Dana Yalouz
Registered Psychologist and Accredited EMDR Therapist
I am a registered psychologist, experienced trauma and accredited EMDR therapist, passionate about providing an empathetic and authentic experience for individuals seeking to understand themselves and create meaningful change.
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I grew up in Sydney, near the eastern beaches, and have supported people across the lifespan in navigating a range of mental health challenges including anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, substance use, neurodiversity, and more.
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My clinical experience spans both public and private sectors, including work within multidisciplinary teams supporting young people with complex mental health needs. I also have experience working with the Australian Defence Force, including serving personnel, veterans, and their families.
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Most recently, I have worked in private practice, focusing on supporting clients to process their trauma and empowering them to live more fulfilled and authentic life.
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As a trauma therapist, I work within a parts framework and am trained in the following evidence-based therapies:
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EMDR - Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing
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CBT - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
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DBT - Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
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ST - Schema Therapy: Mode Model
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ACT - Acceptance Commitment Therapy
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ST - Somatic Therapy
Holistic Approach combining EMDR with Parts Work.
Approaching mental health holistically and building a strong therapeutic relationship are foundational to my practice. I integrate the mind-body connection to foster self-awareness and resilience, while creating a trusting and collaborative partnership that supports effective therapy.
When working with trauma, I use a combination of EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) therapy and a parts-based approach. This integration allows me to address not only distressing experiences but also the internal systems that hold and respond to those experiences. Parts work is based on the understanding that we are made up of different parts of ourselves, some of which may support us while others may feel in conflict. When paired with EMDR, this approach helps ensure that the parts of you holding trauma feel seen, heard, and supported, making it possible to reprocess difficult memories more safely and effectively.
While this approach is particularly effective for trauma and complex trauma, it can also support healing from anxiety, depression, and a range of other mental health challenges.