Our Team
We are situated in Acton, North Belconnen and O’Connor
The Canberra Psychology Centre for Children and Families (CPCCF) is an established and well-regarded private psychology practice providing best practice in assessment, diagnostics and therapy.
We believe that standalone buildings with spacious therapy rooms, located in easily accessible private and peaceful settings, with ample parking, are ideal for the services we provide.
We are a collaborative team of experienced Psychologists, with individual areas of expertise, and we are highly motivated to provide best practice services to children, adolescents and adults.
We also provide family therapy and therapy for parents/parenting support.
Acton
Limestone House
Corner of Lawson Cres. & Lennox Crossing,
Acton, ACT 2601
Our Acton office is set on a large private block on the West Basin foreshore of Lake Burley Griffin (close to the National Museum of Australia).
Major arterial roads provide easy access to this location, with plenty of parking available directly across from the office.
Kevin Bulbeck
Clinical Psychologist
Kevin has over 20 years’ experience working with children, adolescents and adults. Kevin utilises evidence-based treatments and incorporates techniques and tools from a …
Jacqueline Clode
Clinical Psychologist
Jacqueline is experienced in working with people across the lifespan and has a special interest in supporting both children and ….
Cindy Towers
Registered Educational and Developmental Psychologist
Cindy has a keen interest in understanding how children think, feel, learn and experience the world around them.
Archana Nair
Clinical Psychologist
Archana completed her Master of Clinical Psychology degree at the Australian National University. She has worked with individuals across the developmental …..
Ellie Stewart
Registered Psychologist
With a keen interest in assessment, Ellie is experienced in identifying strengths and challenges and providing tailored recommendations to support young people.
Erica Boulter
Clinical Psychologist
Erica has experience in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of psychological difficulties (including developmental, behavioural, and emotional ..
Suzanne Vivian
Registered Psychologist
Suzanne has experience in working with a diverse range of counselling roles and is highly tuned to the individual needs of each client….
North Belconnen
North Belconnen Assessment and Therapy Centre
Charnwood, ACT, 2615
Our North Belconnen office is set high on a hill in a quiet location that borders Flynn and Fraser.
This building has disabled facilities.
Major arterial roads provide easy access to this location and we have ample private parking on site, and free parking adjacent.
Jo Richardson
Clinical Psychologist
Jo is a Clinical Psychologist who obtained her Master of Clinical Psychology degree in 2007. Jo has over 20 years of experience working with clients across the…
Sheree Taylor
Registered Psychologist
Sheree completed her Postgraduate Degree of Psychology at Bond University and her Undergraduate training at the University of Canberra. Sheree has years of experience…..
Jeremy de Bear
Registered Psychologist and Clinical Psychology Registrar
Jeremy is passionate about providing high-quality, evidence-based interventions and support, with a respectful, warm, engaging, and empathic approach to his clients.
Tommy Choi
Clinical Psychologist
Tommy is experienced in working with a diverse range of clients and has an interest in working with adolescents and adults who have difficulties in interpersonal ….
Katie Scutt
Registered Psychologist and Clinical Psychology Registrar
Katie works with a range of presenting problems (ages 6 and up) including eating disorders, body image concerns, depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, sleep problems, stress and burnout ….
Sally Herbert
Registered Psychologist
Sally has developed her psychological practice through direct clinical placements within statutory child protection settings.
Jen Fear
Clinical Psychologist
Jen is currently working from a cognitive-behavioural, client-focused approach. Jen understands how hard it can be to talk about distressing issues and aims to build trust…
Michelle Motha
Registered Psychologist
Michelle has lived and worked in several countries and understands the importance of considering every individual in the context of their environment, and……..
O’Connor
O’Connor Professional Centre
Unit 7/15 Sargood St, O’Connor, ACT, 2602
Our O’Connor office is situated in the O’Connor Professional Centre.
This is a quiet and private location alongside other health professionals.
Our O’Connor office has free parking and is approximately 3 kilometers from Civic.
Dr Kimberlee McFarlane
Clinical Psychologist
Kim is passionate about caring for children and their families in a psychological capacity. She creates a warm, safe and non-judgemental space for her …
Lily Kiriyama
Registered Psychologist
Lily is warm and empathetic. She strives to create a safe and supportive space where children and families feel heard, understood, and empowered to overcome difficulties and make meaningful change.
