Internal Family Systems (IFS) Psychologists and Therapists in Port Adelaide, SA
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.
Specialised in fields of HSP and Trauma Work, MiCBT, Mindfulness, Self Compassion, DBT, EMDR, IFS, Art Therapy.
Client centred, versatile, trained in trauma work, using frameworks including MiCBT and CBT, ACT, MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction), MSC (Mindful Self-Compassion), DBT, EMDR, IFS, Mindfulness and Energy Therapy. In addition to Trauma informed retreats for women and MSC teacher, I run workshops and the 8-week MSC course (with CPD for professionals).
Specialised in fields of HSP and Trauma Work, MiCBT, Mindfulness, Self Compassion, DBT, EMDR, IFS, Art Therapy.
Client centred, versatile, trained in trauma work, using frameworks including MiCBT and CBT, ACT, MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction), MSC (Mindful Self-Compassion), DBT, EMDR, IFS, Mindfulness and Energy Therapy. In addition to Trauma informed retreats for women and MSC teacher, I run workshops and the 8-week MSC course (with CPD for professionals).
I help people navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, stress, depression, relationship or family issues, bullying, and trauma. I believe everyone has the potential to grow and change, and my goal is to help you discover new ways of thinking, feeling, and coping.
I help people navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, stress, depression, relationship or family issues, bullying, and trauma. I believe everyone has the potential to grow and change, and my goal is to help you discover new ways of thinking, feeling, and coping.
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Hi, I’m an Accredited Social Worker and Counsellor with a strong commitment to supporting individuals on their healing journey. I hold dual Master’s degrees in Social Work and Counselling, and I am an approved counsellor with Victim Services.
I have extensive experience supporting people who have experienced trauma, with a particular focus on domestic violence and sexual assault. I also bring many years of clinical experience working with individuals impacted by mental healt h concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress and complex PTSD etc.
Hi, I’m an Accredited Social Worker and Counsellor with a strong commitment to supporting individuals on their healing journey. I hold dual Master’s degrees in Social Work and Counselling, and I am an approved counsellor with Victim Services.
I have extensive experience supporting people who have experienced trauma, with a particular focus on domestic violence and sexual assault. I also bring many years of clinical experience working with individuals impacted by mental healt h concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress and complex PTSD etc.
Hi I’m Sarah, I’m a registered psychologist who’s passionate about creating a space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported just as you are. I approach our work with curiosity, warmth, and respect and strive to help people connect with their values, moving towards a life that feels more fulfilling and authentic. I’m about building a warm, inclusive, and non-judgemental space, and take a flexible approach to therapy and believe in collaborating together every step of the way.
Hi I’m Sarah, I’m a registered psychologist who’s passionate about creating a space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported just as you are. I approach our work with curiosity, warmth, and respect and strive to help people connect with their values, moving towards a life that feels more fulfilling and authentic. I’m about building a warm, inclusive, and non-judgemental space, and take a flexible approach to therapy and believe in collaborating together every step of the way.
Centred Wellness is an online trauma‑informed counselling and psychotherapy practice supporting adults across Australia. I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in old patterns that no longer serve them. Many come to therapy during times of transition, emotional intensity, or when something inside is asking for attention. I offer a calm, grounded space to explore these experiences with safety and curiosity. Together, we make sense of protective patterns, support your nervous system, and help you reconnect with clarity, steadiness, and a deeper sense of self.
Centred Wellness is an online trauma‑informed counselling and psychotherapy practice supporting adults across Australia. I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in old patterns that no longer serve them. Many come to therapy during times of transition, emotional intensity, or when something inside is asking for attention. I offer a calm, grounded space to explore these experiences with safety and curiosity. Together, we make sense of protective patterns, support your nervous system, and help you reconnect with clarity, steadiness, and a deeper sense of self.
