Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Maidstone, VIC
I specialise in helping individuals, couples, and adolescents navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and life transitions.
Together, we’ll explore your experiences with empathy, without judgment, and work toward building the life you want. I believe therapy should feel approachable and empowering, which is why I focus on practical steps and real-world solutions tailored to your unique situation.
I specialise in helping individuals, couples, and adolescents navigate life’s challenges, including anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, and life transitions.
Together, we’ll explore your experiences with empathy, without judgment, and work toward building the life you want. I believe therapy should feel approachable and empowering, which is why I focus on practical steps and real-world solutions tailored to your unique situation.
Hi I'm Cass! I am passionate about working with people to help create a happier and more fulfilled life. I believe that everyone has the potential create positive change despite adversity; we just need the tools to be able do so.
Hi I'm Cass! I am passionate about working with people to help create a happier and more fulfilled life. I believe that everyone has the potential create positive change despite adversity; we just need the tools to be able do so.
As a neurodivergence-affirming, trauma-informed & LGBTIAQ+ affirmative therapist, I support all kinds of individuals & relationships, including diverse relationship structures.
Are you feeling worried, overwhelmed, or struggling in your relationship or daily life? Maybe you and your partner are finding it hard to connect, or perhaps you’re facing challenges on your own—feeling stressed, anxious, or like your usual energy has disappeared. When even small tasks or conversations feel like too much, it can be exhausting, and it’s easy to retreat from the world. I understand how difficult this can be, and I’m here to help. Whether you’re facing relationship issues, personal struggles, or family dynamics, I provide a non-judgmental space for individuals, couples, and families to work through their challenges.
As a neurodivergence-affirming, trauma-informed & LGBTIAQ+ affirmative therapist, I support all kinds of individuals & relationships, including diverse relationship structures.
Are you feeling worried, overwhelmed, or struggling in your relationship or daily life? Maybe you and your partner are finding it hard to connect, or perhaps you’re facing challenges on your own—feeling stressed, anxious, or like your usual energy has disappeared. When even small tasks or conversations feel like too much, it can be exhausting, and it’s easy to retreat from the world. I understand how difficult this can be, and I’m here to help. Whether you’re facing relationship issues, personal struggles, or family dynamics, I provide a non-judgmental space for individuals, couples, and families to work through their challenges.
Her approach addresses issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship challenges.
Imagine feeling overwhelmed, lonely, unsupported, burdened by grief or mental health issues. These challenges can leave you feeling lost and stuck in your current circumstances. The goal is to find hope, purpose, and a healthier life. Vanessa Del Valle at Wellness & Co. understands these struggles and provides the support and guidance needed to navigate these challenges and emerge stronger.
Her approach addresses issues related to anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship challenges.
Imagine feeling overwhelmed, lonely, unsupported, burdened by grief or mental health issues. These challenges can leave you feeling lost and stuck in your current circumstances. The goal is to find hope, purpose, and a healthier life. Vanessa Del Valle at Wellness & Co. understands these struggles and provides the support and guidance needed to navigate these challenges and emerge stronger.
I have over thirty years of counselling experience and have particular expertise in grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, mental health issues and working with many other concerns.
I am empathic, supportive, client centred and empowering. I will work with you on your concerns, possibilities and finding effective ways forward. I provide the support and assistance you need to move forward and be the best you. I offer a flexible service and can also support you with phone or skype sessions and provide a complimentary phone discussion.
I have over thirty years of counselling experience and have particular expertise in grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, mental health issues and working with many other concerns.
I am empathic, supportive, client centred and empowering. I will work with you on your concerns, possibilities and finding effective ways forward. I provide the support and assistance you need to move forward and be the best you. I offer a flexible service and can also support you with phone or skype sessions and provide a complimentary phone discussion.
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She also enjoys working with adults who present with a range of clinical issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, self-harm and grief and loss.
