Attachment-based Counselling in Bellerive, TAS

If you're feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain, you're not alone. Many of us struggle with the weight of anxiety, grief, burnout, or unresolved emotional patterns. It’s completely okay to seek support in understanding and healing those parts of yourself. Together, we uncover what matters most to you—your values—and support you in deepening your connection to your Self, your loved ones, your community, and the wider world. We heal emotional wounds, reconnect you with your authentic Self, and support you to develop more meaningful relationships to create deep, fulfilling transformative change.
If you're feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain, you're not alone. Many of us struggle with the weight of anxiety, grief, burnout, or unresolved emotional patterns. It’s completely okay to seek support in understanding and healing those parts of yourself. Together, we uncover what matters most to you—your values—and support you in deepening your connection to your Self, your loved ones, your community, and the wider world. We heal emotional wounds, reconnect you with your authentic Self, and support you to develop more meaningful relationships to create deep, fulfilling transformative change.

I enjoy working with individuals of any age who may find seeking help difficult, and who are concerned that nobody will understand the struggles they face. I can help to alleviate feelings of shame and self-criticism, and provide gentle support to help clients develop greater strength to recover from and overcome obstacles that inhibit the ability to thrive and find contentment. When working with children I provide highly non-directive, play-based support, with an aim to develop their abilities for self-compassion and enable them to securely and effectively navigate the many trials that life inevitably presents over time.
I enjoy working with individuals of any age who may find seeking help difficult, and who are concerned that nobody will understand the struggles they face. I can help to alleviate feelings of shame and self-criticism, and provide gentle support to help clients develop greater strength to recover from and overcome obstacles that inhibit the ability to thrive and find contentment. When working with children I provide highly non-directive, play-based support, with an aim to develop their abilities for self-compassion and enable them to securely and effectively navigate the many trials that life inevitably presents over time.

I love what I do, I am passionate about supporting individuals and couples in navigating the complexities of the mind, relationships, and sexuality. I want to see people thrive and I care about my clients. I strive to help you become your most authentic selves, fostering self-connection and healing from trauma. My therapeutic approach is warm, empathetic, and person-centred, creating a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and desires. I will always find another way to help you and try something new if things don't work. I spend my time increasing my skills to constantly grow.
I love what I do, I am passionate about supporting individuals and couples in navigating the complexities of the mind, relationships, and sexuality. I want to see people thrive and I care about my clients. I strive to help you become your most authentic selves, fostering self-connection and healing from trauma. My therapeutic approach is warm, empathetic, and person-centred, creating a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and desires. I will always find another way to help you and try something new if things don't work. I spend my time increasing my skills to constantly grow.
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I am a qualified psychotherapist, social worker and philosopher working both with clients and as a senior lecturer specialising in somatic, psychodynamic, attachment-based approaches to trauma.
Psychotherapy is more than counselling, psychotherapy is more than talk therapy - as a speciaIist I work in a diversity of ways to support clients undergoing a range of things; from life transitions, to self development and optimisation, to early life trauma. I work with transpersonal, cognitive-behavioural, somatic, and expressive arts therapeutic tools.
I am a qualified psychotherapist, social worker and philosopher working both with clients and as a senior lecturer specialising in somatic, psychodynamic, attachment-based approaches to trauma.
Psychotherapy is more than counselling, psychotherapy is more than talk therapy - as a speciaIist I work in a diversity of ways to support clients undergoing a range of things; from life transitions, to self development and optimisation, to early life trauma. I work with transpersonal, cognitive-behavioural, somatic, and expressive arts therapeutic tools.

Liberty is a dedicated and experienced counsellor committed to providing safe, supportive, and affirming counselling for all individuals seeking support. With five years of experience, they work with people from all walks of life, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, neurodivergent people, youth, those with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
They have experience supporting individuals facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, complex trauma, life transitions, emotional dysregulation, ASD, ADHD, and gender identity.
Liberty is a dedicated and experienced counsellor committed to providing safe, supportive, and affirming counselling for all individuals seeking support. With five years of experience, they work with people from all walks of life, including LGBTQIA+ individuals, neurodivergent people, youth, those with disabilities, and individuals from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
They have experience supporting individuals facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, complex trauma, life transitions, emotional dysregulation, ASD, ADHD, and gender identity.

