Our Therapies at The Capability Psychology & Wellness

Rather than trying to eliminate uncomfortable feelings, ACT encourages acceptance — learning to make room for discomfort while committing to actions that align with your deepest values. It combines mindfulness techniques with behaviour change strategies to help you move toward what truly matters.

ACT is particularly helpful for people experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic stress, perfectionism, and trauma. It helps you recognise that while pain is a natural part of being human, suffering can be reduced when we learn to change our relationship with our thoughts and emotions.

At The Capability Psychology & Wellness, we often integrate ACT principles into our counselling sessions to help clients build emotional flexibility and resilience in daily life.
Learn more about ACT’s evidence base through the Australian Psychological Society (APS).

Through CBT, clients learn to identify unhelpful thinking patterns (like “I’m not good enough” or “I can’t cope”) and replace them with more balanced, realistic perspectives. Over time, this shift in thinking promotes healthier coping mechanisms, better mood regulation, and improved self-esteem.

CBT is proven effective for a wide range of conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, phobias, OCD, and sleep problems. It’s a structured, goal-oriented approach — ideal for those who want practical strategies they can apply day-to-day.

Our psychologists in South Brisbane use CBT techniques to help clients develop lifelong skills in self-awareness, emotional regulation, and problem-solving.

Relationships naturally face challenges — from communication breakdowns and conflict to intimacy issues and life transitions. Our therapists help couples uncover underlying patterns that contribute to disconnection and guide them toward understanding, empathy, and renewed partnership.

At The Capability Psychology & Wellness, our approach draws from evidence-based frameworks such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and Gottman Method techniques. Whether you’re rebuilding after a conflict, navigating parenting challenges, or simply want to strengthen your bond, counselling can help foster a healthier, more fulfilling relationship.

Discover more about Couples Counselling in Brisbane and how our team supports meaningful change.

During EMDR sessions, clients recall distressing memories while engaging in bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements or tapping), which helps the brain reprocess traumatic experiences. Over time, the emotional intensity of those memories reduces, allowing for healing and emotional regulation.

At The Capability Psychology & Wellness, Ian Macdonald, one of our experienced psychologists, offers EMDR for clients seeking trauma recovery and emotional relief. EMDR is especially effective for those who have experienced accidents, loss, abuse, or chronic stress.

You can learn more about EMDR through the EMDR International Association.

Our psychologists work collaboratively with families to explore dynamics, improve understanding, and resolve conflicts in a supportive environment. The goal is to foster connection and emotional safety so that each member feels heard and valued.

Family therapy can help with issues such as parent–child conflict, sibling rivalry, blended family challenges, and emotional distance. It’s also a great option when family members are adjusting to life transitions like divorce, relocation, or grief.

Learn how we support family wellbeing through our Family Therapy services.

Practicing mindfulness can reduce anxiety, lower stress, and improve emotional balance. It also enhances self-awareness and helps individuals respond more calmly to life’s challenges.

At The Capability Psychology & Wellness, our therapists often integrate mindfulness into other approaches like ACT, CBT, and trauma therapy. Clients learn guided breathing techniques, grounding exercises, and mindful self-compassion — tools that can be used both in and out of sessions.For more information, you can read about mindfulness research at Mindful.org.
Ready to explore mindfulness with a trained psychologist? Book a session with our team today.

Whether you’re managing a busy schedule, living remotely, or simply prefer online sessions, our secure video consultations are designed to offer the same level of care and confidentiality as in-person therapy.

We use evidence-based approaches tailored to your needs — whether it’s CBT for anxiety, EMDR for trauma, or couples counselling for relationship support.

Learn how you can begin your Online Therapy journey in Brisbane and connect with our therapists wherever you are.

These schemas often shape how we think, feel, and relate to others. By identifying and healing them, Schema Therapy helps break unhelpful cycles of self-criticism, perfectionism, or fear of rejection.

This approach is particularly effective for childhood trauma, personality patterns, and relationship difficulties. Through compassionate dialogue and experiential exercises, clients develop healthier coping modes and self-understanding.

Our psychologists incorporate Schema Therapy in both individual and couples work to promote deep emotional healing and lasting change.

DBT-informed therapy combines cognitive-behavioural techniques with mindfulness and emotional regulation skills. Clients learn to balance acceptance and change — a key aspect in reducing distress and improving interpersonal effectiveness.

It is particularly useful for those experiencing emotional dysregulation, impulsivity, or interpersonal conflict. At The Capability Psychology & Wellness, our therapists integrate DBT principles in a compassionate, individualised way to help clients thrive.

Our trauma-informed psychologists use evidence-based methods such as EMDR, ACT, and Mindfulness-Based Therapy to help clients heal from the effects of trauma — whether from childhood, relationships, or specific events.

We believe recovery involves not only understanding the trauma but also strengthening resilience and reconnecting with meaning in life.
Explore more about trauma recovery through our team’s specialised services.

Instead of focusing on what’s not working, clients are guided to identify existing resources and build on what’s already effective. This approach is empowering, practical, and ideal for those seeking results in a shorter timeframe.

SFT can be particularly helpful for career stress, decision-making, performance challenges, or motivation. Our psychologists integrate this framework to help clients create tangible, positive change quickly and sustainably.

By exploring how societal and personal narratives shape identity, clients can begin to see themselves as capable of change and growth.At The Capability Psychology & Wellness, we use Narrative Therapy to help clients separate themselves from their problems, gain clarity, and create empowering new perspectives. It’s particularly effective for self-esteem, trauma recovery, and identity work.

This approach explores the impact of early caregiver relationships on current patterns of trust, intimacy, and connection. It is especially beneficial for those struggling with relationship issues, fear of abandonment, or difficulties with closeness.

Through a safe and nurturing therapeutic relationship, clients can build healthier attachment styles and develop deeper, more secure connections in their personal lives.
Learn more about our therapists’ approach to attachment and emotional healing.