Rebecca is a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience working in multiple public mental health services and private clinics to support vulnerable young people and their families presenting with complex social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. Rebecca was recently working as a Senior Psychologist at Alfred Health Child and Youth Mental Health Service before opening up her own independent practice in East Brighton. Rebecca provides therapy to children, young people and adults as well as provides clinical supervision to Psychologists.
She also enjoys working with adults who present with a range of clinical issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, trauma, self-harm and grief and loss.
Rebecca is a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience working in multiple public mental health services and private clinics to support vulnerable young people and their families presenting with complex social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. Rebecca was recently working as a Senior Psychologist at Alfred Health Child and Youth Mental Health Service before opening up her own independent practice in East Brighton. Rebecca provides therapy to children, young people and adults as well as provides clinical supervision to Psychologists.
This can have many causes - childhood trauma, bullying, there are numerous factors.
Anxiety, depression, trauma -these are all symptoms of a life that is not working. Time to begin working your way through what is causing you suffering. Most things are treatable and symptoms can sometimes decrease so quickly it surprises me. My aim is to get to the root cause of the issue so it no longer troubles you, in a gentle way that supports you
This can have many causes - childhood trauma, bullying, there are numerous factors.
Anxiety, depression, trauma -these are all symptoms of a life that is not working. Time to begin working your way through what is causing you suffering. Most things are treatable and symptoms can sometimes decrease so quickly it surprises me. My aim is to get to the root cause of the issue so it no longer troubles you, in a gentle way that supports you
My ideal client is an adult or older adolescent who brings long‑running relationship patterns, the lingering impact of childhood trauma, or chronic low mood and wants deeper, lasting change; they’re tired of repeating the same outcomes and ready to understand the origins of their reactions rather than just manage symptoms.
I'm experienced in trauma‑informed and schema‑focused therapy. I help adolescents and adults break unhelpful patterns, manage mood, and build healthier relationships. Using CBT, ACT and DBT‑informed strategies, I offer clear understanding, practical tools, and a safe, collaborative space.
My ideal client is an adult or older adolescent who brings long‑running relationship patterns, the lingering impact of childhood trauma, or chronic low mood and wants deeper, lasting change; they’re tired of repeating the same outcomes and ready to understand the origins of their reactions rather than just manage symptoms.
I'm experienced in trauma‑informed and schema‑focused therapy. I help adolescents and adults break unhelpful patterns, manage mood, and build healthier relationships. Using CBT, ACT and DBT‑informed strategies, I offer clear understanding, practical tools, and a safe, collaborative space.
Issues such as grief, trauma, questions of identity, career uncertainty, or navigating life transitions and ageing can feel isolating or difficult to manage alone.
With over fifteen years of experience, I provide a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space. Whether for brief support or longer-term counselling, we work together to build clarity, confidence, and wellbeing by drawing on personal strengths to manage challenges and explore new possibilities.
Issues such as grief, trauma, questions of identity, career uncertainty, or navigating life transitions and ageing can feel isolating or difficult to manage alone.
With over fifteen years of experience, I provide a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space. Whether for brief support or longer-term counselling, we work together to build clarity, confidence, and wellbeing by drawing on personal strengths to manage challenges and explore new possibilities.
If you're autistic, have ADHD, are part of the LGBTQIA+ community, or are a trauma survivor, you know the unique hurdles that come with higher rates of trauma and PTSD.
I'm Jessica, a neurodivergent counsellor, so I truly get it—because I've lived it too. I continuously educate myself on evidence-based practices to offer therapy that's both supportive and effective. My approach is tailored to you, so you feel genuinely heard and understood.
If you're autistic, have ADHD, are part of the LGBTQIA+ community, or are a trauma survivor, you know the unique hurdles that come with higher rates of trauma and PTSD.
I'm Jessica, a neurodivergent counsellor, so I truly get it—because I've lived it too. I continuously educate myself on evidence-based practices to offer therapy that's both supportive and effective. My approach is tailored to you, so you feel genuinely heard and understood.
