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Sexual abuse & assault support
What happened wasn't your fault. Support is here when you're ready.
Trauma-informed, LGBTQIA+ affirming support for survivors of sexual abuse or assault, at your pace and on your terms.
- Medicare rebates
- Telehealth Australia-wide
- Free first call
Sound familiar?
After sexual abuse, you might experience
Everyone responds differently. Whatever you're feeling, it's a valid response to something that should never have happened.
- Flashbacks or intrusive memories
- Feeling numb or disconnected
- Anxiety or panic
- Shame or self-blame
- Trouble with trust or intimacy
- Sleep problems or nightmares
- Avoiding reminders
- Low mood
Understanding sexual abuse
You're not alone
Sexual abuse and assault can happen to anyone, of any gender or sexuality. It can affect how you feel about your body, your safety and your relationships.
LGBTQIA+ survivors sometimes face extra barriers, like worrying they won't be believed or understood. Here, you will be. You decide what you share and when.
How our team can help
A plan that fits you, not a one-size script
01
We go at your pace
Your psychologist focuses first on helping you feel safe and in control. You never have to share more than you want to.
02
You find ways to heal
Over time, you'll learn ways to manage difficult memories and feelings, and rebuild a sense of safety in your body and relationships.
03
How therapy can help
Trauma-informed care puts your safety, choice and control first.
Trauma-focused therapy can help reduce the impact of traumatic memories when you're ready.
Try this today
A grounding exercise for hard moments
- Press your feet into the floor and notice the ground beneath you.
- Look around and name five things you can see.
- Remind yourself where you are and that you are safe now.
- Breathe slowly until your body settles.
If you're in immediate danger, call 000.
Our therapists
Psychologists who can help with sexual abuse
Keith Kulda
Tue & Sat
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Mark Podesta
Saturday
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Glenda May
Mon to Fri
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Getting started
Three steps to your first session
- 1
Book a free 15-min call
Chat with a therapist, ask anything, no obligation.
- 2
Get a Mental Health Treatment Plan
Optional: see your GP for a referral to claim the Medicare rebate.
- 3
Start your sessions online
Secure video sessions from wherever you feel comfortable.
Questions
Sexual abuse FAQs
Do I have to talk about what happened?
No. You're in control of what you share. Many people start by focusing on how they're feeling now and building a sense of safety.
How much does a session cost?
Sessions are $210. With a GP referral and a Mental Health Treatment Plan, you can claim a Medicare rebate and pay about $108.45 per session.
Do I need a referral?
No. You only need a GP referral and a Mental Health Treatment Plan if you want to claim the Medicare rebate.
Are sessions online?
Yes. All sessions are by secure telehealth, so you can see us from anywhere in Australia.
Need support right now?
1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 (24/7). Blue Knot Helpline: 1300 657 380.
Support is here when you're ready
Your first 15-minute call is free. Talk to someone who gets it.
Call us: (02) 6190 9200hello@unboxedpride.com.auFax: (02) 8365 3202
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