Attachment-based Psychologists and Therapists in North Fremantle, WA

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Martina Sackmann
Counsellor, PACFA
North Fremantle, WA 6159
Martina is a Clinical Counsellor and EMDR therapist and Hypnotherapist who brings with her a wealth of extensive experience working with couples, families, children and teenagers through mindful connections and a person-centred approach. She places strong value around relationships and exploring therapeutic goals to facilitate better communication, motivation, improving wellbeing, growth and more fulfilment in life. Recognising that at times life can be tough, Martina utilises evidence-based therapies to support change in a safe and nurturing manner and environment including EMDR, Schema Therapy, EFT, Hypnotherapy and NLP.
Martina is a Clinical Counsellor and EMDR therapist and Hypnotherapist who brings with her a wealth of extensive experience working with couples, families, children and teenagers through mindful connections and a person-centred approach. She places strong value around relationships and exploring therapeutic goals to facilitate better communication, motivation, improving wellbeing, growth and more fulfilment in life. Recognising that at times life can be tough, Martina utilises evidence-based therapies to support change in a safe and nurturing manner and environment including EMDR, Schema Therapy, EFT, Hypnotherapy and NLP.
(08) 6206 8339 View (08) 6206 8339
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Meg Waters
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
North Fremantle, WA 6159
I am an experienced, compassionate, and genuine Clinical Psychologist who offers a wide range of assessment, report writing and counselling services for those over 16 years. I have worked in private practice, forensic settings and as a school psychologist over the years. My approach is warm and friendly and I endeavour to make you feel safe and at ease from the initial session.
I am an experienced, compassionate, and genuine Clinical Psychologist who offers a wide range of assessment, report writing and counselling services for those over 16 years. I have worked in private practice, forensic settings and as a school psychologist over the years. My approach is warm and friendly and I endeavour to make you feel safe and at ease from the initial session.
(08) 9470 5597 View (08) 9470 5597
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Dr Priyanka Komandur - Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
I work with adults experiencing trauma, cultural and identity-related challenges, anxiety, depression, and other mood difficulties, providing evidence-based psychological therapy. Many people I see want help making sense of what they are going through, developing practical coping tools, and reconnecting with a sense of clarity, stability, and control in their lives.
I work with adults experiencing trauma, cultural and identity-related challenges, anxiety, depression, and other mood difficulties, providing evidence-based psychological therapy. Many people I see want help making sense of what they are going through, developing practical coping tools, and reconnecting with a sense of clarity, stability, and control in their lives.
(08) 6361 3211 View (08) 6361 3211
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Gail Resnick
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA Endorsed
North Fremantle, WA 6159
If you have been having a difficult time of things with trauma, anxiety, peri or post-natal depression, difficulty in your personal relationships, or your relationship with yourself; or any other mental health concerns, I’d love to help you be able to better understand yourself and the issues you face, and of course help you to move towards overcoming these difficulties. I see older adolescents and adults, and am able to draw on my training and experience with Brief and Long Term Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, and CBT, depending on best fit for your issues and your personality.
If you have been having a difficult time of things with trauma, anxiety, peri or post-natal depression, difficulty in your personal relationships, or your relationship with yourself; or any other mental health concerns, I’d love to help you be able to better understand yourself and the issues you face, and of course help you to move towards overcoming these difficulties. I see older adolescents and adults, and am able to draw on my training and experience with Brief and Long Term Therapy, Attachment Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, and CBT, depending on best fit for your issues and your personality.
(03) 4014 9022 View (03) 4014 9022
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Melanie Ward
Counsellor, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you struggling to deal with an unexpected life event such as the end of an important relationship, the death of someone you love or a life transition that came out of nowhere? Are you feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed or stuck? Do you have a general sense of unease in your life? Grief and loss is a challenging emotional experience that can create immense feelings of sadness and confusion about how to cope. Counselling provides a confidential space to explore what has been going on for you and allows you to feel heard and understood.
Are you struggling to deal with an unexpected life event such as the end of an important relationship, the death of someone you love or a life transition that came out of nowhere? Are you feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed or stuck? Do you have a general sense of unease in your life? Grief and loss is a challenging emotional experience that can create immense feelings of sadness and confusion about how to cope. Counselling provides a confidential space to explore what has been going on for you and allows you to feel heard and understood.
