Welcome to Launceston Therapy Collective
At Launceston Therapy Collective, we’re all about supporting you on your journey. Whether you’re navigating life's challenges or seeking personal growth, our diverse team is here for you. We celebrate each individual’s unique story and focus on what matters most to you. Let's make your voice heard and your experience truly special, as you seek therapy for your mental health needs.
Meet the Team
Discover the dedicated social workers providing mental health therapy at Launceston Therapy Collective.
Get to know the team.
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Sam is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 14 years of experience supporting people to improve their mental health and helping them to navigate life’s challenges. Holding a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Social Work, a Masters in Youth Mental Health, and a Graduate Diploma in Sports Psychology, Sam brings both depth of knowledge and practical expertise to his therapeutic work.
Sam has a particular passion and extensive experience in working with teenagers, helping them improve their mental health symptoms, manage relationships, overcome emotional distress, enhance performance in sport or creative arts, cope with school-related pressures and engage with early career goals. With a warm and supportive approach, Sam works alongside young people as they navigate the complexities of adolescence.
In addition to working with youth, Sam also supports adults experiencing a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety disorders, disordered eating, depressive disorders, ADHD, stress related conditions, addictions, OCD, trauma-related presentations, grief, self-esteem, life transitions and anger management.
Sam draws on a variety of evidence-based therapies to tailor support to each individual, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), as well as elements of DBT, Schema Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Sam’s approach to his clients is person-centred and holistic. Where he supports individuals to explore not only their thoughts and emotions, but also the impact of relationships, lifestyle, spirituality, environment, community, and personal values. This perspective allows Sam to tailor therapy to meet each person’s needs, helping them build resilience, strengthen self-understanding, and create meaningful change.
Compassionate and client-focused, Sam is committed to creating a safe and respectful space where people of all ages feel heard, understood, and supported in working toward their goals.
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Tua is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with a Bachelor of Social Work (First-Class Honours) and a Master’s in Forensic Mental Health.
He takes a holistic approach to mental health treatment and recovery, integrating social, psychological, emotional, spiritual, and environmentally grounded interventions. His practice incorporates somatic techniques, outdoor therapy, and movement-based approaches to help clients with their recovery and reconnect with their bodies and surroundings. By combining mindfulness, breathwork, and body awareness with the therapeutic benefits of nature, he supports individuals in processing stress, trauma, and life challenges.
Tua works with adults and older adolescents experiencing a range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, and significant life transitions. His therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual’s needs, drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and narrative-informed practices.
Where clinically indicated, he offers outdoor therapy sessions as part of a comprehensive, clinic-based mental health treatment plan. For more information about the benefits of outdoor therapy, please visit our Services section.
Tua offers sessions on Saturdays and evenings during the week, and his waiting times range from 4 weeks to 4 months, depending on the presenting concern.
