Frankie Latimer
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I bring extensive experience working with adults navigating a wide range of life challenges including trauma, c-PTSD and PTSD, substance and alcohol dependency, life transitions, relationship changes and the complex emotional landscapes that accompany these experiences. My therapeutic approach is grounded in humanistic, evidence-based modalities, integrated in a way that honours each person’s unique needs, strengths, and history. I believe that meaningful change occurs within a safe, attuned and collaborative therapeutic relationship—one where clients feel seen, respected and supported as they explore their inner world at a pace that feels right for them.
I utilise a variety of approaches including EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT and DBT all with the aim of offering clients personal insight, skill development and the ability to process unresolved emotional experience. All of our work will be underpinned with a strong focus on somatic and body-based work, informed by polyvagal theory to support nervous system regulation, improve vagal tone and enhance a client’s ability to return to centre (window of tolerance) more quickly. These methods emphasise the wisdom of the body—helping clients build awareness, safety and stability as foundational elements for healing and growth.
My work is pragmatic, integrative, trauma-informed and collaborative. I aim to help clients cultivate understanding, develop practical skills for managing distress and reconnect with their capacity for resilience, meaning and self-leadership. Whether you are seeking support for longstanding difficulties or navigating a new life challenge, my role is to walk alongside you with curiosity, compassion and practical guidance as you move toward the changes you seek.
Feel free to give me a call and leave a message. I will call you back and we can cover any questions and see if it feels right for you, obligation free!
To Contact Frankie
Please call Hartington Reception: (03) 9482 1888
Email: info@hartington.com.au
Fees
Sessions are 50 mins long with fees starting at $190 per session.
I do offer 90 minute sessions at a rate of $250.
Rebates are available from Medicare with a referral from your GP.
I see clients under TAC, NDIS and VOCAT/FAS also.
Private health options also with BUPA, Medibank Private and Teachers Union Health Fund.