Trauma and PTSD therapists in Footscray, Victoria VIC, Australia AU
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Trauma and PTSD
Dimitri Hawa
Psychologist, Psychologist-BA, BPsycSc (Hons), GradDipProfPsych
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) pose significant mental health challenges for clients. In the therapeutic setting, the psychologist provides a safe and supportive space for individuals to embark on their journey of healing from traumatic experiences. Drawing from evidence-based therapeutic approaches, clients are guided through the complicated landscape of trauma and PTSD, fostering emotional recovery and resilience. This therapeutic journey delves into past attachment issues, childhood experiences, and the environmental factors of the past using schema therapy methods, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Trauma Focussed approaches, Psychodynamic approaches, attachment approaches), fostering a healthy safe therapeutic alliance and tailoring interventions to each client’s unique needs. The central focus is on reconnecting with the vulnerable inner child by exploring trauma incidents, past or present, and unraveling the maladaptive beliefs and coping mechanisms that developed as a result of these traumatic wounds. The aim is to support clients to regain control over their lives, cultivate healthier coping mechanisms for their inner trauma wounds, and rediscover inner peace.
Call for a free consultation. Medicare rebated sessions (obtained from a GP called mental health care plan) and private health insurance rebates session available.
Dimitri's experience extends to conducting psychological assessments and offering counselling support to Victims of Crime through (VOCAT), clients associated with the Transport Accident Commission (TAC), Workcover clients, and those covered by the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and has previously provided psychological support within prison settings.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Footscray, VIC
Online in Footscray, Victoria
Trauma and PTSD
Carmen Rossitto (Clinical Psychologist)
Psychologist, B.A (Psych) (Hons), MPsych (Clinical), MAPS, FCCLP
EMDR is recognised by the World Health Organisation as the most effective treatment for PTSD and Trauma.
12 Years Experience
Online in Footscray, Victoria (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Dr Shikha Gray
Psychologist, PhD, MPsych(Couns)
Trauma and PTSD can have a profoundly existential effect - on your emotional well-being, relationships, sense of self, the meaning you give to your experiences, and your capacity to cope with everyday stressors. In therapy, I offer comprehensive support to help you regain a sense of safety and control. We start by establishing a safe and nurturing environment where you can learn to cope with difficult feelings as they arise and process them at your own pace. My approach acknowledges the interconnectedness of mind and body, and emphasises a holistic path to recovery where you can reclaim your sense of self and find inner peace.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Footscray, VIC
Online in Footscray, Victoria
Trauma and PTSD
Tony O'Loughlin
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, GradDip
Healing from trauma and PTSD is possible with the right support. Specialising in trauma recovery, I offer a safe, compassionate space to process painful experiences. Using evidence-based approaches like the polyvagal theory, somatic therapy and Internal Family Systems, we work together to reduce symptoms, build your window of tolerance and reclaim your life from the shadows of trauma. Your journey toward healing and empowerment begins here.
3 Years Experience
Online in Footscray, Victoria (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Penelope Aleyiannis
Licensed Professional Counsellor, B.Sc(Psych), M. Couns., ACA-L2
Experiencing trauma can leave deep emotional scars that affect your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours long after the event. As a counsellor specialising in trauma and PTSD, I provide a safe, supportive space for individuals to process and heal from their past experiences. Whether you're struggling with the effects of childhood trauma, recent events, or ongoing PTSD symptoms, I offer trauma-informed therapy that empowers you to reclaim control over your life. Using approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and trauma-focused interventions, I help clients process distressing memories, reduce flashbacks and anxiety, and rebuild a sense of safety and trust in themselves and the world. Healing from trauma is a journey, and together, we can work toward reducing the emotional burden, building resilience, and restoring hope for the future. You don’t have to carry the weight of your experiences alone—I’m here to support you every step of the way.
2 Years Experience
Online in Footscray, Victoria (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Mairead Cleary
Registered Psychotherapist, Masters in Gestalt Therapy
Everyone has trauma. It's part of being alive. And some trauma events can be particularly intense and leave us feeling unsafe in the world. The environment we grew up in, if particularly abusive and dysfunctional, can also be traumatic and cause us to feel unsafe in the world. Trauma shows up in our nervous system responses to people and situations, like being excessively wary and on high alert.
We work to regulate your nervous system, to give it safe resting places and experiences of relaxation. We also work with the underlying trauma itself in a very slow, resourcing way.
6 Years Experience
Online in Footscray, Victoria (Online Only)
Trauma and PTSD
Alexina Baldini
Psychologist, B.B.Sc., G.D.A.C.P., M.Psych.(For.), F.A.P.S.
Understanding trauma and trauma diagnoses such as PTSD is crucial for any successful therapy. Our therapists have many years experience in working with trauma and its consequences, whether that be a one-off traumatic incident or cumulative traumas that may result in a diagnosis of Complex PTSD. Therapy may include a range of approaches that are well-researched and found to be effective in practice, related to safe graduated exposure therapies or creative therapies that incorporate adjunct therapy such as art therapy or visualisation around recovery.
37 Years Experience
In-Person Near Footscray, VIC
Online in Footscray, Victoria
Trauma and PTSD
Anna McKie
Registered Psychotherapist, DipSomPsych., DipEd., BSc.
Through my training I have gained a deep understanding of trauma. I have successfully worked with many clients who have experienced trauma, as well as having worked for over five years as a specialist trauma counsellor on the 1800 Respect phone line for people who have experienced domestic and family violence and / or sexual assault.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Footscray, VIC
Online in Footscray, Victoria
Trauma and PTSD
Judith Minster
Psychologist, BA, Grad Dip Psych, MPsych, MAPS, Assoc ASH
Since the 2009 Bushfires, I have worked with clients and organisations to assist with acute and chronic trauma. These have included workplace bullying, childhood trauma, motor vehicle accidents and victims of crime. I receive referrals from TAC, Worksafe and VOCAT.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Footscray, VIC
Online in Footscray, Victoria
Trauma and PTSD
Karen Sri Thomas
Registered Psychotherapist, MCP
Trauma and traumatic memories can be debilitating, often making you feel stuck or spiraling into dark places. Working through them with someone who genuinely cares and has professional training provides the best chance for discovering the stepping stones to healing and moving forward in an effective, safe and comforting way.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Footscray, VIC
Online in Footscray, Victoria