Attachment-based Psychologists and Therapists in Palmyra, WA
I often use attachment-based and schema therapy in my practice.
I typically work with people who lead full and busy lives who often feel burnt out and exhausted, looking to find a way back to flourishing and wellbeing. I also work with people who are going through relationship challenges of all shapes and sizes, and people who wish to break free from old, limiting childhood patterns that keep showing up to hinder their full potential. My hope is that clients who work with me are reconnected to their deepest sense of who they are, to their strengths, gifts, and their capacity to love themselves and their lives. I work with individuals and couples.
I often use attachment-based and schema therapy in my practice.
I typically work with people who lead full and busy lives who often feel burnt out and exhausted, looking to find a way back to flourishing and wellbeing. I also work with people who are going through relationship challenges of all shapes and sizes, and people who wish to break free from old, limiting childhood patterns that keep showing up to hinder their full potential. My hope is that clients who work with me are reconnected to their deepest sense of who they are, to their strengths, gifts, and their capacity to love themselves and their lives. I work with individuals and couples.
I have extensive experience working with and identifying Adults with ADHD and those who are Autistic or have experienced trauma. I have lived experience with Neurodivergence and this has lead me to have a special interest in working with females as they often present differently to males and have their own unique experiences. I have been a registered psychologist since 2010 and completed my Master in Applied Clinical Psychology.
I have extensive experience working with and identifying Adults with ADHD and those who are Autistic or have experienced trauma. I have lived experience with Neurodivergence and this has lead me to have a special interest in working with females as they often present differently to males and have their own unique experiences. I have been a registered psychologist since 2010 and completed my Master in Applied Clinical Psychology.
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.
Taking the step to seek support is a big decision, and I'm here to make it as comfortable as possible for you. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with people from all walks of life. I’ve supported clients as an NDIS psychologist and behaviour specialist, worked with students as a school psychologist, provided outreach services in aged care, and offered private therapy for adults. This diverse background allows me to address a variety of challenges, from anxiety and depression to more complex conditions. I also have a special interest in helping adults with assertive communication and building stronger relationships.
Taking the step to seek support is a big decision, and I'm here to make it as comfortable as possible for you. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with people from all walks of life. I’ve supported clients as an NDIS psychologist and behaviour specialist, worked with students as a school psychologist, provided outreach services in aged care, and offered private therapy for adults. This diverse background allows me to address a variety of challenges, from anxiety and depression to more complex conditions. I also have a special interest in helping adults with assertive communication and building stronger relationships.
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.
My integrative approach to counselling is grounded in compassion, curiosity and genuine connection. I believe that every person has the capacity for growth and healing when offered a safe, supportive space to explore their inner world.
Drawing from psychodynamic, person-centred, attachment informed and emotion-focused approaches, I work collaboratively with you to understand the deeper patterns, emotions and experiences that shape your life and relationships. Together, we make sense of your story — past and present — while nurturing self-awareness, acceptance and personal strength.
My integrative approach to counselling is grounded in compassion, curiosity and genuine connection. I believe that every person has the capacity for growth and healing when offered a safe, supportive space to explore their inner world.
Drawing from psychodynamic, person-centred, attachment informed and emotion-focused approaches, I work collaboratively with you to understand the deeper patterns, emotions and experiences that shape your life and relationships. Together, we make sense of your story — past and present — while nurturing self-awareness, acceptance and personal strength.
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 with people who have experienced emotional, physical and sexual abuse. In my work with couples, I aim to help couples rebuild connection, communication and intimacy, and to understand the ways their past experiences may impact upon the way they relate in the present. I also help couples work through infidelity and conflict in their relationship.
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 with people who have experienced emotional, physical and sexual abuse. In my work with couples, I aim to help couples rebuild connection, communication and intimacy, and to understand the ways their past experiences may impact upon the way they relate in the present. I also help couples work through infidelity and conflict in their relationship.
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.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I focus on understanding the individual experience of each client. This includes working together to build trust and an understanding of what you are going through, what matters to you and your priorities for positive change. Therapy can then be tailored to address your needs within your individual circumstances for moving forward and coping well in your life.
As a Clinical Psychologist, I focus on understanding the individual experience of each client. This includes working together to build trust and an understanding of what you are going through, what matters to you and your priorities for positive change. Therapy can then be tailored to address your needs within your individual circumstances for moving forward and coping well in your life.
I have significant experience in supporting clients to build healthier and more positive relationships, not only with others but with themselves. I work with clients experiencing difficulties related to stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, grief, and a range of other issues. I work with children, adolescents and adults in a collaborative, trauma informed and client centred way that puts the needs of the client front and centre.
