Trauma & Inner Child Work

Understanding and Healing the Impact of Early Experiences

Trauma and inner child work focuses on how early experiences — particularly those within family and close relationships — continue to shape emotional responses, self-beliefs and patterns of relating in adulthood.

This work is not about blaming parents or reliving the past. It is about understanding how younger parts of the self learned to adapt, survive and make sense of the world, and how those adaptations may no longer be serving you.

Jeremy offers trauma-informed, compassionate therapy that supports clients to reconnect with these parts safely and at their own pace.

What Is Trauma and Inner Child Work?

Trauma is not defined solely by extreme events. Many people carry the effects of environments where emotional needs were unmet, feelings were dismissed, or safety and consistency were unpredictable.

Inner child work recognises that:

This work helps bring awareness, understanding and compassion to these parts, allowing for greater integration and emotional flexibility.

Big “T” and Little “t” Trauma

Jeremy works with both:

While these experiences differ, they often result in similar adult challenges, including:

Trauma and inner child work supports clients to understand these patterns without judgement and to respond to themselves with greater care and agency.

Jeremy’s Approach to Trauma Work

Jeremy’s trauma work is grounded, paced and collaborative. Safety is prioritised at every stage, recognising that pushing too quickly into traumatic material can be counterproductive.

Approaches may include:

Polyvagal-informed work to support nervous system regulation
Somatic awareness to help the body experience safety and grounding
Depth-oriented psychotherapy to explore meaning, identity and attachment
Narrative exploration to understand how personal stories have formed
Inner child and parts-based approaches to support emotional integration

The approach is always tailored to the individual and adjusted as therapy unfolds.

What Inner Child Work Looks Like in Practice

Inner child work does not involve regression or reenactment. Instead, it supports clients to:

Over time, this work can support increased emotional regulation, self-trust and relational clarity.

Individual Therapy and the Relationship Recovery Program (RRP)

Trauma and inner child work can be undertaken through individual therapy alone, or — for some clients — may be complemented by group-based relational work through the Relationship Recovery Program (RRP).

Jeremy will discuss options collaboratively, helping clients decide which approach best fits their needs, readiness and circumstances.

Who This Work Is For

Trauma and inner child work may be helpful if you:

Feel emotionally overwhelmed or disconnected
Experience strong reactions that feel out of proportion
Struggle with self-worth or persistent self-criticism
Notice repeating patterns in relationships
Feel “stuck” despite insight or effort
Want to explore early experiences in a safe, supported way

You do not need a formal trauma diagnosis to benefit from this work.

Duration and Therapeutic Fit

Jeremy recommends beginning with an initial three to six sessions. This allows time to:

A reflective review session supports clarity around next steps and direction.

Fees and Rebates

All fees are discussed clearly before booking.

Location

Trauma and inner child work sessions are offered in West Footscray, Melbourne, with convenient access and parking available. Online sessions may also be available by arrangement.

Book a Trauma & Inner Child Work Session

If you’re considering trauma or inner child work and would like to explore whether this approach feels right for you, you’re welcome to get in touch or book an initial appointment.