Counselling for the Healing of Early Trauma And Loss

My psychotherapy practice centers on transforming the painful legacy of loss, disconnection or trauma.  I specialize in working with adults who wish to resolve a repeating emotional, occupational or relationship problem arising from childhood experiences of trauma and loss.

Such painful and frightening experiences might include:

• a traumatic violation of trust
• the death of a parent, sibling or friend
• physical, emotional or sexual abuse
• witnessing or experiencing a life-threatening event
• serious injury or physical illness
• substance abuse or mental illness in a family member
• chronic family conflict or divorce
• abandonment or relationship loss.

The effects of earlier traumatic experience can have a painful impact on your capacity to build trust or safety in your current relationships.  For example, you may feel unable to sustain sexual intimacy, or achieve sustained success with work and personal goals.  Often, you may feel unable to manage the momentum of your thoughts or the intensity of your emotions. Painful memories or unexplainable feelings can intrude at any time, causing you to disconnect from others or avoid participation in important activities. This legacy of early traumatic experience can sometimes undermine any hope of change.

Yet, with the help of a qualified and experienced therapist, healing is possible.  I will work supportively and respectfully with you to create an environment of trust and safety.  Together we will develop your capacity and confidence to “stay present” so you can focus productively on current needs and future goals.  We will carefully clear a pathway out of the pain of the past, allowing you to claim the freedom to create and enjoy a life beyond trauma.

GETTING STARTED

Further information about my psychotherapy and counselling service is available on this site (please select from the menu above).

If you would like to schedule an initial appointment, please call my Melbourne office on 03 9041 1456. Or if you would like additional information please email me at info@melbournepsychotherapy.com.au . You can also use the confidential contact form available on this website (click on Contact above) to reach me directly now.

 

Melbourne Psychotherapy Services
No. 6, 14-16 Fitzroy Street
St Kilda VIC 3182
03 9041 1456

info@melbournepsychotherapy.com.au