I have significant experience in supporting clients to build healthier and more positive relationships, not only with others but with themselves. I work with clients experiencing difficulties related to stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, grief, and a range of other issues. I work with children, adolescents and adults in a collaborative, trauma informed and client centred way that puts the needs of the client front and centre.
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I'm a Clinical Psychologist and Academic. After completing my PhD in Australia, I did a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship as a Fulbright Scholar at Stanford University in the United States. Outside of my private practice, I'm now also an Associate Professor at Curtin University. I have authored over 100 journal articles on emotion regulation and mental health. In therapy, I enjoy working with people to help them achieve their goals and live more fulfilling lives. I aim to help people reflect on what would take their life in meaningful directions, and build the skills to handle the challenges that come up along the way.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist and Academic. After completing my PhD in Australia, I did a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship as a Fulbright Scholar at Stanford University in the United States. Outside of my private practice, I'm now also an Associate Professor at Curtin University. I have authored over 100 journal articles on emotion regulation and mental health. In therapy, I enjoy working with people to help them achieve their goals and live more fulfilling lives. I aim to help people reflect on what would take their life in meaningful directions, and build the skills to handle the challenges that come up along the way.
You’re kind, thoughtful, and gentle but inside you feel overwhelmed, unseen, or emotionally drained. Perhaps you’ve spent years with partners who invalidate you, talk down to you, or leave you walking on eggshells. You overthink, feel deeply, and get snappy when stressed or overloaded. You want to break painful patterns, manage your emotions, reduce anxiety, and finally experience relationships that feel calm, safe, and supportive.
You’re kind, thoughtful, and gentle but inside you feel overwhelmed, unseen, or emotionally drained. Perhaps you’ve spent years with partners who invalidate you, talk down to you, or leave you walking on eggshells. You overthink, feel deeply, and get snappy when stressed or overloaded. You want to break painful patterns, manage your emotions, reduce anxiety, and finally experience relationships that feel calm, safe, and supportive.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my page. The initial step towards growth and healing can often be daunting so rest assured that you are in safe and capable hands. I understand that life can be difficult and painful and sometimes you don't even know where to start. My work centers mostly around trauma recovery (PTSD - acute and complex, attachment/relational), grief and loss, addiction recovery and mental health. Working with both men and women I offer an eclectic approach to counselling where collaboration is at the center. Working with you at your own pace, to achieve meaning growth.
Welcome and thank you for visiting my page. The initial step towards growth and healing can often be daunting so rest assured that you are in safe and capable hands. I understand that life can be difficult and painful and sometimes you don't even know where to start. My work centers mostly around trauma recovery (PTSD - acute and complex, attachment/relational), grief and loss, addiction recovery and mental health. Working with both men and women I offer an eclectic approach to counselling where collaboration is at the center. Working with you at your own pace, to achieve meaning growth.
30+ yrs experience providing support for neurodivergent adults identifying as Autistic, ADHD or living with Tourettes through a neurodiversity-affirming lens, Australia-wide via Zoom. Clients may self-identify or have a diagnosis, be looking to build personal capacity, manage stress, and develop supportive relationships. They may also experience other disabling conditions related to their neurodivergence. Supporting individuals & relationships, queer folk, and disabled clients. Poly, Ethical Non-Monogamous (ENM) & Relationship Anarchy (RA) relationship styles welcome. Queer & Trans affirming.
30+ yrs experience providing support for neurodivergent adults identifying as Autistic, ADHD or living with Tourettes through a neurodiversity-affirming lens, Australia-wide via Zoom. Clients may self-identify or have a diagnosis, be looking to build personal capacity, manage stress, and develop supportive relationships. They may also experience other disabling conditions related to their neurodivergence. Supporting individuals & relationships, queer folk, and disabled clients. Poly, Ethical Non-Monogamous (ENM) & Relationship Anarchy (RA) relationship styles welcome. Queer & Trans affirming.
I have extensive experience supporting adults, adolescents, and children through a wide range of presenting challenges, particularly with navigating parenting, couple issues and problematic relational dynamics within families. I treat and support both typical and neurodiverse children and adults and have a background in trauma-informed care to tackle more complex and long-term issues within an individual and family.
I am known for being insightful and I strongly value authenticity in my work. These qualities enable me to create opportunities for my clients to deeply and safely explore themselves and their lives.
I have extensive experience supporting adults, adolescents, and children through a wide range of presenting challenges, particularly with navigating parenting, couple issues and problematic relational dynamics within families. I treat and support both typical and neurodiverse children and adults and have a background in trauma-informed care to tackle more complex and long-term issues within an individual and family.
