Trauma and PTSD Psychologists and Therapists in Margate, TAS

Hedwig van Wijk
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Margate, TAS 7054
I have extensive experience working in both South Africa and Australia, which has provided me with a deep understanding of change, experience of loss and trauma and the subsequent impact on mental health and overall well-being.
I am committed to fostering personal growth, resilience and healthy relationships in individuals, communities and vulnerable populations. I am passionate about supporting others through changes in circumstances and mood. This includes palliative care, bereavement and loss. I have expertise in dealing with trauma and newly developed techniques, e.g. BWRT.
I have extensive experience working in both South Africa and Australia, which has provided me with a deep understanding of change, experience of loss and trauma and the subsequent impact on mental health and overall well-being.
I am committed to fostering personal growth, resilience and healthy relationships in individuals, communities and vulnerable populations. I am passionate about supporting others through changes in circumstances and mood. This includes palliative care, bereavement and loss. I have expertise in dealing with trauma and newly developed techniques, e.g. BWRT.
(03) 6163 1066 View (03) 6163 1066
Anna Hopwood
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I have particular interest in Compassion Focussed Therapy, a trauma sensitive approach based on evolutionary neuroscience, social psychology, and Buddhist psychology.
I enjoy working with individuals of any age who may find it difficult to seek help and who are concerned that nobody will understand their struggles. I can help to alleviate feelings of shame and self-criticism, providing gentle support to help clients develop greater strength to recover from and overcome obstacles that inhibit the ability to thrive and find contentment.
I have particular interest in Compassion Focussed Therapy, a trauma sensitive approach based on evolutionary neuroscience, social psychology, and Buddhist psychology.
I enjoy working with individuals of any age who may find it difficult to seek help and who are concerned that nobody will understand their struggles. I can help to alleviate feelings of shame and self-criticism, providing gentle support to help clients develop greater strength to recover from and overcome obstacles that inhibit the ability to thrive and find contentment.
(03) 6173 3787 View (03) 6173 3787
Daniel Silver
Psychotherapist, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with people experiencing a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression and grief, as well as difficulties related to trauma, attachment and mental illness.
The way I approach helping with these difficulties is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore your experience in depth, while drawing on my skills and expertise to guide a therapeutic process aimed at meaningful and lasting change.
I work with people experiencing a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression and grief, as well as difficulties related to trauma, attachment and mental illness.
The way I approach helping with these difficulties is to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore your experience in depth, while drawing on my skills and expertise to guide a therapeutic process aimed at meaningful and lasting change.
(03) 6159 0102 View (03) 6159 0102
Child & Family Therapist | Freja Heather
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am client-centred and trauma-informed.
Hi, I'm Freja. Home is the beautiful Huon Valley, where I live with my family and have the privilege of supporting children, teens, parents, and families across Australia. With a warm and gentle approach, I offer personalised counselling that helps people feel understood, build resilience, strengthen relationships, and thrive. I'd love to walk alongside you and your family.
I am client-centred and trauma-informed.
Hi, I'm Freja. Home is the beautiful Huon Valley, where I live with my family and have the privilege of supporting children, teens, parents, and families across Australia. With a warm and gentle approach, I offer personalised counselling that helps people feel understood, build resilience, strengthen relationships, and thrive. I'd love to walk alongside you and your family.
(03) 6173 9829 View (03) 6173 9829
Tamara Laing
Social Worker, AMHSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Or perhaps you’ve been carrying the impact of past trauma, and you're ready to find relief.
My approach is warm, practical, and down-to-earth. We’ll talk about what’s hard, but we’ll also find tools to help you feel more grounded and confident. Therapy isn’t about fixing you; it’s about connecting with your strengths and shifting unhelpful patterns. We’ll go at a pace that feels right for you, using practical tools that fit into everyday life.
Or perhaps you’ve been carrying the impact of past trauma, and you're ready to find relief.
My approach is warm, practical, and down-to-earth. We’ll talk about what’s hard, but we’ll also find tools to help you feel more grounded and confident. Therapy isn’t about fixing you; it’s about connecting with your strengths and shifting unhelpful patterns. We’ll go at a pace that feels right for you, using practical tools that fit into everyday life.
