Domestic Abuse Psychologists and Therapists in Cowes, VIC
I specialise in trauma, grief and loss, addiction, sexual assualt and family violence.
It is our human need to make sense of our experience but offten, people can feel significant isolation in not being seen, not being heard and understood. There is still a significant stigma in help seeking and what people will receive from me is validation, support, an opportunity to consider strategies or goals that can assist you in managing your experiences in a non shaming space. You will leave counselling with a stronger sense of yourself and your own strength and capacities to support yourself and continue to increase a positive sense of meaning in your life. You are the expert in yourr life.
I specialise in trauma, grief and loss, addiction, sexual assualt and family violence.
It is our human need to make sense of our experience but offten, people can feel significant isolation in not being seen, not being heard and understood. There is still a significant stigma in help seeking and what people will receive from me is validation, support, an opportunity to consider strategies or goals that can assist you in managing your experiences in a non shaming space. You will leave counselling with a stronger sense of yourself and your own strength and capacities to support yourself and continue to increase a positive sense of meaning in your life. You are the expert in yourr life.
I am passionate counsellor assisting women, young adults and children who may be experiencing issues with self-esteem, self-image, anxiety, low moods, etc. Each person is unique and requires an individual approach in meeting their specific needs.
I am passionate counsellor assisting women, young adults and children who may be experiencing issues with self-esteem, self-image, anxiety, low moods, etc. Each person is unique and requires an individual approach in meeting their specific needs.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with experience in health, community and private settings. Alongside my undergraduate qualifications, I have a Master of Youth Mental Health (University of Melbourne) and specialise in adolescent mental health, family violence, sexual assault and generalist mental health issues.
I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, with experience in health, community and private settings. Alongside my undergraduate qualifications, I have a Master of Youth Mental Health (University of Melbourne) and specialise in adolescent mental health, family violence, sexual assault and generalist mental health issues.
Hi, I am Francesca. I offer therapeutic services both as an online counsellor and on-site as Equine assisted therapist. I create a safe and gentle space in which my clients can explore the difficult aspects of life and thereby gaining a deep understanding of their thoughts, emotions and the impact of our responses on self and others. When working on-site in my beautiful paddock in the hills of South Gippsland, the horses become our therapeutic partners supporting with co-regulation, communication of boundaries and nurture connection to other social beings and nature. More info on www.thehorsewithin.com.au
Hi, I am Francesca. I offer therapeutic services both as an online counsellor and on-site as Equine assisted therapist. I create a safe and gentle space in which my clients can explore the difficult aspects of life and thereby gaining a deep understanding of their thoughts, emotions and the impact of our responses on self and others. When working on-site in my beautiful paddock in the hills of South Gippsland, the horses become our therapeutic partners supporting with co-regulation, communication of boundaries and nurture connection to other social beings and nature. More info on www.thehorsewithin.com.au
Nature plus Nurture specialise in counselling for children, adolescents and families. The founder and Director 'Jen Rushani' is a qualified Child Play Therapist (Master of Child Play Therapy) with a background in Psychology and extensive career in Early Childhood Education and early intervention. Nature plus Nurture provide the following services, Child Play Therapy, Filial Therapy (educational model of family therapy), Adolescent Counselling, and a Learn to Play Program with a focus on building pretend play skills in young children.
Nature plus Nurture specialise in counselling for children, adolescents and families. The founder and Director 'Jen Rushani' is a qualified Child Play Therapist (Master of Child Play Therapy) with a background in Psychology and extensive career in Early Childhood Education and early intervention. Nature plus Nurture provide the following services, Child Play Therapy, Filial Therapy (educational model of family therapy), Adolescent Counselling, and a Learn to Play Program with a focus on building pretend play skills in young children.
I have an interest in working with all stages of life, with particular experiences in youth mental health, addiction, family violence, sexual violence, and generalist mental health support and advocacy.
I believe therapy should feel safe, real, and collaborative. I’m engaged, curious, and genuinely invested in understanding your world. I bring warmth, gentle humour (when it helps), and deep respect for your story. I draw on evidence-based therapies while tailoring sessions to you — because therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all.
I have an interest in working with all stages of life, with particular experiences in youth mental health, addiction, family violence, sexual violence, and generalist mental health support and advocacy.
I believe therapy should feel safe, real, and collaborative. I’m engaged, curious, and genuinely invested in understanding your world. I bring warmth, gentle humour (when it helps), and deep respect for your story. I draw on evidence-based therapies while tailoring sessions to you — because therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all.
