Domestic Abuse Psychologists and Therapists in Como, WA

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VH Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Como, WA 6152
I have over 10 years' experience a Registered Psychologist with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency, and a member of the Australian Psychological Society. I work as a client centered Psychologist who aims to build a safe space where clients can strive for improved well being. I work with adults, couples and adolescents.
I have over 10 years' experience a Registered Psychologist with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency, and a member of the Australian Psychological Society. I work as a client centered Psychologist who aims to build a safe space where clients can strive for improved well being. I work with adults, couples and adolescents.
(08) 7079 4247 View (08) 7079 4247
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Dr Joseph Fleming
Social Worker, PhD, AMHSW
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
• Depression • Anxiety related disorders including phobias, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive behaviour and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) • Workplace issues • Grief and Loss • Parenting • Disability • Personality Disorders • Domestic Violence and aggression • School related
I am well qualified in evidence-based, effective treatments for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and other psycho-social and emotional issues. I offer you a space where you can safely reflect, at your own pace on concerns.
• Depression • Anxiety related disorders including phobias, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive behaviour and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) • Workplace issues • Grief and Loss • Parenting • Disability • Personality Disorders • Domestic Violence and aggression • School related
I am well qualified in evidence-based, effective treatments for anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and other psycho-social and emotional issues. I offer you a space where you can safely reflect, at your own pace on concerns.
(08) 6219 3266 View (08) 6219 3266
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Kristie Rostant
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Feeling stuck or worried about your child? I provide support to adults, parents and children aged 0-10. Do you find yourself overthinking, overwhelmed by emotions, confused by your reactions, or struggling in relationships? Or perhaps you’re a parent, trying your best to support your child through anxiety, big emotions, or challenging behaviours and quietly wondering if you’re getting it right? Many struggles are shaped by early relationships and experiences. These can include the impact of stress or trauma. I help you make sense of why you or your child feel and react the way you do and help build trust in your relationships.
Feeling stuck or worried about your child? I provide support to adults, parents and children aged 0-10. Do you find yourself overthinking, overwhelmed by emotions, confused by your reactions, or struggling in relationships? Or perhaps you’re a parent, trying your best to support your child through anxiety, big emotions, or challenging behaviours and quietly wondering if you’re getting it right? Many struggles are shaped by early relationships and experiences. These can include the impact of stress or trauma. I help you make sense of why you or your child feel and react the way you do and help build trust in your relationships.
(08) 6490 9287 View (08) 6490 9287
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Tap In Counselling Service
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Serves Area
“Stress, losses, and trauma create changes you don’t choose. Healing creates change you do choose” (adapted from Rosenthal). Dorte (Dee) at Tap In Counselling Service is a compassionate counsellor, whose training & experience strengthen her ability to adapt evidence-based approaches according to individual healing & recovery needs. Dorte guides adults and couples to tap into their resources, strengths, and supports to enhance their well-being, gain desired changes, and for healing. Individuals with BUPA, AHM, MediBank, HCF and Australian Regional Health Group (ARHG) incl. HBF private health cover may be eligible to claim rebates.
“Stress, losses, and trauma create changes you don’t choose. Healing creates change you do choose” (adapted from Rosenthal). Dorte (Dee) at Tap In Counselling Service is a compassionate counsellor, whose training & experience strengthen her ability to adapt evidence-based approaches according to individual healing & recovery needs. Dorte guides adults and couples to tap into their resources, strengths, and supports to enhance their well-being, gain desired changes, and for healing. Individuals with BUPA, AHM, MediBank, HCF and Australian Regional Health Group (ARHG) incl. HBF private health cover may be eligible to claim rebates.
(08) 6493 7783 View (08) 6493 7783
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Interconnect Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, AAFT
Serves Area
Families, couples and individuals seek my services because they want help to express and explore difficult thoughts and emotions safely, they want to understand each other’s experiences and views, appreciate each other’s needs, build on strengths and make useful changes in their relationships and their lives. My clients often comment that my sessions have provided them an opportunity to reflect on themselves and how they interact in their relationships which helps them understand their own behaviours better, thus finding ways forward - either as an individual or as a couple and family.
Families, couples and individuals seek my services because they want help to express and explore difficult thoughts and emotions safely, they want to understand each other’s experiences and views, appreciate each other’s needs, build on strengths and make useful changes in their relationships and their lives. My clients often comment that my sessions have provided them an opportunity to reflect on themselves and how they interact in their relationships which helps them understand their own behaviours better, thus finding ways forward - either as an individual or as a couple and family.