I work one-on-one with adults and adolescents with anxiety and panic disorders, depression, overwhelm, attention deficits, trauma, PTSD and complex presentations.
I am kind and compassionate, and tailor strategies so that my clients feel heard, supported and empowered to create meaningful change, enhancing their relationships and their lives.
I work one-on-one with adults and adolescents with anxiety and panic disorders, depression, overwhelm, attention deficits, trauma, PTSD and complex presentations.
I am kind and compassionate, and tailor strategies so that my clients feel heard, supported and empowered to create meaningful change, enhancing their relationships and their lives.
My areas of expertise encompass a range of concerns, including anxiety, trauma, depression, pain and chronic health conditions, grief, self-esteem, workplace issues, and relationship issues.
I provide a safe, comfortable space in which you can discuss your issues and together we can come up with a plan of action to move things in the right direction and improve your quality of life.
My areas of expertise encompass a range of concerns, including anxiety, trauma, depression, pain and chronic health conditions, grief, self-esteem, workplace issues, and relationship issues.
I provide a safe, comfortable space in which you can discuss your issues and together we can come up with a plan of action to move things in the right direction and improve your quality of life.
Each service is tailored using a strength-based approach to treatment to help you manage any issues including stress, depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD/cPTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Eating Disorders, OCD, Adult ADHD, phobias and performance anxiety, self-esteem and life’s challenges.
Danka is EMDR Accredited Practitioner working with individuals and couples, attachment Informed EMDR, IFS informed, Gottman’s Therapy Method, Workers Compensation & CTP (SIRA), Eating Disorder Clinician, Resource Therapist (Advanced Ego State Therapy).
Each service is tailored using a strength-based approach to treatment to help you manage any issues including stress, depression, anxiety, grief, PTSD/cPTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Eating Disorders, OCD, Adult ADHD, phobias and performance anxiety, self-esteem and life’s challenges.
Danka is EMDR Accredited Practitioner working with individuals and couples, attachment Informed EMDR, IFS informed, Gottman’s Therapy Method, Workers Compensation & CTP (SIRA), Eating Disorder Clinician, Resource Therapist (Advanced Ego State Therapy).
I specialize in somatic therapy, an approach that dives deep into the core of unresolved trauma within the body, facilitating rapid healing.
In my practice, I offer comprehensive therapy that sheds light on your patterns, empowering you to transform your life and reclaim happiness. I integrate traditional psychotherapy with somatic experiential therapies, providing a holistic approach. By addressing unresolved trauma in the body through somatic therapy, we facilitate rapid healing.
I specialize in somatic therapy, an approach that dives deep into the core of unresolved trauma within the body, facilitating rapid healing.
In my practice, I offer comprehensive therapy that sheds light on your patterns, empowering you to transform your life and reclaim happiness. I integrate traditional psychotherapy with somatic experiential therapies, providing a holistic approach. By addressing unresolved trauma in the body through somatic therapy, we facilitate rapid healing.
I enjoy working with clients to identify and overcome barriers, prepare and cope with life transitions, heal from trauma, tend and befriend feelings, cultivate self-acceptance and self-compassion, build healthy relationships, and foster meaning and purpose in their life.
Providing warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative support is at the core of my practice. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, couples therapy, gender affirming care, adjusting to parenthood, eating concerns and body image and multicultural concerns. I have extensive experience working with young adults.
I enjoy working with clients to identify and overcome barriers, prepare and cope with life transitions, heal from trauma, tend and befriend feelings, cultivate self-acceptance and self-compassion, build healthy relationships, and foster meaning and purpose in their life.
Providing warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative support is at the core of my practice. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, couples therapy, gender affirming care, adjusting to parenthood, eating concerns and body image and multicultural concerns. I have extensive experience working with young adults.
Specialties: workers comp (rehabilitation psych), abuse, trauma, pain management, job stress, wellness, peak performance assessment, coaching & consulting.
