Somatic Psychotherapies

I offer Clinical Supervision, Counselling (talk & somatic based) & Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy to Individuals (including Children/Youth), Couples & Families with availability for Weekday & Weekend sessions Online via Telehealth (Videolink or Phone) across Australia, New Zealand & Worldwide.

I have extensive background of experience as a counsellor, nurse, am ex-military and have worked within the ambulance sector, medical/pharmaceuticals sales, restorative justice and sex work industry. 

I work with clients of all ages on a range of issues including: Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Depression, Emotional Regulation Problems including Anger Management, Family Violence, Sexual Abuse, PTSD, Past Trauma & Critical Incidents, Nightmares & Disturbing Dreams, Workplace & Relationship Difficulties, Sexual Intimacy & Gender Related Issues, Chronic Pain & Health Issues, Neurodivergence Related Issues, Personality Disorders, Redundancy & Career Change, Self-Esteem & Confidence Issues, Addictions, Compulsive Behaviours, Hoarding & Phobia's, Suicide Thoughts & Self-harming Behaviours. 

If the issue troubling you is not listed, feel free to contact me directly. If I can’t assist, or you feel my service is not a good fit for you, I am happy to assist you locating a service that can support your needs.

I work primarily from a Person-Centred Therapy (PCT) approach using a conversational style listening patiently to you, always with empathy, genuineness and without judgement, to help find the solutions you desire for your life whilst adjusting my techniques to fit your needs within each session. 

I am trained in a variety of therapeutic methods including somatic (mind/body) based therapies. I can teach a range of skills to support effective emotional regulation and communication as needed. 

The range of therapeutic modalities I utilise: Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT Tapping), Brainspotting Therapy (BSP), Trauma Informed Yoga (TIY), Pranayama Breathwork, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Solutions Focused Therapy (SFT), Narrative Therapy, Acknowledgement & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Animal Assisted Therapy, Art therapy, Child Play Therapy (CPT) & Motivational Interviewing (MIT). 

I can utilise various assessments when appropriate to measure the severity of a specific problem, as well as determining your progress within therapy. I can provide a copy of these for your doctor to assist you further where requested. 

My aim is to assist you or your loved ones with a range of life & work challenges to restore balance, happiness and inner peace with various techniques of 'talk therapy' and somatic healing methods.

I can provide dedicated Professional Clinical Supervision services for a diverse range of counselling therapists, health and non-health professionals seeking to enhance their career skills, navigate complex cases, and maintain professional well-being.

Private Health Insurance Rebates are available with multiple funds including: AHM, ARHG including AIA Health Insurance, Emergency Services Health, Frank Health Insurance, GMHBA, GU Health, HBF, Mildura Health Fund, Nurses & Midwives Health, Phoenix Health Fund, Police Health, See-U by HBF (CUA), St Lukes Health, Teachers Health, TUH Health Fund (QLD Teachers Union), Uni Health & Westfund Health Insurance, Bupa, Doctors Health by Avant, Medibank. 

I am an 'Approved Provider' with National Redress Scheme QLD, NSW, VIC, WA (also SA clients) and listed on the BlueKnot Complex Trauma Directory & Trauma Support Directory.

For Victims of Crime - Victim Assist QLD, Victims Services NSW, Victim Support Agency VIC (including Victim Support TAS) & Victim Support New Zealand.

For injury support - WorkCover QLD, WorkSafe VIC & Return to Work SA. I can also support NDIS self managed and plan managed funded clients.

My private funded session rates for Counselling, Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy (including couples & families) & Professional Clinical Supervision is $200 - 1hr, $300 - 1.5hrs, $400 - 2hrs. I can offer a concession rate for clients with limited funds on government benefits or pensions. Payments can be made via credit card or internet bank transfer. Receipts are provided for insurance or other funded claim purposes.

Please feel free to reach out to discuss how I can support you via phone, txt +61459767347, email gayemallinson@gmail.com or WhatsApp chat https://wa.me/61459767347 Alternatively, if you are keen to get started, you can schedule an appointment directly through my online booking portal: https://clientportal.powerdiary.com/clientportal/somaticpsychotherapies.

Whatever you are going through, know that there is hope - Let me help you find that hope.