Cindy Towers
REGISTERED EDUCATIONAL and DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Cindy has over 14 years of experience supporting children, young people, and their families in school and community settings. She works with a diverse range of presentations, focusing on learning, behavioural, social, and emotional needs.
Cindy cares deeply about her clients. Her approach is collaborative and she values client centred methods.
Cindy has a keen interest in understanding how children think, feel, learn and experience the world around them. She is passionate about identifying strengths and challenges and encouraging and supporting children to thrive.
Cindy incorporates Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and positive behaviour theory in her practice, as well as a holistic approach to support children and young people.
Andrew Ticehurst
Registered Psychologist
Andrew has extensive experience in providing psychological services in a range of different settings. Andrew works across a wide range of presentations including ….
Sandra Wolmarans
Registered Psychologist
Sandra provides personalised, compassionate psychological therapy, helping clients feel understood, empowered, and guided toward meaningful and lasting change.
Sally Herbert
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
Sally has developed her psychological practice through direct clinical placements within statutory child protection settings.
She brings well-developed skills in trauma-focused cognitive behavioural therapy (TF-CBT), counselling, and psychological assessment, along with a strong understanding of attachment, child development, and complex trauma.
Sally enjoys working collaboratively with teams from other disciplines to provide evidence-based client-centered care.
Jeremy deBear
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST REGISTRAR
Jeremy obtained his Master of Clinical Psychology degree in early 2025. He is passionate about providing high-quality, evidence-based interventions and support, with a respectful, warm, engaging, and empathic approach to his clients.
Jeremy is experienced in working with stress, anxiety, overwhelm, low mood, neurodivergence, disability, emotional or behavioural difficulties, relationship stress, addiction, and major life changes. He helps people move forward by taking the time to understand them as a whole person and building evidence-based, neuro-affirming holistic support around their goals, strengths, and everyday life.
Jeremy’s background includes university clinic and health service settings, including working in a high-risk adolescent program with young people experiencing complex difficulties. He also has experience in disability support work.
Andrew Ticehurst
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
Andrew has extensive experience in providing psychological services in a range of different settings. Andrew works across a wide range of presentations including but not limited to anxiety, depression, stress, work or study difficulties, grief and loss, anger, and interpersonal/relationship problems.
Andrew’s therapy style focuses on empathy, compassion, and collaboration to achieve the best outcome.
Andrew combines aspects of multiple therapies, with a main focus on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Katie Scutt
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY REGISTRAR
Katie is a clinical psychology registrar and is completing her clinical psychology PhD at the Australian National University, in the area of eating disorders.
Katie began her career working in the Australian Public Service which has spanned almost20 years. Following her passion, she embarked on a career change and retrained as a psychologist.
Katie’s approach to therapy is collaborative, strengths-based and focused on partnering with her clients to identify and achieve their goals. She works primarily from a CognitiveBehavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) framework.
Katie also draws on other therapeutic approaches as needed to support her clients such as motivational interviewing and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). When working with children and families, Katie adopts an attachment-focused approach and strives to work within the child’s ecosystem to support optimal outcomes for the child and family as a whole.
Katie works with a range of presenting problems (ages 6 and up) including eating disorders, body image concerns, depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, sleep problems, stress and burnout, adjustment/life transitions, study difficulties (e.g., procrastination), and moving beyond distress to cultivating positive mental health.
Katie is passionate about incorporating positive psychology into her approachere indicatedand her PhD research is investigating how doing so can improve treatment of eating disorders.
Paula Lorena Chaparro
PROVISIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Paula is a bilingual Provisional Psychologist (Spanish/English) registered in Australia. She completed her psychology studies in Colombia before gaining her provisional registration in Australia.
Paula has experience supporting children, adolescents, and families with a wide range of developmental and mental health needs, and is dedicated to providing culturally responsive care for individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Paula has developed broad clinical experience across hospital, community, and early intervention settings. Her background includes working within acute mental health teams as well as child and adolescent services, where she has provided individual therapy, group programs, and family support. Through these roles, Paula has built strong skills in assessment, emotional regulation, behavioural support, and family- centred care.
In her practice, Paula frequently utilises Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), adapting interventions to suit the unique needs and goals of her clients.
Paula has a particular interest in resilience-building, emotional regulation, and behavioural support, with an overall passion for supporting children and adolescents to thrive in their everyday lives.
