First responder trauma support in Geelong

Dedicated psychological support for first responders in Drysdale, Geelong and Australia-wide via telehealth

First responders regularly face high-pressure, unpredictable and potentially traumatic situations as part of their work. Over time, repeated exposure to critical incidents can impact emotional well-being, relationships and overall functioning. At Happy Minds Psychology, we provide specialised first responder trauma support tailored to the unique demands of emergency service roles offering a safe, understanding, and confidential space to process these experiences.

Working with an experienced first responder psychologist provides a confidential and understanding space to process difficult experiences. We recognise the culture, expectations, and pressures of emergency services, and provide respectful, evidence-based care to support recovery, resilience, and ongoing wellbeing.

Understanding trauma in emergency services roles

Police, paramedics, firefighters, defence personnel and other frontline workers may experience both single-incident trauma and cumulative stress exposure. This can lead to symptoms such as hypervigilance, sleep disturbance, irritability, emotional numbing or intrusive memories.

Our emergency services trauma counselling and structured PTSD support helps first responders work through traumatic experiences in a safe, measured, and manageable way. Therapy is paced carefully, assisting emotional stability with practical coping strategies to support resilience and long-term wellbeing.

Emergency services trauma counselling in Geelong

In addition to direct trauma exposure, many first responders experience ongoing emotional strain from repeated exposure to distressing events. Vicarious trauma support addresses the impact of witnessing trauma and suffering over time, which can gradually affect worldview, relationships and mental health.

Our first responder trauma support services focus on restoring emotional balance, strengthening coping skills and supporting long-term well-being both professionally and personally.

First responder trauma support available via telehealth

For those unable to attend in person, telehealth sessions provide flexible and confidential first responder trauma support across Australia. Online appointments allow you to work with a first responder psychologist from a private setting, reducing travel and scheduling barriers while maintaining structured therapeutic care.

Telehealth also ensures continuity of emergency services trauma counselling, particularly for shift workers or those located outside the Geelong region.

If you are seeking professional first responder trauma support in Geelong or via telehealth, Happy Minds Psychology is here to help. We also offer services including leadership coaching and support for the LGBTQI+ community, recognising the diverse experiences and identities within emergency services roles.

Contact Happy Minds Psychology today to book a confidential appointment and access specialised support tailored to the demands of first responder roles.

Telehealth and online appointments

Flexible and confidential trauma support for first responders via telehealth

Our telehealth first responder trauma support provides accessible and discreet care for police, paramedics, firefighters, defence personnel and other frontline workers. Through secure video sessions, you can work with a telehealth first responder psychologist who understands the operational pressures and cumulative stress associated with emergency services roles. We offer online emergency services trauma counselling and structured support that fits around shift work and demanding schedules.

We also provide telehealth PTSD support for first responders, addressing both single-incident trauma and cumulative exposure. Telehealth vicarious trauma support is available for those impacted by repeated exposure to distressing events over time. Whether accessing remote first responder trauma support or engaging in online PTSD support for first responders, our focus is on confidentiality, psychological safety and practical strategies to support long-term wellbeing.

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Telehealth & Online Therapy

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Telehealth or in person

Our friendly clinic is based in Drysdale. You’re welcome to take advantage of our beautiful location or, if you’re a little further away, simply choose a convenient telehealth session.

Medicare rebates

We offer Medicare rebates for anyone with an eligible Mental Health Care Plan. These can be obtained via your local GP or medical centre. We can assist you with this if needed.