Life Psychology AustraliaCare & recovery
Trauma Recovery
Paced, trauma-informed therapy using approaches such as EMDR and somatic work where appropriate. Sessions move carefully, with attention to stability, consent, and readiness.
Trauma work at your pace
Trauma work is deeply personal. There is no single timeline for talking about, stabilising, or processing difficult experiences.
A trauma-informed approach prioritises choice, pacing, collaboration, and practical grounding. Your psychologist will work with you to build stability before moving into more difficult material.
Whether you're dealing with single-incident trauma, complex trauma, or relational trauma, therapy can be shaped around what feels manageable and clinically appropriate.
"Recovery is paced to you. We're here, with patience and care, for as long as it takes."
Trauma-informed approaches we may use
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured therapy used in trauma-focused practice.
Somatic Approaches
Body-based approaches that notice physical responses to stress and trauma, and practise grounding and regulation skills.
Trauma-Informed CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy adapted for trauma, with attention to stabilisation, pacing, and gradual work with difficult experiences.
Narrative Therapy
Exploring how traumatic experiences have affected your story, identity, relationships, and sense of meaning.
Grounding Techniques
Practical tools to support staying present when dissociation, flashbacks, or overwhelming emotions show up.
Attachment-Based Therapy
Exploring relational wounds, attachment patterns, boundaries, and the impact of trauma on current relationships.
Common Questions
What is EMDR therapy?
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing — a structured therapy involving guided eye movements (or other bilateral stimulation) alongside talking through difficult experiences. Widely used in trauma-focused practice.
Do I need to talk about the traumatic event in detail?
Not necessarily. Trauma-informed therapy is paced to what you can handle. Approaches like EMDR don't require detailed verbal recounting. Stabilisation and grounding come before any deeper processing.
How long does trauma therapy usually take?
It varies considerably. Single-incident trauma, complex trauma, and developmental trauma can require different pacing. Expectations are reviewed regularly with your psychologist.
Is telehealth suitable for trauma work?
Yes, with care. Telehealth is commonly used for trauma-informed therapy across Australia. We pay attention to your environment and grounding practices between sessions. If in-person care is needed, we discuss referrals.
Can I claim Medicare rebates for trauma therapy?
Yes, with a current Mental Health Care Plan from your GP. Standard Medicare psychology items apply. See our pricing page for funding details.
When you're ready
Trauma work can be careful and paced. We're here to offer evidence-informed support in a respectful telehealth setting.