do what matters most to you in your life.
Online (Australia-wide) & SA (in-person) anxiety, trauma/PTSD and depression specialist for adults and teenagers. Severe anxiety and the challenges of modern life can induce physical symptoms, disrupt work and academic study, cause social, intimate partner and family stress, and are linked to many mental health conditions. If problematic anxiety or related life issues are holding you back, I can help you to develop new skills and insights that will enable you to navigate life's challenges so you can identify and do what matters most to you in your life.
(08) 7008 7854 View (08) 7008 7854
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Patricia Lewis
Psychotherapist, PsychD, ACA-L4
Online Only
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.
(02) 9100 0165 View (02) 9100 0165
John Desmond Kaye
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Belair, SA 5052
Clients consult me due to experiencing a range of personal and interpersonal difficulties. Often clients contact me because they want to overcome anxiety, depression, and in particular, relationship issues. A group of clients also consult me about transexual challenges they are facing in day to day life.
Clients consult me due to experiencing a range of personal and interpersonal difficulties. Often clients contact me because they want to overcome anxiety, depression, and in particular, relationship issues. A group of clients also consult me about transexual challenges they are facing in day to day life.
(08) 7111 3971 View (08) 7111 3971
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Shane Pearse
Counsellor
Serves Area
My main area of focus is the intimacy and relationship challenges that come with addiction recovery and healing childhood wounds. Helping individuals rebuild their relationships (with themselves and others) from the impacts of compulsive use of substances or behaviours such as codependence, internet addiction, porn addiction, sex addiction, love addiction, or gambling addiction.
My main area of focus is the intimacy and relationship challenges that come with addiction recovery and healing childhood wounds. Helping individuals rebuild their relationships (with themselves and others) from the impacts of compulsive use of substances or behaviours such as codependence, internet addiction, porn addiction, sex addiction, love addiction, or gambling addiction.
0405 504 698 View 0405 504 698
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Andrea Morrison
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Online Only
Christian Counsellor working with people who have been through trauma, as well as in all general areas of counselling and mental health. I love watching how God moves in this space - and the growth and transformation that my clients experience as a result. I work in the online counselling and coaching space so I can work with anyone regardless of location or limitation. I offer a free 15- minute video call prior to bookings to allow for you to decide whether I am the counsellor for you. I have trained with the Australian Institute of Family Counselling and I am accredited with the ACA. I have lived experience.
Christian Counsellor working with people who have been through trauma, as well as in all general areas of counselling and mental health. I love watching how God moves in this space - and the growth and transformation that my clients experience as a result. I work in the online counselling and coaching space so I can work with anyone regardless of location or limitation. I offer a free 15- minute video call prior to bookings to allow for you to decide whether I am the counsellor for you. I have trained with the Australian Institute of Family Counselling and I am accredited with the ACA. I have lived experience.
(08) 6835 6271 View (08) 6835 6271
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Isabella Loxton
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Adelaide, SA 5000
People come for all sorts of reasons, this is a safe space for all! Some are going through something specific. Others are in a good place and want to understand themselves better, grow, or finally make a change they've been putting off. Athletes come to work on the mental side of performance. Professionals come when work has started to cost them something. Some people just want a space to think, with someone who'll actually listen. We will use evidence-based practice as our foundation, weaving in a more holistic feel so that therapy is a nuturing and soothing experience.
People come for all sorts of reasons, this is a safe space for all! Some are going through something specific. Others are in a good place and want to understand themselves better, grow, or finally make a change they've been putting off. Athletes come to work on the mental side of performance. Professionals come when work has started to cost them something. Some people just want a space to think, with someone who'll actually listen. We will use evidence-based practice as our foundation, weaving in a more holistic feel so that therapy is a nuturing and soothing experience.
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Mauro Vieira
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy, often in nature, where deep reflection and healing happen naturally. With 15+ years of experience, I support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families facing trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. Originally trained in Brazil, I hold postgraduate qualifications in Art Therapy and Psychological Practice and am a registered Australian psychologist. Let’s work together to help you find clarity and resilience.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy, often in nature, where deep reflection and healing happen naturally. With 15+ years of experience, I support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families facing trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. Originally trained in Brazil, I hold postgraduate qualifications in Art Therapy and Psychological Practice and am a registered Australian psychologist. Let’s work together to help you find clarity and resilience.
(02) 9158 6184 View (02) 9158 6184
Codependency Therapists
What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.

What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.

How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.

What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.