Therapeutic Approaches

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Trauma Therapy (EMDR)

Lana is a fully accredited EMDR practitioner. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a specialised trauma therapy that supports the brain to process and integrate distressing experiences that may be “stuck” in the nervous system.

EMDR can be particularly effective for trauma, anxiety, and overwhelming life events, helping clients move toward greater emotional regulation, resilience and a renewed sense of safety.

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Body Image & Disordered Eating

Lana has additional training in Body Positive Counselling and CBT-E for Eating Disorders, enabling her to support clients struggling with body image concerns, disordered eating, and the complex relationship many people have with their bodies.

She is also an NEDC-approved mental health practitioner and brings specialised knowledge in working with eating disorders and disordered eating, offering thoughtful and collaborative care.

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Parts-Based Therapy (Internal Family Systems)

Lana draws on Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help clients develop compassion and understanding toward different parts of themselves. This approach supports people to explore inner conflicts with curiosity rather than judgment, fostering greater internal harmony and emotional integration.

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Gottman Level 1

Lana’s Gottman Level 1 training informs her work with couples, supporting partners to strengthen communication, deepen understanding, and rebuild connection during times of strain or transition.

Qualifications & Professional Training

  • BA Social Work – University of New South Wales

  • MA Drama & Movement Therapy – Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, London

  • EMDR Accredited Practitioner

  • Body Positive Counselling Certificate

  • CBT-E for Eating Disorders (Certified)

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS) Training

  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy – Level 1

  • NEDC Approved Mental Health Practitioner

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Email: lana@lanasussman.com

Phone: +61 413 389 620