Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Woollahra
With nearly three decades of experience in psychotherapy, I specialise in Relational Transactional Analysis and Somatic Experiencing, offering tailored therapeutic solutions for individuals, couples, and groups. My practice integrates psychodynamic theory with body-oriented trauma resolution, addressing anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, and self-esteem challenges. Holding advanced qualifications from institutions like Middlesex University and the Somatic Experiencing Institute, I combine clinical expertise with ethical professionalism to facilitate structural change and symptom relief.As a registered member of PACFA, ITAA, and Somatic Experiencing International, I maintain rigorous standards of practice while offering complementary NeurOptimal neurofeedback to enhance nervous system regulation. My approach prioritises safety, self-discovery, and sustainable personal growth through both in-person sessions and structured therapeutic courses.
Services
Psychotherapy
NeurOptimal Neurofeedback
Migraine Therapy Course
Connected Parenting Course
Chakra Energy Workshops
Trauma Recovery
Couple Therapy
Addiction Support
Grief Counselling
Self-Esteem Development
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of specialised psychotherapy experience with trauma and relationship dynamics
- Our practice integrates Somatic Experiencing with Transactional Analysis for holistic treatment
- We provide complementary NeurOptimal neurofeedback for nervous system regulation
- Our therapist holds advanced qualifications from Middlesex University and Somatic Experiencing Institute
- We maintain professional standards through PACFA and ITAA registrations
Services
Psychotherapy
Specialised mental health treatment addressing anxiety, depression, and trauma through Relational Transactional Analysis and Somatic Experiencing techniques. This therapy helps clients restructure self-perception, improve relationships, and resolve unconscious patterns. Sessions focus on nervous system regulation and psychodynamic exploration for lasting structural change.
NeurOptimal Neurofeedback
Non-invasive neurofeedback system enhancing self-regulation for stress, anxiety, and trauma recovery. Sensors monitor brain activity while providing auditory feedback to optimise neural pathways. This complementary therapy improves sleep, emotional stability, and cognitive function without requiring diagnosis or medication.
Migraine Therapy Course
10-week program exploring stress-disease connections using Gabor Mate's research framework. Participants learn to identify psychosomatic triggers and develop self-regulation techniques. Combines psychoeducation with somatic practices to reduce migraine frequency and intensity through mind-body integration.
Connected Parenting Course
Experiential parenting program addressing behavioural challenges and intergenerational patterns. Focuses on developing self-awareness and responsive parenting strategies. Helps parents navigate identity shifts while fostering healthy child development through somatic and relational frameworks.
Awaken your Inner Temple Course
9-week chakra-based program combining ancient wisdom with modern somatic practices. Participants explore energy centres for self-healing, shadow work, and personal empowerment. Designed to enhance body awareness and facilitate spiritual growth through structured experiential learning.
People
Jo Schaeffer
Somatic Psychotherapist
Certified Transactional Analyst with 30 years' experience in psychotherapy and somatic trauma resolution. Holds MSc in Transactional Analysis from Middlesex University and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner certification. Specialises in nervous system regulation and relationship dynamics.
Questions
What psychotherapy approaches do you use?
I combine Relational Transactional Analysis with Somatic Experiencing techniques to address psychodynamic patterns and nervous system regulation.
How does NeurOptimal neurofeedback work?
Sensors monitor brain activity 256 times per second, providing auditory feedback to help your brain self-optimize neural pathways.
What courses do you offer?
We provide Migraine Therapy, Connected Parenting, and Awaken Your Inner Temple programs with structured somatic learning frameworks.
Do you work with couples?
Yes, couple therapy sessions address relationship dynamics, communication challenges, and intimacy issues using integrative techniques.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, sessions are available Monday-Friday from 6-9pm alongside morning appointments.
Can I rent NeurOptimal equipment?
Yes, home rental systems are available for regular neurofeedback practice in personal environments.