Self Inquiry Psychotherapy is an invitation to journey within to get to know and understand the inner workings of ourselves. From here we can live more fully and completely, with introspection and self awareness to create our lives authentically.
Jesse provides integrative psychotherapy that is trauma informed, attachment based and incorporates parts work through internal family systems, and somatic psychotherapy. Jesse's work is influenced by Janina Fisher, Pat Ogden, Richard Schwartz, Bessel van der Kolk, Ron Kurtz, and Stephen Porges.
Trans and gender diverse people along with all people from LGBTIQA+ communities are welcome.
Self Inquiry Psychotherapy is an invitation to journey within to get to know and understand the inner workings of ourselves. From here we can live more fully and completely, with introspection and self awareness to create our lives authentically.
Jesse provides integrative psychotherapy that is trauma informed, attachment based and incorporates parts work through internal family systems, and somatic psychotherapy. Jesse's work is influenced by Janina Fisher, Pat Ogden, Richard Schwartz, Bessel van der Kolk, Ron Kurtz, and Stephen Porges.
Trans and gender diverse people along with all people from LGBTIQA+ communities are welcome.

You promised you would not watch online porn or live sex cams again. You feel guilt and shame because you want to stop but cant. You visited a sex worker recently and now you are worried you might have put the health of your family at risk. You plan to spend a short time on dating apps and find yourself spending hours on them, unable to put them down, feeling desperate and hopeless. You have an instant attraction when you meet a particular type of person, believing they are the one. You might be in recovery for alcohol / drug addiction, but your compulsive sexual acting out behaviours have increased and you feel guilt and shame.
You promised you would not watch online porn or live sex cams again. You feel guilt and shame because you want to stop but cant. You visited a sex worker recently and now you are worried you might have put the health of your family at risk. You plan to spend a short time on dating apps and find yourself spending hours on them, unable to put them down, feeling desperate and hopeless. You have an instant attraction when you meet a particular type of person, believing they are the one. You might be in recovery for alcohol / drug addiction, but your compulsive sexual acting out behaviours have increased and you feel guilt and shame.

I am a Teochew person working on Gadigal land, working to decolonise myself and my therapy to offer culturally sensitive and inclusive counselling to people of all cultures and identities. I offer trauma-informed, integrative therapy that will be tailored to your needs, taking into account mind, body, nervous system, emotions and context. I believe in the innate capacity of each person to heal and will work collaboratively with you to uncover and grow this. I have provided holistic counselling and case management support to young people and adults experiencing complex trauma in the not for profit and health sectors since 2015.
I am a Teochew person working on Gadigal land, working to decolonise myself and my therapy to offer culturally sensitive and inclusive counselling to people of all cultures and identities. I offer trauma-informed, integrative therapy that will be tailored to your needs, taking into account mind, body, nervous system, emotions and context. I believe in the innate capacity of each person to heal and will work collaboratively with you to uncover and grow this. I have provided holistic counselling and case management support to young people and adults experiencing complex trauma in the not for profit and health sectors since 2015.

Perception is everything. Every event, situation and even trauma are coloured/perceived according to our emotional experiences. Although we cannot change past experiences we can change our perception and interpretation of them...and that is what leads us on the road t recovery. Imagine a vehicle: car, bike any sort of vehicle and imagine yourself turning ever so slightly the direction of its wheel, your vehicle goes in a totally different direction, the same goes for the mind...See you there...
Perception is everything. Every event, situation and even trauma are coloured/perceived according to our emotional experiences. Although we cannot change past experiences we can change our perception and interpretation of them...and that is what leads us on the road t recovery. Imagine a vehicle: car, bike any sort of vehicle and imagine yourself turning ever so slightly the direction of its wheel, your vehicle goes in a totally different direction, the same goes for the mind...See you there...

