Trikilis Counselling & Psychotherapy

17/02/2026

Understanding how bi-lateral stimulation can reduce distress, shift stuck memories and aid in prevention of PTSD ✨

How does EMDR work?

When we experience something overwhelming, there is reduced control of the pre-frontal cortex over the activated amygdala and hippocampus (these both become overstimulated). In other words, when you are triggered, the rational thinking part of your brain can’t control the emotional part of the brain.

Some memories get ‘stuck’ in the amygdala-hippocampal cortex and when triggered, they seem to occur in the present. ‘Stuck’ memories are thought to be unprocessed memories.
Neuroscientists propose that what happens during REM (dream) sleep happens during EMDR.

During MyEMDR, we move your eyes from side to side whilst getting you to focus on a fragmented memory/experience or emotion. Much like when your eyes move side to side when you dream.

This side-to-side motion (also referred to as bilateral stimulation) elicits a synchronisation of all cortical activity at a frequency in the delta range like slow-wave sleep. EMDR temporarily slows your over-stimulated amygdala down and synchronises your brain waves helping you to process the memory/ experience and reduce activation along with level of distress.

16/02/2026

Welcome to the Team Paul ✨

Paul is a psychologist who has joined the TC&P team in 2026 and comes to us with over 14 years of clinical experience here in Darwin.

Paul specialises in working with frontline employees including members of the Northern Territory Police, Fire and Emergency Services providing a trauma-informed, integrated approach to recovery which includes EMDR, ACT and CBT.

Paul provides careful assessment of each individual and tailors treatment to ensure therapy goals and client needs are met.

Paul has worked extensively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients, having spent over 10 years at Danila Dilba.

Paul currently works across all streams including Mental Health Care Plans, NTPFES EAP services, Short Term Therapies, Su***de Prevention and Workcover with no current waitlist.

To book an appointment with Paul contact our office on 08 8932 1085 or via email at admin@trikiliscps.com.au

Welcome to the TC&P Team Paul!

16/02/2026

What is EMDR?

EMDR or Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences.

In 1987, Dr Francine Shapiro revolutionized psychotherapy when she assumed that bilateral eye-movements appeared to decrease negative emotions attached to life experiences. Through case studies and controlled studies it became apparent that eye-movements themselves did not create comprehensive therapeutic effects. Other parts, including a cognitive component were included, this created a standard procedure which was named Eye Movement Desensitisation (EMD). This EMD has been refined and is now what we know as EMDR.

MyEMDR allows you to access EMDR anytime, anywhere, as many times as you need for less than $50 per/ month.

13/01/2026

Today we said Good-Bye to Lily.

Lily has been an integral part of our team, with her enthusiasm for healing trauma, EMDR and ensuring clients experience feeling heard, seen and supported.

Whilst we (me especially) are saddened to see her go, we wish her all the best on the next steps of her journey. Lily has brought joy, kindness and a beautiful calm presence to our team and will be dearly missed.

Thank-you Lily for all your contributions and you will always have a place in the TC&P team.

Wishing you all the success and happiness on the next chapter.

Annette & the team @ TC&P

12/12/2025

27/11/2025

MyEMDR - Gentle Support When You Need It Most ✨

MyEMDR Early Intervention Program offers timely, trauma-informed support for individuals navigating recent or ongoing distress.

Using the evidence-based EMDR approach, it helps the brain safely reprocess difficult experiences, without the need for detailed verbal recounting, reducing emotional disturbance before symptoms become entrenched.

This structured format is ideal for those seeking early psychological care that feels safe, effective, and empowering. Whether responding to workplace stress, personal loss, or community trauma, EMDR Early Intervention fosters resilience, emotional regulation, and a renewed sense of stability.

25/11/2025

TC Fina - Trauma Response Support.

For anyone impacted by TC Fina, the Team & I are available to offer free EMDR Early Intervention sessions over the coming weeks.

Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need support.

23/11/2025

The Clinic remains closed this morning as we have a bit of cleaning up to do after TC Fina.

21/11/2025

Due to the current weather warnings, we will be closing the clinic today at 10am to ensure everyone's safety.

If you are in distress or at risk of harm please contact one of the below services for assistance. If you are worried and can't keep yourself safe, call 000 or go straight to the hospital emergency department.

Mental Health Access Team on 1800 682 288

Head to Health on 08 8914 6600

Lifeline on 13 11 14

13Yarn on 13 92 76

Headspace on 08 8931 5999

Domestic and Family Violence Support on 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732)

Beyond Blue Support Service on 1300 224 636

TeamTALK on 1800 832 600

Q-Life on 1800 184 527

Parentline on 1300 30 1300

Mensline on 1300 789 978

Griefline on 1300 845 745

National Debt Helpline on 1800 007 007

Stay Safe,
From the Team at TC&P

30/10/2025

Themelis & I attended the NT Health Professional of the year awards last Saturday night alongside fellow small business owners Luke & Liz Kerr from Mobile Concrete NT. What a night!

Massive congratulations to Helen Lamech! You are incredible and an inspiration to us all - Helen took away The Administrator’s Medal which was the premier recognition, awarded to the most outstanding professional among all eight categories.

Her story is amazing, if you don’t know her, connect with her and check out her work.

27/10/2025

Brining Mental Health Recovery to every corner of the Territory....

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24/10/2025

A massive shout out to our very own Kylie Jericho! Kylie presented at today’s Two-Two-One Psychological Wellbeing Forum today & what an amazing job she did!

Kylie shared her knowledge and skills, showcasing brief, self-managed strategies to take control over our nervous system and calm our bodies when times are stressful.

What an insightful, educational and engaging presentation! Well done Kylie - so proud to have you on our team ✨