Somatic Counselling in Nairne, SA

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Bindi Blacher
Counsellor, AThR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nairne, SA 5252
Supporting you to transform obstacles into new possibilities. Expressive Arts Therapy uses creative expression (visual arts, music, drama, movement, poetry etc) to explore, express and transform human experiences. A combination of verbal counselling and arts-making, it is a gentle and effective way to reflect upon and re-frame life's challenges. A person- centred process, it honors you as the expert in your own life, while offering helpful tools and strategies.
Supporting you to transform obstacles into new possibilities. Expressive Arts Therapy uses creative expression (visual arts, music, drama, movement, poetry etc) to explore, express and transform human experiences. A combination of verbal counselling and arts-making, it is a gentle and effective way to reflect upon and re-frame life's challenges. A person- centred process, it honors you as the expert in your own life, while offering helpful tools and strategies.
(08) 7184 5818 View (08) 7184 5818

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Jacquie Erica Cliff
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Mount Barker, SA 5251
Jacquie Cliff is a Somatic Psychotherapist, Counsellor and couples therapist. Jacquie’s broad knowledge base and expertise enables her to have a deep holistic understanding and approach to the human psyche, physical structure and energetic process. She offers a supportive environment which facilitates awareness for change, growth, healing and connection with self. Underpinning this environment is Jacquie’s empathy, strength and understanding of the challenges life presents.
Jacquie Cliff is a Somatic Psychotherapist, Counsellor and couples therapist. Jacquie’s broad knowledge base and expertise enables her to have a deep holistic understanding and approach to the human psyche, physical structure and energetic process. She offers a supportive environment which facilitates awareness for change, growth, healing and connection with self. Underpinning this environment is Jacquie’s empathy, strength and understanding of the challenges life presents.
(08) 7100 9023 View (08) 7100 9023
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Charlotte Robinson
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Strathalbyn, SA 5255
I specialise in Wellness for Women. Working together, we create a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space in which you can talk about the issues that bring you to counselling. I know that you have the capacity to heal and change. I support you to explore and pinpoint your goals and check in regularly to make sure sessions are heading in the right direction.
I specialise in Wellness for Women. Working together, we create a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space in which you can talk about the issues that bring you to counselling. I know that you have the capacity to heal and change. I support you to explore and pinpoint your goals and check in regularly to make sure sessions are heading in the right direction.
(08) 7730 2035 View (08) 7730 2035
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Priya Rajan
Counsellor, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Mount Barker, SA 5251  (Online Only)
Empowering minds, one conversation at a time. For someone seeking support for mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma-related issues or simply looking for personal growth opportunities in therapy, I am here to walk alongside with my clients through collaboratively created personalised treatment plans tailored to each person's unique strengths, needs and goals. My focus is to delve deeper into the underlying issues, explore past experiences and unconscious patterns that may be contributing to an individual's current struggles and gain valuable insights that facilitate healing and personal growth.
Empowering minds, one conversation at a time. For someone seeking support for mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma-related issues or simply looking for personal growth opportunities in therapy, I am here to walk alongside with my clients through collaboratively created personalised treatment plans tailored to each person's unique strengths, needs and goals. My focus is to delve deeper into the underlying issues, explore past experiences and unconscious patterns that may be contributing to an individual's current struggles and gain valuable insights that facilitate healing and personal growth.
(08) 7170 5929 View (08) 7170 5929
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Kate Jurgens Phd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Mount Barker, SA 5251
I am a specialist grief and bereavement counsellor. I support people to adapt to a significant change in their life following someone close dying. If you are experiencing grief and feel confused, stuck or overwhelmed, call me. I provide a non-judgemental and skilful space that is necessary for positive change. My role is to facilitate this with empathic listening and reflective inquiry. I guide people to create a healing pathway forward.
I am a specialist grief and bereavement counsellor. I support people to adapt to a significant change in their life following someone close dying. If you are experiencing grief and feel confused, stuck or overwhelmed, call me. I provide a non-judgemental and skilful space that is necessary for positive change. My role is to facilitate this with empathic listening and reflective inquiry. I guide people to create a healing pathway forward.
(08) 7008 9037 View (08) 7008 9037

