Trauma Support Providers

I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, relationships therapist and mediator/family dispute resolution practitioner.

I am an empathetic clinician who applies a holistic perspective to understand and address trauma responses in young children and adults and to empower children and families to address everyday life situations.

Through my work with children diagnosed with ASD and their families, I adopt the strengths-based approach to encourage independence, confidence, improved social skills and to increase their window of tolerance towards more efficient emotional regulation.

I understand the challenges that clients face in everyday interactions and relationships - including power imbalances, parenting, relationship breakdown, disappointment and in-effective communication. By encouraging clients to recognise unhelpful patterns of behaviour, to assume accountability and to participate in strategy building, I aim to empower each client to realise that they possess the ability to action change within their lives.

I founded New Heights Therapy to create a safe, respectful environment for both staff and clients that is free from bias and assumptions.

Gemma is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker who works with adolescents aged 14+, adults and couples navigating life’s many transitions. Gemma has particular interests in trauma, attachment, relationships, anxiety, life transitions and perinatal mental health.

Gemma draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, attachment-informed practice, systems-based approaches, EMDR and Relational Life Therapy for couples and individuals work, tailoring sessions to each person or relationship.

Prior to University I trained as a Lifeline counsellor and volunteered five years while studying at QUT. Bachelor of Psychology completed 2001, Master of Counselling completed 2004, Post Grad Dip of Psychology completed 2008. Worked at Qld Psychology Services (Centacare), then VVCS then private practice since 2012. Studied Emotionally Focused Therapy and EMDR outside of Uni. work predominantly with Couples and Veterans

I have worked as a trauma counsellor for the past 10 years, primarily in sexual assault, family violence and complex mental health. I have completed the following tertiary qualifications: Bachelor of Arts (Police Studies), Bachelor of Letters (Behavioural Studies), Graduate Certificate in Business (Management), Graduate Certificate in Mental Health, Graduate Diploma of Psychology, Master of Counselling and Master of Mental Health. I have provided clinical supervision to behavioural support practitioners and counsellors for five (5) years and have a significant forensic lens over my practice.

I’m a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist, and the founder of Ascent Psychology in Newstead, Brisbane. I have over 23 years of experience working across private and public mental health settings in Australia and overseas.

In my work, I aim to provide a space where people can explore their experiences openly and at their own pace. Many of the individuals I see are managing a great deal internally, like anxiety, overthinking, or relationship difficulties, while continuing to function well in their day-to-day lives.

I take a psychodynamic approach to therapy, which means we focus on understanding the deeper patterns that shape how you think, feel, and relate to others. This often involves exploring past experiences, emotional responses, and recurring themes that may not be immediately obvious.

Some people come to see me after trying other forms of therapy, and feeling that something was missing. I aim to offer a space where we can slow things down, reflect more deeply, and make sense of what may be underlying these experiences.

Therapy is a collaborative process. Rather than offering quick solutions, I work with you to develop a clearer understanding of your internal world, which can lead to more meaningful and lasting change over time.

I offer sessions in English and Spanish, both in person and via telehealth.

Connie Ogan is a Melbourne-based counsellor, psychotherapist, EMDR practitioner, and PACFA-accredited supervisor who
specialises in trauma, grief, and general counselling. What makes her practice unique is her integrative approach to counselling and psychotherapy.

Connie embraces diversity and welcomes
people of all cultures, genders, sexualities, ages, and abilities, tailoring sessions to each individual.

Connie has a Graduate Certificate in Grief & Bereavement Counselling, Advanced Diploma in Transpersonal Counselling,
EMDR Practitioner certification, Trauma Professional Training, Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist certification, and a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts (plus ongoing professional development), Connie brings serious credentials alongside compassion and creativity.

Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you've spent years carrying things on your own. Shame, anxiety, relationship difficulties, people pleasing, perfectionism, and low self-worth are just some of the struggles that can leave you feeling caught in painful patterns that are difficult to change.

Many people I work with grew up in families where emotional neglect, criticism, control, or unhealthy family dynamics shaped how they learned to survive. My work helps you understand these patterns with compassion, so they no longer define how you relate to yourself, others, and the world. Together, we work towards building greater self-trust, healthier relationships, and a life no longer organised around survival.

I'm a Clinical Psychologist who integrates Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR & Schema Therapy to help adults heal the lasting impact of childhood trauma, emotional neglect, and dysfunctional family dynamics. Rather than managing symptoms, we work together to understand the patterns keeping you stuck, heal emotional wounds, & build healthier relationships.

My hope is that therapy becomes a place where you feel understood, emotionally safe, and supported to make sense of your experiences, heal old wounds, and create a different future. If this resonates with you, I'd be honoured to support you.