I am trained in EMDR Therapy and Resource Therapy, and I work with individuals impacted by PTSD, Complex PTSD, single-incident trauma, attachment and relational trauma, sexual assault, family violence, and relationship difficulties.
I draw on a range of evidence-based trauma therapies including EMDR, Resource Therapy, FLASH 2.0, Trauma-Focused CBT, ACT, and other trauma-informed approaches. My aim in therapy is to support clients in achieving significant symptom reduction and improved functioning in their lives.
I am trained in EMDR Therapy and Resource Therapy, and I work with individuals impacted by PTSD, Complex PTSD, single-incident trauma, attachment and relational trauma, sexual assault, family violence, and relationship difficulties.
I draw on a range of evidence-based trauma therapies including EMDR, Resource Therapy, FLASH 2.0, Trauma-Focused CBT, ACT, and other trauma-informed approaches. My aim in therapy is to support clients in achieving significant symptom reduction and improved functioning in their lives.
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Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, grief or identity struggles? You don’t have to face it alone.
I’m Audrey, the counsellor behind Enrei Counselling, providing trauma-informed, culturally sensitive support to adults across Australia. Together, we’ll create a safe, compassionate space to gently explore your emotions and attachment experiences. Through deepening emotional awareness, we’ll heal relational wounds, strengthen your connections, and build emotional resilience.
You can expect greater emotional insight, healing from past hurts, practical tools for managing anxiety and grief, and support that honours your identity.
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, trauma, grief or identity struggles? You don’t have to face it alone.
I’m Audrey, the counsellor behind Enrei Counselling, providing trauma-informed, culturally sensitive support to adults across Australia. Together, we’ll create a safe, compassionate space to gently explore your emotions and attachment experiences. Through deepening emotional awareness, we’ll heal relational wounds, strengthen your connections, and build emotional resilience.
You can expect greater emotional insight, healing from past hurts, practical tools for managing anxiety and grief, and support that honours your identity.
I'm here to help you heal from trauma or abuse, support child development and parenting, strengthen relationships, guide ASD parenting, and walk with you through grief, bereavement or domestic violence recovery.
I help people experiencing emotional distress, trauma or grief, or striving to create a nurturing home amid complex family dynamics. You may feel overwhelmed, uncertain and longing for relief. You need to reduce distress, improve communication, build confidence, resilience and stronger relationships. You want practical strategies, gentle insights and compassionate guidance that honours your experience and empowers you to find balance, hope and meaning. We work at your pace. You may also be supporting loved ones with autism or ADHD; together we tailor routines and coping tools to reclaim wellbeing and connection.
I'm here to help you heal from trauma or abuse, support child development and parenting, strengthen relationships, guide ASD parenting, and walk with you through grief, bereavement or domestic violence recovery.
I help people experiencing emotional distress, trauma or grief, or striving to create a nurturing home amid complex family dynamics. You may feel overwhelmed, uncertain and longing for relief. You need to reduce distress, improve communication, build confidence, resilience and stronger relationships. You want practical strategies, gentle insights and compassionate guidance that honours your experience and empowers you to find balance, hope and meaning. We work at your pace. You may also be supporting loved ones with autism or ADHD; together we tailor routines and coping tools to reclaim wellbeing and connection.
I'm accredited in counselling addictions, behavioural & substance use disorders, grief & loss, relationship counselling & conflict resolution, ABA therapy, trauma resilience, evidence-based parenting, domestic violence gatekeeping and self-regulation strategies.
Life can get a bit overwhelming—whether it’s anxiety, addiction, grief, family dramas, parenting stress, or the ups and downs of neurodiversity and big life changes. I offer a down-to-earth, supportive space where you can talk things through at your own pace. Together we’ll look at what’s going on, build resilience, and find practical ways forward that actually work for you. I draw on both my training and my own lived experience, bringing empathy, honesty and the occasional laugh—because sometimes it helps not to take ourselves too seriously.
I'm accredited in counselling addictions, behavioural & substance use disorders, grief & loss, relationship counselling & conflict resolution, ABA therapy, trauma resilience, evidence-based parenting, domestic violence gatekeeping and self-regulation strategies.
