Evolving Minds Counselling
and Psychology
Trauma Informed Approaches in Therapy
At Evolving Minds Counselling and Psychology in Menai, trauma-informed approaches guide how therapy is delivered across our work with children, adolescents and adults across the Sutherland Shire.
Rather than being a single type of therapy, trauma-informed practice refers to the way therapy is adapted to support people who have experienced trauma or ongoing distress.
Our clinicians have training in trauma-informed care, including experience supporting children, adolescents and adults impacted by trauma. This includes formal training in developmental trauma and approaches that support emotional regulation, relationships and recovery over time.
If you are seeking support for trauma, you can learn more about our trauma counselling page.
Trauma-informed therapy recognises that distressing experiences can affect the nervous system, emotional regulation, relationships and sense of safety.
Rather than focusing only on symptoms, this approach considers how past experiences can continue to influence emotional responses, relationships, and patterns of behaviour.
Therapy is guided by safety, collaboration and choice, with sessions paced in a way that feels manageable.
What trauma-informed approaches involve
Trauma-informed therapy may include:
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developing emotional regulation skills
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building a sense of safety within the body
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increasing awareness of bodily sensations and nervous system responses
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understanding patterns shaped by past experiences
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strengthening boundaries and communication
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gradually working through distressing experiences where appropriate
The focus is on building stability and understanding, rather than revisiting distressing experiences before a person feels ready.
Trauma-informed approaches we use
Our clinicians draw on a range of evidence-based approaches depending on each person’s needs.
This may include:
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Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT)
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Somatic Therapy and body-based approaches
These approaches may be used individually or integrated, depending on what is most appropriate.
How this fits within therapy
Trauma-informed approaches are often used within trauma counselling, particularly when past experiences are continuing to affect emotional responses, relationships or a sense of safety.
These approaches can be relevant for people experiencing:
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anxiety or emotional overwhelm
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relationship difficulties
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patterns linked to past experiences
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ongoing stress or difficulty feeling safe
Trauma-informed therapy in Menai and the Sutherland Shire
At Evolving Minds Counselling and Psychology, trauma-informed approaches are used across our work with children, adolescents, adults and families.
These approaches are used within therapy at our Menai practice, working with people across the Sutherland Shire.
Getting started
Appointments are available in person at our Menai practice and via secure online therapy across Australia.
If you’re unsure where to begin, our Client Care Team can assist. Call 02 8519 4197 or use the button below to request an appointment.