Trauma and PTSD Therapy in Berwick

Psychological Support for Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress

Evidence-based therapy for adults experiencing distress related to past traumatic or highly stressful experiences.
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Psychological Support for Trauma - Berwick

Understanding trauma and post-traumatic stress

Trauma can occur when a person experiences or witnesses events that feel overwhelming or threatening to safety or wellbeing.

Some people recover gradually with support from family, friends, and time. For others, the effects of trauma may persist and interfere with daily life.

Post-traumatic stress reactions can occur after a wide range of experiences, including accidents, violence, medical events, loss, or prolonged periods of emotional stress.

Reactions to trauma vary significantly between individuals.

Common experiences following trauma

People affected by trauma or post-traumatic stress may experience:

  • intrusive memories or distressing recollections
  • nightmares or sleep disturbance
  • heightened alertness or feeling “on edge”
  • avoidance of reminders of the event
  • emotional numbness or detachment
  • difficulty concentrating
  • increased irritability
  • changes in mood or sense of safety

These responses can occur shortly after an event or may emerge months or years later.

When Trauma & PTSD support may be helpful

Psychological support may be helpful if:

traumatic memories feel intrusive or distressing

avoidance behaviours are affecting daily life

sleep disturbance or anxiety is persistent

emotional responses feel difficult to manage

past events continue to affect relationships or wellbeing

Our Assessment Process

How assessment may help

understanding how trauma affects the brain and body

building emotional regulation skills

identifying triggers and patterns of distress

gradually processing difficult memories at a manageable pace

strengthening coping strategies and resilience

What to expect at The Avenue Place

As a deliberately small psychology clinic in Berwick, we prioritise continuity of care and a calm therapeutic environment.

Adults attending for trauma-related support can expect:

an initial assessment to understand personal history and current concerns

collaborative goal setting

consistent sessions with the same psychologist wherever possible

regular review of progress

Where appropriate, we may liaise with your GP under a Mental Health Care Plan.
If you would like to discuss whether treatment may be appropriate for you, please contact our team.
Prefer to speak on the phone?

Call our friendly team directly on (03) 9769 9912.

When additional or urgent support may be required

If your condition is accompanied by thoughts of self-harm, significant risk, or immediate safety concerns, urgent support should be sought.

You can contact:

  • Lifeline: 13 11 14
  • Emergency services: 000

If you are unsure about suitability for private therapy, our team can assist in guiding you toward appropriate services.

Trauma support in Berwick and surrounding suburbs

Our psychologists provide trauma-related psychological support in Berwick and nearby areas including Officer, Clyde North, Narre Warren, Pakenham, Cranbourne and surrounding suburbs.

Telehealth appointments are available across Victoria where appropriate.