Sandra Wolmarans
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
Sandra is a registered psychologist who has 20 years experience working with children, adolescents, and parents in various settings.
Sandra completed her postgraduate degree in psychology at Charles Sturt University in2014, after earning her undergraduate degree in psychology and child and family studies at Edith Cowan University in Western Australia.
Prior to qualifying as a psychologist, Sandra taught in preschools and primary schools across Queensland, Western Australia, and New South Wales. She also worked in early intervention and out-of-home care, taking on both parenting support and case management roles.
Sandra provides personalised, compassionate psychological therapy, helping clients feel understood, empowered, and guided toward meaningful and lasting change. She has extensive experience with developmental and behavioral concerns, parenting stress, youth mental health, and trauma processing.
Sandra’s clinical practice has included treating children and adults who have experienced depression, anxiety, grief, adjustment disorders, interpersonal and developmental trauma,and self-harm behaviours.
She utilises evidence-based treatments including, but not limited to, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Exposure Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Marte Meo, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Play Therapy. Sandra most frequently employs these approaches in her practice.
Patricia Ksiezak
Registered Psychologist
M.Sc (Clinical Health Psychology)
In over 15 years of practicing, Patricia has helped adolescents and adults with broad range of issues such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, body image issues …
Paula Lorena Chaparro
Provisional Psychologist
Paula is a bilingual Provisional Psychologist (Spanish/English) registered in Australia. Paula is dedicated to providing culturally responsive care for individuals from diverse backgrounds…
Kevin Bulbeck
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Kevin has over 20 years’ experience working with children, adolescents and adults. Kevin completed his Psychology Honours degree in 1998 and obtained his Master of Clinical Psychology degree in 2003 at the University of Queensland. Kevin utilises evidence-based treatments and incorporates techniques and tools from a wide variety of therapeutic approaches.
Kevin has worked within primary schools, supervised Masters students as a Clinical Teaching Fellow, and worked at the Northern Rivers Area Health Services as a Clinical Psychologist within Child and Family Counselling. In various roles, Kevin has conducted clinical psychological assessments, implemented psychological and behavioural interventions, and facilitated group parenting programs and group anxiety programs for children. He has also co-facilitated an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Men’s group and an Asperger’s Group. Kevin has spent the past 12 years in private practice in NSW.
Kevin’s practice focusses on the specialised treatment of all emotional and behavioural problems associated with children aged 12 years and under. He works with a range of presentations, including but not limited to: ADHD, anxiety, depression, anger, aggression, trauma, sleep difficulties, Asperger’s/ASD, oppositional and defiant behaviours, grief and loss, self-esteem.
Kevin provides services for adolescents and adults experiencing mental health difficulties such as stress, anxiety, depression, and sleep problems.
Kevin is also trained in clinical hypnotherapy, the behavioural management of Bipolar Disorder, treatments for PTSD, drug and alcohol problems, and Schema Therapy for personality disorders.
Natalia Worony
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
B.PSYCH (HONS), M.CLINPSYCH
Natalia joined The Canberra Psychology Centre for Children and Families team in 2017, following extensive work experience and training within her Masters degree at the University of Canberra Psychology Clinic, Calvary Haydon Retirement Village and Every Man (formerly known as the Canberra Men’s Centre). Natalia has worked closely with children, young people and their families in the welfare system as well as the criminal justice system.
Natalia completed a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and a Master of Clinical Psychology at the University of Canberra, and she works flexibly and collaboratively with children, adolescents, couples and families to ensure that their needs are being met.
Natalia works with a variety of therapeutic models including:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Mindful Self Compassion (MSC)
- Schema Therapy
- Eye Movement Densensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
*Natalia utilises EMDR with adolescent and adult clients who present with depression, anxiety and trauma.
*Please note that Natalia is currently on extended leave
Alexandra Arentz
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Alex is a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years’ experience of working with clients across the lifespan. Having completed a Master of Clinical Psychology degree in 2017, Alex has considerable experience and expertise in working with children, adolescents and adults in a wide range of settings.
Alex is experienced and passionate about providing therapy for a range of issues, including but not limited to: trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, behaviour problems, bullying, anger, school refusal and behavioural issues. Alex utilises various treatment approaches tailored to the individual including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focussed CBT (TF-CBT), Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Alex also works with adults on a range of issues, including stress, anxiety, eating disorders and personality disorders.