Life can get a bit overwhelming—whether it’s anxiety, addiction, grief, family dramas, parenting stress, or the ups and downs of neurodiversity and big life changes. I offer a down-to-earth, supportive space where you can talk things through at your own pace. Together we’ll look at what’s going on, build resilience, and find practical ways forward that actually work for you. I draw on both my training and my own lived experience, bringing empathy, honesty and the occasional laugh—because sometimes it helps not to take ourselves too seriously.
Julia Werner is an accomplished and experienced counsellor working with individuals, couples, and families who bring a wide range of themes and challenges to her counselling room. In practice for more than 13 years, she is a clinical member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia, the Gestalt Association Australia and New Zealand, and the Association for Couple Counselling.
Julia offers her clients compassionate and mindful therapy to support them with their change and growth by evoking their potential and development within the unique context of their life.
Julia Werner is an accomplished and experienced counsellor working with individuals, couples, and families who bring a wide range of themes and challenges to her counselling room. In practice for more than 13 years, she is a clinical member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia, the Gestalt Association Australia and New Zealand, and the Association for Couple Counselling.
Julia offers her clients compassionate and mindful therapy to support them with their change and growth by evoking their potential and development within the unique context of their life.
I have over 15 years of experience with adults and teenagers, who have experienced mental health issues, family violence, relationship, trauma related issues, childhood trauma, anger management, PTSD, anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem, BPD, grief and loss, parenting, workplace issues leading to trauma, and struggles in life.
I value a client-centred approach and uses empathy, respect, and non-judgement approach to create a safe environment. I take a holistic approach to support my clients using evidence-based practice and works collaboratively with individuals to achieve their therapeutic goals.
I have over 15 years of experience with adults and teenagers, who have experienced mental health issues, family violence, relationship, trauma related issues, childhood trauma, anger management, PTSD, anxiety, depression, stress, self-esteem, BPD, grief and loss, parenting, workplace issues leading to trauma, and struggles in life.
I value a client-centred approach and uses empathy, respect, and non-judgement approach to create a safe environment. I take a holistic approach to support my clients using evidence-based practice and works collaboratively with individuals to achieve their therapeutic goals.
You may be carrying the weight of unresolved trauma, ongoing stress, or stubborn health issues that never seem to shift no matter what you try. These patterns often replay in your personal and professional relationships, creating cycles of tension, frustration, and disconnection. You might feel held back from expressing your true self or from stepping fully into your potential. Deep down, you long for freedom, vitality, and the courage to create a life that feels authentic and aligned, yet something unseen continues to stand in the way, leaving you unsure where to begin.
You may be carrying the weight of unresolved trauma, ongoing stress, or stubborn health issues that never seem to shift no matter what you try. These patterns often replay in your personal and professional relationships, creating cycles of tension, frustration, and disconnection. You might feel held back from expressing your true self or from stepping fully into your potential. Deep down, you long for freedom, vitality, and the courage to create a life that feels authentic and aligned, yet something unseen continues to stand in the way, leaving you unsure where to begin.
Emily uses a range of treatment modalities, including EMDR 2.0, schema therapy, CBT, ACT and motivational interviewing. These treatments are used to address common concerns, such as PTSD and trauma-based difficulties, anxiety and depression, relationship problems, personality disorders, adjustment disorders and struggles associated with grief and loss. She has also developed an understanding of the unique challenges faced by people who have had contact with the Criminal Justice System. She offers support to those who are currently on Community Corrections Orders and their families.
Emily uses a range of treatment modalities, including EMDR 2.0, schema therapy, CBT, ACT and motivational interviewing. These treatments are used to address common concerns, such as PTSD and trauma-based difficulties, anxiety and depression, relationship problems, personality disorders, adjustment disorders and struggles associated with grief and loss. She has also developed an understanding of the unique challenges faced by people who have had contact with the Criminal Justice System. She offers support to those who are currently on Community Corrections Orders and their families.
Melbourne Counsellor in English and Korean (멜번한국심리상담사), multi-cultural couples 부부, 관계, anger, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, EAP: Employment Assisstance Program:직장인심리상담, , VOCAT: Victim of Crime 피해자보상, 가정폭력.
Counselling techniques that I use in my practice include Client-Centred, Interpersonal Therapy, Strengths-Based and Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness based Stress Management (MBSR). I offer empathic listening with non- judgmental attitude in therapeutic relationship. Telephone and in-person counselling offered.
Melbourne Counsellor in English and Korean (멜번한국심리상담사), multi-cultural couples 부부, 관계, anger, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, EAP: Employment Assisstance Program:직장인심리상담, , VOCAT: Victim of Crime 피해자보상, 가정폭력.