(08) 7701 9554 View (08) 7701 9554
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Ellen Wilson
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I help people with emotional, behavioural, and relationship challenges, children (4+), teenagers, adults, couples, and families. I welcome clients with MHCP, NDIS, and WorkCover, and aim to create a warm, genuine space where you feel comfortable and understood. My expertise includes trauma-informed care, neurodiversity, and relationship counselling. Using evidence-based approaches, including Play Therapy for children, I support you to navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, strengthen relationships, and enhance your overall wellbeing.
I help people with emotional, behavioural, and relationship challenges, children (4+), teenagers, adults, couples, and families. I welcome clients with MHCP, NDIS, and WorkCover, and aim to create a warm, genuine space where you feel comfortable and understood. My expertise includes trauma-informed care, neurodiversity, and relationship counselling. Using evidence-based approaches, including Play Therapy for children, I support you to navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, strengthen relationships, and enhance your overall wellbeing.
0494 039 453 View 0494 039 453
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Sally Robson-Thomas
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I support adults, young people and couples to navigate life’s challenges in a respectful and non-judgemental manner. I have worked in rural and urban settings and love to work with people from all walks of life. I enjoy working with a range of tricky problems that can bother big and small people, including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and relationship issues.
I support adults, young people and couples to navigate life’s challenges in a respectful and non-judgemental manner. I have worked in rural and urban settings and love to work with people from all walks of life. I enjoy working with a range of tricky problems that can bother big and small people, including anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and relationship issues.
(08) 6109 8103 View (08) 6109 8103
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Counselling with Lisa Cregan
Social Worker, AASW
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
Do you require support and guidance with disability, ageing or chronic health-related conditions? I am a registered Counsellor and Accredited Social Worker. My background includes providing counselling and disability and aged-care service delivery with State and Local government agencies.
Do you require support and guidance with disability, ageing or chronic health-related conditions? I am a registered Counsellor and Accredited Social Worker. My background includes providing counselling and disability and aged-care service delivery with State and Local government agencies.
(08) 9468 6034 View (08) 9468 6034

More Therapists Nearby

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Enrei Counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
(02) 5133 6270 View (02) 5133 6270
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Claudia Zappalenti
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Booragoon, WA 6154
I have worked with not for profit organisations, supporting people with issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship matters, domestic abuse, self-esteem, parenting matters, grief and bereavement.
I have over 10 years of experience and a deep passion for helping people just like you. I will apply a strength-based approach, using only evidence-based therapeutic modalities, to suit your unique needs and empower you to transition successfully through your challenges. Whether you are facing relationship issues, challenging life transitions, cultural issues, professional dissatisfaction or other emotionally challenging life events, I can help you to become more aware of your strengths and assist you in engaging in successful coping styles and letting go of ones that are not serving you well.
I have worked with not for profit organisations, supporting people with issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship matters, domestic abuse, self-esteem, parenting matters, grief and bereavement.
I have over 10 years of experience and a deep passion for helping people just like you. I will apply a strength-based approach, using only evidence-based therapeutic modalities, to suit your unique needs and empower you to transition successfully through your challenges. Whether you are facing relationship issues, challenging life transitions, cultural issues, professional dissatisfaction or other emotionally challenging life events, I can help you to become more aware of your strengths and assist you in engaging in successful coping styles and letting go of ones that are not serving you well.
(08) 6185 0804 View (08) 6185 0804
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Ann O'Neill
Social Worker, PhD, AASW
1 Endorsed
Henley Brook, WA 6055
I have been supporting people traumatised through homicide, abuse and violence for over two decades using a trauma informed approach.
Are you overcoming adversity or trauma? Do you find you react to the smallest thing, feel like you are not able to get on top of life or your feelings of being alone and different? These feeling are normal after adverse experiences and you don't have to manage them alone, there is help available so that you feel more like yourself again.
I have been supporting people traumatised through homicide, abuse and violence for over two decades using a trauma informed approach.
Are you overcoming adversity or trauma? Do you find you react to the smallest thing, feel like you are not able to get on top of life or your feelings of being alone and different? These feeling are normal after adverse experiences and you don't have to manage them alone, there is help available so that you feel more like yourself again.
