Business Details
Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy Services Gold Coast
Shirley Hicks, founded by Shirley Hicks, is a Gold Coast-based practice specialising in trauma-informed psychotherapy and nervous system regulation. With over three decades of experience in mental health, we integrate somatic psychotherapy, yoga-informed movement, and mindfulness practices to help clients navigate stress, anxiety, and trauma recovery. Our approach prioritises safety, collaboration, and empowerment through Trauma Informed Care principles, including the Window of Tolerance model.We offer individual therapy, online counselling sessions, and professional development workshops for allied health practitioners. Our work supports clients in building self-compassion, improving relationships, and developing sustainable coping strategies tailored to their unique needs.
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Online Counselling
Trauma Recovery
Nervous System Regulation
Professional Supervision
Workshops for Practitioners
Highlights and features
- We offer trauma-informed care based on 30 years of mental health experience
- Our practice integrates somatic psychotherapy and nervous system regulation techniques
- We provide both client-focused therapy and professional development training
- Our approach prioritises safety, trustworthiness and empowerment principles
- We offer flexible online therapy sessions with trauma-informed expertise
What people say
Life-changing sessions
Safe and trustworthy environment
Fresh perspective
Stress reduction
Improved relationships
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Tailored therapy sessions addressing anxiety, trauma recovery, and stress management. Using trauma-informed care principles, we help clients develop self-compassion and coping strategies. Sessions focus on nervous system regulation and improving interpersonal relationships through somatic psychotherapy techniques.
Online Counselling
Remote therapy sessions accessible Australia-wide. These sessions maintain the same trauma-informed approach as in-person meetings, using secure video platforms to address anxiety, recent life changes, or ongoing mental health challenges while ensuring client comfort and confidentiality.
Trauma Recovery
Specialised treatment for PTSD and complex trauma using somatic psychotherapy. Our approach incorporates the Window of Tolerance model to help clients regulate their nervous system responses and develop sustainable recovery strategies through body-based interventions.
Professional Supervision
Support for mental health practitioners through supervision sessions that enhance trauma-informed practice. Focuses on developing embodied presence, self-care strategies, and practical techniques for working with trauma clients using the K.I.N.D.N.E.S.S. model.
Workshops for Practitioners
Three-day professional development workshops covering trauma-informed frameworks and somatic interventions. Includes training on the Window of Tolerance, Polyvagal Theory, and yoga-informed practices for mental health professionals seeking to enhance their clinical skills in trauma recovery.
People
Shirley Hicks
Somatic Psychotherapist & Educator
With 30 years in mental health, Shirley integrates somatic psychotherapy and trauma-informed care. Founder of Trauma Sensitive Yoga Australia, she specialises in nervous system regulation and delivers professional training workshops for allied health practitioners across Australia.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
We use trauma-informed care, somatic psychotherapy, and mindfulness practices. Our approach incorporates the Window of Tolerance model and yoga-informed movement to address nervous system regulation needs.
Are online sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure online therapy sessions Australia-wide using encrypted video platforms while maintaining the same trauma-informed approach as in-person consultations.
What professional training do you offer?
We provide three-day workshops covering trauma-informed frameworks, Polyvagal Theory, and somatic interventions for mental health professionals seeking to enhance their clinical skills in trauma recovery.
How do you support nervous system regulation?
We teach clients to recognise early warning signs of nervous system distress using the Window of Tolerance model, then apply body-based techniques to restore emotional balance and safety.
What mental health issues do you address?
We specialise in anxiety, trauma recovery (including PTSD), stress management, and relationship challenges using evidence-based somatic psychotherapy techniques tailored to individual needs.
How can I book an appointment?
Contact us via phone at 0419 800412 or email to schedule a consultation. We'll discuss your needs and arrange suitable session times for in-person or online therapy.
