Healing, Support, and Pathways
Forward for Women
Providing free, trauma-informed counselling, connection, and support to help women move from crisis toward stability and independence.
Free Counselling and Psychotherapy
Liberty Women’s Foundation provides free, trauma-informed counselling and psychotherapy for women who have experienced trauma, domestic violence, addiction, or significant life adversity.
Our therapy spaces are grounded in safety, compassion, and respect. We understand that many women seeking support have had experiences where their boundaries were not honoured, their voices were not heard, or systems have felt overwhelming or unsafe. For this reason, our approach prioritises trust, choice, and collaboration at every step. Support is offered by qualified, trauma-informed practitioners and is tailored to each woman’s individual needs, goals, and pace.
Therapy may support women to:
- Process and make sense of traumatic experiences
- Develop emotional regulation and nervous-system safety
- Reduce distress, overwhelm, and isolation
- Strengthen self-worth, identity, and confidence
- Rebuild trust in relationships and in themselves
Need help now?
If you are in immediate danger, call 000.
1800RESPECT (24/7 family, domestic and sexual violence support): 1800 737 732
DVConnect Womensline (24/7, Queensland): 1800 811 811
Lifeline (24/7 crisis support): 13 11 14
Liberty Women’s Foundation is not a crisis service and our inbox is not monitored 24/7.
We recognise that healing is not linear, and there is no “right way” to recover. Women are never rushed or pressured to disclose more than they feel ready to share. Instead, therapy unfolds in a way that feels supportive, empowering, and responsive to where each woman is in her journey.
Our counselling and psychotherapy services are offered at no cost to eligible women, reducing financial barriers and ensuring access to care during times of vulnerability. We work alongside community partners to support continuity of care and ensure women receive holistic, coordinated support.
Programs Designed For Your Journey
01
Foundations of Safety
Individual Counselling & Psychotherapy
A gentle, trauma-informed starting place for women to feel safe, supported, and understood.
This program includes:
- Free trauma-informed counselling
- Emotional regulation and grounding
- Recovery support post-crisis
This program includes:
- Small group psychotherapy
- Psychoeducation on trauma and nervous system responses
- Safe, facilitated group spaces
02
Healing Together
Group Therapy & Therapeutic Support Groups
Because healing is often strengthened in connection with others who understand.
03
Reclaiming Self
Trauma & Recovery Workshops
Practical, empowering workshops to help women make sense of their experiences and reconnect with themselves.
This program includes:
- Understanding trauma responses
- Healthy relationships & boundaries
- Identity, self-worth, and resilience
This program includes:
- Education and exam fee support
- Workforce and first-aid certifications
- Study resources and materials
- Training and employment guidance
04
Pathways to Empowerment
Education, Skills & Re-Entry Support
Supporting women to rebuild independence through education, skills, and opportunity.
05
Walking Forward
Transition & Ongoing Support
Ongoing support as women move forward with confidence and stability.
This program includes:
- Continued therapeutic check-ins
- Peer connection and mentoring
- Community referral and continuity of care
Programs in Development
We are actively developing new programs to expand our support for women
at every stage of their healing journey.
Mothering After Trauma
Support for women navigating parenting and reunification.
Peer Mentors Program
Women supporting women, guided by lived experience.
First Steps Back to Work
Confidence, readiness, and transition support.
Creative Recovery
Art, movement, and embodied healing experiences.
Education & Training Support
Access to education and training can be a powerful step toward independence, confidence, and long-term stability, yet for many women, financial barriers make this feel out of reach.
Liberty Women’s Foundation may provide practical financial support to help cover the cost of exam fees, educational courses, or training required for study, certification, or career progression. This support is designed to remove immediate obstacles that prevent women from taking meaningful steps toward their goals.
Education support may include:
Exam or assessment fees
Short courses or accredited training programs
Study-related costs that enable continued learning
"Rebuilding life after trauma often involves reclaiming a sense of purpose, possibility, and self-belief."
Support is provided on a case-by-case basis and aligned with each woman’s individual goals, circumstances, and readiness. We recognise that rebuilding life after trauma often involves reclaiming a sense of purpose, possibility, self-belief and access to education can be a vital part of that process.
Our approach is practical, empowering, and grounded in trust. We work alongside each woman to ensure support is purposeful, respectful, and contributes to long-term stability and independence.
Access Free Counselling
Please complete the intake form or contact us directly.
Location
Queensland, Australia
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