I know reaching out can feel like a big step, especially when you're already feeling stretched. It’s completely normal to feel unsure about starting therapy—many people do. But you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just unsure about your next step, I’m here to help. Maybe anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship struggles are weighing you down. Or perhaps you’ve been carrying the impact of past trauma, and you're ready to find relief. Whatever has brought you here, you deserve a space where you feel truly heard, supported, and understood.
I know reaching out can feel like a big step, especially when you're already feeling stretched. It’s completely normal to feel unsure about starting therapy—many people do. But you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just unsure about your next step, I’m here to help. Maybe anxiety, self-doubt, or relationship struggles are weighing you down. Or perhaps you’ve been carrying the impact of past trauma, and you're ready to find relief. Whatever has brought you here, you deserve a space where you feel truly heard, supported, and understood.

Tailored psychological recovery and optimisation sessions for individuals, couples, families, and teams faced with the challenges of life and change. Safety-critical, high-performance environments are our speciality, however anyone motivated to live a rich and meaningful life will be at home working with THRIVE. We are a national company servicing all major & some remote cities across Australia.
Tailored psychological recovery and optimisation sessions for individuals, couples, families, and teams faced with the challenges of life and change. Safety-critical, high-performance environments are our speciality, however anyone motivated to live a rich and meaningful life will be at home working with THRIVE. We are a national company servicing all major & some remote cities across Australia.

Access Health Online BULK BiLLING (Telehealth)
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
Free Bulk Billed Psychology sessions for all Australians via Telehealth or Video. Many clinicians to chose from, all with their own areas of specialities. No wait times! Get your MHCP referral from us too with our Bulk Billed Telehealth GP.
Free Bulk Billed Psychology sessions for all Australians via Telehealth or Video. Many clinicians to chose from, all with their own areas of specialities. No wait times! Get your MHCP referral from us too with our Bulk Billed Telehealth GP.

Welcome to Insight to Action Clinical Psychology! My name is Carolyn and I am a registered Clinical Psychologist and board-approved supervisor. I work with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties from anxiety (including panic), mood, stress, life changes and transitions (such as relationship difficulties/endings, work/career changes or retirement, life stage changes, migration, health changes including living with diabetes (T1DM, LADA and T2DM) and more).
Welcome to Insight to Action Clinical Psychology! My name is Carolyn and I am a registered Clinical Psychologist and board-approved supervisor. I work with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties from anxiety (including panic), mood, stress, life changes and transitions (such as relationship difficulties/endings, work/career changes or retirement, life stage changes, migration, health changes including living with diabetes (T1DM, LADA and T2DM) and more).

I help with anxiety, trauma, PTSD, CPTSD, depression, addiction, grief, and mental health with EMDR, Mindfulness, CBT, and Amino Acid Therapy. This will not only ease symptoms but fundamentally change your life's experience. These methods promise more than healing; they open a door to newfound happiness, energy, and a profound sense of well-being. With Telehealth, access this personalised path from any location, blending convenience with deep, meaningful change. This journey is about rediscovering your inner strength and embracing life with renewed purpose, optimism and reconnected with joy in your daily life.
I help with anxiety, trauma, PTSD, CPTSD, depression, addiction, grief, and mental health with EMDR, Mindfulness, CBT, and Amino Acid Therapy. This will not only ease symptoms but fundamentally change your life's experience. These methods promise more than healing; they open a door to newfound happiness, energy, and a profound sense of well-being. With Telehealth, access this personalised path from any location, blending convenience with deep, meaningful change. This journey is about rediscovering your inner strength and embracing life with renewed purpose, optimism and reconnected with joy in your daily life.

Andrea Smith - Conscious Psychology - EMDR Therapy
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with adults and adolescents, and have a particular interest in the treatment of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, adapting during and after stressful experiences, anxiety, depression, self-worth, and personal growth. I also have significant experience working in the specialised field of perinatal mental health including the treatment of birth traumas, attachment difficulties, the transition into parenting, relationship difficulties and parenting struggles. I offer sessions both In-Person (Hillarys WA) or Online Australia-wide.
I work with adults and adolescents, and have a particular interest in the treatment of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder, adapting during and after stressful experiences, anxiety, depression, self-worth, and personal growth. I also have significant experience working in the specialised field of perinatal mental health including the treatment of birth traumas, attachment difficulties, the transition into parenting, relationship difficulties and parenting struggles. I offer sessions both In-Person (Hillarys WA) or Online Australia-wide.

