Somatic Psychologists and Therapists in Newport, VIC
We might also explore breathwork and work with the parts of yourself that may be holding you back or Somatic based practices tailored to your needs.
Life can be tough, but you don’t have to face it alone. Counselling can help you navigate your way back to feeling better about life. I’m a compassionate counsellor with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. I understand how overwhelming life’s challenges can be—whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, or any other personal issues. Taking that first step toward change is often the hardest, but with new strategies and support change is possible.
We might also explore breathwork and work with the parts of yourself that may be holding you back or Somatic based practices tailored to your needs.
Life can be tough, but you don’t have to face it alone. Counselling can help you navigate your way back to feeling better about life. I’m a compassionate counsellor with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. I understand how overwhelming life’s challenges can be—whether you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, or any other personal issues. Taking that first step toward change is often the hardest, but with new strategies and support change is possible.
I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches but have a special interest in using somatic / sensory-based approaches alongside traditional talk therapies to support the whole person, not just isolated symptoms.
I have extensive experience in supporting young people, adults and families with a wide range of challenges, including stress, anxiety, depression, PMDD, biopolar disorder, trauma, life transitions, and work-life balance. This includes individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and people who identify as gender diverse or neurodivergent.
I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches but have a special interest in using somatic / sensory-based approaches alongside traditional talk therapies to support the whole person, not just isolated symptoms.
I have extensive experience in supporting young people, adults and families with a wide range of challenges, including stress, anxiety, depression, PMDD, biopolar disorder, trauma, life transitions, and work-life balance. This includes individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and people who identify as gender diverse or neurodivergent.
As an accredited Mental Health Social Worker and registered counsellor/trauma therapist, I use therapeutic modalities that move beyond symptom management to address underlying root causes. I work with clients struggling with mood and anxiety disorders and shame/low self worth. I have a special interest in the impact and treatment of trauma, including working with PTSD, attachment/relationship issues and sexual assault/abuse. I am committed to a safe and non-judgemental approach where we work collaboratively to identify what you are wanting to change and how to go about it, in the least distressing and most effective way possible.
As an accredited Mental Health Social Worker and registered counsellor/trauma therapist, I use therapeutic modalities that move beyond symptom management to address underlying root causes. I work with clients struggling with mood and anxiety disorders and shame/low self worth. I have a special interest in the impact and treatment of trauma, including working with PTSD, attachment/relationship issues and sexual assault/abuse. I am committed to a safe and non-judgemental approach where we work collaboratively to identify what you are wanting to change and how to go about it, in the least distressing and most effective way possible.
Emma dedicated to improving the mental health and wellbeing of individuals across the lifespan with a wide range of presenting issues. Emma is passionate about creating a safe, non-judgemental and empowering environment and relationship, to allow clients to explore the difficulties that are arising in their lives and develop self-awareness and self-compassion. She aims to promote self-acceptance and positive change by drawing on individuals strengths, and helping them move towards living a rich, full and meaningful life.
Emma dedicated to improving the mental health and wellbeing of individuals across the lifespan with a wide range of presenting issues. Emma is passionate about creating a safe, non-judgemental and empowering environment and relationship, to allow clients to explore the difficulties that are arising in their lives and develop self-awareness and self-compassion. She aims to promote self-acceptance and positive change by drawing on individuals strengths, and helping them move towards living a rich, full and meaningful life.
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Hello, I’m Anthony, and I’m passionate about supporting people who are ready to make positive changes in their lives. Life can be overwhelming at times, and many individuals face challenges such as anxiety, depression, and relying on old coping mechanisms that no longer serve them. My approach is to walk alongside you as we explore what aligns with your values and goals, helping you move towards growth, developing new stories or beliefs, while letting go of patterns that may no longer be helpful.
I bring a compassionate, empathetic, trauma informed approach, along with lived experience, to our work together.
Hello, I’m Anthony, and I’m passionate about supporting people who are ready to make positive changes in their lives. Life can be overwhelming at times, and many individuals face challenges such as anxiety, depression, and relying on old coping mechanisms that no longer serve them. My approach is to walk alongside you as we explore what aligns with your values and goals, helping you move towards growth, developing new stories or beliefs, while letting go of patterns that may no longer be helpful.
I bring a compassionate, empathetic, trauma informed approach, along with lived experience, to our work together.
Cecilia is an experienced trauma therapist with decades of clinical work supporting refugees, survivors of torture, and people living with complex trauma. Her deep exposure to profound adversity has shaped exceptional attunement, clinical insight, and therapeutic precision, skills built through years of specialised trauma practice. She also provides skilled clinical supervision, guiding counsellors in trauma‑informed, reflective, and ethical practice.
