Counselling in Surfers Paradise, QLD

Sarah is a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 12 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD. Her motto is simple: “Supporting clients in creating authentic power within themselves and in turn being able to make what was once difficult, easier”.

We offer 100% customised treatment plan, combining specific self-exploration and mindfulness, with the result of feeling less stuck and being able to move forward in life using inner strengths long term. A powerful new psychotherapy based on cutting-edge research into how the human mind works (3rd wave CBT), called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, is used to create a meaningful life (perspectives and values) and skills. It has been clinically proven to be successful in a wide range of psychological problems such as Anxiety, trauma, self/shame, depression, stress, bullying, emotions/anger/grief, sleep, and suicidal thoughts.

I'm a trauma-informed counsellor. My passion lies in helping people navigate through the challenges in their lives, feel empowered and find hope again. I have worked with a range of clients experiencing trauma, mental health challenges, relational conflict, spiritual and cross-cultural challenges. I offer an integrative approach in my therapeutic work to meet your unique individual needs. I incorporate evidence-based psychotherapy including Attachment-based Therapy, IFS, Trauma-Informed Expressive Art Therapy, ACT and Somatic Therapy. I also offer Christian counselling to those who are looking for a Christian counsellor.

There is a finality to symptoms such as insecurity, depression, anger and anxiety. Exploring one’s psyche can lead us on a path of transformation, creativity, authenticity to oneself and healing. Jungian therapy is a process suited to anyone with an interest in knowing more about themselves. As Jung said “one does not become enlightened by imagining figures of light, but by making the darkness conscious” and so Jungian therapy is a journey of awakening inner aspects one may not have realised they carried, aspects brought forth which may have hindered a connection to ourselves and to others.

Family violence support I offer is empathy, psyhoeducation, harm minimisation strategies, safety plans, networking to provide the best support and therapeutic interventions catered for the clients needs. Including self worth, self esteem and gaining resilience power and control over situations. My knowledge highlights work from safe and together a family violence intervention.

I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist with an extensive knowledge of working with adults undergoing stress, trauma and crises. I work within a leading edge relational, embodied and psychospiritual context, primarily focused on the unconscious informed by transference and countertransference dynamics. I specialise in working with deep trauma and am skilled at tolerating difficult states, such as profound despair, that, for example, intense self hatred can lead us to. When we lose our own value and meaning in life we can spiral into a black hole.

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.

Larne is an experienced and accomplished Child, Adult, and Family Psychologist, Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, and Parent Coordinator. She is the founder and Principal Psychologist at Positive Families Psychology and the creator of the Confident Kids and Teens program. With over 15 years of dedicated experience in psychology and mediation, Larne possesses exceptional knowledge in child development and adult mental health.

If you or your child are facing personal or relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss or isolation our professional counselling services can help. Our experienced, accredited and highly skilled practitioners see people who are wanting to make changes, increase peace in their life, build better relationships, or develop tools and strategies to deal with life’s challenges. We are committed to provide you with the highest level of respect, care and safety. We acknowledge diversity of beliefs, values and perspectives within our community while working to support you where you are now and your journey ahead.

I work with adults experiencing a range of symptoms including anxiety, depression, PTSD, CPTSD, lack of confidence/self-esteem, difficulties making decisions or difficulties in relationships. Many clients reports a sense of feeling inauthentic, not in contact with who they really are and unable to experience and listen to the wisdom of their emotions.

Hello and welcome! My name is Jodie Mitchell and I’m delighted you’ve stopped by to learn a bit more about me. With 12 years of experience as a Registered Psychologist in North Brisbane, I’ve had the wonderful opportunity to work with both youth and adults, helping them navigate through various mental health challenges. It’s a journey that requires courage and resilience, and I feel privileged to support my clients every step of the way.

I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker offering in-person counselling in Brisbane and online. I work with individuals, couples and families. My approach is caring, respectful and down to earth. I have a great belief in your capacity to heal and recover from your struggles and past traumas. My first goal in therapy is to ensure a safe relationship for you to explore your feelings and issues and to develop the capacity to better manage these issues and feelings I have a deep appreciation for the importance of our close personal relationships to our well-being and this is one of the reasons why I also embrace couples work.

We are a team of 40 dedicated and nonjudgmental practitioners. We work with adults, kids, teens, families and couples. We help our clients find better ways to manage anxiety, depression, stress and burnout, addiction, trauma, and relationship conflicts. We offer various therapies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), the Gottman Method, Nonviolent Communication (NVC) mediation, and Emotion Focussed Couples Therapy.

Cynthia is offering Face2Face sessions at 13 Vanessa Boulevard, Springwood & Telehealth, including EMDR Online. Cynthia is passionate about working with people, from all walks of life, who have experienced complex trauma and uncovering their path to post-traumatic growth. For those who may be experiencing depression, anxiety, attachment or dissociative disorders, PTSD, personality, gender and identity issues, anger, substance misuse, or gambling problems and want change, Artemis can help. Remote & F2F sessions of the Safe & Sound Protocol by Dr Stephen Porges are now available. Book online here: W:artemispsychologyservices/contact

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.

Looking to move forward and make confident decisions about what it is you actually want in life? Seeking to explore yourself in ways you might not have imagined? Wanting to understand more about your current relationships and how they are impacting you? Counselling can support you in all these ways and in other areas that you may wish to discuss in a confidential setting. One is respected and valued for their beliefs and choices at RelationshipConnect.Org

You will notice significant progress after about three sessions, with long-lasting changes. Are you feeling overwhelmed or your ability to function is limited? Have you suffered trauma and you think this is holding you back from living your best life? Do you have panic attacks, feel depressed or been abused? Do you feel that you need better communication, resolution skills and a strengthened bond between you and your significant one? My approach is to discover what your emotions or physical symptoms are trying to tell you, and how you can listen to them to get the answers you need in taking the direction you wish. Please email me.

Hello! My name is Liane, and I am a Psychologist who enjoys working with people seeking to better understand themselves and manage challenges they may be facing to create a better life for themselves. In our sessions goals are collaboratively decided, with treatment being tailored to your specific needs. I am a curious individual who aims to be a non-judgmental, compassionate, warm and reliable therapist. I strive to create a safe place from individuals to engage in self-reflection, development of insight and healing.