Substance Use Counselling in Brisbane, QLD
Offering both therapy and social work supervision I work with a variety of issues including problematic substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma and disordered eating. My focus is on assisting my clients to live their life more fully wherever they are. This includes those who are struggling with significant mental health issues to those who feel they shorter term effective and professional support. I am an ANZAED credentialed Eating Disorder Practioner which recognises my training, skills and experience to provide eating disorder treatment.
Offering both therapy and social work supervision I work with a variety of issues including problematic substance use, depression, anxiety, trauma and disordered eating. My focus is on assisting my clients to live their life more fully wherever they are. This includes those who are struggling with significant mental health issues to those who feel they shorter term effective and professional support. I am an ANZAED credentialed Eating Disorder Practioner which recognises my training, skills and experience to provide eating disorder treatment.
Welcome! I’m Taylor (she/her), an AASW Accredited Social Worker and the founder of Tailored Talk Therapies. I provide holistic, trauma-informed, and compassionate counselling, social work, and mental health services tailored to meet your goals and preferences. Throughout my 8-year career, I've gained extensive knowledge in helping individuals facing stress, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, PTSD, problematic substance use, relationship issues, women's issues, identity and self-esteem concerns, workplace challenges, personality disorders, grief, loss, life transitions, and more.
Welcome! I’m Taylor (she/her), an AASW Accredited Social Worker and the founder of Tailored Talk Therapies. I provide holistic, trauma-informed, and compassionate counselling, social work, and mental health services tailored to meet your goals and preferences. Throughout my 8-year career, I've gained extensive knowledge in helping individuals facing stress, anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, PTSD, problematic substance use, relationship issues, women's issues, identity and self-esteem concerns, workplace challenges, personality disorders, grief, loss, life transitions, and more.
Hi, I'm Jess. I’m a Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist working with people aged 16+ in Brisbane and via Telehealth. I can offer short-term therapy to relieve a specific area of concern, or long-term psychotherapy to work through difficulties that are complex and/or longstanding. I am particularly passionate about working with young adults. In addition to psychotherapy, I am able to offer clinical supervision to psychologists and other allied health professionals. My interest areas include anxiety, depression, substance use, relational trauma, relationship difficulties, identity, self-esteem, and existential concerns.
Hi, I'm Jess. I’m a Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist working with people aged 16+ in Brisbane and via Telehealth. I can offer short-term therapy to relieve a specific area of concern, or long-term psychotherapy to work through difficulties that are complex and/or longstanding. I am particularly passionate about working with young adults. In addition to psychotherapy, I am able to offer clinical supervision to psychologists and other allied health professionals. My interest areas include anxiety, depression, substance use, relational trauma, relationship difficulties, identity, self-esteem, and existential concerns.
Gary Coonan Psychologist
Psychologist, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Verified Verified
Brighton, QLD 4017
My name is Gary and my psychology practice is located on the north side of Brisbane in Brighton, providing the kind of counselling support that people deserve. I work with presentations including depression, anxiety, stress, substance use, relationship issues, grief, trauma, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder including complex trauma and dissociative identity.
My name is Gary and my psychology practice is located on the north side of Brisbane in Brighton, providing the kind of counselling support that people deserve. I work with presentations including depression, anxiety, stress, substance use, relationship issues, grief, trauma, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder including complex trauma and dissociative identity.
My areas of expertise include Mood Disorders (Depression & Bipolar), Anxiety Disorders, PTSD & Complex PTSD, Impulse Control orders & Substance Use Disorders, and Personality Disorders.
Hi, I am an experienced Counselling Psychologist and have gained a broad base of knowledge over 13 years of therapy.The vast majority of my experience has been in the private practice field, treating both individuals & couples. Clients generally find me to be a warm and caring psychologist, with a strong desire to understand and help them to move forwards in their life.
My areas of expertise include Mood Disorders (Depression & Bipolar), Anxiety Disorders, PTSD & Complex PTSD, Impulse Control orders & Substance Use Disorders, and Personality Disorders.
Hi, I am an experienced Counselling Psychologist and have gained a broad base of knowledge over 13 years of therapy.The vast majority of my experience has been in the private practice field, treating both individuals & couples. Clients generally find me to be a warm and caring psychologist, with a strong desire to understand and help them to move forwards in their life.
