Domestic Abuse Psychologists and Therapists in Keysborough, VIC
I have worked with youth, adults and families from different socio-economic backgrounds who struggle with issues such as alcohol and substance use, homelessness, unemployment, trauma, family violence, abuse and neglect.
Hi, I’m Carolyn I’m a registered counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association. I have completed my Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) and a Masters in Counselling. I am trained in level 1 & 2 Gottman Couples Therapy. I have provided counselling to individuals, couples and families including children, adolescents and adults. In my practice, I want to provide a service to clients that is authentic and respectful, where clients feel safe to fully express themselves in a non-judgmental space and be able to move forward in alignment to their values.
I have worked with youth, adults and families from different socio-economic backgrounds who struggle with issues such as alcohol and substance use, homelessness, unemployment, trauma, family violence, abuse and neglect.
Hi, I’m Carolyn I’m a registered counsellor with the Australian Counselling Association. I have completed my Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) and a Masters in Counselling. I am trained in level 1 & 2 Gottman Couples Therapy. I have provided counselling to individuals, couples and families including children, adolescents and adults. In my practice, I want to provide a service to clients that is authentic and respectful, where clients feel safe to fully express themselves in a non-judgmental space and be able to move forward in alignment to their values.
I also support people experiencing or recovering from family violence, and those living with complex trauma or C-PTSD.
I offer a warm, honest and collaborative space where you do not have to face things alone. With teenagers, I build trust without pressure. For family violence and complex trauma, I work gently with safety, emotional regulation and the patterns keeping pain alive. Together, we strengthen your voice, rebuild connection and create change at your pace.
I also support people experiencing or recovering from family violence, and those living with complex trauma or C-PTSD.
I offer a warm, honest and collaborative space where you do not have to face things alone. With teenagers, I build trust without pressure. For family violence and complex trauma, I work gently with safety, emotional regulation and the patterns keeping pain alive. Together, we strengthen your voice, rebuild connection and create change at your pace.
She specialises in working with attachment trauma, domestic violence issues and trauma that occur in intimate relationships.
Humaira uses patient-centred evidence based approaches such as, cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) , Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman method for couples therapy and psychodynamic approaches.
Humaira also assists clients in obtaining NDIS,TAC and workcover.
She specialises in working with attachment trauma, domestic violence issues and trauma that occur in intimate relationships.
Humaira uses patient-centred evidence based approaches such as, cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) , Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman method for couples therapy and psychodynamic approaches.
Humaira also assists clients in obtaining NDIS,TAC and workcover.
I provide effective treatment to adults experiencing Anxiety, Panic attacks, OCD, Depression, Low Self -Esteem, Acute and Chronic stress & Burnout. I am My approach is to: (1) Understand the client as well as the environments in which they function (2) Teach clients effective techniques and coping strategies (3) Build strong skills to create sustainable change. Many people have seen various therapists throughout their lifetimes. Often they find themselves relapsing back to the same problems. Clients who undertake counselling with me will be guided on how to change long standing patterns of negative behaviours and progress forward.
I provide effective treatment to adults experiencing Anxiety, Panic attacks, OCD, Depression, Low Self -Esteem, Acute and Chronic stress & Burnout. I am My approach is to: (1) Understand the client as well as the environments in which they function (2) Teach clients effective techniques and coping strategies (3) Build strong skills to create sustainable change. Many people have seen various therapists throughout their lifetimes. Often they find themselves relapsing back to the same problems. Clients who undertake counselling with me will be guided on how to change long standing patterns of negative behaviours and progress forward.
I am a very capable and committed counsellor, and passionate about supporting clients to make a difference in their life through empowerment, reflection and understanding. Each person is unique and requires an individual approach in meeting his or her specific needs. You will feel connected, safe and heard in sessions with me, working collaboratively in a positive and uplifting environment. I am deeply committed to helping you overcome immediate concerns and skilled at using various therapies and techniques in a client-centred approach to provide you with the tools to grow and work towards living life to the fullest.
I am a very capable and committed counsellor, and passionate about supporting clients to make a difference in their life through empowerment, reflection and understanding. Each person is unique and requires an individual approach in meeting his or her specific needs. You will feel connected, safe and heard in sessions with me, working collaboratively in a positive and uplifting environment. I am deeply committed to helping you overcome immediate concerns and skilled at using various therapies and techniques in a client-centred approach to provide you with the tools to grow and work towards living life to the fullest.