Can you relate to either of these statements? “I’m so over hurtful relationships. I’m starting to think I’ll be single forever” "We can’t keep fighting like this. If something doesn’t change we’re headed for a breakup” If you can relate to the pain of struggling in a relationship, you’re not alone. If you’re an individual in relationship pain, I can help you overcome your past relationship hurts, understand your blocks to intimacy, and help you create a successful long-term relationship. If you’re a couple, I can help you resolve long-standing issues and rebuild the loving, intimate and harmonious relationship you once had.
Can you relate to either of these statements? “I’m so over hurtful relationships. I’m starting to think I’ll be single forever” "We can’t keep fighting like this. If something doesn’t change we’re headed for a breakup” If you can relate to the pain of struggling in a relationship, you’re not alone. If you’re an individual in relationship pain, I can help you overcome your past relationship hurts, understand your blocks to intimacy, and help you create a successful long-term relationship. If you’re a couple, I can help you resolve long-standing issues and rebuild the loving, intimate and harmonious relationship you once had.
Drawing from ACT, IFS, CBT, attachment theory, psychoeducation, and trauma-informed techniques, I adapt methods to what works for you.
My clients seek specialised support for sexual concerns that are hard to discuss. You may face painful sex, low desire, performance anxiety, intimacy struggles, experiencing problematic sexual behaviours, or are healing from sexual trauma. You need proper sexology training—not generic therapy. You want to reclaim confidence, heal shame, and rebuild intimacy. I'm a psychotherapist and sex therapist with formal sexology qualifications (MCouns, GradCertSexol), Registered Australian Counselling Association, member of the Society of Australian Sexologists. Trauma-informed, compassionate, judgment-free.
Drawing from ACT, IFS, CBT, attachment theory, psychoeducation, and trauma-informed techniques, I adapt methods to what works for you.
My clients seek specialised support for sexual concerns that are hard to discuss. You may face painful sex, low desire, performance anxiety, intimacy struggles, experiencing problematic sexual behaviours, or are healing from sexual trauma. You need proper sexology training—not generic therapy. You want to reclaim confidence, heal shame, and rebuild intimacy. I'm a psychotherapist and sex therapist with formal sexology qualifications (MCouns, GradCertSexol), Registered Australian Counselling Association, member of the Society of Australian Sexologists. Trauma-informed, compassionate, judgment-free.
I work with individuals facing overwhelming situations that result in emotional distress. I specialise in working with the complex issues of chronic health conditions (e.g. endometriosis, PCOS, adenomyosis, MND, MS, cancer), chronic pain, and trauma. I help people overcome isolation, loneliness, grief, loss of identity, self-worth issues, and negative body image. For more information, please visit my website, and if you would like to chat via phone, kindly book a consultation through the website so I can ensure I have the time and space to give you my full attention. Rural and remote clients welcome through telehealth.
I work with individuals facing overwhelming situations that result in emotional distress. I specialise in working with the complex issues of chronic health conditions (e.g. endometriosis, PCOS, adenomyosis, MND, MS, cancer), chronic pain, and trauma. I help people overcome isolation, loneliness, grief, loss of identity, self-worth issues, and negative body image. For more information, please visit my website, and if you would like to chat via phone, kindly book a consultation through the website so I can ensure I have the time and space to give you my full attention. Rural and remote clients welcome through telehealth.
I organically blend my somatic work with trauma trained approaches and modalities such as IFS, Narrative, EFT and CBT.
I work with all adults with a range of challenges. I’m a huge advocate of somatic work for supporting people to understand and shift long-standing emotional and behavioural patterns.
I often support clients presenting with:
• anxiety and chronic stress
• depression, dissociation and numbness
• body image and eating disorders
• attachment-related patterns
• relational difficulties
• burnout and emotional dysregulation.
I often work with women on a range of issues, and with couples needing relationship support. I also love working with men who need help accessing and expressing long lost parts of themselves.
I organically blend my somatic work with trauma trained approaches and modalities such as IFS, Narrative, EFT and CBT.
I work with all adults with a range of challenges. I’m a huge advocate of somatic work for supporting people to understand and shift long-standing emotional and behavioural patterns.
I often support clients presenting with:
• anxiety and chronic stress
• depression, dissociation and numbness
• body image and eating disorders
• attachment-related patterns
• relational difficulties
• burnout and emotional dysregulation.
