Veerle

Ms Veerle van Weelden

Registered Clinical Counselor

“I believe in the capacity of each person to attune to the different parts of themselves and, with the right support, heal their pain and find greater wellbeing.”

About Me

I am a registered clinical counselor and somatic psychotherapist based in Brookvale, NSW, Australia. I can support you to process emotional pain, difficult experiences and trauma, addiction and unlhealthy coping, relationship problems and grief through individual counselling, somatic psychotherapy and brainspotting.

Approach

My integrative, warm and compassionate approach provides a safe, non-judgmental space where we tailor our work together to your unique needs. If you feel stuck in anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, or if you battle with addiction, you are not alone; and there is something you can do to start feeling better. Integrative psychotherapy and trauma-informed clinical counselling can help you get unstuck and heal painful dynamics within yourself and your relationships. I believe in the ability of each client to attune and connect with the different parts of their self, heal past trauma, and find balance and wellbeing.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

I specialise in trauma-informed clinical counselling and psychotherapy modalities such as Somatic therapy and Brainspotting.

Services Offered:

  • Brainspotting

    A therapy that uses fixed eye positions to access and process unresolved trauma stored in the brain and body.

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  • Trauma Counseling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Psychology

    The scientific study and clinical practice of understanding the mind, emotions, and behaviour, applied to promote healthier functioning.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Somatic Psychotherapy

    A form of therapy focused on the connection between mind and body, using body awareness and movement to release held tension, trauma, and emotion.

Works With:

  • Adults

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • PTSD

    Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.

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  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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  • ADHD

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Anger

    An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.

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Professional Title:

  • Registered Clinical Counselor

    A counselor registered to provide clinical counselling services in their jurisdiction.

Credentials

Registrations

Psychotherapy and Counseling Federation of Australia (PACFA)

Psychotherapist

Qualifications

Australian College of Applied Psychology

Brainspotting Australia Pacific

Integral Somatic Psychology (ISP)

Arizona Trauma Institute

Somatic Experiencing Australia

Service Areas

Van Weelden Therapy

In-person & Online

Brookvale

Sydney, New South Wales

Australia