(03) 6163 1314 View (03) 6163 1314

More Therapists Nearby

Gaye Mallinson
Counsellor, ACA-L4
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Somatic Psychotherapies offers Clinical Supervision (+SOS), Counselling (talk & somatic based) & Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy to Child/Youth/Adult, Couples & Families with availability for Weekday & Weekend sessions Online via (Video/Voicelink) across Australia, New Zealand & Worldwide.
I work primarily from a Person-Centred Therapy (PCT) approach using a conversational style listening patiently to you, always with empathy, genuineness and without judgement, to help find the solutions you desire for your life whilst adjusting my techniques to fit your needs within each session. I support people dealing with a large range life difficulties.
Somatic Psychotherapies offers Clinical Supervision (+SOS), Counselling (talk & somatic based) & Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy to Child/Youth/Adult, Couples & Families with availability for Weekday & Weekend sessions Online via (Video/Voicelink) across Australia, New Zealand & Worldwide.
I work primarily from a Person-Centred Therapy (PCT) approach using a conversational style listening patiently to you, always with empathy, genuineness and without judgement, to help find the solutions you desire for your life whilst adjusting my techniques to fit your needs within each session. I support people dealing with a large range life difficulties.
0459 767 347 View 0459 767 347
Hania Gorski
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
I work with individuals, couples and families on their relationships - addressing challenges in some stages of the relationship, communication issues, relational crisis/ trauma, or other complex matters (neurodiversity, psychosexual issues, parenting).
I specialise in working on relational trauma, including attachment trauma, betrayal and surviving abuse in relationships. With 35 years of professional experience in various therapeutic fields and a unique blend of methods, I can help you identify issues, conduct a comprehensive assessment and find a resolution tailored to your specific needs.
I work with individuals, couples and families on their relationships - addressing challenges in some stages of the relationship, communication issues, relational crisis/ trauma, or other complex matters (neurodiversity, psychosexual issues, parenting).
I specialise in working on relational trauma, including attachment trauma, betrayal and surviving abuse in relationships. With 35 years of professional experience in various therapeutic fields and a unique blend of methods, I can help you identify issues, conduct a comprehensive assessment and find a resolution tailored to your specific needs.
(02) 5661 8004 View (02) 5661 8004
Dae Bailey
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
They support people to heal from trauma, live more authentic lives, and fully embrace their identities.
Dae believes therapy is more than just talking; they use trauma-informed experiential approaches to help unlock deep healing. Dae’s approach is fundamentally intersectional and integrates evidence-based frameworks such as EMDR, somatic therapy, parts work, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
They support people to heal from trauma, live more authentic lives, and fully embrace their identities.
Dae believes therapy is more than just talking; they use trauma-informed experiential approaches to help unlock deep healing. Dae’s approach is fundamentally intersectional and integrates evidence-based frameworks such as EMDR, somatic therapy, parts work, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
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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 am a warm and caring Clinical Psychologist who values authentic connection and helping people to feel truly heard and understood as a cornerstone of my work. I am integrative and client-centred in my approach, incorporating various scientific and evidence-based treatments in my practice, including EMDR, CBT, Ego State Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy.
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 am a warm and caring Clinical Psychologist who values authentic connection and helping people to feel truly heard and understood as a cornerstone of my work. I am integrative and client-centred in my approach, incorporating various scientific and evidence-based treatments in my practice, including EMDR, CBT, Ego State Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy.
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Thomas Michael Murphy
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Online Only
Difficult home environments, trauma, or neurodivergence may have shaped how you see yourself, leaving you silently battling intense thoughts and emotions.
I help clients understand how early experiences can show up in the present as anxiety, low mood, people-pleasing, conflict, compulsive behaviours, difficulties with food/body image and self-harm. We’ll explore your story at a safe pace to build healthier coping strategies. I work integratively, drawing from a range of therapeutic models to suit your needs.
Difficult home environments, trauma, or neurodivergence may have shaped how you see yourself, leaving you silently battling intense thoughts and emotions.
I help clients understand how early experiences can show up in the present as anxiety, low mood, people-pleasing, conflict, compulsive behaviours, difficulties with food/body image and self-harm. We’ll explore your story at a safe pace to build healthier coping strategies. I work integratively, drawing from a range of therapeutic models to suit your needs.