Alex’s therapeutic style is warm and genuine, and she is strongly committed to providing clients with high quality service.
Archana Nair
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Archana completed her Master of Clinical Psychology degree at the Australian National University. She has worked with individuals across the developmental span, and is particularly interested in providing mental health services to children, adolescents and their families. In her previous roles at the Paediatric Acute Support Service in the Canberra Hospital, the ANU Clinic, and the ANU Counselling centre, she worked with a range of clinical presentations, including but not limited to: anxiety disorders, stress related symptoms, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, elimination disorders (urinary incontinence/and or faecal soiling), sleep difficulties, eating disorders, conduct problems, oppositional defiance, and psychological distress associated with medical conditions.
She has also previously worked in non-governmental organisations to provide assessments and interventions for children with intellectual disabilities, learning disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and ADHD.
Archana’s previous research projects have explored factors affecting CBT outcome in Paediatric OCD and early behavioural interventions for children with Autism. Prior to qualifying as a Psychologist, Archana gathered clinically relevant experience in roles such as a suicide prevention and crisis support helpline volunteer, a co-facilitator of problem solving and resilience building workshops for school aged children, and an early intervention volunteer for children with Autism and their families.
Archana is passionate about tailoring evidence based interventions to suit client needs, and utilising individual strengths to address skill deficits. Her preferred intervention modalities are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Behavioural and Attachment based Parent Training, Person Centred Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy and Motivational Interviewing.
She has also had experience with integrating child friendly approaches, such as play and narrative therapy, to forge stronger rapport and engagement, and to optimise therapeutic outcomes. She is committed to working collaboratively with clients to help them develop lasting skills to achieve their goals, and enhance their wellbeing.
Jacqueline Clode
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Jacqueline completed her Master of Clinical Psychology degree at the University of Canberra, in 2018. Jacqueline is experienced in working with people across the lifespan and has a special interest in assisting children to reach their potential, as well as families; supporting parents and caregivers to make effective and lasting change.
Jacqueline utilises various evidence-based therapies, tailoring them to the needs and goals of clients. Jacqueline’s areas of interest include stress, anxiety, depression, risk assessment, bullying, anger management, school refusal and behavioural issues, as well as, support for LBGTQIA+. For younger children, Jacqueline utilises play therapy to assist with improved treatment outcomes. She has a strong belief that a good experience now will result in increased help-seeking behaviours in the future.
Jacqueline has formalised training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and exposure to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), NarrativeTherapy, Schema Therapy and Mindfulness/Self-compassion.
Jacqueline has a background in human resources; creating and facilitating training programs, wellbeing and health research and prevention, and complex people management.
Michelle Moore
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Michelle has a Master of Clinical Psychology from the University of Canberra.
Throughout her degree, Michelle trained in private practice, health and education settings. As such, she has experience working with people from diverse backgrounds, and is especially passionate about supporting older children, adolescents and adults. She enjoys working with a broad range of clinical presentations, and her main areas of interest include stress, anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, grief and loss.
Michelle uses evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and draws on motivational interviewing and mindfulness techniques in her sessions.
Michelle takes an empathetic, warm, person-centred approach to therapy and tailors treatment to individual needs to help clients reach their goals.
Patricia Ksiezak
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
M.Sc (CLINICAL HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY)
Patricia Ksiezak is an experienced Registered Psychologist who holds a Masters Degree in Clinical Health Psychology.
In over 15 years of practicing, Patricia has helped adolescents and adults with broad range of issues such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders and body image issues, cross-cultural differences. She is particularly passionate about gender and sexual identity issues as well as helping people improve their self esteem and assertiveness skills.
Patricia uses various treatment techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), emotionally-focused therapy, interpersonal psychotherapy and often tailors these techniques for the individual needs of her clients.
Jo Hanna
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Jo is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who works with children, adolescents, families and young adults with a range of psychological and behavioural concerns.
Jo believes that the therapeutic relationship is of utmost importance and as such strives to provide a comfortable, safe, caring, supportive and non-judgmental environment. She ensures that a collaborative approach is undertaken with each individual so that they may work together to navigate the presented difficulties. Jo is aware that there is no ‘one size fits all’ for therapy and adapts the therapeutic process to each person based on their difficulties, individual needs and personal strengths.