I am known for being insightful and I strongly value authenticity in my work. These qualities enable me to create opportunities for my clients to deeply and safely explore themselves and their lives.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, relationship breakdown, or the emotional impact of past experiences that still affect you today? You may be feeling stuck in patterns of distress, hypervigilance, emotional shutdown, or ongoing conflict that feels exhausting and hard to shift.
I support adults and couples who are navigating trauma, domestic and family violence, grief and loss, addictions m, relationship difficulties, and complex life stressors to regain emotional safety, clarity, and a sense of control in their lives. I work with clients funded through WorkCover WA and NDIS participants (self- or plan-managed).
Are you feeling overwhelmed by trauma, relationship breakdown, or the emotional impact of past experiences that still affect you today? You may be feeling stuck in patterns of distress, hypervigilance, emotional shutdown, or ongoing conflict that feels exhausting and hard to shift.
I support adults and couples who are navigating trauma, domestic and family violence, grief and loss, addictions m, relationship difficulties, and complex life stressors to regain emotional safety, clarity, and a sense of control in their lives. I work with clients funded through WorkCover WA and NDIS participants (self- or plan-managed).
Do you suffer from unprocessed trauma or feel stuck, anxious, depressed? Are you experiencing sex or gender identity issues, interpersonal struggles or emotional dysregulation? This includes relationships with fear, self-doubt, shame and guilt, and major life transitions. Through our sessions you will see a change in your nervous system and emotional regulation, self-awareness of patterns and behaviours, self-compassion and a larger vitality for life. I offer support for individuals and couples experiencing relationship challenges particularly ethical non monogamy and kink. Couples will experience a new found sense of understanding.
Do you suffer from unprocessed trauma or feel stuck, anxious, depressed? Are you experiencing sex or gender identity issues, interpersonal struggles or emotional dysregulation? This includes relationships with fear, self-doubt, shame and guilt, and major life transitions. Through our sessions you will see a change in your nervous system and emotional regulation, self-awareness of patterns and behaviours, self-compassion and a larger vitality for life. I offer support for individuals and couples experiencing relationship challenges particularly ethical non monogamy and kink. Couples will experience a new found sense of understanding.
Hi, I'm Roberta and I have been calling Australia 'home' for a few years. With both a Bachelor and a Master’s degree in Psychology, as well as an ongoing Graduate Diploma in Relationship Counselling, I bring a wealth of experience working with diverse populations. My professional journey has allowed me to work extensively with young children, adults facing various mental health and life challenges, women recovering from intimate partner violence, and couples seeking to improve their relationships. I strongly believe in the resilience of the human spirit and that understanding what has happened to us is the key to transformation.
Hi, I'm Roberta and I have been calling Australia 'home' for a few years. With both a Bachelor and a Master’s degree in Psychology, as well as an ongoing Graduate Diploma in Relationship Counselling, I bring a wealth of experience working with diverse populations. My professional journey has allowed me to work extensively with young children, adults facing various mental health and life challenges, women recovering from intimate partner violence, and couples seeking to improve their relationships. I strongly believe in the resilience of the human spirit and that understanding what has happened to us is the key to transformation.
Hi, I am a registered clinical Psychotherapist and social scientist. I help a broad range of people and challenges that range from childhood events and trauma to relationship challenges both in families, partnerships, and professional relationships. I help people overcome self-defeating actions and survive in ways that support healthy functioning and enjoyment of life. These can relate to stress, anxiety, life changes or environment, relationship breakdowns and death of treasured others. I provide a free consultation and currently work online only.
Hi, I am a registered clinical Psychotherapist and social scientist. I help a broad range of people and challenges that range from childhood events and trauma to relationship challenges both in families, partnerships, and professional relationships. I help people overcome self-defeating actions and survive in ways that support healthy functioning and enjoyment of life. These can relate to stress, anxiety, life changes or environment, relationship breakdowns and death of treasured others. I provide a free consultation and currently work online only.
With over eight years of clinical experience in Perth, Australia, I have worked extensively with individuals facing a wide range of challenges in the realm of mental health. My expertise spans complex behaviours, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, ADHD, Intellectual Disability, trauma, and self-identity issues. I work within a Person-Centred approach to help clients overcome obstacles and regain control over their lives. I'm a dedicated and experienced Clinical Counsellor with a deep background in psychology. I hold a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology from the UK and a Master's in Counselling from Australia.
With over eight years of clinical experience in Perth, Australia, I have worked extensively with individuals facing a wide range of challenges in the realm of mental health. My expertise spans complex behaviours, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, ADHD, Intellectual Disability, trauma, and self-identity issues. I work within a Person-Centred approach to help clients overcome obstacles and regain control over their lives. I'm a dedicated and experienced Clinical Counsellor with a deep background in psychology. I hold a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology from the UK and a Master's in Counselling from Australia.
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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.