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Online trauma and relationship therapy
Tired of feeling confused, exhausted, and like you’re always...the problem?
You don’t have to keep living with the fear that you’re unlovable, too difficult, or that you'll always be stuck in old wounds that will never heal
It's absolutely possible to break harmful patterns and live a life that feels much more meaningful
Hi, I’m Shannon. I'm a trauma and relationship therapist who knows how disorienting it feels when a relationship leaves you questioning your worth.
Do you need help recovering from the emotional effects of trauma, narcissistic abuse and toxic relationship dynamics? I also offer support for ADHD, because navigating life and relationships with a neurodivergent brain can bring its own challenges!
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Combining professional training, lived experience, and a trauma-informed approach, I can help you:
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Make sense of confusing dynamics
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Calm your nervous system and build inner safety
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Rebuild trust in your mind and your instincts
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Make confident decisions about your future
This is a space where you don’t have to mask, pretend, or dance around the real issues. You can come exactly as you are and tell it like it is.
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What’s Been Happening?
If you've been experiencing any of the following, I can help. If you've been experiencing things that are not specifically listed below, you're absolutely welcome to contact me to make an enquiry - I respond to every single email I receive.
I can support you with:
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Narcissistic abuse recovery - You're trying to make sense of a relationship that left you questioning your reality and worth.
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Adversarial/high conflict separation or divorce - Your ex is making everything contentious, using the kids as messengers, or turning co-parenting into a battlefield.
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ADHD and relationships - Your brain (or their brain) works differently and it's affecting how you connect, regulate emotions, or manage conflict.
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Coercive control - Someone is dictating your choices, isolating you from support, monitoring your activity, or punishing you for asserting independence, all while making it seem like they're just caring or concerned.
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Emotional manipulation - You feel like you're always walking into traps, being twisted around until you're apologising for things you didn't do, or doubting your own version of events.
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Gaslighting and self-doubt - You've been told your perceptions are wrong so many times that you no longer trust yourself.
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Anxious attachment patterns - You worry constantly about being abandoned, need reassurance, or feel clingy in relationships.
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Trauma bonding - You know the relationship is harmful but you can't seem to leave or stop thinking about them.
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Walking on eggshells - You're constantly monitoring your words, tone, and behaviour to avoid conflict or upsetting someone.
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People-pleasing and boundary struggles - You say yes when you mean no, prioritise others' needs over your own, and feel guilty for having limits.
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Fawn response - Your automatic reaction to conflict or danger is to please, appease, or make yourself smaller.
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Losing yourself in relationships - You've abandoned your interests, opinions, or identity to keep the peace or make someone else happy.
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Betrayal trauma - Someone you trusted deeply (a partner, family member, or friend) has violated that trust and you're struggling to make sense of what happened.
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Grief and loss - You're navigating the loss of a relationship, person, pet, or the future you thought you'd have, and it feels overwhelming.
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Family estrangement - You're navigating the painful reality of being cut off from family members, or you've made the difficult decision to distance yourself for your own wellbeing.
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Avoidant attachment patterns - You struggle with emotional intimacy, pull away when things get close, or feel suffocated by others' needs.
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Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) - Childhood trauma or long-term abuse has affected how you see yourself, relate to others, and move through the world, leaving you with hypervigilance, emotional flashbacks, and a nervous system that's difficult to regulate.​
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If any of these things sound familiar, you're in the right place!
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What do my clients say?
The most common insights I hear from clients after their very first session are usually variations of the following:
"This has helped me realise that I'm NOT crazy"
"It's a relief to be able to talk about everything without holding back - it feels like a weight has lifted"
"I really feel heard"
I regularly witness impressive transformations and growth in clients, and I'm not the only one. From rapidly breaking trauma bonds, to displaying incredible resilience and perspective while navigating violence orders and the family court system, clients tell me that the people in their lives are often saying things like:
"I can't believe how well you're doing considering everything you're going through right now"
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"How have you been able to get over this and move on so quickly?!"
