Good Therapy Australia
Good Therapy Australia
  • Find a Therapist
    • Find a Therapist
    • View Shortlist
  • Read
    • Choosing a Therapist
    • Types of Therapists
    • Conversations with Therapists
    • Types of Therapy
    • Online Therapy
    • Questions about Therapy
    • Library
  • Participate
    • About Good Therapy
    • Philosophy & Vision
    • Psychotherapist Directory
    • Psychotherapy Space
    • Dear Therapist
    • Contact Good Therapy
  • Practitioners
    • Register
    • Training
    • Clinical Supervision
    • Group Practice Positions
    • Consulting Rooms
    • Contact Good Therapy
0 Find A Therapist
Find a Therapist
0
Good Therapy Australia

Recovery is a transformative journey of self-discovery and change.

Dr Sharelle Smith

Dr Sharelle Smith

Clinical Psychologist

Lightner Centre

Paddington, Brisbane QLD 4064

In Person + Online Therapy Australia-wide

07 3857 2509

Philosophy & Vision

Sharelle is an experienced Clinical Psychologist specialising in the treatment of trauma and complex mental health symptoms. Sharelle is the Principal Clinical Psychologist / Director of the Lightner Centre.

The Lightner Centre is a Clinical Psychology service that focuses upon recovery from trauma, mental health difficulties, and life’s challenges. Our mission at the Lightner Centre is to support the attainment of long-term recovery through the provision of comprehensive assessment that addresses the root cause of difficulties, and specialised treatments that specifically targets these areas to facilitate recovery and general wellbeing. The Lightner Centre provides a welcoming space where clients feel safe, respected, heard, and understood, and are empowered to navigate life’s challenges, and achieve meaningful and sustainable change.

Background

Prior to launching the Lightner Centre, Sharelle worked for almost a decade as a Senior Clinical Psychologist within the Crisis Stabilisation Unit, Emergency Department, and Acute Mental Health Units of the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.

Sharelle has also worked as a Senior Clinician for the Department of Veterans Affairs and an Assistant Director for the Open Arms Family and Counselling 24/7 Contact Centre. Sharelle has worked with individuals exposed to a wide range of traumatic events as well as adults and children with severe and complex mental health difficulties.
Sharelle is trained in several therapeutic modalities including TF-CBT, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and TIST.

Services

  • Psychotherapy, Group Therapy, Assessment, Workshops / Courses, Workplace Training, Professional Training, Clinical Supervision, Phone Consultations, Online Video Consultations
  • Lightner Centre provides evidence-based and individually tailored Clinical Psychology services. Our expert team are experienced in treating general and complex mental health concerns and diagnoses, and will partner with you to identify the most appropriate clinical intervention and treatment plan.

    Areas of Special Interest

  • ADD & ADHD - Adolescent Issues - Adoption / Foster Care - Alcohol & Drug Dependency - Anger Related Issues - Anxiety & Panic Attacks - Autism / Aspergers - Behavioural Issues - Bipolar Mood Disorder - Bullying - Burnout - Childhood Issues - Chronic Health Conditions - Communication Issues - Conflict Resolution - Cultural Issues - Depression - Dissociative Disorders - Dual diagnosis - Eating Disorders - Emotional Overwhelm - Gender and Sexuality - Grief and Loss - Insomnia - Learning Difficulties - Life Threatening Illness - Men's Issues - Neurological Disorders - Obsessive Compulsive - Personality Disorders - Phobias - Psychosomatic - PTSD - Relationship Issues - Schizophrenia - Self Harm - Sexual Abuse - Stress Management - Suicidal Feelings - Trauma Recovery - Women's Issues - Workplace Issues
  • Accreditations

    • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - 2021 - Bond University
    • Master of Psychology (Clinical) - 2017 - Bond University
    • Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology - 2016 - Bond University
    • Bachelor of Science (Psychology) - 2003 - Monash University

    Modalities

    ACT - CBT - DBT - Mindfulness - Schema Therapy - Solution Oriented

    Professional Associations

    • Australian Psychological Society

    Practice Locations

    41 Latrobe Terrace
    Paddington QLD 4064

    Languages

    English
    Mandarin

    Payment Options

    DVA white and gold cards accepted
    Private health & HiCAPS terminal for instant claiming
    NDIA self-managed and plan-managed
    WorkCover
    GP referral and Medicare Rebates

    Contact Sharelle

    Please contact reception to make an appointment

      07 3857 2509

    Send an email to Sharelle Smith

    Website

    When contacting a therapist, let them
    know you found them at Good Therapy


    © 2025 Good Therapy Australia
    Psychotherapy Practioner Directory | Listing Status: Active

    Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Disclaimer