Significant research into women involved in the justice system has highlighted a majority present with histories of trauma stemming from early childhood and compounded through multiple traumatic events over time. Complex trauma is something that is not well defined in Australia and subsequently relevant practice policies and frameworks are yet to be established for the multiple services that women with complex trauma are in contact with. Addressing multiple needs of a woman is challenged through a fragmented service system that is designed with services funded to respond to one issue at the one time. This approach leaves many women who have multiple and complex needs falling through the gaps and experiencing ongoing physical, sexual and emotional harm. There has been significant movement in services skilling up their workforce to be trauma-informed and whilst this is a positive step-forward, the challenge is that the model of care required to support individuals with complex trauma appears to be non-existent in the Victorian Mental Health System.