Mr Liam Guthrie-Lyons
Psychologist
Basten and Associates Clinical Psychologists
Chatswood, Sydney NSW 2067
In Person + Telehealth
Philosophy & Vision
Liam believes that every client deserves treatment of a high quality, including a strong therapeutic relationship in which the client is shown genuine empathy and care. Liam aims to provide evidence-based treatment (treatments that have been shown to be effective from research).
Background
Liam is a Clinical Psychology Registrar with general registration as a psychologist. He has completed degrees in psychology at the University of Sydney (Bachelor of Science) and Macquarie University (Master of Clinical Psychology). He has experience working in private practice, hospital and university clinics. Liam has experience treating a variety of different presentations including depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, grief, trauma, workplace difficulties, adjustment to injury, and functional/somatic symptoms.
Services
Individual therapy and counselling for children, adolescents and adults.
Psychological assessment and testing.
SIRA accredited for sessions under worker's compensation.
Quality Provision
Commitment to evidence-based practice
Adhering to APS ethics guidelines
Liam maintains professional development regularly
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- Master of Clinical Psychology - 2021 - Macquarie University
- Bachelor of Science (Honours in Psychology) - 2017 - Sydney University
Modalities
CBT - Motivational Interviewing - Solution Oriented - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
Liam engages in evidence-based practice (using treatments with known effectiveness from research). His main therapeutic orientation is cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), though his approach is individually tailored to each client and he may use different therapeutic modalities depending on the client's presentation.
He has a passion for providing collaborative and caring treatment to his clients. He believes that forming a strong therapeutic relationship with genuine empathy towards his clients is essential.
Professional Associations
- Australian Association for Cognitive & Behaviour Therapy
Practice Locations
Suite 4, 27 Albert Avenue
Chatswood NSW 2067
Free parking (3-hour limit) at Westfield carpark, some free street parking available depending on the time of day.
Appointments
Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm
Friday 9am to 12.30pm. After school appointments are in high demand and cannot be guaranteed.
Fees & Insurance
While there is a standard fee of $208 per session, fees are variable, with rebates through Medicare and private health insurers, with whom our practice is registered.
Payment Options
Etfpos, Visa, MasterCard, Cheque.
Contact Liam
Please contact me to make an appointment