Addiction & Trauma Psychologist | Emotional Trauma Recovery

Support for Addiction & Trauma

At All Access Psychology, we work with individuals seeking emotional trauma recovery, freedom from addictive patterns, and a genuine path forward — not just short-term symptom management. As an experienced addiction psychologist and trauma psychologist, our approach is grounded in evidence-based treatment, tailored to your history, your triggers and your goals.

Support is available via Telehealth, face-to-face or mobile appointments, so no matter where you are in Australia, quality care is within reach.

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Understanding Addiction & Trauma

These experiences can look different for everyone, but some common signs include:

Difficulty controlling use of alcohol, drugs or other addictive behaviours
Using substances to cope with stress, emotions or trauma
Withdrawal, cravings, or a growing tolerance over time
Strain on relationships, work or finances as a result of use

Addiction & Substance Use

Trauma

Intrusive memories, flashbacks or nightmares
Feeling constantly on edge, easily startled, or emotionally numb
Avoiding people, places or situations that bring up painful memories
Difficulty trusting others or feeling safe, even in familiar environments

Substance Abuse Counselling & Dual Diagnosis Support

For many people, addiction isn't the whole story — it's often connected to grief, trauma, anxiety, depression or long-standing emotional pain. Our substance abuse counselling looks at the full picture, not just the substance itself.

If you're managing addiction alongside another mental health condition, our dual diagnosis support is designed specifically for this. Rather than treating each issue in isolation, we work with you to understand how they interact — and build a coordinated plan that addresses both at the same time.

This integrated approach tends to lead to more sustainable outcomes than treating addiction or trauma alone.

Online Trauma Therapy & Flexible Access

We know that reaching out — especially around trauma or addiction — can feel confronting. That's why we've made access as flexible as possible:

Whatever stage you're at — whether you're just starting to consider change, or actively working through recovery — we'll meet you there.

Our Evidence-Based Therapy Approaches

We use proven, structured approaches — never a one-size-fits-all program. Depending on what you're working through, treatment may draw on:

Our body image therapy helps you:

Why Choose All Access Psychology?

Our goal is lasting change — helping you build real insight, healthier coping strategies, and a life that feels genuinely yours again.