Virginia Kehoe Psychotherapy & Counselling
Trauma-informed psychotherapy & counselling for adults in Cairns, supporting trauma recovery, veterans, first responders, victims of crime and significant life transitions.
Ways to Access Counselling
Counselling may be accessed through a number of private and funded pathways, depending on your circumstances and eligibility.
Private clients
National Redress Scheme – I am an approved Redress practitioner providing counselling and psychological care for eligible participants of the National Redress Scheme in Queensland.
Victim Assist Queensland – I am an approved counselling provider for Victim Assist Queensland and welcome referrals from eligible adults affected by violence or crime.
WorkCover Queensland – I am a registered WorkCover Queensland counselling and psychotherapy provider and welcome referrals for adults requiring psychological support following a work-related injury.
NDIS - self-managed and plan-managed participants
HCF, AHM and eligible private health fund members
If you are unsure whether your funding can be used for counselling, please contact me before booking.
How would you like to begin?
Choose the option that feels right for you.
Trauma-Informed Support
I provide trauma-informed psychotherapy and counselling for adults affected by trauma, including childhood trauma, sexual abuse, sexual assault, veterans, first responders, victims of crime, workplace trauma and significant life transitions.
My professional experience spans specialist sexual assault services, the Tasmania Police Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) Sex Crime Unit, Laurel House, forensic and community reintegration services, rural and regional mental health, crisis intervention, chronic pain management and support for adults affected by complex trauma, violence, sexual harm, neglect and crime-related experiences.
I have particular experience supporting adults affected by childhood sexual abuse, sexual assault, historical abuse, complex trauma and victims of crime. My work has included supporting children, adolescents and adults, working alongside forensic medical and hospital services, and assisting people in the immediate aftermath of sexual violence and other traumatic events.
I have also worked within forensic and community reintegration settings supporting adults navigating significant life transitions, recovery, reintegration and personal change. This experience has provided valuable insight into the complexity of trauma, relationships, accountability and recovery.
As a trained play therapist, I understand how early life experiences can influence emotional wellbeing throughout adulthood. My work has also included men's mental health, rural and regional mental health, crisis response, chronic pain management and recovery following significant life challenges.
A little about me
Finding the right therapist matters. I offer a space where you can feel comfortable, respected and able to work at your own pace.
My approach is warm, collaborative and grounded in trauma-informed practice. I work with adults affected by trauma, childhood trauma, sexual abuse, sexual assault, violence, grief and loss, workplace stress, significant life transitions and other experiences that may continue to affect wellbeing long after the event itself.
Prior to becoming a counsellor and psychotherapist, I served for 15 years in both the Australian Navy and Australian Army. While every person's experience is unique, this background provides me with an understanding of military culture, service life, transition and the challenges that can arise in high-pressure environments.
My professional experience includes specialist sexual assault services, the Tasmania Police Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) Sex Crime Unit, Laurel House, forensic and community reintegration services, rural and regional mental health services, crisis intervention and work supporting adults affected by complex trauma, violence, sexual harm and crime-related experiences.
I have particular experience supporting adults affected by childhood sexual abuse, sexual assault, historical abuse, complex trauma and victims of crime. I have also worked alongside forensic medical and hospital services supporting children, adolescents and adults in the aftermath of sexual violence and other traumatic experiences.
As a trained play therapist, I understand how childhood experiences can continue to influence wellbeing throughout adult life. My work has also included supporting men's mental health, chronic pain management, crisis response and recovery following significant life challenges.
I am an approved provider for Victim Assist Queensland, the National Redress Scheme and WorkCover Queensland, and provide counselling for self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants.
You do not need to know exactly what to say or where to begin. Therapy provides a calm, confidential and respectful space where we can work together at a pace that feels right for you.