Cecilia is an experienced trauma therapist with decades of clinical work supporting refugees, survivors of torture, and people living with complex trauma. Her deep exposure to profound adversity has shaped exceptional attunement, clinical insight, and therapeutic precision, skills built through years of specialised trauma practice. She also provides skilled clinical supervision, guiding counsellors in trauma‑informed, reflective, and ethical practice.
Alongside EMDR, IFS-informed, somatic, & creative arts therapies, I also offer innovative, short-term, intensive therapy options for clinicians & leaders seeking deeper, faster trauma recovery & renewed vitality.
With over of 25 years experience, I offer evidence-based, trauma-informed support & help you to find a way forward that works for you.
I offer an integrated creative arts, music and somatic therapy approach (including EMDR & Internal Family Systems) that helps you get to the root of the issue.
Short term, intensive therapy packages also available.
Alongside EMDR, IFS-informed, somatic, & creative arts therapies, I also offer innovative, short-term, intensive therapy options for clinicians & leaders seeking deeper, faster trauma recovery & renewed vitality.
With over of 25 years experience, I offer evidence-based, trauma-informed support & help you to find a way forward that works for you.
I offer an integrated creative arts, music and somatic therapy approach (including EMDR & Internal Family Systems) that helps you get to the root of the issue.
Short term, intensive therapy packages also available.
Love and Grief. Loneliness. School Can’t. Power Struggles. Doubt. Disenchantment. Impoverishment. Cultures. Identities. Mind-Body Connection. Spiritual Emergence. These are my jams. I work with all ages and faces in beautiful spaces. I want you to get a lot out of therapy, not just a bandaid or another set of textbook rules/strategies to get by, but a way of life that is deeply congruent and satisfying to who you truly are, as well as your own portable home of what I call the 7 Friends of Universal Human Needs: Safety, Support, Truth, Freedom/Creative Expression, Value and Worth, Beauty, and Vibrant Connection to All of Life.
Love and Grief. Loneliness. School Can’t. Power Struggles. Doubt. Disenchantment. Impoverishment. Cultures. Identities. Mind-Body Connection. Spiritual Emergence. These are my jams. I work with all ages and faces in beautiful spaces. I want you to get a lot out of therapy, not just a bandaid or another set of textbook rules/strategies to get by, but a way of life that is deeply congruent and satisfying to who you truly are, as well as your own portable home of what I call the 7 Friends of Universal Human Needs: Safety, Support, Truth, Freedom/Creative Expression, Value and Worth, Beauty, and Vibrant Connection to All of Life.
Balancing challenge and support Awombda incorporates somatic experiencing, art therapy, DBT, strengths based approach and mindfulness into her practice
Awombda is a Gestalt relational psychotherapist who is passionate about change, choice and allowing space to grow. She has worked in the community sector for over 25 years in mental health, homelessness and drug and alcohol. Awombda has extensive experience working with anxiety and depression, PTSD, grief and loss, trauma, relationship difficulties and substance use issues. Awombda has specialist expertise working with the LGBTIQA+ community. In addition to her practice Awombda has taught in the graduate art therapy program at Miecat and is currently on faculty at Gestalt Therapy Australia.
Balancing challenge and support Awombda incorporates somatic experiencing, art therapy, DBT, strengths based approach and mindfulness into her practice
Awombda is a Gestalt relational psychotherapist who is passionate about change, choice and allowing space to grow. She has worked in the community sector for over 25 years in mental health, homelessness and drug and alcohol. Awombda has extensive experience working with anxiety and depression, PTSD, grief and loss, trauma, relationship difficulties and substance use issues. Awombda has specialist expertise working with the LGBTIQA+ community. In addition to her practice Awombda has taught in the graduate art therapy program at Miecat and is currently on faculty at Gestalt Therapy Australia.
Healing after harm. Reclaim your voice.
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Specialist Counselling for Narcissistic Abuse
(Recovery from Pathological Relationships - Partners, Parents, Children, Workplace)
I'm sorry you're experiencing this insidious form of harm!
Mine is a Low-Needs Autism, ADHD, Disability & LGBTQI+ Friendly Practice
I am a long-term practitioner of Vipassana meditation, Yoga and Mindfulness.
Healing after harm. Reclaim your voice.
Rebuild your life.
Gentle guidance through deep healing…
Specialist Counselling for Narcissistic Abuse
(Recovery from Pathological Relationships - Partners, Parents, Children, Workplace)
I'm sorry you're experiencing this insidious form of harm!
Mine is a Low-Needs Autism, ADHD, Disability & LGBTQI+ Friendly Practice
I am a long-term practitioner of Vipassana meditation, Yoga and Mindfulness.
