Business Details
Sydney Psychotherapist for Trauma & Relationship Therapy
As a registered psychotherapist with over two decades of clinical experience, I specialise in providing psychodynamic therapy tailored to individual needs. My practice is grounded in rigorous academic training, including a PhD in Psychotherapy and advanced diplomas in adult psychotherapy and counselling. I work with clients to address trauma, relationship challenges, and emotional distress through a collaborative, client-centred approach. My therapeutic process focuses on building self-awareness and resilience, drawing on evidence-based models such as the Conversational Model and Relational Psychotherapy.With a commitment to ongoing professional development, I integrate insights from neuroscience and trauma research to support lasting personal growth. Sessions are conducted online, ensuring accessibility for clients seeking support for anxiety, depression, or life transitions. My work extends to mentoring writers and facilitating workshops on autobiographical writing, reflecting my interdisciplinary background in literature and psychotherapy.
Services
Psychodynamic Therapy
Couples Counselling
Trauma Therapy
Online Therapy
Writing Mentorship
Highlights and features
- PhD in Psychotherapy with advanced clinical training
- ANZAP registered psychotherapist with 20+ years experience
- Specialises in trauma recovery and relational therapy
- Offers evidence-based online therapy sessions
- Mentors writers undertaking therapeutic or academic writing
Associations and certifications
- Australian Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (ARCAP)
- Australia and New Zealand Association of Psychotherapy (ANZAP)
- International Association for Psychoanalytic Self Psychology (IAPSP)
- International Association for Relational Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy (IARPP)
- Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA)
Services
Psychodynamic Therapy
Individual psychodynamic therapy addressing emotional pain, trauma, and relationship challenges. Utilises conversational and relational models to explore unconscious patterns and foster self-awareness. Sessions focus on building resilience and transforming traumatic experiences through a supportive therapeutic relationship.
Couples Counselling
Online counselling for couples to resolve interpersonal conflicts and trauma-related relationship issues. Addresses patterns of communication, past trauma transfer, and fosters mutual understanding. Sessions promote healthy boundaries while maintaining confidentiality among all participants.
Trauma Therapy
Specialised treatment for trauma resulting from major events or repeated distressing experiences. Combines psychodynamic approaches with neuroscience insights to process traumatic memories and reduce their ongoing impact on daily life and relationships.
Online Therapy
Secure online therapy accessible from any location. Provides flexibility for clients seeking psychodynamic therapy, trauma recovery, or relationship counselling without geographical constraints. Maintains the same therapeutic depth as in-person sessions.
Writing Mentorship
Support for writers exploring personal narratives or academic work through a psychotherapeutic lens. Focuses on integrating life experiences with creative expression, including workshops on autobiographical writing and trauma-informed storytelling.
People
Colette Rayment
Psychotherapist
PhD-qualified psychotherapist with 20+ years in trauma recovery and relational therapy. ANZAP training member, published author on metaphor in psychotherapy, and mentor for therapeutic writing. Specialises in online psychodynamic therapy for individuals and couples.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I integrate psychodynamic, relational, and conversational models with trauma-informed care. Techniques include exploring attachment patterns, memory processing, and metaphor-based therapy to address emotional distress.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, all sessions are conducted securely online to accommodate clients' accessibility needs while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness and confidentiality.
Can you help with relationship issues?
I provide couples counselling focusing on resolving past trauma impacts, improving communication, and establishing healthy boundaries within relationships.
What qualifications do you hold?
I have a PhD in Psychotherapy, ANZAP registration, and advanced diplomas in adult psychotherapy and counselling from Australian institutions.
Do you work with writers?
Yes, I mentor writers exploring therapeutic themes, including autobiographical writing and trauma narratives, combining psychotherapy with literary analysis.
