Therapy services

Trauma therapy

Specialised, compassionate support for people living with the effects of trauma. We move gently and at your pace, helping you feel safe enough to process the past and reclaim a sense of steadiness in the present.

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Healing at a pace that feels safe

Trauma can stay with the body and mind long after the event itself. It can show up as anxiety, flashbacks, numbness, or a constant sense of being on edge. These are natural responses to overwhelming experiences, not signs of weakness.

Our trauma-informed therapists create a steady, predictable space where safety comes first. We never push you to relive more than you're ready for, working carefully so that healing feels grounding rather than overwhelming.

Your journey

What to expect

Trauma work is always paced around your sense of safety. Here's how we move forward together, one careful step at a time.

  1. 1

    Reaching out

    Get in touch by phone or online, to complete a confidential intake and schedule your initial appointment.

  2. 2

    Building safety

    Early sessions focus on grounding, stability, and trust, so you feel steady and in control before we go any deeper.

  3. 3

    Processing at your pace

    Using evidence based approaches, we gently work through difficult experiences, never faster than feels safe for you.

  4. 4

    Integration & moving forward

    We consolidate what you've learned, strengthen your coping tools, and support you as you reconnect with everyday life.

Is this right for you?

You might relate if…

Trauma looks different for everyone. You may notice some of these in your own experience.

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Not sure if this is the right fit? We’re happy to talk it through and help you find the best next step.

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Focus points

Within this service

We work at your pace, focusing on stability first and gently building from there.

1

Safety & stabilisation

Grounding tools to help you feel steadier before we explore anything deeper.

2

Understanding responses

Make sense of trauma reactions so they feel less frightening and more manageable.

3

Processing memories

Work through difficult experiences carefully, only when and if you're ready.

4

Regulating the nervous system

Calm a body stuck in fight-or-flight and restore a sense of ease.

5

Rebuilding trust

Reconnect with yourself and others at a pace that feels safe.

6

Reclaiming the present

Loosen the grip of the past so you can live more fully in the now.

How we work

Approaches we draw on

We use established, trauma-focused methods, always adapted to what feels safe and right for you.

Trauma-focused CBT

A structured, evidence-based approach to processing trauma and easing its ongoing impact.

EMDR-informed work

Gentle techniques that help the mind reprocess distressing memories more adaptively.

Acceptance Commitment Therapy

Mindfulness and values based strategies helping you respond more effectively to difficult thoughts and emotions.

Fees & rebates

Fees, rebates & Medicare

Trauma work is an investment in your wellbeing, and we keep our fees clear and predictable from the very start.

A GP Mental Health Care Plan may make you eligible for Medicare rebates. We can help you understand what's available so cost is one less thing to worry about.

  1. 1

    Visit a GP

    Book an appointment with your GP to discuss mental health support.

  2. 2

    Mental Health Care Plan

    Your GP may prepare a Medicare Mental Health Care Plan for you.

  3. 3

    Book a Psychologist

    Choose a registered psychologist and book your session.

  4. 4

    Claim Medicare Rebate

    Receive a rebate for eligible sessions through Medicare.

At a glance

From $295Standard session
Up to $149.05Medicare rebate
May applyPrivate health
Up to 10 rebatedSessions / year

Questions about pricing or rebates? We're happy to help.

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Good to know

Questions, gently answered

A few of the things people often wonder about before getting started.

Never before you're ready. We focus on safety and stability first, and only explore memories at a pace that feels manageable for you.

It varies from person to person. Some people find a few months helpful, while others prefer longer-term support. We'll shape it around your needs.

Yes. Trauma can affect us years or even decades later. It's never too late to seek support and find relief.

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Healing happens gently, at a pace that feels right for you.

You don't have to carry it alone

Reaching out for trauma support takes real courage. When you're ready, we'll meet you and gently move at a pace that feels safe.

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Call us02 4602 7111