I believe everyone can benefit from therapy - from seeking support for a life transition; to exploring and healing trauma; to identifying and optimizing your patterns for greater satisfaction in your day to day life and relationships. We all thrive when we are seen and heard for who we truly are, in a non-judgmental and caring setting. I became a therapist because I am genuinely curious and interested in people, getting to know each person's unique experiences, and supporting them to heal and thrive. I strive to create a safe and welcoming space where you can feel comfortable to be yourself; allowing you to explore, grow and heal.
I believe everyone can benefit from therapy - from seeking support for a life transition; to exploring and healing trauma; to identifying and optimizing your patterns for greater satisfaction in your day to day life and relationships. We all thrive when we are seen and heard for who we truly are, in a non-judgmental and caring setting. I became a therapist because I am genuinely curious and interested in people, getting to know each person's unique experiences, and supporting them to heal and thrive. I strive to create a safe and welcoming space where you can feel comfortable to be yourself; allowing you to explore, grow and heal.
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Hello, I’m Harriet. I work with overthinkers, high-achievers, and busy professionals who often feel mentally stretched, caught in cycles of worry, or unable to switch off. If you struggle with racing thoughts, perfectionism, difficulty resting, or feeling constantly “on,” therapy can help you feel calmer, think more clearly, avoid burnout, and be more present. Together, we can explore strategies to notice stress earlier, respond to emotions with self-kindness, pause before reacting, make decisions with confidence, embrace slower mornings, rest without guilt, and stay aligned with your values.
Welcoming New Clients.
Hello, I’m Harriet. I work with overthinkers, high-achievers, and busy professionals who often feel mentally stretched, caught in cycles of worry, or unable to switch off. If you struggle with racing thoughts, perfectionism, difficulty resting, or feeling constantly “on,” therapy can help you feel calmer, think more clearly, avoid burnout, and be more present. Together, we can explore strategies to notice stress earlier, respond to emotions with self-kindness, pause before reacting, make decisions with confidence, embrace slower mornings, rest without guilt, and stay aligned with your values.
Hi, I’m Lara (she/her), a registered psychologist and proud queer woman of trans experience, dedicated to supporting individuals across diverse genders, sexualities, and neurotypes. With lived experience within kink, queer, and poly/RA communities, I bring a deeply affirming, intersectional lens to my practice, understanding firsthand the impact of stigma, marginalisation, and systemic barriers on mental health. I am committed to providing trauma-informed, client-led, strengths-based care that celebrates neurodiversity and fosters authentic self-expression.
Hi, I’m Lara (she/her), a registered psychologist and proud queer woman of trans experience, dedicated to supporting individuals across diverse genders, sexualities, and neurotypes. With lived experience within kink, queer, and poly/RA communities, I bring a deeply affirming, intersectional lens to my practice, understanding firsthand the impact of stigma, marginalisation, and systemic barriers on mental health. I am committed to providing trauma-informed, client-led, strengths-based care that celebrates neurodiversity and fosters authentic self-expression.
You might be experiencing anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, depression, or grieving a loss. Perhaps you feel pressured or stuck and unable to be your true self, impacting your relationships with your partner, colleagues, classmates, or family members. Sometimes memories of family violence or childhood abuse can further complicate your situation, making you feel isolated and disconnected from others. Perhaps you're challenged by relationship challenges. Know that you don't have to be alone with these challenges. Support for your emotional and psychological wellbeing is available. Please contact me to see how I can help.
You might be experiencing anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, depression, or grieving a loss. Perhaps you feel pressured or stuck and unable to be your true self, impacting your relationships with your partner, colleagues, classmates, or family members. Sometimes memories of family violence or childhood abuse can further complicate your situation, making you feel isolated and disconnected from others. Perhaps you're challenged by relationship challenges. Know that you don't have to be alone with these challenges. Support for your emotional and psychological wellbeing is available. Please contact me to see how I can help.
I believe each time we encounter a challenge or difficulty in life it offers us an opportunity to learn more and inhabit our selves and life more deeply. I'm passionate about supporting individuals, couples and families in exploring, accessing and tending to the internal and external resources needed to take up such opportunities and to flourish. I will wholeheartedly and collaboratively support you in finding your way through life challenges and towards your goals with warmth and compassion.
I believe each time we encounter a challenge or difficulty in life it offers us an opportunity to learn more and inhabit our selves and life more deeply. I'm passionate about supporting individuals, couples and families in exploring, accessing and tending to the internal and external resources needed to take up such opportunities and to flourish. I will wholeheartedly and collaboratively support you in finding your way through life challenges and towards your goals with warmth and compassion.
