Business Details
Holistic Psychotherapy & Trauma Counseling Sydney
Jennifer Perkins MFT is a Sydney-based psychotherapy practice founded on principles of social justice, holistic wellness, and trauma-informed care. With over 15 years of experience, the practice specializes in individual counseling, relationship therapy, and trauma recovery, serving diverse populations including LGBTQI communities. Utilizing evidence-based modalities like EMDR, IFS, and mindfulness, the practice emphasizes mind-body-spirit integration to help clients achieve personal growth and relational harmony. Jennifer Perkins, a U.S. board-certified therapist and ACA-Level 4 member, combines advanced clinical training with a compassionate approach to address anxiety, PTSD, abuse recovery, and identity transitions.The practice offers flexible telehealth and in-person sessions, prioritizing client autonomy and cultural competence while fostering empowerment through narrative therapy and strengths-based frameworks.
Services
Psychotherapy
EMDR Therapy
LGBTQI Counseling
Couples Therapy
Mindfulness Counseling
Trauma Counseling
Telehealth Services
Personal Growth Counseling
Clinical Supervision
Holistic Therapy
Highlights and features
- Over 15 years of clinical experience in trauma and relationship therapy
- Trauma-informed care certified with EMDR and IFS expertise
- Specialized LGBTQI counseling with WPATH-certified practitioners
- Holistic mind-body-spirit approach to mental health treatment
- Flexible telehealth and in-person session options available
Associations and certifications
- EMDRIA
- PACFA
- ACA
- AAMFT
- CAMFT
- GAYLESTA
- WPATH
What people say
Transformative EMDR sessions
Supportive LGBTQI space
Deep therapeutic insights
Gentle yet effective approach
Safe, non-judgmental environment
Services
Psychotherapy
Individual psychotherapy addresses anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions through evidence-based approaches. Our trauma-informed therapists use cognitive-behavioral and narrative techniques to help clients reframe negative thought patterns while building emotional resilience. Sessions focus on personal growth, relationship improvement, and developing coping strategies tailored to each client's unique needs and cultural background.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR treatment resolves symptoms from traumatic memories using bilateral stimulation techniques. Certified practitioners guide clients through eight-phase processing to reduce distress while enhancing self-esteem. This modality effectively treats PTSD, abuse recovery, and anxiety disorders while maintaining client control throughout the therapeutic process.
LGBTQI Counseling
Specialized mental health support for LGBTQI individuals and families addresses identity exploration, coming-out processes, and discrimination-related stress. Therapists with WPATH certification provide gender-affirming care while addressing relationship challenges and systemic barriers faced by queer communities through a social justice lens.
Couples Therapy
Evidence-based relationship therapy improves communication patterns and conflict resolution skills for diverse partnerships. Our approach addresses intimacy issues, pre-marital preparation, and separation planning while emphasizing conscious relationship development through strengths-based interventions tailored to each couple's unique dynamics.
Mindfulness Counseling
Integrative mindfulness programs combine meditation training with clinical techniques to enhance emotional regulation. Clients learn grounding exercises, visualization practices, and somatic awareness to manage stress while cultivating present-moment consciousness that supports overall mental wellness and personal development goals.
People
Jennifer Perkins
Principal Therapist & Director
U.S. board-certified psychotherapist with 15+ years clinical experience specializing in trauma recovery and relationship therapy. Holds B.S. and M.S. in Counseling, ACA-Level 4 certification, and EMDRIA membership. Combines scientific research background with holistic wellness approaches to mental health treatment.
Questions
What therapy modalities do you specialize in?
We specialize in EMDR, IFS, CBT, narrative therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches for trauma recovery, relationship counseling, and personal growth.
Do you offer telehealth sessions?
Yes, we provide HIPAA-compliant telehealth services for clients in California, USA and New South Wales, Australia with stable internet connections.
How do you support LGBTQI clients?
Our WPATH-certified therapists offer gender-affirming care, coming-out support, and relationship counseling tailored to LGBTQI individuals and families.
What are your session fees?
Please contact us directly for current fee information and payment options available for our psychotherapy services.
Can you help with trauma recovery?
Yes, our trauma-informed therapists use EMDR and somatic techniques to address PTSD symptoms from abuse, accidents, and other traumatic experiences.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50-60 minutes with flexible scheduling options available for telehealth and in-person appointments.
