Vista Therapy
counselling for recent or childhood trauma
Experienced, empathetic and focused on results
About
Meet Karl, award-winning mental health nurse and trauma therapist
Counsellor and trainer for over 20 years. Hi, I’m Karl Jacks, founder of Vista Advanced Psychological Therapy. I began my career in the UK, and have worked in mental health for decades. I’ve helped people overcome severe trauma, from childhood abuse to the loss of everything in the Queensland floods. I’ve seen how the damage can last for years, and I love helping people move beyond it.
Why choose me as your trauma therapist?
Healing Beyond Coping
Award-Winning Nurse
I’m a fully credentialed mental health nurse, and was recognized as the Queensland Health, Townsville University Hospital’s Mental Health Nurse of the Year in 2015.
Trauma Therapy Expertise
I’m fully trained in trauma-focused techniques including EMDR, CBT, ACT, and solution-focused therapy.
20+ Years Experience
I’ve been providing trauma therapy for over 20 years, and I’ve worked with some very challenging clients:
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People with intellectual disability as well as trauma and other mental health issues
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Others whose lives were devastated by Queensland floods in 2009
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The diverse cultures of rural and remote Queensland communities
Trainer & Educator
I’m an established trainer and educator in trauma and trauma therapy.
Trauma Training Workshops
Trauma training for professionals, family members, support workers, allies and more
When I was working in remote health in Queensland, I saw first-hand how many people stayed ‘on the books’ of support organisations for years. All too often, unresolved trauma from many years ago left these people vulnerable. Their trauma was frequently triggered, adversely impacting their mental wellbeing, their relationships and their daily lives.
Informal discussions about the long-term impact of trauma gradually morphed into formal workshops and training, which I run for organisations and as public courses.
In addition to one-on-one counselling, I run trauma training workshops for health professionals, support workers and others.
