Comprehensive Trauma Therapy Services in Brookvale

Wendy Corliss provides specialised trauma therapy services for those in Brookvale, delivering evidence-based treatments for individuals experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex grief and the effects of abuse. Drawing from more than two decades of clinical experience, she integrates psychodynamic psychotherapy, somatic therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) to address trauma-related challenges effectively.

Conditions We Address

Clients in Brookvale seeking support for PTSD often experience symptoms including flashbacks, nightmares and intense anxiety. Through professional intervention, they learn to manage these distressing manifestations while developing a renewed sense of safety and stability.

People struggling with complex grief often find themselves caught in prolonged feelings of loss that disrupt daily life. Our therapeutic approach helps process these emotions, supporting adjustment and healing.

For survivors of domestic violence and abuse—whether physical, emotional or psychological—our practice provides a secure environment to work through experiences and begin recovery.

Benefits of Professional Trauma Treatment

Structured trauma therapy yields significant improvements in psychological well-being and daily functioning:

• Enhanced emotional regulation capabilities
• Decreased anxiety and stress responses
• Improved relationship dynamics
• Development of resilient coping strategies
• Heightened self-awareness
• Strengthened stress management abilities

About Wendy Corliss

As a dedicated trauma specialist helping those in Brookvale, Wendy’s practice builds upon evidence-based therapeutic principles. Her expertise encompasses:

• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Complex and developmental trauma
• Domestic violence recovery
• Grief and loss
• Anxiety and depression management
• Recovery from emotional and psychological abuse

Her professional approach combines clinical excellence with a genuine commitment to client well-being.

Professional Treatment Framework

Treatment at our practice near Brookvale follows a structured methodology supporting sustained recovery. 

1. We begin with detailed assessment and safety planning, evaluating current challenges and implementing immediate stabilisation techniques where needed.
2. The therapeutic intervention phase incorporates trauma processing techniques and somatic awareness practices. This work centres on developing emotional regulation strategies and enhancing interpersonal effectiveness.
3. During skills development, clients learn practical anxiety management techniques and boundary-setting practices. This phase emphasises increasing emotional awareness and regulation alongside stress response management.
4. The integration stage focuses on establishing sustainable coping mechanisms and implementing relapse prevention strategies. We work to strengthen support systems, ensuring continued well-being beyond the therapeutic environment.