YourSpace Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Teneriffe, QLD 4005 (Online Only)
We are Queensland based registered telehealth psychologists. Between Shannon and Leah there is a wealth of experience and training in psychological/psychometric assessments, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) intervention, Counselling, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Informed Care, and Attachment-Based Therapy. We work with all ages and specialize in the areas of anxiety, depression, substance use, work-related problems, concerns relating to relationships and criminal justice.
We are Queensland based registered telehealth psychologists. Between Shannon and Leah there is a wealth of experience and training in psychological/psychometric assessments, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) intervention, Counselling, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Informed Care, and Attachment-Based Therapy. We work with all ages and specialize in the areas of anxiety, depression, substance use, work-related problems, concerns relating to relationships and criminal justice.
I am interested in working with clients with adjustment disorder, anxiety and mood disorders, substance use issues, stress, trauma, relationship issues, workplace issues, amongst others.
I am a clinical psychologist who values the importance of creating a safe, warm and engaging environment for clients and to work collaboratively and respectfully with them to achieve their goals. I take a client focused approach and integrates Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, Solution Focused therapy, mindfulness, Dialectical behavioural therapy and Schema therapy where appropriate to suit the needs of the clients. Outside of private practice, I work as a senior psychologist in an acute mental health team.
I am interested in working with clients with adjustment disorder, anxiety and mood disorders, substance use issues, stress, trauma, relationship issues, workplace issues, amongst others.
I am a clinical psychologist who values the importance of creating a safe, warm and engaging environment for clients and to work collaboratively and respectfully with them to achieve their goals. I take a client focused approach and integrates Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, Solution Focused therapy, mindfulness, Dialectical behavioural therapy and Schema therapy where appropriate to suit the needs of the clients. Outside of private practice, I work as a senior psychologist in an acute mental health team.
I work with adolescents and adults and have particular interest/experience in the following areas: OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Complex trauma and PTSD, management of ADHD related challenges, self esteem, adolescent issues (for example relationships & bullying) substance use concerns and addiction.
Hi! My name is James and I'm registered psychologist who is passionate about creating a warm, safe and non-judgemental space for all my clients. I welcome all clients regardless of cultural background, gender identity, or sexual orientation. I am committed in supporting clients to make sense of and work through whatever is bringing them to therapy.
I work with adolescents and adults and have particular interest/experience in the following areas: OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Complex trauma and PTSD, management of ADHD related challenges, self esteem, adolescent issues (for example relationships & bullying) substance use concerns and addiction.
Hi! My name is James and I'm registered psychologist who is passionate about creating a warm, safe and non-judgemental space for all my clients. I welcome all clients regardless of cultural background, gender identity, or sexual orientation. I am committed in supporting clients to make sense of and work through whatever is bringing them to therapy.
I have worked with clients with a broad range of issues and with a broad range of backgrounds ( substance use, homelessness, mental health, existential enquiry and much more). No matter what solution each person seeks, the starting point is always towards self-acceptance and increased awareness.
I have worked with clients with a broad range of issues and with a broad range of backgrounds ( substance use, homelessness, mental health, existential enquiry and much more). No matter what solution each person seeks, the starting point is always towards self-acceptance and increased awareness.
Sasha Gobbart Mason
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brisbane City, QLD 4000 (Online Only)
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Counselling and have done further training in substance use and Somatic Experiencing.
I work primarily with females experiencing mental health issues, burnout and stress. I see people through a holistic lens and aim to support you to find integration between mind, body and emotions. With lived experience, I understand how trauma disconnects us from our bodies and how difficult it is to sit with our emotions.
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Counselling and have done further training in substance use and Somatic Experiencing.
I work primarily with females experiencing mental health issues, burnout and stress. I see people through a holistic lens and aim to support you to find integration between mind, body and emotions. With lived experience, I understand how trauma disconnects us from our bodies and how difficult it is to sit with our emotions.
Brendan Partridge
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Brisbane City, QLD 4000
My expertise includes mood and anxiety disorders, adolescent mental health, men's mental health and behavioural change, relationship and family stressors, trauma, workplace injury, personality disorders, grief and loss, anger management, offending behaviours, and substance use issues.