I often work with women on a range of issues, and with couples needing relationship support. I also love working with men who need help accessing and expressing long lost parts of themselves.
I also offer parts ( IFS) & plenty space to talk & reflect.
I'm a fully certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner & social work counsellor (NB trans), with over 20 years' experience working in community services. My work is grounded in social justice and liberatory practices that support self-agency, joy, pleasure & empowerment. I have a deep interest in relational & social trauma and use a somatic approach that acknowledges the external forces of power and harm. Our bodies hold protective patterns (or felt senses) in response to early attachment wounds, traumatic experiences, relational disruptions and structural pressures - together we work to safely integrate and release these patterns.
I also offer parts ( IFS) & plenty space to talk & reflect.
I'm a fully certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner & social work counsellor (NB trans), with over 20 years' experience working in community services. My work is grounded in social justice and liberatory practices that support self-agency, joy, pleasure & empowerment. I have a deep interest in relational & social trauma and use a somatic approach that acknowledges the external forces of power and harm. Our bodies hold protective patterns (or felt senses) in response to early attachment wounds, traumatic experiences, relational disruptions and structural pressures - together we work to safely integrate and release these patterns.
CBT/ACT/ IFS/Schema Therapy for ADHD, anxiety and depression.
Dr Arthur Stabolidis is a Clinical Psychologist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, ADHD, chronic pain, stress, and life transitions. His approach is practical, collaborative, and evidence-based. His therapy is focused on helping you build skills you can use outside the therapy room, not just gain insight inside it.
Sessions are structured, thoughtful, and paced to suit you, whether you’re looking for relief from symptoms, better emotional regulation, or a clearer sense of direction.
CBT/ACT/ IFS/Schema Therapy for ADHD, anxiety and depression.
Dr Arthur Stabolidis is a Clinical Psychologist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, ADHD, chronic pain, stress, and life transitions. His approach is practical, collaborative, and evidence-based. His therapy is focused on helping you build skills you can use outside the therapy room, not just gain insight inside it.
Sessions are structured, thoughtful, and paced to suit you, whether you’re looking for relief from symptoms, better emotional regulation, or a clearer sense of direction.
Dana Lejeune is passionate about supporting young people experiencing difficulties. She works with a trauma- informed framework to priorities creating an environment of safety, connection, and understanding.
Connection and safety, compassion and understanding of the difficulties, opens a supportive therapy space to gain insight into patterns of difficulties.
With over 20 years experience in education, Dana has a comprehensive knowledge of learning, schooling systems, and developmental difficulties.
Support for schools and learning difficulties, and experiences of trauma.
Dana Lejeune is passionate about supporting young people experiencing difficulties. She works with a trauma- informed framework to priorities creating an environment of safety, connection, and understanding.
Connection and safety, compassion and understanding of the difficulties, opens a supportive therapy space to gain insight into patterns of difficulties.
With over 20 years experience in education, Dana has a comprehensive knowledge of learning, schooling systems, and developmental difficulties.
Support for schools and learning difficulties, and experiences of trauma.
My ideal client is looking for a holistic approach to modern-day therapy. They are want to deepen their connection between body, mind and emotions. They are looking to create awareness around the parts of themselves that need to be re-integrated to create a more centred self. They are looking for the tools to feel empowered to continue regulating even after they leave our therapy session. They are looking for a non-judgemental space to explore your inner and outer landscapes.
My ideal client is looking for a holistic approach to modern-day therapy. They are want to deepen their connection between body, mind and emotions. They are looking to create awareness around the parts of themselves that need to be re-integrated to create a more centred self. They are looking for the tools to feel empowered to continue regulating even after they leave our therapy session. They are looking for a non-judgemental space to explore your inner and outer landscapes.
