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About Helen Romas-Werts

Expert Trauma Therapy & EMDR in Melbourne | RMB Psychology

Evidence-Based PTSD Treatment for First Responders & Professionals

I work with adults in Melbourne to reduce distressing mental, emotional, physical, and trauma-related symptoms, guiding you toward wellness and post-traumatic growth through evidence-based trauma therapy.

Gold Standard EMDR Therapy in Melbourne

With EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), I provide internationally recognised gold-standard treatment for PTSD and Complex PTSD. I'm advancing toward EMDR Consultant status - a senior-level practitioner qualified to supervise other EMDR therapists and Accredited EMDR Practitioners across Australia.

Somatic Experiencing®: Body-Based Trauma Therapy

I've completed an extensive 3-year training program in Somatic Experiencing® (SE) developed by Dr Peter Levine. This body-based, 'bottom-up' approach addresses how trauma is stored in the nervous system, complementing traditional 'top-down' Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for comprehensive healing.

Together, these modalities help you understand your current symptoms and process them through slow, gentle, supportive therapy that integrates both mind and body for lasting trauma recovery and symptom reduction.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy Melbourne

As a Level 3-trained Internal Family Systems therapist, I offer this powerfully transformative, evidence-based psychotherapy model. IFS therapy has been transformative both personally and professionally, proving especially effective for clients who struggle to articulate their trauma story - particularly those with prolonged trauma, childhood trauma, or developmental trauma held primarily in the body.

Through IFS, I help you gently befriend the parts of yourself (often from childhood) that were overwhelmed by trauma, abuse, or neglect, fostering self-compassion and internal healing.

Melbourne Psychologist Specializing in First Responders & Emergency Services

30 Years as an Emergency First Responder

I bring nearly three decades of lived experience as an emergency first responder to my practice as a trauma psychologist in Melbourne. I understand the unique challenges facing police officers, paramedics, firefighters, and emergency services volunteers - from the bonds and camaraderie of the first responder family to the emotional toll of situations ranging from lives saved to lives lost.

Culturally Competent Care for Emergency Personnel

I've personally experienced the full spectrum of emotions - fear, helplessness, shame, and pride - that come with first responder work. I know the isolation of being unable to share what you've seen, heard, or felt with family and friends who haven't lived it. You are not alone.

My specialized understanding of first responder trauma, operational stress injuries, PTSD in emergency services workers, and the unique culture of emergency services allows me to provide truly culturally competent care.

Clinical Experience: Melbourne's Premier EMDR Program

I've worked as a psychologist on the multidisciplinary team at The Melbourne Clinic - Australia's largest private psychiatric hospital - where I assisted in running Victoria's first inpatient EMDR program. This included facilitating multiple EMDR therapy groups and providing individual trauma-focused sessions for patients with acute and complex trauma presentations.

Trauma-Informed, Evidence-Based Treatment in Melbourne

I'm committed to providing current best-practice, evidence-based trauma therapy in Melbourne. My approach goes beyond my foundational 6-year university psychology training through continuous professional development, clinical supervision, and advanced training in specialized trauma modalities.

This commitment ensures my clients receive:

  • EMDR therapy for PTSD and Complex PTSD
  • Somatic Experiencing for nervous system regulation
  • Internal Family Systems therapy for deep psychological healing
  • Trauma-focused CBT when appropriate
  • Integrated, whole-person care for post-traumatic growth

Who I Help

  • First responders and emergency services personnel (police, paramedics, firefighters, SES)
  • Adults experiencing PTSD, Complex PTSD, or trauma-related symptoms
  • Medical professionals and healthcare workers with vicarious trauma or compassion fatigue
  • Legal professionals exposed to distressing case material
  • Adults seeking trauma recovery, anxiety treatment, or depression therapy in Melbourne

Begin Your Healing Journey

I look forward to supporting you on your path toward recovery, wellness, and post-traumatic growth.