Counselling techniques that I use in my practice include Client-Centred, Interpersonal Therapy, Strengths-Based and Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness based Stress Management (MBSR). I offer empathic listening with non- judgmental attitude in therapeutic relationship. Telephone and in-person counselling offered.
I love working with teens and adults who are facing challenges in their lives that they may feel are insurmountable. They may be struggling with grief, identity, big transitions or general feelings of demotivation, depression and anxiety. They may be having problems communicating or setting boundaries in relationships and need someone to walk alongside them in finding ways to build healthier coping strategies, begin to notice the beauty in life or get their spark back.
I love working with teens and adults who are facing challenges in their lives that they may feel are insurmountable. They may be struggling with grief, identity, big transitions or general feelings of demotivation, depression and anxiety. They may be having problems communicating or setting boundaries in relationships and need someone to walk alongside them in finding ways to build healthier coping strategies, begin to notice the beauty in life or get their spark back.
At Mindspace Psychology we provide a range of therapies and assessments depending on your individual needs for children, adolescents, couples and adults. These sessions are usually 50mins in length. At your first appointment, a thorough assessment is conducted with your treating Psychologist, to allow the development of the best treatment plan. Treatment options will be discussed during the initial appointment and these will form the basis for future sessions. Our Psychologists are able to provide therapy to clients experiencing a number of difficulties using a warm and empathetic approach to help them reach their full potential.
At Mindspace Psychology we provide a range of therapies and assessments depending on your individual needs for children, adolescents, couples and adults. These sessions are usually 50mins in length. At your first appointment, a thorough assessment is conducted with your treating Psychologist, to allow the development of the best treatment plan. Treatment options will be discussed during the initial appointment and these will form the basis for future sessions. Our Psychologists are able to provide therapy to clients experiencing a number of difficulties using a warm and empathetic approach to help them reach their full potential.
I work with trauma, self esteem, relationship issues, addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, as well as spiritual and existential concerns. I utilise an integrative approach using many different modalities and tools such as somatic therapies, attachment theory, psychodynamic approach and internal family systems. I am committed to creating a safe and welcoming space where you can explore all aspects of yourself. Your autonomy is paramount, and I work collaboratively with you to develop a personalised treatment plan that addresses your unique needs.
I work with trauma, self esteem, relationship issues, addiction, anxiety, depression, grief, as well as spiritual and existential concerns. I utilise an integrative approach using many different modalities and tools such as somatic therapies, attachment theory, psychodynamic approach and internal family systems. I am committed to creating a safe and welcoming space where you can explore all aspects of yourself. Your autonomy is paramount, and I work collaboratively with you to develop a personalised treatment plan that addresses your unique needs.
I offer a gentle, supportive space where you can slow down, breathe, and feel truly heard. I work with children, teens, and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD, grief, family stress, or neurodivergence (ADHD/ASD). My approach is warm, holistic, and flexible—blending talk therapy, grounding, somatic work, and evidence-based tools. Sessions are available in person or via telehealth. You don’t have to face things alone. Free 10-minute discovery call available.
I offer a gentle, supportive space where you can slow down, breathe, and feel truly heard. I work with children, teens, and adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, OCD, grief, family stress, or neurodivergence (ADHD/ASD). My approach is warm, holistic, and flexible—blending talk therapy, grounding, somatic work, and evidence-based tools. Sessions are available in person or via telehealth. You don’t have to face things alone. Free 10-minute discovery call available.
I support people navigating intense emotions, identity confusion, and relationship patterns shaped by trauma. My clients want to feel understood rather than judged, to build a steadier sense of self, and to regulate their emotions and relationships. I also provide practical support across life domains such as work, study, routines, and relationships, as well as life transitions such as parenting. I support carers and partners too. Many seek stability, confidence, and a sense of direction as they rebuild their lives. Others want to reconnect with meaning and create a life that feels authentic to who they are.
I support people navigating intense emotions, identity confusion, and relationship patterns shaped by trauma. My clients want to feel understood rather than judged, to build a steadier sense of self, and to regulate their emotions and relationships. I also provide practical support across life domains such as work, study, routines, and relationships, as well as life transitions such as parenting. I support carers and partners too. Many seek stability, confidence, and a sense of direction as they rebuild their lives. Others want to reconnect with meaning and create a life that feels authentic to who they are.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.