Trauma Therapy in Coffs Harbour & Online
Reprocessing Memories with IRRT
As a Clinical Psychologist, I am dedicated to help you heal from trauma to live fully again.
I'll guide you on this journey using the gentle imagery tool, IRRT, so that you can process safely and start feeling better again.
Samantha Duroska, Clinical Psychologist and Trauma Therapist
Trauma, PTSD & C-PTSD
Over the years, my focus has been on supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, whether from a single event or from ongoing and repeated experiences, such as childhood trauma.
I work with individuals aged 18 or over who are committed to improving their mental health and overall well-being.
How Trauma May Be Affecting You
Common ways this experience may be impacting your life include:
Low Self-Worth & Confidence
Persistent Self-Doubt
Anxiety and feeling On Edge (Hyperarousal)
Intrusive Symptoms such as Nightmares and Flashbacks
Relationship Difficulties
Low Mood and reduced life satisfaction
(Curious about whether trauma could be affecting you? Read more about common trauma symptoms here.)
Traumatic Experiences I Help You Process
In our work together, we discuss and process many types of traumatic experiences. Trauma is defined by the impact the event has on the individual, not the event itself.
Below are common traumatic events that clients bring to my practice:
Developmental & Relational Trauma:
Emotional, physical, or sexual abuse,
neglect and childhood trauma,
difficult or abusive family dynamics.
Acute Single-Incident Trauma:
Motor vehicle accidents,
sudden loss or bereavement,
natural disasters (such as fires or floods),
and assaults or attacks.
Interpersonal Violence:
Witnessing violence,
experiencing domestic violence,
or being the victim of a robbery or sexual assault.
Moving Beyond Talk: Gentle & Effective Processing
While talking about your experiences is an important first step, you may find that simply rationalising or trying to think your way through emotional pain leaves you feeling stuck. Real change happens when we allow ourselves to feel and process those experiences fully.
I am dedicated to making our sessions more than just talk. I work hard to implement powerful experiential techniques that allow you to connect with the emotional reality of your past in a safe and controlled way.
Whenever appropriate, I will invite you to try another approach, one focused on feeling rather than intellectualising.
The most effective tool I’ve found is IRRT (Imagery Rescripting and Reprocessing Therapy). It’s a gentle, guided imagery tool designed to help your brain safely process difficult memories and emotions, allowing you to start feeling safe, secure and better again.
Interested to learn more? Feel free to read more about my approach to Trauma Therapy with IRRT and how I integrate it with Inner Child Work.
How Often Should We Meet?
For therapy to be most effective, starting with at least fortnightly sessions is generally recommended, as consistency is vital for change. We can explore a weekly or fortnightly rhythm that fits your life.
Therapy Intensives
If your schedule is tight and you're seeking a focused, accelerated approach, I offer intensive therapy sessions. These are personalised, concentrated blocks of time designed for deep emotional processing. We can explore a custom intensive schedule that works best for your needs and availability.