Dr Bernadette Bywater
Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Supervisor
Centre Point Psychology
Five Dock, Sydney NSW 2046
In Person + Telehealth
Philosophy & Vision
Going to therapy for the first time can be scary and a non-judgemental, safe, relaxed environment where you feel heard and supported by a therapist you can trust is essential. Good therapy should improve mental health but also leave people with a greater understanding of themselves and the confidence to manage life's challenges in the future.
Professional qualification and a commitment to ongoing training is important, but I have learnt the most from the people I have had the privilege of working with.
Know all the theories, master all the techniques but as you touch a human soul, be just another human soul.' Carl Jung
Background
All of our psychologists at Centre Point Psychology are fully qualified and registered. They commit to ongoing post graduate training. Some have specific training in Schema, IFS, CBT, DBT and EMDR.
Services
When you contact Centre Point Psychology, we will ask for some information about you so that a psychologist can help you to decide which psychologist will be best suited to you. Therapy begins with developing an understanding of you and your situation. We work with you to develop a plan for therapy that will be designed to improve your current situation by using a range of therapy approaches.
Quality Provision
At Centre Point Psychology we commit to ongoing training and regular clinical supervision to ensure that we are providing high quality care that is informed by recent research and clinical experience.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology - 2002 - University of Birmingham
- Post Graduate Diploma in Psychology - 1998 - Macquarie University
- Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) - 1997 - Macquarie University
- Diploma in Eating Disorders - 2000 - National Centre for Eating Disorders UK
- EMDR I and II - 2016 - Associated Psychology Melb
- EMDR Master Class - 2021/2 - Associated Psychology Melb
- Internal Family Systems Level 1 - 2023 - IFS Instiute
Modalities
ACT - Attachment Theory - CBT - DBT - Developmental - EMDR - Emotionally Focused Therapy - Existential - Holistic - Inner Child - Integrative - Internal Family Systems - Interpersonal - Meditation - Mindfulness - Motivational Interviewing - Narrative Therapy - Person Centred - Solution Oriented - Somatic Psychotherapy - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
We are a trauma informed practice. We commit to the ethical treatment of clients in a way that is respectful of culture, sexual orientation and ability.
Professional Associations
- Australian Psychological Society
- EMDRAA
Practice Locations
104/ 49 Queens Road
Five Dock NSW 2046
Free client parking is available on site.
409 Great North Road
Abbotsford NSW 2046
Appointments
Face to face and Zoom appointments are available with some psychologists offering limited after hours options.
Payment Options
Payment is made at the time of the session and Medicare rebates may apply if you have a valid Mental Health Care Plan from your GP. Some private health funds may provide a rebate for therapy.
Contact Bernadette
Please contact me to make an appointment