"I am a fully registered Senior Psychologist with over 40 years’ experience in the field, both in the United Kingdom and Australia."
Most of my work has been in the rural and remote areas of Queensland, where I have gained experience working within the medical field and with many different community- based organisations.
I am currently working mostly in telehealth and have clients from most states in Australia and some countries overseas.
I have an eclectic approach to my work, using a range of evidence based techniques to help you feel valued and empowered in your treatment and recovery.
I have a specific interest in trauma and grief/loss, particularly relating to childhood trauma and the impact that this can have on your adult life.
I am keen to work with clients who present with all types of psychological challenges, and will use a client centred, holistic approach to help you improve your ‘day to day’ life and overall psychological wellbeing.
Experience in Psychology
- Private practice
- Teaching psychology in TAFE and University
- Managing community counselling services
- Educational psychologist/guidance officer
- Victims of Crime NSW counsellor
- Victims of Rural Psychologist for Indigenous communities Crime NSW counsellor
- Psychologist for VVCS (Open arms) including many workshop presentations
Qualifications
- BA (Hons) Psychology (University of Central Lancs) 1983 Major in Cognitive, Social and Abnormal Psychology
- City and Guilds (London) Diploma in Teaching Adults in higher education
- Diploma in Clinical Hypnosis
- City and Guilds (London) Certificate in Counselling
- JP (Qual)
- Member of AAPI (Australian Association of Psychologists Incorporated)
Areas of Interest
- Mental Health
- Trauma
- Victims of Crime
- Sex Therapy
- Alcohol and Drug Abuse
- Addictions
- Eating Disorders
- Stress and Burnout
- Workplace Bullying
- Relationship Counselling
- Grief and Loss
- Chronic Pain
- Sleeping Disorders
- Self Esteem and Self Worth
Therapeutic Modalities
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Schema Focussed Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focussed Therapy
- Mindfulness
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Supportive Psychotherapy
- Trauma Informed Therapy