Domestic Abuse Psychologists and Therapists in Kardinya, WA
I have experience working with people who are experiencing anxiety, panic, depression, grief and loss, substance use and addiction, domestic violence, suicidal ideation and self harm.
I work from a psychodynamic, systemic and attachment perspective and I offer an inclusive, non-judgemental, gentle and supportive space. I welcome working with people from the LGBTIQA+ community. I also work with many people who identify as neurodiverse. I hold a Masters degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy and am registered with PACFA and ACA.
I have experience working with people who are experiencing anxiety, panic, depression, grief and loss, substance use and addiction, domestic violence, suicidal ideation and self harm.
I work from a psychodynamic, systemic and attachment perspective and I offer an inclusive, non-judgemental, gentle and supportive space. I welcome working with people from the LGBTIQA+ community. I also work with many people who identify as neurodiverse. I hold a Masters degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy and am registered with PACFA and ACA.
You might be longing for a safe place to talk about what matters most to you —your feelings, your relationships, or how to live more authentically. Many of the people I see have had recent feelings of anxiety, reactivity, or disconnection, some carrying painful memories from their past. Others who see me are looking to build closer emotional connections, express themselves more freely, or explore their identity and creativity. Some are in non-traditional relationships and value a therapist who can meet them with openness and respect. My clients often share a hope of feeling more connected, grounded, and true to themselves.
You might be longing for a safe place to talk about what matters most to you —your feelings, your relationships, or how to live more authentically. Many of the people I see have had recent feelings of anxiety, reactivity, or disconnection, some carrying painful memories from their past. Others who see me are looking to build closer emotional connections, express themselves more freely, or explore their identity and creativity. Some are in non-traditional relationships and value a therapist who can meet them with openness and respect. My clients often share a hope of feeling more connected, grounded, and true to themselves.
Hi, I'm Victoria and I'd like to help you work through this difficult time. It’s not easy reaching out so I’m pleased you are making the first steps. I have a background in both Social Work and Counselling which is helpful as I can draw from both disciplines to best support you. I started my career in the UK as a Children and Families Social Worker and have since gained a broad range of experience in the therapeutic field including trauma, mental health, family, and relationship-based issues. I also have a passion for supporting people with ADHD and tapping into their neurodiverse strengths from a lived experience.
Hi, I'm Victoria and I'd like to help you work through this difficult time. It’s not easy reaching out so I’m pleased you are making the first steps. I have a background in both Social Work and Counselling which is helpful as I can draw from both disciplines to best support you. I started my career in the UK as a Children and Families Social Worker and have since gained a broad range of experience in the therapeutic field including trauma, mental health, family, and relationship-based issues. I also have a passion for supporting people with ADHD and tapping into their neurodiverse strengths from a lived experience.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Are you feeling disconnected in your relationships, overwhelmed, or weighed down by a sense of emptiness? Anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, loss, or past experiences can resurface in ways that affect your sense of safety, trust, and connection. These moments can leave you feeling stuck or emotionally drained. I offer a safe, supportive space to explore what’s happening, gain clarity, and develop practical ways forward. Together, we can gently identify unhelpful patterns and strengthen resilience toward a more meaningful and grounded life.
Are you feeling disconnected in your relationships, overwhelmed, or weighed down by a sense of emptiness? Anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, loss, or past experiences can resurface in ways that affect your sense of safety, trust, and connection. These moments can leave you feeling stuck or emotionally drained. I offer a safe, supportive space to explore what’s happening, gain clarity, and develop practical ways forward. Together, we can gently identify unhelpful patterns and strengthen resilience toward a more meaningful and grounded life.
Andrew Meyer is a Registered Psychologist who is a member of the Australian Psychological Society. Andrew has experience in working with adolescents and adults in the areas of depression, anxiety, and stress related issues, addictions (substances, gambling and alcohol), grief and loss, self-esteem, confidence building, sexuality and relationship difficulties. His approach to therapy is to create curiosity, openness and motivation with his clients. Andrew believes these components are highly effective in reaching treatment goals and helping people to return to their desired self.
Andrew Meyer is a Registered Psychologist who is a member of the Australian Psychological Society. Andrew has experience in working with adolescents and adults in the areas of depression, anxiety, and stress related issues, addictions (substances, gambling and alcohol), grief and loss, self-esteem, confidence building, sexuality and relationship difficulties. His approach to therapy is to create curiosity, openness and motivation with his clients. Andrew believes these components are highly effective in reaching treatment goals and helping people to return to their desired self.
