| Occupation | Counselling Psychologist, EMDR therapist |
|---|---|
| Education | MPsychol (Counselling) — Queensland University of Technology |
| Methods | EMDR, CBT, Exposure Therapy, Mindfulness |
| Registration | AHPRA — Psychology Board of Australia (PSY0003456789) |
| Organization | EMDR Encyclopedia & Global Directory |
Sophie Barnes — AHPRA-registered counselling psychologist and EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist based in Brisbane, Australia. She specializes in anxiety disorders, phobias, and adolescent mental health. Sophie is passionate about making therapy accessible and relatable, particularly for young people and those new to mental health support.
| Issue | Methods |
|---|---|
| Generalized anxiety disorder | CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness |
| Specific phobias (flying, heights, needles) | EMDR, Exposure Therapy |
| Social anxiety | CBT, EMDR |
| Adolescent mental health (16+) | EMDR, CBT |
| Panic disorder & agoraphobia | CBT, EMDR, Exposure Therapy |
| Self-esteem & confidence | EMDR, CBT |
Sophie's approach is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative. She believes therapy doesn't have to be intimidating — it can be a space where you can be yourself, laugh when something is funny, and work through hard things at your own pace. She uses EMDR to get to the root of anxiety and phobias, often achieving results in fewer sessions than traditional talk therapy alone. Her adolescent clients particularly appreciate her non-judgmental style and her ability to translate complex psychological concepts into language that makes sense.
She offers in-person sessions in Fortitude Valley and telehealth across Australia.