Sexual Abuse Psychologists and Therapists in Shepparton, VIC
I work with all issues such as childhood trauma, PTSD, DV/FV, anger, anxiety, sexual assault, communication, trust, shame, sexual issues, infidelity, addictions, parenting, ASD, MI & grief.
Empathic, safe & caring, using highly skilled proven attachment & relationship therapies- we work together as a team. You'll learn the relationship is the issue - not the individuals. Everyone deserves the best relationships possible; strong relationships being crucial to our individual wellbeing as well as our family's health & wellbeing outcomes.
I work with all issues such as childhood trauma, PTSD, DV/FV, anger, anxiety, sexual assault, communication, trust, shame, sexual issues, infidelity, addictions, parenting, ASD, MI & grief.
Empathic, safe & caring, using highly skilled proven attachment & relationship therapies- we work together as a team. You'll learn the relationship is the issue - not the individuals. Everyone deserves the best relationships possible; strong relationships being crucial to our individual wellbeing as well as our family's health & wellbeing outcomes.
Smitha Vincent, EMDR & Somatic Therapy, Shepparton
Social Worker, AMHSW
2 Endorsed
Shepparton, VIC 3630
I help women who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or lost—often because they care for others and people-please at their own expense. If you are wishing the thinking would stop so you can sleep... if you're tired and overwhelmed, with endless demands, often feeling unseen, you are not alone.
It’s okay to pause and let yourself take part in your own life, one step at a time. Here in this therapy space, we come together, light the lantern, and shake off what holds you back so you can take the next step that will take you closer to how you want to live.For me, therapy includes your body, inherited sorrows and strengths, and your connections.
I help women who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or lost—often because they care for others and people-please at their own expense. If you are wishing the thinking would stop so you can sleep... if you're tired and overwhelmed, with endless demands, often feeling unseen, you are not alone.
It’s okay to pause and let yourself take part in your own life, one step at a time. Here in this therapy space, we come together, light the lantern, and shake off what holds you back so you can take the next step that will take you closer to how you want to live.For me, therapy includes your body, inherited sorrows and strengths, and your connections.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable individuals who have spent a long time holding things together for others. They may be navigating trauma, burnout, parenting challenges, or the quiet exhaustion of trying to live in environments that don’t quite fit. Some are exploring their neurodivergence for the first time, while others are parents or practitioners seeking a deeper understanding. I offer a reflective, collaborative space to make sense of these experiences and find ways of living that feel more aligned and sustainable.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable individuals who have spent a long time holding things together for others. They may be navigating trauma, burnout, parenting challenges, or the quiet exhaustion of trying to live in environments that don’t quite fit. Some are exploring their neurodivergence for the first time, while others are parents or practitioners seeking a deeper understanding. I offer a reflective, collaborative space to make sense of these experiences and find ways of living that feel more aligned and sustainable.
Hi I'm Naomi, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Resource Therapist. I have an honest, kind, understanding, non judgemental approach, listening to what you need help with and here to support you with life's challenges. Feeling stuck in old patterns that aren't helping anymore? And you're ready to change! With a narrative counselling style, I first listen to your story; how did you manage before, what are your strengths, what do you value in life? What is important to you in a relationship/friendship and what do you like about yourself? I use Resource Therapy to help the injured part of you heal.
Hi I'm Naomi, an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Resource Therapist. I have an honest, kind, understanding, non judgemental approach, listening to what you need help with and here to support you with life's challenges. Feeling stuck in old patterns that aren't helping anymore? And you're ready to change! With a narrative counselling style, I first listen to your story; how did you manage before, what are your strengths, what do you value in life? What is important to you in a relationship/friendship and what do you like about yourself? I use Resource Therapy to help the injured part of you heal.
You’re the strong one. High-functioning, self-aware, always showing up for others — but quietly battling burnout, self-doubt, and anxious relationships. You crave boundaries, clarity, and deeper self-trust. You want to stop spiraling in your head and start feeling safe in your body and relationships. You're not broken — you're exhausted from surviving. You want to feel steady, empowered, and finally free of patterns that no longer serve you — in love, work, and within yourself.