I work with my clients in a human, down to earth way. I see us as two people working together to find what will help make things better for you. We'll look at more than just your symptoms; we'll look at your life experiences, your relationships, your family & ancestral history, social & environmental systems around you, and how your body is responding to all of this. I tend to work deeply and do more than just teach you strategies. I am interested in supporting you to get to the root cause of things, because I believe that is where we find liberation and self-compassion.
I work with my clients in a human, down to earth way. I see us as two people working together to find what will help make things better for you. We'll look at more than just your symptoms; we'll look at your life experiences, your relationships, your family & ancestral history, social & environmental systems around you, and how your body is responding to all of this. I tend to work deeply and do more than just teach you strategies. I am interested in supporting you to get to the root cause of things, because I believe that is where we find liberation and self-compassion.
You might be here because the bad days never seem to end... perhaps you're feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected or you’re stuck in a cycle of negative thought patterns like, “I’m not good enough” or “I'll never change or get better”. Maybe you're struggling with anxiety, chronic stress, fatigue, depression, emotional numbness, difficult memories.... or past traumatic experiences that continues to affect your life today? There may be tension in your body that feels more emotional in origin, or you're feeling disconnected from yourself and others. Perhaps it's finally beginning to take a toll on you, or your relationships?
You might be here because the bad days never seem to end... perhaps you're feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected or you’re stuck in a cycle of negative thought patterns like, “I’m not good enough” or “I'll never change or get better”. Maybe you're struggling with anxiety, chronic stress, fatigue, depression, emotional numbness, difficult memories.... or past traumatic experiences that continues to affect your life today? There may be tension in your body that feels more emotional in origin, or you're feeling disconnected from yourself and others. Perhaps it's finally beginning to take a toll on you, or your relationships?
Hi, I'm Miranda, and I am here for women struggling with the demands of everyday life and/or relationships. If you are experiencing PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, anxiety, burnout, mum guilt, or chronic stress, are neurodivergent, or have childhood/attachment trauma, I'm here for you. I am passionate about helping women make sense of what’s happening in their lives and why they feel as they do. I have extensive personal experience and have worked with women and trauma in private practice for over 9 years. I use a range of therapeutic techniques to help you regulate, heal, and recover your sense of self so you can live well.
Hi, I'm Miranda, and I am here for women struggling with the demands of everyday life and/or relationships. If you are experiencing PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, anxiety, burnout, mum guilt, or chronic stress, are neurodivergent, or have childhood/attachment trauma, I'm here for you. I am passionate about helping women make sense of what’s happening in their lives and why they feel as they do. I have extensive personal experience and have worked with women and trauma in private practice for over 9 years. I use a range of therapeutic techniques to help you regulate, heal, and recover your sense of self so you can live well.
Somatic therapy, nervous system reset, psychoeducation and talk therapy
Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel like there are always challenges that stop you from a balanced life? Or maybe you are struggling with the same patterns and trauma that just won't go away? Modern life can be so complicated, there is so much happening in the world it can be hard to find our own place in it. People are struggling in this global climate. Counselling can help you to connect to yourself. So often we think about connection to others, but how can we do that when we feel a sense of unrest and disconnection to our true self?
Somatic therapy, nervous system reset, psychoeducation and talk therapy
Are you feeling stuck? Do you feel like there are always challenges that stop you from a balanced life? Or maybe you are struggling with the same patterns and trauma that just won't go away? Modern life can be so complicated, there is so much happening in the world it can be hard to find our own place in it. People are struggling in this global climate. Counselling can help you to connect to yourself. So often we think about connection to others, but how can we do that when we feel a sense of unrest and disconnection to our true self?
My approach can include mindfulness, somatic practices and creative work.
Relationship Therapist and Clinical Supervisor, working with individuals, couples & families. I will work with you to strengthen your relationships with self and others, through careful exploration of your emotional landscape, attending to any emotional blocks holding you back from relating well. Attention given to enhancing communication and supporting expressions of more vulnerable emotions and experiences. Special interest working with challenges related to love, desire, sex and intimacy. My interest and focus surrounds exploring issues through the lens of relationship- whether that be intimate or other.
My approach can include mindfulness, somatic practices and creative work.
Relationship Therapist and Clinical Supervisor, working with individuals, couples & families. I will work with you to strengthen your relationships with self and others, through careful exploration of your emotional landscape, attending to any emotional blocks holding you back from relating well. Attention given to enhancing communication and supporting expressions of more vulnerable emotions and experiences. Special interest working with challenges related to love, desire, sex and intimacy. My interest and focus surrounds exploring issues through the lens of relationship- whether that be intimate or other.
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Somatic Therapists
How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.