Dr Jaqueline Dias is a registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist with extensive experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and couples. She holds a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology from Middlesex University, London, and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from the Cairnmillar Institute, Melbourne. Dr Dias works with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships, using CBT, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, and IFS approaches. She is passionate about helping clients build resilience and create meaningful, fulfilling lives. Available Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
Dr Jaqueline Dias is a registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist with extensive experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and couples. She holds a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology from Middlesex University, London, and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology from the Cairnmillar Institute, Melbourne. Dr Dias works with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationships, using CBT, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, and IFS approaches. She is passionate about helping clients build resilience and create meaningful, fulfilling lives. Available Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
Many people I work with suffer from various forms of anxiety, including obsessive thoughts, social anxiety, as well as issues with body image, relationships, and life transitions. Generally, those I work with are feeling “stuck” and are at a point where they long for or are desperate for relief. I help people regain a deeper connection with themselves and others and support them in moving forward to experience more peace and contentment in their life. I welcome neuro-diversity, and individuals who feel they navigate life a bit differently than others!
Many people I work with suffer from various forms of anxiety, including obsessive thoughts, social anxiety, as well as issues with body image, relationships, and life transitions. Generally, those I work with are feeling “stuck” and are at a point where they long for or are desperate for relief. I help people regain a deeper connection with themselves and others and support them in moving forward to experience more peace and contentment in their life. I welcome neuro-diversity, and individuals who feel they navigate life a bit differently than others!
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Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm a trans non-binary and multiple neurodivergent Supervisor, Creative/Experiential Therapist and Counsellor with a lived experience of chronic illness. I have white Anglophone privilege and settler privilege. I experience marginalisation due to living in cisgenderist, binary, neurotypical-centred society. I am very passionate about disability rights, the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health. I am vegan and love animals. My core values; connection, expression, creativity, imagination, curiosity, authenticity, courage, empowerment, community, liberation and autonomy
Please Contact Me Via Email Not Phone
Hi, I'm Rae (they/them) and I'm a trans non-binary and multiple neurodivergent Supervisor, Creative/Experiential Therapist and Counsellor with a lived experience of chronic illness. I have white Anglophone privilege and settler privilege. I experience marginalisation due to living in cisgenderist, binary, neurotypical-centred society. I am very passionate about disability rights, the LGBTQIA+ community and mental health. I am vegan and love animals. My core values; connection, expression, creativity, imagination, curiosity, authenticity, courage, empowerment, community, liberation and autonomy
I integrate parts-based ( IFS-informed) therapy and Somatic Experiencing to support deeper, lasting change.
You promised yourself you’d stop porn or cam use, but feel unable to. Guilt and shame follow. You may have seen a sex worker and worry about your family’s health. Dating apps take over your time. You feel intense attraction quickly, chasing “the one.” In recovery from substances, but sexual behaviours have increased.
I integrate parts-based ( IFS-informed) therapy and Somatic Experiencing to support deeper, lasting change.
You promised yourself you’d stop porn or cam use, but feel unable to. Guilt and shame follow. You may have seen a sex worker and worry about your family’s health. Dating apps take over your time. You feel intense attraction quickly, chasing “the one.” In recovery from substances, but sexual behaviours have increased.
Hi, I’m Hannah, a counsellor and psychotherapist passionate about supporting you through life's difficulties. Whether you’re feeling stuck, experiencing grief, navigating relationships, or looking to deepen self-awareness, I provide a safe space for you to be heard and tell your story. I take a humanistic, strengths-based, and holistic approach, helping you reconnect with your inner resources and cultivate resilience. Together we can work together to help you feel empowered, self-aware, and ready to take meaningful steps towards a fulfilling life. I use a variety of tools to support you: mindfulness, somatic therapy, focusing & ACT
Hi, I’m Hannah, a counsellor and psychotherapist passionate about supporting you through life's difficulties. Whether you’re feeling stuck, experiencing grief, navigating relationships, or looking to deepen self-awareness, I provide a safe space for you to be heard and tell your story. I take a humanistic, strengths-based, and holistic approach, helping you reconnect with your inner resources and cultivate resilience. Together we can work together to help you feel empowered, self-aware, and ready to take meaningful steps towards a fulfilling life. I use a variety of tools to support you: mindfulness, somatic therapy, focusing & ACT
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What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.
How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.
Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.
How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.