Sarah McGregor
psychologist and social worker
psychotherapist
BSocSci BSW Grad Dip Psychology Grad Cert Dance Therapy
MAPS, AAPI, MAASW, DTAA (Prov DMT), EMDRAA
Find creative pathways to recovery
Nurture your resilience
For more than 30 years, I have worked in community and specialist trauma services, supporting adults, children, young people, and families who have experienced trauma. My areas of expertise include sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse, family violence, dissociation, and the impacts of complex trauma.
I provide individual counselling, clinical supervision, and EMDR consultation for therapists and other helping professionals. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based, trauma-informed practice. I am committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment where people feel supported to explore their experiences, strengthen their resilience, and move towards healing and recovery. I warmly welcome people of all backgrounds, including those from gender-diverse, transgender, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
I am a Psychologist, Social Worker, and EMDR Consultant with extensive experience in trauma therapy. Alongside my psychology and social work qualifications, I hold a Graduate Certificate in Dance Therapy and have undertaken advanced training in somatic approaches to trauma treatment.
My professional development has included extensive training in Somatic Trauma Therapy with internationally recogniSed trauma specialist Babette Rothschild. I also assisted in the review of her book The Body Remembers, Volume 2 (2017), reflecting my ongoing commitment to contemporary trauma theory and practice.
I am a registered provider with the Financial Assistance Scheme, WorkSafe, the Transport Accident Commission (TAC), Medicare, and most private health funds. I also provide services for NDIS participants who are self-managed or plan-managed.
Appointments are available in person and via telehealth.
Welcome
My Approach to counselling
Central to my work is a belief that each person has their own resources that serve as foundations for recovery.
The core principles of trauma informed care form the foundation of my approach. The principles include; safety, trustworthiness, choice, collaboration, empowerment and respect for diversity.
I have a particular interest in the role of body awareness throughout the therapeutic process. My role is to support clients in identifying, strengthening and adding to resources. Facilitating a collaborative journey towards a healthy and full life.
My areas of expertise
I have worked extensively with clients experiencing concerns with:
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Bullying
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Anxiety
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Childhood Sexual Abuse
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Exposure to CSAM
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Impact of technology-facilitated sexual violence and abuse (TSVA)
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Depression
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Eating Disorders
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Institutional abuse
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
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Relationship Issues
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Sexuality and Gender Diversity
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Sexual Assault / Sexual Violence
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Family Violence
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Trauma
My Therapeutic approach
I incorporate a diverse range of therapeutic approaches. In particular, I draw from Somatic Trauma Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy),Mindfulness meditation and Dance Therapy.
I tailor my approach to the needs and preferences of each individual. I provide short term therapy and longer term psychotherapy for those who require ongoing care.
How it works
Following initial contact via, phone call, text or email an appointment time is made. In the first session I'll ask some questions about your presenting issue and we may explore some of your history. This allows me a chance to gather a picture of how you fit in the world and to further understand your initial concern. It also gives you an opportunity to experience my style and to ask any questions you may have.
A subsequent session may be made and we will begin to explore your values and specific goals for counselling. The number of sessions will depend on your presenting issue and the goals we establish. We will regularly review the process.
My Rates
I offer affordable rates. Private Health Care and Medicare Rebates are available. Medicare rebates are subject to a mental health care plan assessment and referral from a medical practitioner.
Please contact me for an obligation-free discussion or
to book an appointment