I think a large degree of client success is due to my multi-faceted, empowering approach, combined with clients coming to counselling with courage, openness and a deep desire for a better life. This combination produces true alchemy!
About me
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Like many therapists, I was drawn to this work through my own lived experience. I know how isolating it can feel when you’re hurting - it's as though no one could possibly understand or help. I want you to know that you're not alone, and healing is definitely possible.
One of the biggest sources of suffering I see - and have experienced - is disempowerment. From an early age, many of us are taught, directly or indirectly, that our needs and feelings matter less than others’. Over time, this can lead to a lot of people-pleasing, self-sacrifice, blurred boundaries, and a lack of self-trust or self-protection, leaving us vulnerable in our relationships...and in the world.
I know what it’s like to walk that path. But there’s another way - one that's built on self-trust, clarity, and confidence! That’s the path I help my clients uncover.
In my practice, I don’t follow a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, I draw on an range of evidence-based techniques and tailor them to what each client needs in the moment. A key part of my framework is a neuroscience-based theory called predictive processing that views the brain as a prediction machine. I’ve found it to be a simple and highly effective way to understand and work with trauma, behaviour, and emotional triggers. It was instrumental in my own recovery from complex PTSD.
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If you’re wondering whether I’ll be able to relate to your experiences, you’re completely welcome to ask me about my background.
Shannon Moylan
Australian Counselling Association, Member No. 27616
Services
Online counselling, available Australia-wide and beyond (excluding North America)
Sessions are available Tuesday - Saturday
No referral needed - simply make an instant booking to start the process!
What to expect?
1. It starts with an enquiry or a booking - you can do this online at any time
2. When you book an individual session, you'll receive a confirmation message and an intake form which is designed to take a bit of a snapshot of where you're at right now.
3. We'll meet online at your scheduled time. At the start of our first session I'll take a minute to go through the informed consent process to ensure you have clarity around my responsibility to maintain confidentiality, I'll reassure you that it's totally to be yourself during our sessions (e.g. it's totally ok to swear) and that I'm here to support you rather than judge you. I'll also quickly cover fees and the cancellation policy.
4. We get to work - this is where the magic happens! If a client doesn't know where to start, I'll usually ask for an overview or timeline of the situation. But you'll be in the driver's seat and most of my focus will be on listening to you and gaining a deep understanding of your experiences, concerns and challenges.
5. If you like, I can provide homework, strategies and tasks that will help you work towards your goals. This is completely optional and - even if you ask for them - I don't place any expectations or pressure on my clients to carry these out. Your journey, your choices.
6. At the end of the session I'll ask if you'd like to rebook. Again, there is no pressure or obligation. Some clients like to make a regular weekly or fortnightly booking, others need to work in with unpredictable schedules. I'm always happy to book a series of appointments if you'd like to secure a particular slot each week.
Contact
Use the form on the right, or email hello@wondercounselling.com.au to get in touch.
You'll receive a reply within 1 business day (Tuesday - Saturday).
I answer all emails - you won't be left hanging!​​
Are you ready to get started?
The idea of starting counselling - or seeking help of any kind - can feel confronting, especially if you’ve spent years feeling like you had to handle everything on your own.
It's normal to wonder:
“What if it doesn’t help?”
"What if I don’t know what to say?”
“What if my situation isn’t ‘bad enough’?”
“What if it’s too overwhelming? What if I'm too overwhelming?!”
"What if they think I'm crazy?"
Here’s what I want you to know:
You don’t have to have it all figured out before you start. My role is to walk alongside you at your pace, creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore what’s been weighing on you, without pressure or judgment. And if you want, I can hold the light (so to speak) and guide you through the really tricky parts of the path you want to take.
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Every single client I work with starts from a place of uncertainty, and most people tell me that they wish they’d reached out much sooner.
Therapy isn’t about being “broken” or needing to be fixed. It’s about getting the support, clarity, and tools you need to move forward in a way that finally feels good, and feels right for you.
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You don’t have to be ready for everything - you only have to decide that you're ready to take the first step.​
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And if you have reservations or concerns you're very welcome to book a free 15 min consult.