Our Services

Trauma

We offer trauma-informed therapy for individuals affected by single-incident or complex trauma. Our work focuses on helping you feel safe in your body, understand trauma responses, reduce distress, and gently rebuild a sense of stability and empowerment.

We are a trauma-informed practice and recognise that trauma can affect not only your thoughts and emotions but also your body, from tension and stress responses to disrupted sleep or energy.

Common Trauma Symptoms

Re-experiencing the traumatic event

Unwanted thoughts or memories
Flashbacks
Nightmares
Physical reactions

Hyperarousal

Difficulty sleeping
Trouble concentrating
Generally irritable, frustrated or easy to anger
Taking risks
Easily startled
Hypervigilant — on the constant lookout for danger

Avoidance of reminders

People, places, activities
Thoughts or feelings that remind you of the trauma

Negative thoughts and feelings

Regular feelings of anger, fear, guilt, shame
Emotional numbness
Feeling disconnected from others, your surroundings and your body

Dr Elpiniki Andrew has experience in the treatment of trauma and on-going distress related to emergency service workers. In addition she supports clients who have experienced the long term stress of not having their emotional needs met, stemming from chronic, relational or developmental trauma.

Schedule a Complimentary Consultation

Schedule a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation today with Dr Elpiniki Andrew to discuss your needs. We offer weekday appointments before, during and after business hours in our Rosebery consultation rooms and online through video conferencing.