I work with people of various cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds in both specialist health services (justice, family violence), schools (from Prep to Year 12) and specialist mental health services (adult residential services).
I focus on equipping clients with psychological skills and strategies drawing from the most up-to-date evidence-based therapeutic models so that the clients I see are able to thrive and succeed with what life throws their way. I use a person-centred, strength-based approach in the working relationship.
I work with people of various cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds in both specialist health services (justice, family violence), schools (from Prep to Year 12) and specialist mental health services (adult residential services).
I focus on equipping clients with psychological skills and strategies drawing from the most up-to-date evidence-based therapeutic models so that the clients I see are able to thrive and succeed with what life throws their way. I use a person-centred, strength-based approach in the working relationship.
I am passionate about coming alongside you and helping you find solutions, healing and recovery. My goal is for you to come to a place where you are able to move forward, to gain clarity and reach a new level of better. I like to be client-centred and encouraging client autonomy as well as building a space for healthy collaboration and problem solving. I am a strong believer in an individual’s ability to find change and to break out of old patterns and cycles. For me it is important to foster an atmosphere of hope and perspective.
I am passionate about coming alongside you and helping you find solutions, healing and recovery. My goal is for you to come to a place where you are able to move forward, to gain clarity and reach a new level of better. I like to be client-centred and encouraging client autonomy as well as building a space for healthy collaboration and problem solving. I am a strong believer in an individual’s ability to find change and to break out of old patterns and cycles. For me it is important to foster an atmosphere of hope and perspective.
I am especially passionate about supporting survivors of interpersonal and sexual violence, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ folks, poly/kink communities, and indigenous and immigrant peoples.
As a relational trauma therapist, my work integrates attachment-oriented, culturally responsive, trauma therapy. I utilize DEEP (Dynamic Enriched Experiential Psychotherapy), Somatic Experiencing, and Sex Therapy to work with individuals and couples to disentangle themselves from prior relational wounds and cultivate the life they wish to lead.
I am especially passionate about supporting survivors of interpersonal and sexual violence, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ folks, poly/kink communities, and indigenous and immigrant peoples.
As a relational trauma therapist, my work integrates attachment-oriented, culturally responsive, trauma therapy. I utilize DEEP (Dynamic Enriched Experiential Psychotherapy), Somatic Experiencing, and Sex Therapy to work with individuals and couples to disentangle themselves from prior relational wounds and cultivate the life they wish to lead.
Do you feel lost in your relationships, saying "yes" when you mean "no"? Has your voice quieted over time? It’s time to reconnect with who you truly are.
I’m Carla, an experienced Counsellor with 18 years in practice and the creator of 8 Selves Therapy (8ST). Offering Telehealth Counselling Australia-wide, I help you eliminate internal conflict and build self-awareness, so you can rediscover your authentic self and strengthen your connection with your inner voice.
Do you feel lost in your relationships, saying "yes" when you mean "no"? Has your voice quieted over time? It’s time to reconnect with who you truly are.
I’m Carla, an experienced Counsellor with 18 years in practice and the creator of 8 Selves Therapy (8ST). Offering Telehealth Counselling Australia-wide, I help you eliminate internal conflict and build self-awareness, so you can rediscover your authentic self and strengthen your connection with your inner voice.
People can experience things in different ways. You might relate to some of these issues such as anxiety, PTSD, OCD or panic attacks. You may also relate to issues associated with family conflict, things like family separation which may include feelings of guilt, grief & loss, sadness, and fear, just to name a few. I truly believe that there is no ‘one fits all’ when it comes to therapy. My approach and style is working within a person-centred framework and I strongly value the importance of having a trusting relationship between therapist and client.
People can experience things in different ways. You might relate to some of these issues such as anxiety, PTSD, OCD or panic attacks. You may also relate to issues associated with family conflict, things like family separation which may include feelings of guilt, grief & loss, sadness, and fear, just to name a few. I truly believe that there is no ‘one fits all’ when it comes to therapy. My approach and style is working within a person-centred framework and I strongly value the importance of having a trusting relationship between therapist and client.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about your next steps? You're not alone—and you don’t have to go through it by yourself. A listening ear without judgements but with compassion and understanding. Relationship conflicts, parental stress, stress management, and depression are a few areas I focus on. I work with individuals to strengthen relationships, improve communication, and navigate life's transitions. My approach is integrative, using ACT, CBT, Person-centred Therapy, and Solution-focused therapy to help families improve communication, navigate stress, build stronger relationships and lead a better life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about your next steps? You're not alone—and you don’t have to go through it by yourself. A listening ear without judgements but with compassion and understanding. Relationship conflicts, parental stress, stress management, and depression are a few areas I focus on. I work with individuals to strengthen relationships, improve communication, and navigate life's transitions. My approach is integrative, using ACT, CBT, Person-centred Therapy, and Solution-focused therapy to help families improve communication, navigate stress, build stronger relationships and lead a better life.