Online Therapists

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Calm Connections Counselling
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Broadview, SA 5083
Welcome to Calm Connections Counselling. Sometimes we face struggles, challenges and obstacles in life where we disconnect and we need help to re-gain connection to our authentic self. You may be grieving a loss, facing difficulties within your family, in your parenting or within relationships. You may have experienced trauma or in a life transition, or perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious and feel like you cannot cope. Working with you, I draw on an integrated approach which encompass body, mind, emotion and spirit while drawing on modalities such as Acceptance Commitment theory, Emotions Focussed and Somatic therapy.
Welcome to Calm Connections Counselling. Sometimes we face struggles, challenges and obstacles in life where we disconnect and we need help to re-gain connection to our authentic self. You may be grieving a loss, facing difficulties within your family, in your parenting or within relationships. You may have experienced trauma or in a life transition, or perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious and feel like you cannot cope. Working with you, I draw on an integrated approach which encompass body, mind, emotion and spirit while drawing on modalities such as Acceptance Commitment theory, Emotions Focussed and Somatic therapy.
(08) 7008 7765 View (08) 7008 7765
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Niki Gelekis
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Beulah Park, SA 5067
The therapeutic modalities I use include Emotionally Focused Therapy, Attachment Based Therapy, Couples Therapy (EFT & Gottman), Family Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Somatic Therapies, Transgenerational Healing, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Radical Exposure Tapping & EMDR Trauma Processing, Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Emotional Freedom Technique.
I am passionate about providing a safe, respectful and therapeutic experience for my clients who are experiencing emotional distress, struggling with their mental health and struggling within their relationships. I offer a holistic approach to evidence based practices helping clients re-pattern their nervous systems to support emotional regulation and connection with self and significant others. The foundations of my work is highly relational and holistically based. I utilise many approaches to help address the impacts of stress and trauma on the brain, nervous system and on interpersonal relationships.
The therapeutic modalities I use include Emotionally Focused Therapy, Attachment Based Therapy, Couples Therapy (EFT & Gottman), Family Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Somatic Therapies, Transgenerational Healing, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Radical Exposure Tapping & EMDR Trauma Processing, Acceptance Commitment Therapy and Emotional Freedom Technique.
I am passionate about providing a safe, respectful and therapeutic experience for my clients who are experiencing emotional distress, struggling with their mental health and struggling within their relationships. I offer a holistic approach to evidence based practices helping clients re-pattern their nervous systems to support emotional regulation and connection with self and significant others. The foundations of my work is highly relational and holistically based. I utilise many approaches to help address the impacts of stress and trauma on the brain, nervous system and on interpersonal relationships.
(08) 7008 9603 View (08) 7008 9603
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Anthea Fraser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Blackwood, SA 5051
As a clinical social worker my clients are eligible to a Medicare rebate with a MHC plan. I bring 40 years experience in counselling, psychology and somatic psychotherapy. I have worked with people of all ages, from all walks of life across the spectrum of issues and life challenges. My broad skills, training and experience enables me to tune in easily with my clients, offering different approaches according to the need. I can work with CBT or other verbal approaches while including tools and strategies to address the issues, or more deeply, to address emotionally based struggles or childhood issues playing out in adult life.
As a clinical social worker my clients are eligible to a Medicare rebate with a MHC plan. I bring 40 years experience in counselling, psychology and somatic psychotherapy. I have worked with people of all ages, from all walks of life across the spectrum of issues and life challenges. My broad skills, training and experience enables me to tune in easily with my clients, offering different approaches according to the need. I can work with CBT or other verbal approaches while including tools and strategies to address the issues, or more deeply, to address emotionally based struggles or childhood issues playing out in adult life.
(08) 7444 4669 View (08) 7444 4669
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Anqi Fu
MA
Verified Verified
Edwardstown, SA 5039
