Gerhard Venter

Clinical Psychologist

Gerhard Venter Psychology

BPsych(Hons), MPsych(Clin), Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS).

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Brisbane In-Clinic and Online Appointments

Available on Tuesday and Thursday.

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Issues I Can Help You With

Managing the impact of Trauma
Men’s Emotional Wellbeing (navigating the unique challenges men face in health and life)
Workplace Issues & Bullying (practical support for high-pressure environments)
Stress & Burnout
Addictive Behaviours (breaking cycles of dependency)
ADHD Assessment & Symptom Management
Anxiety Disorders (including Panic and Social Anxiety)
Depression
Relationship Issues & Communication Skills (improving connection and assertiveness)
Grief and Loss
Adjustment Disorder (coping with a major life change or stressful event)
Difficult Life Transitions
Loneliness and Isolation
Self-Esteem & Self-worth Issues
Anger Management.

About Gerhard Venter

I am an approachable and compassionate Clinical Psychologist with over 30 years of experience. I work with adults aged 18 years and older, providing a grounded and professional space to navigate life’s complexities.

I describe my style as engaging and informal yet deeply professional. I understand that by the time many people reach out for support, they are looking for a clinician who offers more than just theory; they want someone with genuine life and professional experience. Having managed acute mental health services and worked in military and industrial settings, I am a steady presence for those navigating crisis or long-standing challenges.

My goal is to help you feel heard and understood while providing you with the evidence-based tools you need to move forward with resilience.

Trauma, Crisis & Recovery

My engagement with acute mental health services has given me substantial experience in risk assessment and crisis management. I am experienced in helping clients process trauma with focused approaches like EMDR Therapy and Somatic Experiencing.

Workplace Wellbeing & Executive Stress

Having provided consultation services for human relations in the petrochemical industry, I have an understanding of the unique pressures of the corporate world. Whether you are dealing with executive burnout, workplace bullying, or the stress of navigating a difficult career transition, I can support you with strategies to help you regain your professional confidence.

“I bring much professional, life, and relationship experience to our work. I understand the stress modern life puts on individuals, and I am here to help you navigate it“.

– Gerhard Venter

Evidence-Based Therapies I Use

I am trained in a range of evidence-based therapy approaches, allowing me to determine the most appropriate approach for your presentation. These include:

EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing): Often used to help people move past distressing memories or “stuck” emotional patterns. EMDR helps your brain process difficult past experiences so they no longer feel as intense or overwhelming in your day-to-day life.
CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy): A practical approach that helps you identify the link between your thoughts, feelings, and actions. It is particularly helpful for managing anxiety and depression by teaching you how to challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and build more effective habits.
ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy): This approach focuses on building “psychological flexibility”. Instead of fighting against difficult thoughts or feelings, we work on mindfulness and staying present, helping you move toward the things that truly matter most to you.
Strategic Therapy and Clinical Hypnosis: A flexible, goal-oriented way of working that focuses on finding creative solutions to specific life problems, considering the functionality of symptomatic behaviour within the social domain and adopting more functional behaviours.
Clinical Hypnosis: utilised in conjunction with other therapeutic approaches where indicated.
Ego State Therapy: This therapy helps you understand and resolve internal conflicts by working with the different emotional “parts” of your personality that developed over time in response to challenging circumstances.

Qualifications, Memberships & Registrations

Master of Clinical Psychology, University of South Africa (UNISA) Pretoria, South Africa.
Bachelor of Psychology (Hons) University of South Africa (UNISA) Pretoria, South Africa.
Member of Australian Psychological Society (MAPS)
Registered with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulatory Authority (AHPRA)

Fees, Funding & Rebates

July 1st, 2026

325
Individual Private Appointment (50-min)
175.95
Medicare Gap Fee with GP Mental Health Care Plan (50-min)

Rebates and other funding may be available depending on your eligibility.

Medicare Gap Fee: The difference between the psychologist session fee and the Medicare rebate.
Medicare Rebates: $149.05 per 50+ minute session with a valid doctor’s referral or Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP). You can secure your first appointment with a psychologist without a referral, but you must have one at the appointment to be eligible for the rebate. More about Medicare rebates >
Private Health Rebates: Available depending on your private health policy and ‘extras’ cover. Please contact your private health insurance company to check your eligibility and the exact rebate amounts. More about Private Health Insurance rebates >

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Meet Gerhard Venter

I enjoy working in my garden.

When I am not at work I enjoy playing golf
Like riding my mountain bike

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