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Rhiannon Williams-Demmon
Social Worker, AASW
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I'm an accredited social worker, and a member of the EMDR Association of Australia and Trauma Recovery Network.
Hi! I’m Rhiannon, and I work with folks wanting to understands how early experiences shape the way we move through the world. You might be a person who's spent years prioritising everyone else's needs while yours are unmet. Perhaps you struggle to trust your judgment, constantly scan for signs that you've done something wrong, or find it hard to stay close with people. This might show up as body tension, disconnection, or a knot in your stomach when conflict arises.
I'm an accredited social worker, and a member of the EMDR Association of Australia and Trauma Recovery Network.
Hi! I’m Rhiannon, and I work with folks wanting to understands how early experiences shape the way we move through the world. You might be a person who's spent years prioritising everyone else's needs while yours are unmet. Perhaps you struggle to trust your judgment, constantly scan for signs that you've done something wrong, or find it hard to stay close with people. This might show up as body tension, disconnection, or a knot in your stomach when conflict arises.
(02) 5017 1516 View (02) 5017 1516
Shaista Waqar
Counsellor, PhD, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life can feel overwhelming when navigating major changes, relationship challenges, past experiences, or the complexities of living between cultures. You may feel uncertain about your identity, belonging, or how to move forward. I offer a warm, compassionate, and culturally responsive space where you can explore your experiences, reconnect with your strengths, and create meaningful change. With over 20 years in mental health, I support individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds, especially migrants and multicultural communities. My humanistic and collaborative approach honors your unique story, values, and goals.
Life can feel overwhelming when navigating major changes, relationship challenges, past experiences, or the complexities of living between cultures. You may feel uncertain about your identity, belonging, or how to move forward. I offer a warm, compassionate, and culturally responsive space where you can explore your experiences, reconnect with your strengths, and create meaningful change. With over 20 years in mental health, I support individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds, especially migrants and multicultural communities. My humanistic and collaborative approach honors your unique story, values, and goals.
(02) 5944 5752 View (02) 5944 5752
Nadia Rasheed
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As an EMDR practitioner and clinical counsellor, I offer trauma-informed online therapy for stress, anxiety, and trauma.
As an EMDR Practitioner, I use bilateral stimulation techniques to transform how traumatic memories are stored in the brain, effectively treating PTSD, anxiety, and trauma in fewer sessions than talk therapy. Learn more on my website.
As an EMDR practitioner and clinical counsellor, I offer trauma-informed online therapy for stress, anxiety, and trauma.
As an EMDR Practitioner, I use bilateral stimulation techniques to transform how traumatic memories are stored in the brain, effectively treating PTSD, anxiety, and trauma in fewer sessions than talk therapy. Learn more on my website.
(08) 6244 2579 View (08) 6244 2579
Nikita Dwivedi
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Another ideal client would be someone who has experienced trauma, childhood or more recent.
My approach draws on evidence-based modalities: Attachment-based therapy-understanding how early relationships shaped the way you connect, protect yourself & seek closeness now; EMDR for processing trauma & distress; Schema Therapy for shifting the deep, long-standing patterns & beliefs; The Gottman Method- research-backed approach for relationships/couples.
Another ideal client would be someone who has experienced trauma, childhood or more recent.
My approach draws on evidence-based modalities: Attachment-based therapy-understanding how early relationships shaped the way you connect, protect yourself & seek closeness now; EMDR for processing trauma & distress; Schema Therapy for shifting the deep, long-standing patterns & beliefs; The Gottman Method- research-backed approach for relationships/couples.
(03) 6152 6163 View (03) 6152 6163
Prime Path Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
They may be facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, eating or sleep difficulties, or grief.
At Prime Path Psychology, we offer compassionate, evidence-based care for adults, and couples. Our team supports clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, grief, health anxiety, body image concerns, eating and sleep disorders, and relationship issues using CBT, ACT, DBT, Gottman Method Couple therapy and trauma-informed approaches.
They may be facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, eating or sleep difficulties, or grief.
At Prime Path Psychology, we offer compassionate, evidence-based care for adults, and couples. Our team supports clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, grief, health anxiety, body image concerns, eating and sleep disorders, and relationship issues using CBT, ACT, DBT, Gottman Method Couple therapy and trauma-informed approaches.