I am an experienced clinical psychologist readily available to assist you in understanding and improving your quality of life. Based on my core values of insight, compassion, and empowerment, I am passionate about providing a warm and welcoming therapeutic experience tailored to the individual. I provide an integrative style of intervention, drawing from both professional training, as well as lived experiences. Over and above the 'type' of therapy delivered, I am client-centred, and believe in a validating and constructive therapeutic relationship as the main vehicle toward change.
My expertise includes mood and anxiety disorders, adolescent mental health, men's mental health and behavioural change, relationship and family stressors, trauma, workplace injury, personality disorders, grief and loss, anger management, offending behaviours, and substance use issues.
I am an experienced clinical psychologist readily available to assist you in understanding and improving your quality of life. Based on my core values of insight, compassion, and empowerment, I am passionate about providing a warm and welcoming therapeutic experience tailored to the individual. I provide an integrative style of intervention, drawing from both professional training, as well as lived experiences. Over and above the 'type' of therapy delivered, I am client-centred, and believe in a validating and constructive therapeutic relationship as the main vehicle toward change.
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I work with adults & adolescents experiencing complex trauma, substance use, anxiety, depression, anger, life transitions, grief & loss, overwhelm & stress, LGBTQIA+ issues, & relational challenges between people who long to connect more fully.
My approach as a psychotherapist is holistic, non-judgemental, trauma informed & deeply relational. I have worked in various roles including mental health counselling, outdoor education teaching, adventure therapy, wilderness rites of passage, & group facilitation for over a decade, supporting adults, young people & families. I bring these diverse experiences into my therapeutic practice to offer a specialised approach to this transformational work.
I work with adults & adolescents experiencing complex trauma, substance use, anxiety, depression, anger, life transitions, grief & loss, overwhelm & stress, LGBTQIA+ issues, & relational challenges between people who long to connect more fully.
My approach as a psychotherapist is holistic, non-judgemental, trauma informed & deeply relational. I have worked in various roles including mental health counselling, outdoor education teaching, adventure therapy, wilderness rites of passage, & group facilitation for over a decade, supporting adults, young people & families. I bring these diverse experiences into my therapeutic practice to offer a specialised approach to this transformational work.
Ebonie is a passionate and empathetic registered psychologist who can provide thorough assessment and intervention across all ages. Ebonie's aim is to work collaboratively with you to enhance your mental health and achieve your goals. Ebonie has worked in a wide variety of settings including Psychiatric Hospital, Schools, Industry, Forensic, Private Practice and Primary Health Care Network. Ebonie has a keen interest in helping clients with substance use and addiction. She also work with offenders and can provide forensic court reports.
Ebonie is a passionate and empathetic registered psychologist who can provide thorough assessment and intervention across all ages. Ebonie's aim is to work collaboratively with you to enhance your mental health and achieve your goals. Ebonie has worked in a wide variety of settings including Psychiatric Hospital, Schools, Industry, Forensic, Private Practice and Primary Health Care Network. Ebonie has a keen interest in helping clients with substance use and addiction. She also work with offenders and can provide forensic court reports.
I am a counsellor & psychotherapist working in the existential humanist tradition. I work with all sorts of issues including mental health, addictive behaviours and relationship issues to name a few. I am registered with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation Australia) which is the national peak body for counsellors and psychotherapists in Australia and have worked in youth mental health, alcohol and other drugs counselling and trauma informed counselling. If you are experiencing issues with any emotional concerns, anxiety, substance use, addiction, including behavioural addictions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
I am a counsellor & psychotherapist working in the existential humanist tradition. I work with all sorts of issues including mental health, addictive behaviours and relationship issues to name a few. I am registered with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation Australia) which is the national peak body for counsellors and psychotherapists in Australia and have worked in youth mental health, alcohol and other drugs counselling and trauma informed counselling. If you are experiencing issues with any emotional concerns, anxiety, substance use, addiction, including behavioural addictions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Debra (Deb) Kaita Kakiiza
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Redland Bay, QLD 4165 (Online Only)
Deb is a registered psychologist with a Masters in Counselling Psychology and a Masters in Grief and Loss, as well as Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and a Bachelor of Counselling. Deb is experiences working with a wide range of people and she values Telehealth as it increases access to psychological support for everyone. Deb works with anyone aged 16 years and older experiencing life challenges such as: anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transition, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, family violence, career and work challenges, study-related difficulties and substance use.