From 1974 trained in group therapy, transactional analysis, humanistic & transpersonal psychology. From 1986 in behaviour therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy, hypnosis, biofeedback, neurofeedback and mindfulness-based therapies, including MBSR (stress), ACT (Acceptance & Committment Therapy), Compassion-Focused Therapy, Emotion- Focused Therapy etal.
Specialties: workers comp (rehabilitation psych), abuse, trauma, pain management, job stress, wellness, peak performance assessment, coaching & consulting.
From 1974 trained in group therapy, transactional analysis, humanistic & transpersonal psychology. From 1986 in behaviour therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy, hypnosis, biofeedback, neurofeedback and mindfulness-based therapies, including MBSR (stress), ACT (Acceptance & Committment Therapy), Compassion-Focused Therapy, Emotion- Focused Therapy etal.
Dave has a particularly interest in issues related to trauma, attachment, self-worth/self-esteem, substance-related issues, and relationship problems and was named Australian Psychologist of the Year in 2023.
Dave has an adaptive and authentic approach to therapy. He draws on various therapeutic approaches, including Schema Therapy, ACT, CBT, motivational interviewing, couples counselling, and clinical hypnotherapy.
Dave has a particularly interest in issues related to trauma, attachment, self-worth/self-esteem, substance-related issues, and relationship problems and was named Australian Psychologist of the Year in 2023.
Dave has an adaptive and authentic approach to therapy. He draws on various therapeutic approaches, including Schema Therapy, ACT, CBT, motivational interviewing, couples counselling, and clinical hypnotherapy.
As someone who has dedicated over a decade to helping others heal from trauma, I have learnt that the integration of our mind-brain-body system is core to cultivating well-being.
My approach is about self-discovery. With curiosity and compassion, I aim to help clients explore, move through, and integrate challenging experiences, to ultimately discover what they truly value and what is vital for attaining and maintaining psychological well-being.
As someone who has dedicated over a decade to helping others heal from trauma, I have learnt that the integration of our mind-brain-body system is core to cultivating well-being.
My approach is about self-discovery. With curiosity and compassion, I aim to help clients explore, move through, and integrate challenging experiences, to ultimately discover what they truly value and what is vital for attaining and maintaining psychological well-being.
I am an active therapist who works mostly within the Schema Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy frameworks, where necessary I will also include EMDR approach (to process specific trauma memories).
2026 - offering mainly Telehealth sessions, with in-person sessions for EMDR work.
A few questions to consider suitable fit with me:
- am I ready to make changes?
- do I see being challenged by my therapist as an opportunity for personal development?
- am I willing to feel uncomfortable in therapy (vs I think therapy is about leaving feeling good)?
If you have answered "yes" to these questions, I would be able to assist you. Please visit my website for more information or to send me an enquiry.
I am an active therapist who works mostly within the Schema Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy frameworks, where necessary I will also include EMDR approach (to process specific trauma memories).
2026 - offering mainly Telehealth sessions, with in-person sessions for EMDR work.
A few questions to consider suitable fit with me:
- am I ready to make changes?
- do I see being challenged by my therapist as an opportunity for personal development?
- am I willing to feel uncomfortable in therapy (vs I think therapy is about leaving feeling good)?
If you have answered "yes" to these questions, I would be able to assist you. Please visit my website for more information or to send me an enquiry.
With the foundation of a safe and non-judgmental space, Mia has helped clients presenting with adjustment and life transitions, anxiety, depression, phobias, low self-worth, loss, trauma/abuse, workplace issues, anger management and more.
As all people are different, Mia’s collaborative approach is tailored to the individual, informed by the client’s own unique situation, preferences and needs. She draws on a number of modalities for a client-centred experience.
With the foundation of a safe and non-judgmental space, Mia has helped clients presenting with adjustment and life transitions, anxiety, depression, phobias, low self-worth, loss, trauma/abuse, workplace issues, anger management and more.
As all people are different, Mia’s collaborative approach is tailored to the individual, informed by the client’s own unique situation, preferences and needs. She draws on a number of modalities for a client-centred experience.
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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.