Damian Laidler , ACA

Damian Laidler is a counsellor based in Australia with seven years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, addictions, LGBT issues, family challenges, grief, parenting concerns, self-esteem struggles, and other life transitions. He holds a Bachelor of Counselling from ACAP University College and is a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), reflecting his commitment to professional standards and ethical practice.

Damian has completed specialised training through the Mental Health Academy, including certification as a Certified Professional ADHC-CSP which focuses on aged care and disability mental health counselling; a Digital Credential in Counselling Trauma which indicates targeted training in trauma therapy; a Digital Credential in Applied Psychology demonstrating practical psychological skills; certification as a Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) for anxiety-focused interventions; and a Digital Credential in Trauma Prevention covering proactive approaches to reduce trauma impact. These qualifications inform a tailored, evidence-informed approach to care.

He works from a trauma-informed stance that emphasises creating a calm, respectful environment, building consistent and trusting therapeutic relationships, and empowering clients with tools and choices to guide their recovery and resilience. Damian aims to support practical change while honoring each person’s agency and lived experience.