(08) 9468 7247 View (08) 9468 7247
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Jane Anne Healey
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
Maybe you've been feeling overwhelmed, anxious or stuck in old patterns of self-doubt. You may be longing for more calm, clarity, and ease in your relationships and everyday life. I offer trauma informed, nervous system focused counselling that gently supports emotional regulation, healing and self-trust. Sessions may include grounding, breathwork, mindfulness, and practical tools to help you feel more connected and supported.
Maybe you've been feeling overwhelmed, anxious or stuck in old patterns of self-doubt. You may be longing for more calm, clarity, and ease in your relationships and everyday life. I offer trauma informed, nervous system focused counselling that gently supports emotional regulation, healing and self-trust. Sessions may include grounding, breathwork, mindfulness, and practical tools to help you feel more connected and supported.
(08) 9567 0434 View (08) 9567 0434
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Kellie Sheldon
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
7 Endorsed
Serves Area
You tell yourself you should be over it. But your body still reacts. Your mind still shuts down. You push it down, avoid it, tell yourself it’s in the past. But it still shows up. In your reactions. In your relationships. In the way you freeze, lash out, or disappear inside yourself. Your body stays tense, always ‘on’, bracing for something. Some days, you’re numb. Other days, you can’t stop overthinking. Either way, it’s exhausting. It’s not just memories. It’s your body reacting, even when you don’t want it to. You don’t have to hold it all together. You just get to be real about what’s happening - and we’ll start from there.
You tell yourself you should be over it. But your body still reacts. Your mind still shuts down. You push it down, avoid it, tell yourself it’s in the past. But it still shows up. In your reactions. In your relationships. In the way you freeze, lash out, or disappear inside yourself. Your body stays tense, always ‘on’, bracing for something. Some days, you’re numb. Other days, you can’t stop overthinking. Either way, it’s exhausting. It’s not just memories. It’s your body reacting, even when you don’t want it to. You don’t have to hold it all together. You just get to be real about what’s happening - and we’ll start from there.
(08) 6109 8292 View (08) 6109 8292
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Liam O'Donnell
Psychologist, MAPS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My therapeutic style is active and engaged. Drawing from modalities like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), we will work together to identify the specific challenges you're facing and develop a clear plan to address them. I believe everyone has the capacity for growth and change. My role is to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to overcome obstacles, build self-confidence, and move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and control.
My therapeutic style is active and engaged. Drawing from modalities like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), we will work together to identify the specific challenges you're facing and develop a clear plan to address them. I believe everyone has the capacity for growth and change. My role is to empower you with the knowledge and strategies needed to overcome obstacles, build self-confidence, and move forward with a renewed sense of purpose and control.
(08) 6219 3715 View (08) 6219 3715
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Samantha Crosby
Social Worker, AASW
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Welcome. My name is Samantha, but most people call me Sami. I'm a social worker, certified clinical trauma professional and somatic therapist specialising in counselling for adults impacted by trauma, and for women wishing to reconnect with their bodies. I've dedicated the last few years to working with people with complex trauma, walking alongside them in their journey to return to wholeness. If you would like to work with me, we take a collaborative approach; a blend of talking therapy, mindful awareness and somatic inquiry to reduce any trauma symptoms, reconnect to ourselves, our partners and our sense of joy.
Welcome. My name is Samantha, but most people call me Sami. I'm a social worker, certified clinical trauma professional and somatic therapist specialising in counselling for adults impacted by trauma, and for women wishing to reconnect with their bodies. I've dedicated the last few years to working with people with complex trauma, walking alongside them in their journey to return to wholeness. If you would like to work with me, we take a collaborative approach; a blend of talking therapy, mindful awareness and somatic inquiry to reduce any trauma symptoms, reconnect to ourselves, our partners and our sense of joy.
0458 200 356 View 0458 200 356
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Stephanie Crevatin
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Stephanie is an experienced Counsellor & Psychotherapist (Level 4 ACA) with over 20 years of experience, in private practice as well as working with community organisations since 2003. Stephanie has worked in a range of diverse settings to provide counselling to adults, children, adolescents, couples, families and group work. Stephanie is a professional, qualified and skilled counsellor possessing compassion and empathy to hold a safe, respectful, compassionate space where you can explore your emotions, thoughts, and concerns without judgment.