You’re the strong one. High-functioning, self-aware, always showing up for others — but quietly battling burnout, self-doubt, and anxious relationships. You crave boundaries, clarity, and deeper self-trust. You want to stop spiraling in your head and start feeling safe in your body and relationships. You're not broken — you're exhausted from surviving. You want to feel steady, empowered, and finally free of patterns that no longer serve you — in love, work, and within yourself.
I specialise in supporting people to recover from trauma, family violence and sexual assault.
Counselling should always begin from a place of empathy and curiosity, and I strive to make the process one of two-way learning and discovery. I offer a wholistic and tailored approach to therapy that meets you were you are at and helps you get where you want to be.
I specialise in supporting people to recover from trauma, family violence and sexual assault.
Counselling should always begin from a place of empathy and curiosity, and I strive to make the process one of two-way learning and discovery. I offer a wholistic and tailored approach to therapy that meets you were you are at and helps you get where you want to be.
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Renee Melges is a Registered Clinical Psychologist with a Masters in Clinical Psychology. She has over 25 years experience working as a Psychologist and combines eastern and western philosophies to assist the client to maximise their potential and facilitate personal growth. Renee Melges provides Online and In person Holistic Counselling for adults, adolescents and primary school children across Australia. Renee Melges specialises in mood and anxiety disorders.
Renee Melges is a Registered Clinical Psychologist with a Masters in Clinical Psychology. She has over 25 years experience working as a Psychologist and combines eastern and western philosophies to assist the client to maximise their potential and facilitate personal growth. Renee Melges provides Online and In person Holistic Counselling for adults, adolescents and primary school children across Australia. Renee Melges specialises in mood and anxiety disorders.
Amelia specialises in trauma, mental health, and neurodivergence. Her approach is characterised by a gentle and supportive presence. She utilises a range of focussed psychological strategies, such as CBT, EMDR, ACT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, Stregths, Play, Nature and Arts-based approaches. Each session is tailored to meet the unique needs of the individual.
Amelia is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for her clients. Her Social Work skills enable her to uphold social justice and human rights and address complex issues with both sensitivity and effectiveness, making her a highly valued practitioner in her field.
Amelia specialises in trauma, mental health, and neurodivergence. Her approach is characterised by a gentle and supportive presence. She utilises a range of focussed psychological strategies, such as CBT, EMDR, ACT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, Stregths, Play, Nature and Arts-based approaches. Each session is tailored to meet the unique needs of the individual.
Amelia is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for her clients. Her Social Work skills enable her to uphold social justice and human rights and address complex issues with both sensitivity and effectiveness, making her a highly valued practitioner in her field.
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From time to time, we all face challenges and experience change throughout different stages of our lives. But for many of us, sometimes it might be more difficult than usual to cope or find our way. Perhaps you are feeling lost because the life you currently lead is not what you had imagined it would be? Or it could be that you are facing an overwhelming situation, or 'stuck' in a relationship that creates major stress. You may have been struggling with anxiety, depression, loss or other significant life transitions for some time, and now need help. At Safe Place Counselling, you do not need to deal with life’s challenges alone.
From time to time, we all face challenges and experience change throughout different stages of our lives. But for many of us, sometimes it might be more difficult than usual to cope or find our way. Perhaps you are feeling lost because the life you currently lead is not what you had imagined it would be? Or it could be that you are facing an overwhelming situation, or 'stuck' in a relationship that creates major stress. You may have been struggling with anxiety, depression, loss or other significant life transitions for some time, and now need help. At Safe Place Counselling, you do not need to deal with life’s challenges alone.