Lyndy is warm, genuine, accepting, and compassionate preferring to work from a strength and empowerment framework for the client. She offers an insightful, caring, and non- judgemental, outcome focused approach which enables her clients to feel safe and at ease in the counselling environment. Working from a trauma informed viewpoint, Lyndy incorporates a number of counselling approaches using an integrated, client-centred approach, which draws on many contemporary models of counselling. These models include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy and mindfulness practices.
Lyndy is warm, genuine, accepting, and compassionate preferring to work from a strength and empowerment framework for the client. She offers an insightful, caring, and non- judgemental, outcome focused approach which enables her clients to feel safe and at ease in the counselling environment. Working from a trauma informed viewpoint, Lyndy incorporates a number of counselling approaches using an integrated, client-centred approach, which draws on many contemporary models of counselling. These models include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy and mindfulness practices.

Hey, I'm Ess + I'm so stoked you're here. I offer a therapeutic space for rich self-exploration.
Individual therapy - deepen self-understanding, heal old patterns, access your inner resources, and enhance your sense of self.
Relationship counselling for couples, friends or family - strengthen your connection and learn how to collaborate in satisfying ways.
Peer support for queer folks - grow through shared experiences and mutual understanding.
Trauma hurts the way we connect with ourself and others, consciously connecting with ourself and others heals trauma.
Hey, I'm Ess + I'm so stoked you're here. I offer a therapeutic space for rich self-exploration.
Individual therapy - deepen self-understanding, heal old patterns, access your inner resources, and enhance your sense of self.
Relationship counselling for couples, friends or family - strengthen your connection and learn how to collaborate in satisfying ways.
Peer support for queer folks - grow through shared experiences and mutual understanding.
Trauma hurts the way we connect with ourself and others, consciously connecting with ourself and others heals trauma.

As a counselor, I aim to work with clients facing a spectrum of challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and personal identity concerns. I can offer understanding, validation, and support in a safe, empathetic space, desiring a therapeutic relationship founded on trust. If you want to enhance self-awareness, develop healthier coping mechanisms, improve communication skills, and navigate life transitions therapy is the place to do this.
As a counselor, I aim to work with clients facing a spectrum of challenges such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship issues, and personal identity concerns. I can offer understanding, validation, and support in a safe, empathetic space, desiring a therapeutic relationship founded on trust. If you want to enhance self-awareness, develop healthier coping mechanisms, improve communication skills, and navigate life transitions therapy is the place to do this.

Are you feeling anxious, stressed, confused, emotionally overwhelmed? Does life seem overwhelming, unfair, sad, unfulfilling, directionless, hopeless? Do you simply want more from life? You’re not alone. I endeavour to understand what is important for you, which means that I don’t have a one-size-fits-all approach. Using empathy and non-judgement, I listen to understand what life is like for you and to ‘get’ you - what you are thinking and feeling, how the events of life have impacted you, and what you want and need. I create a safe space to be open and real about what you are experiencing.
Are you feeling anxious, stressed, confused, emotionally overwhelmed? Does life seem overwhelming, unfair, sad, unfulfilling, directionless, hopeless? Do you simply want more from life? You’re not alone. I endeavour to understand what is important for you, which means that I don’t have a one-size-fits-all approach. Using empathy and non-judgement, I listen to understand what life is like for you and to ‘get’ you - what you are thinking and feeling, how the events of life have impacted you, and what you want and need. I create a safe space to be open and real about what you are experiencing.

I’m a trauma-informed psychotherapist with lived experience, working with individuals across different life stages and challenges. I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can share freely, without judgment, and feel truly supported.
You deserve to be heard and understood.
I’m a trauma-informed psychotherapist with lived experience, working with individuals across different life stages and challenges. I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can share freely, without judgment, and feel truly supported.
You deserve to be heard and understood.
Nearby Attachment-based Counsellors Searches for Bellerive
- Battery Point
- Glenorchy
- Hobart
- Huonville
- Kingston
- Lenah Valley
- Margate
- New Town
- North Hobart
- Sandy Bay
- South Hobart
- Taroona
Attachment-based Counsellors
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.