Domestic Abuse therapists in Torquay, VIC
Browse Domestic Abuse therapists in Torquay, Victoria, Australia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Dimitri Hawa
Psychologist, Psychologist-BA, BPsycSc (Hons), GradDipProfPsych
Clients who have experienced domestic violence or abuse, encompassing past or current emotional, social, sexual, or spiritual abuse, will discover therapy as a nurturing and empowering environment, utilising evidence-based techniques (schema therapy methods, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic approaches, attachment approaches), fostering a healthy safe therapeutic alliance and tailoring interventions to each client’s unique needs. Therapy can effectively process the experiences, openly express their emotions, confront maladaptive beliefs, and embark on a journey of healing and safety, breaking free from the cycle of abuse.
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.
10 Years Experience
Online in Torquay, VIC
Dr George Booty. The PsychoTRAUMA Clinic (Convergence College of Psychotherapy)
Registered Psychotherapist, Dr, DPsych, MA Couns, MA Psych, PG Dip Spvn
I already spoke of domestic abuse on this site but with Covid-19 it surely has been on the increase the last few months. I am an]ble to help with anger management and to help the victims to deal with trauma and find a way out of the living hell they find themselves in, both male and female. Johnny Depp eat your heart out!
31 Years Experience
Online in Torquay, VIC
Catherine Broughton Counselling & Supervision
Counsellor/Therapist, GradCertDFVPrac, BCouns, B.A. MACA
Catherine offers trauma‑informed support for individuals impacted by domestic and family violence, helping clients regain safety, stability, and a sense of empowerment at a pace that feels right for them.
8 Years Experience
Online in Torquay, VIC
Quatro Wellbeing - Couples & Relationships- Individuals- EMDR- Relational Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Clinical Psychotherapist, Clinical EMDR Practitioner, Accredited Gottman Relationship Therapist
Our immediate goal is to help alleviate emotional pain and confusion and to build self confidence and coping skills. To do this we specialise in short, to long term, psychodynamic psychotherapy which consist of a series of conversations between you and your therapist.
These conversations are conducted with sensitivity, warmth and understanding in the confidential space of our consulting rooms or if preferred via Telehealth.
Our work is informed by a variety of contemporary psychological models of therapy. Most notable of these being the Conversational Model. This means we explore with you how past experiences and learned behaviour come together to influence your present day thinking and the effect that has on your future life goals and expectations. Whatever approach is best suited to you is framed around your specific needs and treatment plan that we build in collaboration with you. Our hope is the the work we do together will assist in integrating all parts of your psychological life and be demonstrated in your improved self care and life choices.
Areas of special interest include:
Trauma and PTSD and CPTSD
Anxiety (including phobias, panic attacks, generalised anxiety, social anxiety)
Relationship concerns and ruptures in the bond
Attachment issues
Improving self-esteem
Stress management
Grief and Loss
Healing from emotional abuse
Healing from childhood abuse
Depression
Mental Health disorders
31 Years Experience
Online in Torquay, VIC
Counselling Mediation & Relationship Centre
Marriage and Family Therapist, B.Coun,Graddip Family Dispute resolution FDRP
Domestic violence counselling encompasses prevention, early intervention, crisis, and post crisis support to clients (and their families) as well as providing a safe space for those women with ongoing and past experiences to process the complex drivers and impacts of domestic violence in their lives and consider options for recovery pathways.
16 Years Experience
Online in Torquay, VIC
Domestic Abuse therapists in Torquay, VIC Statistics
Domestic Abuse therapists in Torquay, VIC average 16 years of experience and charge around $197 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (68%), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) (62%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$197
Accept insurance
68%
Offer sliding scale
65%
Gender ID
| 59% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 85% |
In Person and Online |
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| 15% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 68% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 62% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 50% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 47% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 47% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 47% | Narrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 76% | Senior |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Teen |
| 47% | Children |
Client Focus
| 82% | Women |
| 68% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 65% | LGBTQ+ |
| 65% | Men |
| 44% | Military / Veterans |