Stephanie is an experienced Counsellor & Psychotherapist (Level 4 ACA) with over 20 years of experience, in private practice as well as working with community organisations since 2003. Stephanie has worked in a range of diverse settings to provide counselling to adults, children, adolescents, couples, families and group work. Stephanie is a professional, qualified and skilled counsellor possessing compassion and empathy to hold a safe, respectful, compassionate space where you can explore your emotions, thoughts, and concerns without judgment.
(08) 6109 8029 View (08) 6109 8029
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Kelly Hefferon -Neuro Affirming
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Serves Area
I’d like to put you at ease. As an accredited mental health social worker and clinician with over 20 years of experience, I specialise in supporting young people, individuals, couples and families impacted by adverse life events, behavioural issues, mental health challenges, relationship issues and trauma. My many years of experience and practice in this field allows me to formulate, develop and implement individualised therapeutic plans to work with you, to make a brave space for you to share what is happening in your life and support you to find your way forward.
I’d like to put you at ease. As an accredited mental health social worker and clinician with over 20 years of experience, I specialise in supporting young people, individuals, couples and families impacted by adverse life events, behavioural issues, mental health challenges, relationship issues and trauma. My many years of experience and practice in this field allows me to formulate, develop and implement individualised therapeutic plans to work with you, to make a brave space for you to share what is happening in your life and support you to find your way forward.
(08) 9473 6364 View (08) 9473 6364
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Amanda Jayne Hender
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Serves Area
(08) 9025 3229 View (08) 9025 3229

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Marvel Adeyemi - Relationship & Marriage Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, AMHSW
Serves Area
I offer EMDR, attachment-based therapy, and support for healing emotional and spiritual wounds.
Some couples reach a point where they feel more like roommates than partners. Others feel hurt, misunderstood, or uncertain about whether the relationship can continue. Many couples seek support when they find themselves caught in repeated arguments, experiencing emotional distance, or struggling with a loss of intimacy. Concerns about trust, communication difficulties, or uncertainty about whether the marriage can be repaired are also common reasons couples reach out. I work with married couples who want to better understand what is happening in their relationship and help them build emotional connection, trust and repaired union.
I offer EMDR, attachment-based therapy, and support for healing emotional and spiritual wounds.
Some couples reach a point where they feel more like roommates than partners. Others feel hurt, misunderstood, or uncertain about whether the relationship can continue. Many couples seek support when they find themselves caught in repeated arguments, experiencing emotional distance, or struggling with a loss of intimacy. Concerns about trust, communication difficulties, or uncertainty about whether the marriage can be repaired are also common reasons couples reach out. I work with married couples who want to better understand what is happening in their relationship and help them build emotional connection, trust and repaired union.
(03) 9034 5974 View (03) 9034 5974
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Adam Park - Trauma & Attachment Therapist
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I work with many people who are trying to move beyond the impacts of trauma, who have struggled with intrusive memories, nightmares, and physical symptoms and the inability to feel safe or who feel that they don't have worth. I also help people with attachment issues, people experiencing difficulties in their relationships, people dealing with grief, loss and bereavement, or who are going through health or life role transitions such as chronic illness or a divorce.
I work with many people who are trying to move beyond the impacts of trauma, who have struggled with intrusive memories, nightmares, and physical symptoms and the inability to feel safe or who feel that they don't have worth. I also help people with attachment issues, people experiencing difficulties in their relationships, people dealing with grief, loss and bereavement, or who are going through health or life role transitions such as chronic illness or a divorce.
