Trauma & PTSD Therapy

Trauma can affect the way you think, feel, relate to others, and experience safety in the world. It may show up as anxiety, hypervigilance, emotional overwhelm, numbness, difficulty relaxing, or a sense of disconnection from yourself or others. When these experiences begin to impact daily life, trauma-informed therapy can help you better understand your responses, process difficult experiences safely, and move toward greater stability, clarity, and self-connection.

Lumaura Psychology provides trauma and PTSD therapy for adults in Brisbane, including clients in Kenmore, Indooroopilly, Chapel Hill, Fig Tree Pocket, Brookfield, Bardon, Taringa, and Toowong. Sessions are offered via secure Telehealth, providing flexible, private, and accessible support from the comfort of your own home.

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Trauma & PTSD

How We Support
Trauma & PTSD

Our approach is gentle, collaborative, and grounded in the science of how trauma affects the brain and body. Your treatment plan is tailored to your goals, preferences, and readiness.

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Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing

EMDR

A well-researched, evidence-based treatment that supports the processing of distressing memories and traumatic experiences.

For trauma, stuck memories
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Internal Family Systems

IFS

A compassionate therapeutic model that explores the different “parts” of yourself and helps you develop a healthier internal relationship.

Understanding inner patterns
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Acceptance & Commitment Therapy

ACT

Practical skills to manage difficult thoughts and emotions while building a life guided by your values.

Practical, values-based
Is this for me?

Is Trauma Therapy Right for You?

Trauma-informed therapy may help if you're experiencing intrusive memories, heightened alertness, avoidance, or emotional numbness. You might also notice sleep difficulties, strong emotions, or negative self-beliefs linked to past experiences. You don't need a PTSD diagnosis — if trauma is affecting your wellbeing, therapy offers a safe, supportive space to process and move forward.

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Your sessions

What to Expect in Your Sessions

In your sessions, you can expect a warm, non-judgmental space to explore your experiences with a psychologist who works collaboratively and transparently. You'll receive clear explanations of each therapeutic approach, along with practical tools and strategies you can use between sessions. Every session is paced with care to prioritise your emotional safety and comfort. Over time, the focus is on helping you build resilience, deepen self-awareness, and develop a stronger sense of internal stability.

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Your psychologist

Meet Mike Spiller

Mike Spiller is a registered psychologist with experience supporting adults through anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, and significant life challenges across both public and private settings in Queensland and New Zealand.

His approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and evidence-based, drawing on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and CBT. Therapy is tailored to each person's individual experiences, relational patterns, and goals.

Mike works from a place of warmth, curiosity, and genuine care, creating a supportive space where clients can explore their experiences with greater self-understanding and emotional clarity.

Sessions are available in person in Toowong, Brisbane, or online via secure Telehealth for clients throughout Australia.

Mike Spiller, Registered Psychologist at Lumaura Psychology

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Book a free 15-min introductory call

A brief conversation to explore whether therapy feels like the right fit for you. Many people appreciate the opportunity to speak with a psychologist before deciding whether to begin therapy.

During this call, you may wish to:

  • Briefly share what has been happening for you
  • Ask questions about the therapy process
  • Learn more about the approaches used (including IFS, EMDR, and trauma-informed therapies)
  • Explore whether the style and approach feel supportive and aligned with your needs

Please note: This is a short introductory conversation rather than a therapy session. Clinical assessment, therapeutic intervention, or personalised advice cannot be provided during this call.

There is no pressure or obligation to book ongoing therapy following the call.

If it feels like a good fit, we can then arrange a full appointment.

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