Combining speech pathology with mindfulness-based somatic psychotherapy, I specialize in addressing communication challenges.
Bilingual speech pathologist fluent in Mandarin & English. Specialized services for speech, language, & communication challenges. Tailored interventions for articulation, phonological disorders, language delays & communication difficulties. Empowering clients to reach their potential. Comfortable & inclusive environment. Stay updated with latest advancements. Book now for comprehensive bilingual speech pathology services.
Combining speech pathology with mindfulness-based somatic psychotherapy, I specialize in addressing communication challenges.
Bilingual speech pathologist fluent in Mandarin & English. Specialized services for speech, language, & communication challenges. Tailored interventions for articulation, phonological disorders, language delays & communication difficulties. Empowering clients to reach their potential. Comfortable & inclusive environment. Stay updated with latest advancements. Book now for comprehensive bilingual speech pathology services.
(03) 9111 5337 View (03) 9111 5337
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Stephanie Carter
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Happy Valley, SA 5159
I use a combination of narrative, mindfulness-based, cognitive behavioural and somatic approaches, which I tailor to individuals I work with depending on their personal preferences, interest and comfort and what is best suited to the areas being addressed.
I work one to one with people aged 18 and over who are seeking support with issues such as: domestic violence & abuse; relationship boundaries; self-compassion & self-esteem; trauma (including early life trauma); life transitions and grief & loss. Currently I am working via telehealth/phone or walk and talk (outside) appointments but am taking expressions of interest for people who may prefer to work face to face indoors.
I use a combination of narrative, mindfulness-based, cognitive behavioural and somatic approaches, which I tailor to individuals I work with depending on their personal preferences, interest and comfort and what is best suited to the areas being addressed.
I work one to one with people aged 18 and over who are seeking support with issues such as: domestic violence & abuse; relationship boundaries; self-compassion & self-esteem; trauma (including early life trauma); life transitions and grief & loss. Currently I am working via telehealth/phone or walk and talk (outside) appointments but am taking expressions of interest for people who may prefer to work face to face indoors.
(08) 7184 0538 View (08) 7184 0538
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Shani Jae Prideaux
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salisbury, SA 5108
Integrating various therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapy, emotion, and somatic therapies, Brainspotting and parts work, and others.
Each person's journey toward well-being is unique, so I strive to create a safe and welcoming space where you can explore your concerns and goals. Using an integrated approach to support you in achieving optimal mental and emotional health. Grounding evidence-based practices AND tailoring to your needs. I work with people of all ages and walks of life, but have extensive experience in positive parenting coaching, working with young people in high schools, and also in drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Caring is stressful, growing up can be tricky, and no one gets through life unscathed and without their own traumas.
Integrating various therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapy, emotion, and somatic therapies, Brainspotting and parts work, and others.
Each person's journey toward well-being is unique, so I strive to create a safe and welcoming space where you can explore your concerns and goals. Using an integrated approach to support you in achieving optimal mental and emotional health. Grounding evidence-based practices AND tailoring to your needs. I work with people of all ages and walks of life, but have extensive experience in positive parenting coaching, working with young people in high schools, and also in drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Caring is stressful, growing up can be tricky, and no one gets through life unscathed and without their own traumas.
(08) 8465 1726 View (08) 8465 1726
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Alexandra Frost | Director - Attuned Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
North Adelaide, SA 5006
As a performer myself with research and clinical experience in performance and clinical psychology, I have a passion for working with creatives and performers bringing ACT mindfulness-based, somatic and systemic approaches to understanding the wonderful and complex life of a creative.
Hello, I'm Alexandra Frost (prefer Alex), Director and Principal Clinical Psychologist at Attuned Psychology, an established group practice with locations in North Adelaide and Glenelg. I am experienced in working with adolescents, adults, couples, performers and the LGBTQIA+ community both face to face and online. I look forward to working with you in a way that respects your uniqueness, wisdom, vulnerability, courage, and creativity. In 26 + years, I’ve developed an approach that helps me deepen my knowledge and understanding of what shapes your mental health and relationships, always bringing authenticity and presence.