Deb is a registered psychologist with a Masters in Counselling Psychology and a Masters in Grief and Loss, as well as Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and a Bachelor of Counselling. Deb is experiences working with a wide range of people and she values Telehealth as it increases access to psychological support for everyone. Deb works with anyone aged 16 years and older experiencing life challenges such as: anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, life transition, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, family violence, career and work challenges, study-related difficulties and substance use.
Welcome to Brisbane Mind & Body Clinic, your source to recapture feeling good again. As a new psychology and nutrition clinic, we adopt a holistic approach to health by educating clients on how food choices can influence our brain, mood, and mental health. I have experience working with adolescents and adults in private and public settings, e.g. university, community and hospital mental health settings. I've also worked with clients experiencing a range of difficulties including, anxiety disorders and depression, trauma- and stress-related conditions, as well as identity and self-esteem issues.
Welcome to Brisbane Mind & Body Clinic, your source to recapture feeling good again. As a new psychology and nutrition clinic, we adopt a holistic approach to health by educating clients on how food choices can influence our brain, mood, and mental health. I have experience working with adolescents and adults in private and public settings, e.g. university, community and hospital mental health settings. I've also worked with clients experiencing a range of difficulties including, anxiety disorders and depression, trauma- and stress-related conditions, as well as identity and self-esteem issues.
I work primarily with trauma, alcohol and other drug use and behavioural addictions. I work with you to shed the layers of your trauma, heal unresolved wounds, and create a life that you don’t need to numb yourself to and escape from. With lived experience of trauma and substance addiction, I understand how trauma, especially from our childhood, can impact every aspect of our lives. And, how we can easily find ourselves trying to cope with behaviours that become more and more problematic.
I work primarily with trauma, alcohol and other drug use and behavioural addictions. I work with you to shed the layers of your trauma, heal unresolved wounds, and create a life that you don’t need to numb yourself to and escape from. With lived experience of trauma and substance addiction, I understand how trauma, especially from our childhood, can impact every aspect of our lives. And, how we can easily find ourselves trying to cope with behaviours that become more and more problematic.
I'm here to help you with the reason you've arrived at this page. What do you need? Is your relationship with your partner suffering? This can be common in new relationships but also after decades together. Perhaps you feel stuck and struggle to make personal change. You don't have to solve this one on your own, you might not feel like you can talk to a friend or partner. Your parent's don't seem to understand. Whatever your situation, connecting with a counsellor can be immensely beneficial. Bookings at davesegal.com
I'm here to help you with the reason you've arrived at this page. What do you need? Is your relationship with your partner suffering? This can be common in new relationships but also after decades together. Perhaps you feel stuck and struggle to make personal change. You don't have to solve this one on your own, you might not feel like you can talk to a friend or partner. Your parent's don't seem to understand. Whatever your situation, connecting with a counsellor can be immensely beneficial. Bookings at davesegal.com
Li Lian Koh
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Brisbane City, QLD 4000 (Online Only)
[Telehealth only]. Li Lian is a registered Clinical Psychologist who works primarily with older adolescents and adults, and enjoys working with clients of differing cultural backgrounds and presenting issues. She has experience working with anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, anger management, addictions, as well as criminal and offending behaviours. Li Lian ensures that she creates a warm, empathetic and non-judgemental space for clients. She encourages open and honest communication to ensure that clients feel comfortable in sharing their thoughts, feelings, behaviours and any feedback about the process.
[Telehealth only]. Li Lian is a registered Clinical Psychologist who works primarily with older adolescents and adults, and enjoys working with clients of differing cultural backgrounds and presenting issues. She has experience working with anxiety disorders, depression, PTSD, anger management, addictions, as well as criminal and offending behaviours. Li Lian ensures that she creates a warm, empathetic and non-judgemental space for clients. She encourages open and honest communication to ensure that clients feel comfortable in sharing their thoughts, feelings, behaviours and any feedback about the process.
You are looking for deeper understanding of yourself, your relationships and behaviours. You are becoming aware that certain patterns of feeling, behaving and believing are not aligned with who you truely are.
You are looking for deeper understanding of yourself, your relationships and behaviours. You are becoming aware that certain patterns of feeling, behaving and believing are not aligned with who you truely are.
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Substance Use Counsellors
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counsellors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.