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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.
Focus areas include stress, bullying, third culture issues, domestic abuse, separation, parenting, postpartum, and life transitions.
I’m Dr Rashika Perera Gomez, Clinical Psychologist and founder of Open Mind Psych. I hold a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and a PhD from the University of Melbourne, and have been in private practice since 2010. With over 15 years’ experience and a research background, I offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy for individuals and couples. I’ve worked at the University of Melbourne, Royal Children’s Hospital, Monash Medical Centre, and Foundation House. Sessions are available in Bayswater, Croydon (VIC), or via telehealth. Medicare, TAC, WorkCover, and Private clients accepted.
Focus areas include stress, bullying, third culture issues, domestic abuse, separation, parenting, postpartum, and life transitions.
I’m Dr Rashika Perera Gomez, Clinical Psychologist and founder of Open Mind Psych. I hold a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and a PhD from the University of Melbourne, and have been in private practice since 2010. With over 15 years’ experience and a research background, I offer compassionate, evidence-based therapy for individuals and couples. I’ve worked at the University of Melbourne, Royal Children’s Hospital, Monash Medical Centre, and Foundation House. Sessions are available in Bayswater, Croydon (VIC), or via telehealth. Medicare, TAC, WorkCover, and Private clients accepted.
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.
Are you broken-hearted? Find hope and healing as you learn to love yourself again. Has trauma visited your life? Reclaim your life from the effects of hurt and pain and rediscover your hopes and dreams for a hope-filled future.
Are you broken-hearted? Find hope and healing as you learn to love yourself again. Has trauma visited your life? Reclaim your life from the effects of hurt and pain and rediscover your hopes and dreams for a hope-filled future.
• Understanding of emotional and physical abuse with coercive control
• Explicit support for low or no contact decisions
• Client paced, trauma informed care
I work with adults whose lives have been shaped by abusive family systems or controlling relationships.
Many of the people I support grew up in environments where their needs were ignored, minimised, or punished, or they have found themselves in relationships marked by emotional harm, manipulation, or coercive control.
My approach to counselling is trauma informed, compassionate, and grounded in respect for your autonomy. I believe healing comes from being supported to understand what has happened. Over time, these experiences can deeply impact self trust, boundaries, and the ability to feel safe in relationships
• Understanding of emotional and physical abuse with coercive control
• Explicit support for low or no contact decisions
• Client paced, trauma informed care
I work with adults whose lives have been shaped by abusive family systems or controlling relationships.
Many of the people I support grew up in environments where their needs were ignored, minimised, or punished, or they have found themselves in relationships marked by emotional harm, manipulation, or coercive control.
My approach to counselling is trauma informed, compassionate, and grounded in respect for your autonomy. I believe healing comes from being supported to understand what has happened. Over time, these experiences can deeply impact self trust, boundaries, and the ability to feel safe in relationships
I work with adults recovering from trauma, family dysfunction, and domestic or emotional abuse.
You’ve always been the one who holds it all together: for your children, your partner, your family.
Now you’re quietly falling apart. Perhaps you’re coping with the pain of estrangement, the aftermath of a controlling or emotionally abusive relationship, or the exhaustion of trying to keep everyone else afloat while ignoring your own needs. On the outside, you seem capable; inside, you feel anxious, alone, or disconnected. The old strategies like perfectionism, people-pleasing and staying silent aren’t working anymore.
I work with adults recovering from trauma, family dysfunction, and domestic or emotional abuse.
You’ve always been the one who holds it all together: for your children, your partner, your family.
Now you’re quietly falling apart. Perhaps you’re coping with the pain of estrangement, the aftermath of a controlling or emotionally abusive relationship, or the exhaustion of trying to keep everyone else afloat while ignoring your own needs. On the outside, you seem capable; inside, you feel anxious, alone, or disconnected. The old strategies like perfectionism, people-pleasing and staying silent aren’t working anymore.
No matter your age or where you are in life, there are times when things can feel overwhelming or uncertain. I offer both in-person and online counselling to support you through these challenges.
