Philosophy & Vision
I provide sensitive, supportive & professional therapy targeted to your specific concerns & goals. I have over 19 years experience in a broad range of psychological therapies targeting a wide range of problems.
In collaboration with you, I will select a therapy approach that best matches your particular issue & personal style. My objective is to assist you to deal with your concerns in an effective & efficient manner & to support you to engage in what is important & meaningful to you.
Background
Govt & non-govt hospital & community health settings including mental health, general health, cancer care, health promotion, & private practice.
Lectured & supervised post-graduate psychology students. Clinical research: postnatal depression & psychological adjustment to cancer. Published & presented at professional symposia.
Registered Clinical Psychologist: Private practice, Cancer Council, Prince Charles Hospital, Royal Brisbane & Women's Hospital, QLD Health-Promotion, Corrective Services.
Services
Individual psychotherapy for adults. Duration of therapy varies based on needs.
Particular expertise in depression, anxiety, grief and health issues.
Quality Provision
As a full member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and the Clinical College, I adhere to the ethical and professional standards required of this organisation. I strongly believe in the importance of keeping abreast of the latest developments and techniques in psychology in order to provide the most up to date and evidenced based therapy possible. As such I engage in ongoing professional development through seminars, workshops, conferences, reading and peer review groups.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- BA (Hons) Psych - 1987
- Masters of Clinical Psychology - 1994
- Doctor of Psychology - 2009
Modalities
ACT - CBT - Interpersonal - Meditation - Mindfulness - Person Centred - Schema Therapy - Solution Oriented
Therapy Approach
I have expertise in a range of therapeutic approaches including cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness meditation, schema focussed therapy, experiential and solution focussed strategies. I aim to offer an approach best matched to your particular concerns and style.
Professional Associations
- Australian Association for Cognitive & Behaviour Therapy
- Australian Psychological Society