(03) 7003 2762 View (03) 7003 2762
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Johanna - Counsellor/ Psychosexual therapist
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals navigating trauma, relationships, and sexual wellbeing. I specialise in supporting people impacted by sexual trauma, intimacy difficulties, and complex emotional experiences. My approach is trauma-informed, focusing on safety, emotional regulation, and helping clients rebuild confidence, connection, & a sense of control. With a background in mental health, AOD, and social housing, I have experience working with clients facing complex life challenges, including trauma, relationship distress, and identity concerns. I also offer psychosexual therapy, supporting men, women, couples
I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals navigating trauma, relationships, and sexual wellbeing. I specialise in supporting people impacted by sexual trauma, intimacy difficulties, and complex emotional experiences. My approach is trauma-informed, focusing on safety, emotional regulation, and helping clients rebuild confidence, connection, & a sense of control. With a background in mental health, AOD, and social housing, I have experience working with clients facing complex life challenges, including trauma, relationship distress, and identity concerns. I also offer psychosexual therapy, supporting men, women, couples
(02) 9100 0121 View (02) 9100 0121
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Valentina Carboni
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Booragoon, WA 6154
I work with clients who are feeling stuck and seeking therapy for support when they are going through a tough time. I work from a deeply relational, compassionate and empathic space.
I work with clients who are feeling stuck and seeking therapy for support when they are going through a tough time. I work from a deeply relational, compassionate and empathic space.
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Jade Williams
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Mount Lawley, WA 6050
I am an experienced private practice psychologist and as such I am practiced in addressing a wide variety of concerns and psychological problems. I am a psychodynamic psychologist which means that I am very interested in exploring how early experiences impact on an individual's functioning in their current circumstances. I have worked with many people experiencing depression and anxiety as well as other mental health conditions such as bipolar disorder, OCD, GAD, PTSD and many others. I also have a special interest in relationships throughout the life span including the first relationship between mother and infant.
I am an experienced private practice psychologist and as such I am practiced in addressing a wide variety of concerns and psychological problems. I am a psychodynamic psychologist which means that I am very interested in exploring how early experiences impact on an individual's functioning in their current circumstances. I have worked with many people experiencing depression and anxiety as well as other mental health conditions such as bipolar disorder, OCD, GAD, PTSD and many others. I also have a special interest in relationships throughout the life span including the first relationship between mother and infant.
0492 414 679 View 0492 414 679
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Jessica Rubelli
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
It can be overwhelming and daunting to find a therapist who understands you, your story and your life. You don’t want the “cookie cutter”answers or quick fixes because it feeds into the dissatisfaction and feelings of being unheard.
It can be overwhelming and daunting to find a therapist who understands you, your story and your life. You don’t want the “cookie cutter”answers or quick fixes because it feeds into the dissatisfaction and feelings of being unheard.
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Yin Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
I am a registered psychologist who is committed to supporting people to enrich their relationship with their inner and outer world. At the core of my practice is a drive towards synergising self-compassion with an awareness for helpful change processes. I am well versed at helping people to move through experiences of depression, anxiety, and change processes.
I am a registered psychologist who is committed to supporting people to enrich their relationship with their inner and outer world. At the core of my practice is a drive towards synergising self-compassion with an awareness for helpful change processes. I am well versed at helping people to move through experiences of depression, anxiety, and change processes.
(08) 6206 8289 View (08) 6206 8289
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Rebecca Royle
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Morley, WA 6062
Welcome to Arukah, as a clinical counsellor/family therapist, I focus on compassion and respect, addressing your physical, emotional/spiritual needs. I offer-Couples/Marriage Counselling, Premarital, Individual/General Counselling, Family Therapy, Child/Adolescent Counselling, Christian Counselling, Grief and Loss Counselling, Parent Support/School Support, Counselling for Migrant Communities and Women issues. I also offer Online counselling. Taking a gentle approach my commitment is to help you reach your goals and offer strategies, ensuring that your story is always empathically listened too. My goal is to empower and support you.
Welcome to Arukah, as a clinical counsellor/family therapist, I focus on compassion and respect, addressing your physical, emotional/spiritual needs. I offer-Couples/Marriage Counselling, Premarital, Individual/General Counselling, Family Therapy, Child/Adolescent Counselling, Christian Counselling, Grief and Loss Counselling, Parent Support/School Support, Counselling for Migrant Communities and Women issues. I also offer Online counselling. Taking a gentle approach my commitment is to help you reach your goals and offer strategies, ensuring that your story is always empathically listened too. My goal is to empower and support you.
(08) 6490 9069 View (08) 6490 9069
Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.