In our sessions, I aim to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly and explore what’s been going on for you at your own pace. Whether you are dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or family challenges, I am here to walk alongside you with care and empathy.
No matter your age or where you are in life, there are times when things can feel overwhelming or uncertain. I offer both in-person and online counselling to support you through these challenges.
In our sessions, I aim to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly and explore what’s been going on for you at your own pace. Whether you are dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or family challenges, I am here to walk alongside you with care and empathy.
Do you feel somewhat stuck? Perhaps overwhelm, physical pain or yearning for something different? Maybe you'd simply like to do better? Why not consider a coupling of counselling, clinical hypnotherapy and strategic psychotherapy? Unaware, you may be running outdated patterns which are at odds with the YOU of today, making it difficult to navigate and effect change. I use permissive Ericksonian hypnotherapy (particularly the Gordian Pillars) to uncover well-worn patterns of stuckness, then gently infuse the subconscious with alternate options. Safe, effective, gentle and life-changing.
Do you feel somewhat stuck? Perhaps overwhelm, physical pain or yearning for something different? Maybe you'd simply like to do better? Why not consider a coupling of counselling, clinical hypnotherapy and strategic psychotherapy? Unaware, you may be running outdated patterns which are at odds with the YOU of today, making it difficult to navigate and effect change. I use permissive Ericksonian hypnotherapy (particularly the Gordian Pillars) to uncover well-worn patterns of stuckness, then gently infuse the subconscious with alternate options. Safe, effective, gentle and life-changing.
I support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, complex trauma, relationship changes, family violence, stress, parenting challenges, and life transitions.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, and it can be difficult to carry everything on your own. Having a space where you feel heard and understood can make a meaningful difference.
I’m Sri, an ACA Level 2 registered counsellor and founder of SoulShine Counselling. I offer a supportive space to explore what you are going through at a pace that feels right for you. My approach is trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and grounded in respect, empathy, and collaboration.
I provide counselling primarily in English, and can also offer sessions in Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi. Please reach out if you would like to explore counselling.
I support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief and loss, complex trauma, relationship changes, family violence, stress, parenting challenges, and life transitions.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, and it can be difficult to carry everything on your own. Having a space where you feel heard and understood can make a meaningful difference.
I’m Sri, an ACA Level 2 registered counsellor and founder of SoulShine Counselling. I offer a supportive space to explore what you are going through at a pace that feels right for you. My approach is trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming, and grounded in respect, empathy, and collaboration.
I provide counselling primarily in English, and can also offer sessions in Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi. Please reach out if you would like to explore counselling.
My name is Kate and I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and psychotherapist. I have a Masters of Social Work and have worked in mental health for around 5 years. I established my private practice - Diverge Emerge Holistic Psychotherapy in mid 2026.
I have a diagnosis of AuDHD and bring my lived-experience of neurodivergence.
As a social worker in mental health, I work from a social justice-oriented approach which is feminist, intersectional, anti-racist, sexuality-informed and neuro-affirming.
I provide sessions Australia wide. All sessions are provided by telehealth.
My name is Kate and I'm an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and psychotherapist. I have a Masters of Social Work and have worked in mental health for around 5 years. I established my private practice - Diverge Emerge Holistic Psychotherapy in mid 2026.
I have a diagnosis of AuDHD and bring my lived-experience of neurodivergence.
As a social worker in mental health, I work from a social justice-oriented approach which is feminist, intersectional, anti-racist, sexuality-informed and neuro-affirming.
I provide sessions Australia wide. All sessions are provided by telehealth.
Life can sometimes leave you feeling quietly overwhelmed, stuck in anxiety, or adrift during a major transition. Whether you are navigating daily stress, burnout, or the profound adjustment of moving to a new country, you don’t have to carry it alone. I offer a warm, accepting space where you are welcome to bring your whole self exactly as you are. Grounded in person-centred practice, our work is collaborative, non-directive, and guided by your pace. You are always the expert in your life, and together, we create the conditions for you to reconnect with your resilience and trust in your path.
Life can sometimes leave you feeling quietly overwhelmed, stuck in anxiety, or adrift during a major transition. Whether you are navigating daily stress, burnout, or the profound adjustment of moving to a new country, you don’t have to carry it alone. I offer a warm, accepting space where you are welcome to bring your whole self exactly as you are. Grounded in person-centred practice, our work is collaborative, non-directive, and guided by your pace. You are always the expert in your life, and together, we create the conditions for you to reconnect with your resilience and trust in your path.