(08) 7008 7952 View (08) 7008 7952
Chris Wallace
Psychologist, MAPS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My specialties include child and adolescent mental health, disability, dual diagnosis, schizophrenia, trauma, wellbeing, and recovery from complex and chronic mental health challenges.
I am warm, conversational and collaborative. I’ll work with you to understand your story, your current challenges and what you’re seeking to change. I enjoy providing the space and tools for individuals who want to better their lives. We will work together and identify barriers, recurring patterns and limitations in the way of finding purpose and building a quality of life. The aim is to help you do more of what matters to take you towards living the life you want.
My specialties include child and adolescent mental health, disability, dual diagnosis, schizophrenia, trauma, wellbeing, and recovery from complex and chronic mental health challenges.
I am warm, conversational and collaborative. I’ll work with you to understand your story, your current challenges and what you’re seeking to change. I enjoy providing the space and tools for individuals who want to better their lives. We will work together and identify barriers, recurring patterns and limitations in the way of finding purpose and building a quality of life. The aim is to help you do more of what matters to take you towards living the life you want.
(03) 7003 2748 View (03) 7003 2748
Tara Lee Harriden
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer culturally safe support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, especially those healing from systemic, intergenerational, ancestral, or race-based trauma, so we can live with pride, confidence, and joy.
I can help you practice strategies to keep your brain healthy and feeling great. Together, we can ensure you come up with your own creative solutions to life's challenges. You are the expert in your own life however, sometimes we all need support and encouragement to think out loud (without judgement), so you can tap into that expertise.
I offer culturally safe support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, especially those healing from systemic, intergenerational, ancestral, or race-based trauma, so we can live with pride, confidence, and joy.
I can help you practice strategies to keep your brain healthy and feeling great. Together, we can ensure you come up with your own creative solutions to life's challenges. You are the expert in your own life however, sometimes we all need support and encouragement to think out loud (without judgement), so you can tap into that expertise.
(07) 5230 8953 View (07) 5230 8953
Francesca Palazzolo
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am registered with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation Australia), and have worked in youth mental health, alcohol & other drugs counselling and trauma counselling.
I have over 10 years experience as a counsellor working in community health settings and now in private practice since 2024. I am an approved counsellor with Victims Services NSW and a PACFA Clinical Supervisor.
I am registered with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation Australia), and have worked in youth mental health, alcohol & other drugs counselling and trauma counselling.
I have over 10 years experience as a counsellor working in community health settings and now in private practice since 2024. I am an approved counsellor with Victims Services NSW and a PACFA Clinical Supervisor.
(03) 6411 0202 View (03) 6411 0202
Siobhan McKenna
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Serves Area
She works with adults experiencing Trauma, PTSD, Life transitions, Grief and Loss.
Clients will find Siobhan approachable and down-to-earth, so please feel free to contact her to discuss your concerns. Medicare Rebates available. Registered with TAC and Worksafe.
She works with adults experiencing Trauma, PTSD, Life transitions, Grief and Loss.
Clients will find Siobhan approachable and down-to-earth, so please feel free to contact her to discuss your concerns. Medicare Rebates available. Registered with TAC and Worksafe.
(03) 7003 2761 View (03) 7003 2761
Andrea Middling
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
“I offer trauma informed therapy in a safe and non- judgemental space, so you can work through whatever difficulties you are experiencing, live more mindfully and embrace your inner strengths & resources
Areas I am passionate to work with Adolescents (14 yrs and above) & Adults, Couples and Families, Trauma & dissociation, EMDR, Hypnosis, Depression, Anxiety, Personality disorders (including BPD), Eating issues, Addictions, ASD, ADHD, Assessments & Court reports
“I offer trauma informed therapy in a safe and non- judgemental space, so you can work through whatever difficulties you are experiencing, live more mindfully and embrace your inner strengths & resources
Areas I am passionate to work with Adolescents (14 yrs and above) & Adults, Couples and Families, Trauma & dissociation, EMDR, Hypnosis, Depression, Anxiety, Personality disorders (including BPD), Eating issues, Addictions, ASD, ADHD, Assessments & Court reports
(07) 3214 3678 View (07) 3214 3678
Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.

How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.

What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.

Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.