On the outside, life probably looks stable. Good work, good relationships, a lot to be grateful for. But inside, things can feel heavy or hard to make sense of. Many of the people I work with describe anxiety, disconnection, or feeling stuck in old patterns that don’t shift, no matter how hard they try. Some are exploring Autism or ADHD, or noticing how past experiences still shape the present, and how they relate to others. Others are beginning to see that what they’ve been carrying is trauma. What they all have in common is a longing to feel safer, calmer, and more like them
On the outside, life probably looks stable. Good work, good relationships, a lot to be grateful for. But inside, things can feel heavy or hard to make sense of. Many of the people I work with describe anxiety, disconnection, or feeling stuck in old patterns that don’t shift, no matter how hard they try. Some are exploring Autism or ADHD, or noticing how past experiences still shape the present, and how they relate to others. Others are beginning to see that what they’ve been carrying is trauma. What they all have in common is a longing to feel safer, calmer, and more like them
May/June 2026 Availability for Couples and individuals.
Sex Therapy, Mental Health Counselling and Relationship Therapy. I take guidance from clients on where they're at and what they might need, taking it at your own pace. I am sex worker friendly, Lgbtiqa+sb inclusive, kink and poly aware and gender affirming. My areas of interest are working in topics of sex and relationships, including sexual pain and anxiety. I am experienced with working with trauma and have worked with survivors of family violence and a variety of marginalised and diverse communities including different cultural backgrounds.
May/June 2026 Availability for Couples and individuals.
Sex Therapy, Mental Health Counselling and Relationship Therapy. I take guidance from clients on where they're at and what they might need, taking it at your own pace. I am sex worker friendly, Lgbtiqa+sb inclusive, kink and poly aware and gender affirming. My areas of interest are working in topics of sex and relationships, including sexual pain and anxiety. I am experienced with working with trauma and have worked with survivors of family violence and a variety of marginalised and diverse communities including different cultural backgrounds.
I am driven by supporting individuals experiencing a wide range of difficulties that might include trauma, life transitions, grief, anger, relationship breakdowns, parenting support, confidence/resilience building and managing a mental health diagnosis. I aim to work alongside my client to empower them to establish alternative ways of thinking and behaving, in order to foster their journey of becoming self reliant. I facilitate a warm, safe and therapeutic space by upholding empathy, curiosity and authenticity as my core values personally and professionally. I provide support to individuals from the age of 7 to 65+
I am driven by supporting individuals experiencing a wide range of difficulties that might include trauma, life transitions, grief, anger, relationship breakdowns, parenting support, confidence/resilience building and managing a mental health diagnosis. I aim to work alongside my client to empower them to establish alternative ways of thinking and behaving, in order to foster their journey of becoming self reliant. I facilitate a warm, safe and therapeutic space by upholding empathy, curiosity and authenticity as my core values personally and professionally. I provide support to individuals from the age of 7 to 65+
Helping you feel calm, clear, and in control.
Psychotherapy, Clinical Hypnotherapy, EMDR for professionals, individuals, and couples navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
With a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and client-centered approach
Licensed Psychotherapist / Clinical Hypnotherapist
Multilingual support
In-person and online sessions
Flexible hours, evening, and weekend appointments
Helping you feel calm, clear, and in control.
Psychotherapy, Clinical Hypnotherapy, EMDR for professionals, individuals, and couples navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
With a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and client-centered approach
Licensed Psychotherapist / Clinical Hypnotherapist
Multilingual support
In-person and online sessions
Flexible hours, evening, and weekend appointments
I provide specialised counselling support to people with diverse experiences, including neurodivergence, gender, race, sexuality, disability, and fatness. My work centres anti-oppressive practices and values. I prioritise lived experience values and draw on my own journey and the journeys of others in my work.
I provide specialised counselling support to people with diverse experiences, including neurodivergence, gender, race, sexuality, disability, and fatness. My work centres anti-oppressive practices and values. I prioritise lived experience values and draw on my own journey and the journeys of others in my work.
I specialise in helping families heal and reconnect after relational trauma. My sessions are filled with warmth, humour and authenticity. You may come on your own or with your partner or family members. I take a non-judgmental and collaborative approach to create a safe therapeutic space. Over the last 15 years, I have worked in the not-for-profit sector, supporting children and their families who have experienced trauma, grief and disconnection. I have a strong interest in intergenerational trauma and supporting people to process their experiences and move on with compassion and hope for themselves and others.