As a performer myself with research and clinical experience in performance and clinical psychology, I have a passion for working with creatives and performers bringing ACT mindfulness-based, somatic and systemic approaches to understanding the wonderful and complex life of a creative.
Hello, I'm Alexandra Frost (prefer Alex), Director and Principal Clinical Psychologist at Attuned Psychology, an established group practice with locations in North Adelaide and Glenelg. I am experienced in working with adolescents, adults, couples, performers and the LGBTQIA+ community both face to face and online. I look forward to working with you in a way that respects your uniqueness, wisdom, vulnerability, courage, and creativity. In 26 + years, I’ve developed an approach that helps me deepen my knowledge and understanding of what shapes your mental health and relationships, always bringing authenticity and presence.
(08) 7008 9473 View (08) 7008 9473
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Dr Koren Ganas
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Magill, SA 5072  (Online Only)
Reaching out to connect with a psychologist can be intimidating, but it does not have to be. When you connect with my practice, we will discuss your needs and focus on you as a whole person. We will collaborate on creating individually tailored services to meet your unique needs.
Reaching out to connect with a psychologist can be intimidating, but it does not have to be. When you connect with my practice, we will discuss your needs and focus on you as a whole person. We will collaborate on creating individually tailored services to meet your unique needs.
(08) 6834 7305 View (08) 6834 7305
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Anahata counselling
Psychotherapist, MC, PACFA
Verified Verified
Adelaide, SA 5000  (Online Only)
I am an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor specialising in addiction and trauma. With a strong person-centered and holistic approach, I combine various therapeutic techniques to encourage one’s healing and understanding of self. I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore all facets of themselves, supporting them to find peace and stability amidst life’s challenges. I can work with you on a range of life's issues and I am deeply committed to creating safety and care within the therapeutic relationship. There is no need to struggle alone.
I am an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor specialising in addiction and trauma. With a strong person-centered and holistic approach, I combine various therapeutic techniques to encourage one’s healing and understanding of self. I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore all facets of themselves, supporting them to find peace and stability amidst life’s challenges. I can work with you on a range of life's issues and I am deeply committed to creating safety and care within the therapeutic relationship. There is no need to struggle alone.
(08) 7078 8233 View (08) 7078 8233
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Rory Nicholas Ellendon
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Nuriootpa, SA 5355
Former educator and school principal, Rory Ellendon has a lifetime of working with and mentoring people and a passion for helping them reach their full potential. As a fully qualified Life Coach and Counsellor he has carried this passion forward to create a service designed to help people heal the wounds of the past and to help them to more fully realize their potential, pleasure and sense of purpose in life. Rory’s qualifications include a Bachelor of Education, a Graduate Diploma in School Counselling, a Graduate Diploma in Theology, a Masters in Counselling and a Diploma in Life Coaching.
Former educator and school principal, Rory Ellendon has a lifetime of working with and mentoring people and a passion for helping them reach their full potential. As a fully qualified Life Coach and Counsellor he has carried this passion forward to create a service designed to help people heal the wounds of the past and to help them to more fully realize their potential, pleasure and sense of purpose in life. Rory’s qualifications include a Bachelor of Education, a Graduate Diploma in School Counselling, a Graduate Diploma in Theology, a Masters in Counselling and a Diploma in Life Coaching.
(08) 7523 4584 View (08) 7523 4584
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Alithea Health
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Adelaide, SA 5000
It’s a true act of courage to recognise you don’t always have the resources to meet every challenge life brings your way. That’s where professional guidance is invaluable. A trusted counsellor is on your side, helping you navigate the inevitable changes life brings – so you can move through them gently and safely, and discover your best self.
It’s a true act of courage to recognise you don’t always have the resources to meet every challenge life brings your way. That’s where professional guidance is invaluable. A trusted counsellor is on your side, helping you navigate the inevitable changes life brings – so you can move through them gently and safely, and discover your best self.