(08) 6361 7057 View (08) 6361 7057
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Lara Steel
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
South Guildford, WA 6055
Telehealth Available Australia Wide. In Person Available in Perth Metro WA. There is no such thing as a human that doesn't need support sometimes. If it all feels too much and you're confused or overwhelmed by your emotions, or perhaps you've gone numb long ago, it's ok to be where you're at. The question really is, where do you want to be in the future? What do you want your life to look like, and how can you get there? I am all about helping people build up their own toolkit of coping strategies so that you feel you have options to weather the storms and are in control of your own thoughts and feelings and not at their mercy.
Telehealth Available Australia Wide. In Person Available in Perth Metro WA. There is no such thing as a human that doesn't need support sometimes. If it all feels too much and you're confused or overwhelmed by your emotions, or perhaps you've gone numb long ago, it's ok to be where you're at. The question really is, where do you want to be in the future? What do you want your life to look like, and how can you get there? I am all about helping people build up their own toolkit of coping strategies so that you feel you have options to weather the storms and are in control of your own thoughts and feelings and not at their mercy.
0421 419 521 View 0421 419 521
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Una Flood
Psychotherapist, ACA-L3
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Life experiences, family dynamics and societal expectations can be challenging, if not overwhelming, for both children and adults. Una meets her clients with acceptance and compassion for how they show up in the world. Una's education and professional experience ensure she is equipped to provide therapy to children, adults, couples and families. Her work recognises that nobody exists in isolation, all clients are supported to resolve how they may have be impacted by the systems they exist within, whether that is their family, school, workplace or other. Una strives to assist her clients heal and foster resilience within themself.
Life experiences, family dynamics and societal expectations can be challenging, if not overwhelming, for both children and adults. Una meets her clients with acceptance and compassion for how they show up in the world. Una's education and professional experience ensure she is equipped to provide therapy to children, adults, couples and families. Her work recognises that nobody exists in isolation, all clients are supported to resolve how they may have be impacted by the systems they exist within, whether that is their family, school, workplace or other. Una strives to assist her clients heal and foster resilience within themself.
(07) 4803 2070 View (07) 4803 2070
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Vanessa Bye
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Joondalup, WA 6027
I find a combination of EMDR, IFS & Schema therapy are effective for freedom from trauma & abuse.
Are you a woman navigating the weight of trauma, anxiety, or depression? Perhaps you are experiencing low self-esteem, chronic overwhelm, relationship struggles, burnout, or PTSD. If you are ready to process your difficulties and build resilience, you do not have to do it alone. As an experienced older psychologist, who has walked the path to healing, I offer an understanding, empathetic space dedicated to supporting women through the issues affecting their wellbeing, relationships, and sense of self. You, your values & goals will be honoured as we journey together. I work with women of all ages, particularly 30 to 75.
I find a combination of EMDR, IFS & Schema therapy are effective for freedom from trauma & abuse.
Are you a woman navigating the weight of trauma, anxiety, or depression? Perhaps you are experiencing low self-esteem, chronic overwhelm, relationship struggles, burnout, or PTSD. If you are ready to process your difficulties and build resilience, you do not have to do it alone. As an experienced older psychologist, who has walked the path to healing, I offer an understanding, empathetic space dedicated to supporting women through the issues affecting their wellbeing, relationships, and sense of self. You, your values & goals will be honoured as we journey together. I work with women of all ages, particularly 30 to 75.
(08) 6219 3671 View (08) 6219 3671
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Mauro Vieira
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy, often in nature, where deep reflection and healing happen naturally. With 15+ years of experience, I support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families facing trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. Originally trained in Brazil, I hold postgraduate qualifications in Art Therapy and Psychological Practice and am a registered Australian psychologist. Let’s work together to help you find clarity and resilience.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected? I offer a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapy, often in nature, where deep reflection and healing happen naturally. With 15+ years of experience, I support children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families facing trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. Originally trained in Brazil, I hold postgraduate qualifications in Art Therapy and Psychological Practice and am a registered Australian psychologist. Let’s work together to help you find clarity and resilience.
(02) 9158 6184 View (02) 9158 6184
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Kelly Hunt
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialise in supporting First Responders and their families while also welcoming clients from all backgrounds and presentations. I create personalised therapeutic strategies in collaboration with my clients, drawing on my expertise in CBT, ACT, and EMDR to support diagnoses from Adjustment Disorder, anxiety, and depression, to Post-traumatic Stress Disorder and grief and loss. I will always focus on what works best for you and partner with you to ensure you receive high quality and evidence-based care.
I specialise in supporting First Responders and their families while also welcoming clients from all backgrounds and presentations. I create personalised therapeutic strategies in collaboration with my clients, drawing on my expertise in CBT, ACT, and EMDR to support diagnoses from Adjustment Disorder, anxiety, and depression, to Post-traumatic Stress Disorder and grief and loss. I will always focus on what works best for you and partner with you to ensure you receive high quality and evidence-based care.
