Helping you to make meaningful change
HOW I WORK
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist and I believe in therapy because it can help people to make meaningful changes in their lives. I like the metaphor of a jigsaw puzzle. You come to therapy because the pieces of your life feel scattered. You may be overwhelmed by difficult emotions, confused in your thinking and disconnected from the people and things that matter. Therapy helps to pull the puzzle pieces back together, so that you can have a clearer picture.
I facilitate a therapeutic process guided by your hopes for change, in partnership with my knowledge and experience. My aim is to help you gain clarity and take steps towards reconnecting with your values so that you can live a more meaningful life.
It’s important to note that therapy is not always easy, and can even be quite confronting at times. However, if you are willing to fully engage with the process, you are likely to reap the benefits.
My practice draws from a number of evidence-based models – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Family Systems Therapy. I also keep abreast of research into human physiology, brain anatomy and neuropsychology. These knowledge sources assist me to help you consider the emotional, physical, mental, behavioural, environmental and spiritual dimensions of your experience. With a more holistic view, we can chart a path towards practical, meaningful and sustainable change.
WHAT I OFFER
Life challenges (like puzzles!) come in all shapes and sizes. Over the past 15 years I have worked with a wide range of people facing a wide range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and stress
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Depression and mood related problems - including anger and aggression
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Addictions - alcohol, other drugs, pornography
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Relationship challenges (working with singles and couples)
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Young adult mental health and development (17+ years)
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Parenting challenges
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Grief and loss
Areas I do not specialise in:
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Eating disorders
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Sexual Abuse
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ADHD
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Autistic Spectrum Disorders.
If you need assistance with these problems, I can recommend colleagues who do work in these areas.
CONTACT & BOOKING
I work at St Marys Bay Psychology, 11 St Mary’s Bay Road. Parking is available on the road (2 hours free).
My current office days are Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Mondays and Tuesdays I work 10am - 7pm
Wednesdays I alternate weekly between a 2pm and 7pm finish.
Thursdays I work from home until 2pm and can offer tele-therapy sessions.
Fees
Each session is booked for 55 minutes and cost $220 (incl. GST for individuals; excl. GST for organizations/companies). Payments can be made by cash or direct debit/internet banking (details provided at appointment). I provide GST invoices and receipts if required.
To book please contact me on:
Address
St Marys Bay Psychology, 11 St Mary’s Bay Road.