(08) 7008 7963 View (08) 7008 7963
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Anisa Varasteh
Psychotherapist, MSc, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
North Adelaide, SA 5006
I am an accredited clinical sexologist and current President of Society of Australian Sexologists. Our clients are successful, high-achieving individuals and couples who often describe their intimate life as the missing piece of their personal puzzle. I see a handful of clients and specialise in sexual confidence, non-normative sexual practices and intimacy in long-term relationships. I see clients face-to-face in North Adelaide or online via Zoom.
I am an accredited clinical sexologist and current President of Society of Australian Sexologists. Our clients are successful, high-achieving individuals and couples who often describe their intimate life as the missing piece of their personal puzzle. I see a handful of clients and specialise in sexual confidence, non-normative sexual practices and intimacy in long-term relationships. I see clients face-to-face in North Adelaide or online via Zoom.
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Mandy Mark-Seymour
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Adelaide, SA 5000
Hello, I'm Mandy. I am passionate about supporting people to make sense and meaning of their lives. I work with people from all walks of life and with issues and concerns ranging from grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression, all forms of addictions, relationships and more. My approach is to walk alongside you as we navigate your circumstances, whether that be a crisis or a desire to understand yourself more deeply.
Hello, I'm Mandy. I am passionate about supporting people to make sense and meaning of their lives. I work with people from all walks of life and with issues and concerns ranging from grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, anxiety, depression, all forms of addictions, relationships and more. My approach is to walk alongside you as we navigate your circumstances, whether that be a crisis or a desire to understand yourself more deeply.
(08) 7008 7898 View (08) 7008 7898
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Rob Salmon
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Colonel Light Gardens, SA 5041
Rob's counselling is person-centered approach with a desire to help people to move through their past into a better future. Rob works well with singles, couples & families with a deep understanding of men's issues. Rob is an accredited Prepare/Enrich Counsellor. - working with pre-marriage and marriage/ relationships. Working with men's issues have been a common theme within Rob's counselling practice. Rob seeks to understand the issues underlying the behaviours. Understanding of the past gives hope for the future.
Rob's counselling is person-centered approach with a desire to help people to move through their past into a better future. Rob works well with singles, couples & families with a deep understanding of men's issues. Rob is an accredited Prepare/Enrich Counsellor. - working with pre-marriage and marriage/ relationships. Working with men's issues have been a common theme within Rob's counselling practice. Rob seeks to understand the issues underlying the behaviours. Understanding of the past gives hope for the future.
(08) 7228 0475 View (08) 7228 0475
Psychological Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Payneham, SA 5070
Dual qualified as a psychologist and accredited mental health social worker. I'm here to supportively collaborate with you to navigate through mental health, trauma and life challenges. My passion for understanding and improving mental health is demonstrated in the way I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals facing a wide range of psychological challenges. My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing from cognitive-behavioural, psychodynamic, attachment and strengths-based perspectives to personalise treatment plans which meet your unique needs and strengths.
Dual qualified as a psychologist and accredited mental health social worker. I'm here to supportively collaborate with you to navigate through mental health, trauma and life challenges. My passion for understanding and improving mental health is demonstrated in the way I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals facing a wide range of psychological challenges. My therapeutic style is integrative, drawing from cognitive-behavioural, psychodynamic, attachment and strengths-based perspectives to personalise treatment plans which meet your unique needs and strengths.
(08) 7008 7715 View (08) 7008 7715

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Somatic Counsellors

How does somatic therapy work?

Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.

Is EMDR a somatic therapy?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.

Is somatic therapy evidence-based?

Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.

What is somatic trauma therapy?

Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.