Somatic & Holistic Counselling for Trauma Healing
As a somatic trauma therapist and counsellor in Taree and the Manning Valley, I support adults healing from childhood trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, and nervous system dysregulation — through Somatic Experiencing®.
I work with adults who are carrying more than they can make sense of — people who've tried talking about it, but something still feels stuck. Maybe you're exhausted in a way that sleep doesn't fix. Maybe you're always on edge, or you've gone numb and don't know why. Maybe talk therapy helped a little, but didn't reach the deeper layer. Maybe you're a highly sensitive person who feels everything deeply and has spent a lifetime being told you're too much. If your body is stuck in survival mode — nervous system dysregulation, chronic tension, or shutdown — nervous system healing is where we start.
I offer somatic trauma counselling and Somatic Experiencing® (SE®) to people dealing with:
Childhood trauma, developmental trauma, attachment trauma, and complex trauma (C-PTSD)
PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss
People pleasing, fawn response, and difficulty setting boundaries
Chronic stress, burnout, emotional dysregulation
Hypervigilance, freeze responses, dissociation
Chronic pain, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, and chronic illness linked to trauma
I'm based in Taree NSW and see clients in person as a counsellor across the Manning Valley and Mid North Coast — Wingham, Tinonee, Krambach, Coopernook, Cundletown, Lansdowne, Gloucester, Nabiac, Hallidays Point, Pacific Palms, Forster, Tuncurry, Old Bar, Harrington, and surrounding areas.
ACA registered counsellor — Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner (SEP) — NDIS welcome — EAP provider.
Who I work with
My approach
A Deeply Attuned Approach to Healing
Healing unfolds naturally when there is space to slow down, tune in to inner experiences, and gently process what has been held in the body. My counselling approach is holistic and somatic, supporting individuals in navigating trauma, regulating the nervous system, and restoring a deep sense of safety and wholeness.
At the heart of this work is Somatic Experiencing® (SE™), a body-based therapy and approach that helps release trauma stored in the nervous system. Trauma is not just what happened—it is how the body has adapted to overwhelming experiences. When this energy remains stuck, it shapes emotions, relationships, and self-perception. By working with the body's innate wisdom, SE™ fosters resilience, integration, and a deeper connection to self.
Each session is an opportunity to be met with presence and care, honoring the whole person. In this compassionate, non-judgmental space, healing becomes an organic process, leading to greater clarity, strength, and transformation.
“Trauma doesn’t have to rule our lives forever. We can reconnect with our power, and in doing so, we reclaim our ability to thrive.” Peter A. Levine
My services
Individual Counselling
I offer personalized counselling for adults, integrating Somatic Experiencing®. Each session is tailored to your needs, providing a safe space for healing and growth.
NDIS Support
I provide tailored trauma and mental health support for NDIS participants, working exclusively with adults. My approach centers on each participant’s unique needs, goals, and hopes for the future.
Specialised Trauma Support
I focus on trauma renegotiation, using Somatic Experiencing® and body-based practices to release tension and restore nervous system balance for holistic healing.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Support
I offer confidential EAP counselling to support employees with personal and work challenges, helping manage stress, improve balance, and find practical solutions for well-being.
In-Person Counselling
Visit me at Intalink Therapies in Taree, where I offer a welcoming space for face-to-face counselling.
Intalink Therapies
5 Macquarie St, Taree NSW 2430
Phone: (02) 6551 0771
Online Counselling
I offer telehealth counselling via secure online Zoom sessions, bringing the therapy space to you, no matter where you are.
About Me
I have always loved stories. As a child, fairytales and audio stories transported me to magical worlds, offering an escape from a reality that often felt lonely. I was a sensitive child, but I didn’t understand what that meant, and no one explained it to me. Life unfolded day by day without guidance, without the lessons that might have helped me make sense of myself and the world. I was left to piece things together on my own, often learning painful truths through my peers—immature minds teaching immature minds. This hardly ever goes well.
In my teenage years, I became hungry for knowledge, not just about the world I could see but also about the unseen—the quiet truths beneath the surface, the unspoken tensions that lingered in spaces, the things swept under the rug. My sensitivity made me attuned to these hidden layers of reality, but without guidance, it often felt overwhelming and I did not know what to do with it.
Everything changed when I took my life into my own hands.….
What clients say
“Working with my Somatic Experiencing therapist Beate has truly changed my life for the better. Before therapy, I often felt stressed, overwhelmed, and disconnected from myself. Through our sessions, I’ve become much calmer, more grounded, and better able to handle everyday challenges.
I leave every session feeling lighter, more relaxed, and more connected to myself. Her warm, compassionate, and professional approach made me feel safe and supported throughout the entire process. I’m incredibly grateful for the positive impact this therapy has had on my life and can wholeheartedly recommend her.”
“I would highly recommend Beate to anybody who needs some help. I feel with her nature, respect and manner she offers, you would not be disappointed.”
“I got back my courage to be me. It was the greatest experience I have received.”
Ready to take the first step?
You don't have to have it all figured out to reach out. A short conversation is enough to start.