Psychologist Adelaide
Seeking help is nothing to be ashamed about. Everybody goes through periods of turmoil and upheaval.
I am an experienced psychologist and family therapist who can provide help, support and guidance.
I hope to support you to achieve realistic and meaningful changes in your life if that is your desire. My primary aim is to interrupt the existing patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving that maintain your distress and to introduce new skills so that you can move on in life effectively.
I have a deep interest in helping people heal from stress and trauma, to help them reduce anxiety, conquer depression and build life-giving relationships. It is urgent today to acquire the skills to create our own sense of contentment by seeking more control over our own thoughts and deeds and foregoing misguided attempts at controlling those things that are simply uncontrollable. In short, it is enough that we learn to surf the waves of the ocean without shifting the shoreline.
My services are mainly office-based and in-person complemented by telehealth if required. Any mental health emergency will be referred to the SA Mental Health Triage Services on 131465.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Bachelor of Science with Honours
- Bachelor in Social Administration
- Graduate Certificate in Mediation (Family)
- Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
- Bachelor of Psychology with Honours
- Diploma in Clinical Hypnosis
My Psychology Services
Fostering positive momentum towards healthier and more resilient relationships with the support of a mental health professional has the potential to be pivotal in your life.
I can work with you to help you develop skills and strategies that may improve various aspects of your relationship and assist you to live a more fulfilling life. My areas of interest include couple relationships and family relationships.
When families change and grow, it can be both a positive and difficult experience. Blended families may face unique challenges that require a careful and intricate approach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are your session fees?
The session fee for an individual is $250 for appointments from 8AM to 4PM. The fee for appointments later than 4PM is $275.
The fee for a couple consultation is $295 for appointments from 8AM to 4PM. The fee for appointments later than 4PM is $320.
The fee for a family session is $120 per person
You can read more about fees any payment options here.
Do you offer online consultations?
Are there rebates available for our session?
If you have Private Health Insurance with Extras for Psychology, you can probably claim a rebate from your Health Funds. As Funds vary with their policies and levels of cover, it is best that you check directly with your Health Funds.
Medicare offers rebates for individuals, not couples, under a Mental Health Plan which is to be written by your GP. A Mental Health Plan has a shelf life of 12 months and during that period, you are entitled to 10 sessions assigned by your GP as 6 sessions, initially, and another 4 sessions following a review consult.
Find out more information on available rebates here.
Will our sessions remain confidential?
All our sessions are confidential. Psychologists are legally bound by confidentiality except when subpoenaed by court or when there is a serious risk of harm to you or another person or if mandated to report.
Psychologists are mandated reporters under the Firearms Regulations 2017. We are required to report suspected firearm injuries or any unsafe situations with firearms.
Psychologists are mandated to report if they suspect on reasonable grounds that a child or young person is at risk of harm.
You can find more information on privacy and your legal rights here.
What should I expect from the first appointment?
What is your cancellation policy?
We require a minimum of 48 business hours notice so that cancelled appointments can be offered to those on the waiting list. If cancellation occurs less than 48 business hours before the appointment and in the case of non-attendance, full fees will be charged. You can read more on our cancellation policy here.
Are you ready to make an appointment?
The Gottman Method
Taking different approaches when working to improve certain issues is important to cater for the specific needs of an individual or couple. One such technique that I implement is known as the Gottman Method.
This approach to couples therapy sessions and marriage counselling focuses on three profiles of relationships: the friendship profile, the conflict profile, and the shared meanings profile.
Interventions are tailored to the specific strengths and weaknesses of a couple’s relationship in terms of these profiles. There is a particular focus on perpetual issues, solvable problems, and conflict resolution and communication.
Do you struggle with?
Obsessive thoughts can focus on safety, germs, order or symmetry. Obsessional thinking is often paired with repeated behaviour or ritual to reduce anxiety that accompanies the thinking. This complex issue is often best dealt with through qualified and experienced professional support.
How to make an appointment?
Thank you for taking the time to visit our website. The most effective and time efficient way to make an appointment is to click here or use the booking button in the menu bar. Alternatively appointments can be made by telephone. If you want to find out more about the practice or services available please feel free to fill out the contact form and we will respond to you as soon as possible.
Call or book online
Make an appointment by booking online or ringing reception on (08) 8363 3974.
Receive a SMS Reminder
Once you have made an appointment, we will send you a message as a reminder.
What should I bring to my appointment?
In the first appointment, you can expect me to listen carefully to what you say and don’t say. It is natural to feel nervous. You have my utmost respect for being so courageous.
Kensington Practice
316 The Parade Kensington SA 5068
Mondays, Tuesdays and
Thursdays from 8am to 7pm
Wednesday from 2pm to 7pm
Who to contact in an out of hour emergency?
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