I have successfully owned a private practice for 30 years and was Senior Therapist at a dual diagnosis facility specialised in addictions, narcissistic abuse recovery, CPTSD and Trauma.
Trauma isn’t the events in the past it’s the adaptogens you learned in survival mode . Addictions, abusive relationships, anxiety, depression, people pleasing , and negative patterns , thoughts or beliefs . I have a lived trauma experience and focus on the solutions or new adaptogens that rewire your brain and calms your nervous system . With extensive training and 30 yrs professional experience in Jungian Psychology, EMDR, Flash, Havening, NLP, DBT, ACT ,CBT, Psychodynamic , somatic, & Clinical Hypnosis , I’m solutions focused in behavioural change and encourage the Neuro plasticity abilities of your brain to heal thy self!
I have successfully owned a private practice for 30 years and was Senior Therapist at a dual diagnosis facility specialised in addictions, narcissistic abuse recovery, CPTSD and Trauma.
Trauma isn’t the events in the past it’s the adaptogens you learned in survival mode . Addictions, abusive relationships, anxiety, depression, people pleasing , and negative patterns , thoughts or beliefs . I have a lived trauma experience and focus on the solutions or new adaptogens that rewire your brain and calms your nervous system . With extensive training and 30 yrs professional experience in Jungian Psychology, EMDR, Flash, Havening, NLP, DBT, ACT ,CBT, Psychodynamic , somatic, & Clinical Hypnosis , I’m solutions focused in behavioural change and encourage the Neuro plasticity abilities of your brain to heal thy self!
I have personal experience with various mental health conditions, post-natal depression, ADHD and substance abuse: domestic and family violence, childhood trauma, loss and suicide.
I work with families, individuals, children, and adolescents—supporting those just beginning their journey or many years into diagnosis. I specialise in ADHD, neurodiversity, anxiety, trauma, grief, RSD, and deep shame cycles. Using DBT & other evidence-based approaches, I provide lifelong skill-building tools.
Our early childhoods, adolescence, and attachments weave threads throughout our lives, leaving us with questions we don't have answers to. Together, we can untangle current patterns and create a clear platform for you to thrive—whether you're navigating a new diagnosis, managing ongoing challenges, or seeking support for you
I have personal experience with various mental health conditions, post-natal depression, ADHD and substance abuse: domestic and family violence, childhood trauma, loss and suicide.
I work with families, individuals, children, and adolescents—supporting those just beginning their journey or many years into diagnosis. I specialise in ADHD, neurodiversity, anxiety, trauma, grief, RSD, and deep shame cycles. Using DBT & other evidence-based approaches, I provide lifelong skill-building tools.
Our early childhoods, adolescence, and attachments weave threads throughout our lives, leaving us with questions we don't have answers to. Together, we can untangle current patterns and create a clear platform for you to thrive—whether you're navigating a new diagnosis, managing ongoing challenges, or seeking support for you
I have been working in this space for over 15 years, predominately with adults who struggle with knowing what type of relationship they want with self and/or others. Part of your journey is understanding what outcomes are most suited to you and your unique circumstance, be it change, growth and development, or to dissolve a relationship or to assist in making a key decision moving forward. The techniques used will assist in finding what is needed to feel more secure within self, or in a relationship and works to differentiate those individual needs, creating a more secure attachment. If this resonates with you, book in a time.
I have been working in this space for over 15 years, predominately with adults who struggle with knowing what type of relationship they want with self and/or others. Part of your journey is understanding what outcomes are most suited to you and your unique circumstance, be it change, growth and development, or to dissolve a relationship or to assist in making a key decision moving forward. The techniques used will assist in finding what is needed to feel more secure within self, or in a relationship and works to differentiate those individual needs, creating a more secure attachment. If this resonates with you, book in a time.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.