I believe a life of meaning, fulfillment and happiness is possible for every person, from those with slightly tiresome moods or behaviours to those with severely wounded pasts. It can be achieved through a guided therapeutic process which combines scientific research and experience with careful assessment into each person's mental barriers, unhelpful traits and recurrent emotional patterns. My practice of over 16 years, offers a caring, intuitive, nuanced approach uniquely tailored to your needs while utilizing the latest evidence based, neuro-scientifically informed treatments
I believe a life of meaning, fulfillment and happiness is possible for every person, from those with slightly tiresome moods or behaviours to those with severely wounded pasts. It can be achieved through a guided therapeutic process which combines scientific research and experience with careful assessment into each person's mental barriers, unhelpful traits and recurrent emotional patterns. My practice of over 16 years, offers a caring, intuitive, nuanced approach uniquely tailored to your needs while utilizing the latest evidence based, neuro-scientifically informed treatments
Alongside general counselling, I offer support and training in: Intimacy, pleasure, sexual pain, dysfunction, libido concerns, trauma recovery, domestic violence support, gender and sexual identity, LGBTQIA+ advocacy, neurodiversity & sexuality, disability & sexuality, ethical non-monogamy, infidelity, kink, porn addiction, resource development & training.
I am a Sex Therapist, a Sexuality and Relationships Educator, a Generalist Counsellor and Couples Therapist based in nipaluna/Hobart, lutruwita/Tasmania, Australia. I offer trauma-informed therapeutic, educational and consulting services, both online and face-to-face. I love supporting young people, adults, couples, parents/carers and organisations. I'm all about empowerment!
Alongside general counselling, I offer support and training in: Intimacy, pleasure, sexual pain, dysfunction, libido concerns, trauma recovery, domestic violence support, gender and sexual identity, LGBTQIA+ advocacy, neurodiversity & sexuality, disability & sexuality, ethical non-monogamy, infidelity, kink, porn addiction, resource development & training.
I am a Sex Therapist, a Sexuality and Relationships Educator, a Generalist Counsellor and Couples Therapist based in nipaluna/Hobart, lutruwita/Tasmania, Australia. I offer trauma-informed therapeutic, educational and consulting services, both online and face-to-face. I love supporting young people, adults, couples, parents/carers and organisations. I'm all about empowerment!
I am a Gestalt and couples psychotherapist with a background in psychology and 25 years of experience in the field of mental health. My work is based on respectful exploration of client’s experience in the here and now, including our ongoing psychotherapy relationship. We look together at patterns of emotional reactions and behaviours, new (yet) unfamiliar ways of being oneself and being with others, and possibilities for change and growth. My interest in Gestalt and couples psychotherapy reflects my passion for a deeper understanding of psychological and emotional well-being and satisfactory human relationships.
I am a Gestalt and couples psychotherapist with a background in psychology and 25 years of experience in the field of mental health. My work is based on respectful exploration of client’s experience in the here and now, including our ongoing psychotherapy relationship. We look together at patterns of emotional reactions and behaviours, new (yet) unfamiliar ways of being oneself and being with others, and possibilities for change and growth. My interest in Gestalt and couples psychotherapy reflects my passion for a deeper understanding of psychological and emotional well-being and satisfactory human relationships.
She works with trauma (including sexual assault, family violence, and crime), suicidal thoughts, relationship and communication difficulties, and mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, ED, gender dysphoria, self-harm, psychosis and stress.
A qualified gestalt psychotherapist, couple counsellor and mental health social worker. Qualified in; Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR Level 1), Depth Enquiry (DE), Cognitive Processing of Trauma (CPT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E) and SSCM (ED).
She works with trauma (including sexual assault, family violence, and crime), suicidal thoughts, relationship and communication difficulties, and mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorder, ED, gender dysphoria, self-harm, psychosis and stress.
A qualified gestalt psychotherapist, couple counsellor and mental health social worker. Qualified in; Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR Level 1), Depth Enquiry (DE), Cognitive Processing of Trauma (CPT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E) and SSCM (ED).
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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.