(02) 8105 5490 View (02) 8105 5490
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Karen Rowe
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Welcome to Kensington Psychology! Located in East Victoria Park and Kalamunda WA, I offer in-person appointments and Australia-wide telehealth appointments. I am a Clinical Psychology registrar and am passionate about supporting you to create a life worth living. Life can be complicated sometimes, but you don't have to cope on your own. Together we can develop a better understanding of your challenges and where they developed, help in the healing process, and plan for the future to create meaningful change in your life.
Welcome to Kensington Psychology! Located in East Victoria Park and Kalamunda WA, I offer in-person appointments and Australia-wide telehealth appointments. I am a Clinical Psychology registrar and am passionate about supporting you to create a life worth living. Life can be complicated sometimes, but you don't have to cope on your own. Together we can develop a better understanding of your challenges and where they developed, help in the healing process, and plan for the future to create meaningful change in your life.
(08) 6490 9741 View (08) 6490 9741
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Douglas Kirk - People Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Get help by seeing Doug, who has extensive experience with: Anger Management Antisocial Personality Anxiety Bi-polar Borderline Personality Disorder Depression, Domestic Violence Gambling Intellectual Disability Life Transitions Relationship Issues Self-esteem Stress Suicidal Ideation Trauma PTSD Douglas Kirk is a registered psychologist with AHPRA.
Doug takes a person-centred approach, ensuring that you are heard, valued, and empowered. By focusing on your needs, strengths, and goals, he cultivates a supportive and collaborative environment. As a trauma-informed practitioner, he acknowledges the profound impact of past experiences on well-being and integrate sensitivity with evidence-based strategies
Get help by seeing Doug, who has extensive experience with: Anger Management Antisocial Personality Anxiety Bi-polar Borderline Personality Disorder Depression, Domestic Violence Gambling Intellectual Disability Life Transitions Relationship Issues Self-esteem Stress Suicidal Ideation Trauma PTSD Douglas Kirk is a registered psychologist with AHPRA.
Doug takes a person-centred approach, ensuring that you are heard, valued, and empowered. By focusing on your needs, strengths, and goals, he cultivates a supportive and collaborative environment. As a trauma-informed practitioner, he acknowledges the profound impact of past experiences on well-being and integrate sensitivity with evidence-based strategies
(03) 9133 0996 View (03) 9133 0996
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Maira Merlo Merlo
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
I work with women of all ages, with a particular interest in supporting women in midlife navigating work, family, relationships, caregiving, life transitions, and the emotional and physical changes of perimenopause and menopause. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, disconnected from themselves, or affected by past trauma or unhealthy relationships. Together, we identify small, achievable goals so you can begin to notice meaningful changes, build practical strategies, and reconnect with yourself with more compassion and authenticity.
I work with women of all ages, with a particular interest in supporting women in midlife navigating work, family, relationships, caregiving, life transitions, and the emotional and physical changes of perimenopause and menopause. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, disconnected from themselves, or affected by past trauma or unhealthy relationships. Together, we identify small, achievable goals so you can begin to notice meaningful changes, build practical strategies, and reconnect with yourself with more compassion and authenticity.
(08) 6219 3132 View (08) 6219 3132
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Evelyn Thảo Nguyen
Social Worker, AASW
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
For DFV survivors, I can support Victim Assist QLD funding and DVO applications.
Some things are hard to name — and even harder to carry alone. If you're living with the weight of trauma, navigating life across cultures, or working through challenges that feel too layered for a short-term fix, you've found the right space. I work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds ready for something deeper: real, ongoing work that meets you where you are — not where a system expects you to be. Migrant, refugee, and multicultural communities — people who grew up between worlds, navigating anxiety, depression, complex trauma, OCD, or borderline presentations and never quite finding a service that reached them.
For DFV survivors, I can support Victim Assist QLD funding and DVO applications.
Some things are hard to name — and even harder to carry alone. If you're living with the weight of trauma, navigating life across cultures, or working through challenges that feel too layered for a short-term fix, you've found the right space. I work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds ready for something deeper: real, ongoing work that meets you where you are — not where a system expects you to be. Migrant, refugee, and multicultural communities — people who grew up between worlds, navigating anxiety, depression, complex trauma, OCD, or borderline presentations and never quite finding a service that reached them.
(07) 3477 9245 View (07) 3477 9245
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.