I specialise in helping families heal and reconnect after relational trauma. My sessions are filled with warmth, humour and authenticity. You may come on your own or with your partner or family members. I take a non-judgmental and collaborative approach to create a safe therapeutic space. Over the last 15 years, I have worked in the not-for-profit sector, supporting children and their families who have experienced trauma, grief and disconnection. I have a strong interest in intergenerational trauma and supporting people to process their experiences and move on with compassion and hope for themselves and others.
Hello, I’m Annie, a certified Art Psychotherapist and the founder of Kaleido. I have extensive experience working in forensic, secure, acute mental health, and addiction settings in both the UK and Victoria, Australia.
I have completed and delivered training in trauma-informed care, intersectionality, and cultural safety. I've had the privilege of a decade of steady growth in art therapy supervision, and it's been such a rewarding journey.
Hello, I’m Annie, a certified Art Psychotherapist and the founder of Kaleido. I have extensive experience working in forensic, secure, acute mental health, and addiction settings in both the UK and Victoria, Australia.
I have completed and delivered training in trauma-informed care, intersectionality, and cultural safety. I've had the privilege of a decade of steady growth in art therapy supervision, and it's been such a rewarding journey.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 20 years of experience in the field. My practice is dedicated to helping adults navigate their mental health journeys. 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 believe in the power of tailored interventions, and I work closely with clients to design treatment plans that align with their unique needs.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 20 years of experience in the field. My practice is dedicated to helping adults navigate their mental health journeys. 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 believe in the power of tailored interventions, and I work closely with clients to design treatment plans that align with their unique needs.
Mary is a psychologist experienced in treating several mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, personality disorders, and relationship difficulties. She has a particular interest in how early life experiences and trauma contribute to current patterns; relationship issues and supporting people in personal growth and meaning.
Mary’s ethos is grounded in the understanding that our inner world is deeply connected to our everyday lives. By exploring this connection, we can take meaningful steps toward lasting change. She offers a warm, compassionate, and honest space to build insight and support meaningful change.
Mary is a psychologist experienced in treating several mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, personality disorders, and relationship difficulties. She has a particular interest in how early life experiences and trauma contribute to current patterns; relationship issues and supporting people in personal growth and meaning.
Mary’s ethos is grounded in the understanding that our inner world is deeply connected to our everyday lives. By exploring this connection, we can take meaningful steps toward lasting change. She offers a warm, compassionate, and honest space to build insight and support meaningful change.
Naomi (she/her) brings a bright, curious and compassionate approach to her work with children (8 years +) and adults. She will listen carefully and ask thoughtful questions to help clients make sense of their experience and find ways forward. Naomi operates from a neurodiversity affirming and trauma informed approach. Naomi is an advocate of people from all genders and sexualities. She has a strong research background (trauma and PTSD) and brings that same curiosity and knowledge of the evidence base to her work with clients.
Naomi (she/her) brings a bright, curious and compassionate approach to her work with children (8 years +) and adults. She will listen carefully and ask thoughtful questions to help clients make sense of their experience and find ways forward. Naomi operates from a neurodiversity affirming and trauma informed approach. Naomi is an advocate of people from all genders and sexualities. She has a strong research background (trauma and PTSD) and brings that same curiosity and knowledge of the evidence base to her work with clients.
I help individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s transitions, manage mental health challenges, and heal from trauma. As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Family Therapist, with over 15 years of experience across public health and private practice, I use a client-centered, trauma-informed approach that empowers you to regain control, find grounding, and create meaningful connections. I offer compassionate, holistic care tailored to your unique story and goals.
I help individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s transitions, manage mental health challenges, and heal from trauma. As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Family Therapist, with over 15 years of experience across public health and private practice, I use a client-centered, trauma-informed approach that empowers you to regain control, find grounding, and create meaningful connections. I offer compassionate, holistic care tailored to your unique story and goals.
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How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.
Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.
How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.
Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.