Jo provides evidence-based treatments and has worked extensively within the following therapeutic modalities: Systemic Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and Schema Therapy. Jo has also worked academically at the University of New England and in research at the University of Sydney.
Across her career, Jo has worked individually, with groups, and with families in a variety of settings, including university psychology clinic, camps for disadvantaged children, private practice, and adolescent outpatient and inpatient hospital settings. During her time in a range of settings, Jo has worked with children, adolescents, families, adults, and older adults. As a result, she is experienced in the assessment and treatment of a range of psychology difficulties.
Dr Kimberlee McFarlane
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Kim is passionate about caring for children and their families in a psychological capacity. She creates a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space for her clients. She is empathetic and works collaboratively and creatively with her clients to ensure that their needs are met.
Kim has extensive experience and qualifications appropriate to providing care for the Canberra community. Kim completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology at the Australian National University. She has worked closely with children, young people, and their families across a wide range of settings including private practice, and hospital-based paediatric services (both inpatient and outpatient). More recently, Kim has worked with the ACT Education Directorate as a School Psychologist.
Kim has helped children and young people across the age spectrum to improve their psychological wellbeing. Areas of interest include anxiety, depression, adjustment problems, emotion regulation, social skills development, self-esteem and confidence, sleep issues and school refusal.
When working with clients she draws on evidence-based therapeutic approaches which include Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Mindfulness. Kim is also accredited in structured intervention programs (e.g., Cool Kids).
Erica Boulter
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Erica holds a Master’s degree from the University of Canberra in Clinical Psychology and is a registered Clinical Psychologist. She has nearly 15 years’ experience in a range of roles working with individuals and families across the lifespan.
Erica has worked in both the private and public sectors which include: – an acute adult mental health crisis service, an adult inpatient mental health unit, an acute adult clinical psychology team at a public hospital, an outpatient pain clinic, a private child and family psychology clinic and a non-government organisation that focused on providing support and interventions to survivors of trauma. Her areas of special interest include pain, acute mental health (especially psychosis), neurodiversity and trauma.
Erica has experience in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of psychological difficulties (including developmental, behavioural, and emotional difficulties; psychotic illnesses; attentional problems; intellectual difficulties; learning problems and trauma).
Erica provides a friendly, reliable, and professional service that caters to the needs of her clients. She is passionate about providing comprehensive assessment reports that offer useful and helpful recommendations tailored to the individual.
Anna-Laura Town
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
Anna completed her Graduate Diploma in Psychology and Master of Health Science (Behavioural Science) degrees at the University of Sydney.
Anna has a keen interest in supporting children on the Autism Spectrum and their families. She believes in the importance of assessment, early and holistic interventions, and has worked with individuals across the lifespan.
Anna has also worked as a counselling Psychologist for Lifeline in the Northern beaches of Sydney as a telephone counsellor and has provided face to face counselling whilst working for Wesley Mission in Western Sydney.
Anna has formal training in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and has provided counselling for a range of mental health and life challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges and gambling addiction.
Anna has also worked in the Australian public service for many years providing support to refugee groups and has worked as a rehabilitation case manager.
Anna is a thoughtful, caring and compassionate clinician who has a keen focus on collaborating with other health professionals to provide successful outcomes for clients.
Anna can provide psychology services in both Spanish and English.
Anna Kasper
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
Anna holds a Master of Professional Psychology degree from the University of Newcastle. She is a warm, practical, and engaged clinician who works primarily with adults and adolescents. Anna also works with children aged 10 years+.
Anna is experienced in working with all of life’s major life transitions. Her specific areas of experience include anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, ADHD, sleep problems, grief and loss, pain management, substance abuse and post-traumatic responses. Anna also enjoys exploring expressive therapies with her clients, such art and play.
Anna commenced her career in organisation change, corporate communications and stakeholder engagement and she has held a variety of roles in the private and public sector across Australia. These experiences inspired Anna’s decision to become a Psychologist, and she enjoys working with clients focussed on career planning, goal-setting and problem-solving.
In her practise, Anna works with a strengths-based focus with clients, using a range of evidence-based methods to address client needs, including CBT, ACT, MI and Schema Therapy.
Anna is warm, empathic and engaging and enjoys collaborating with other health professionals such as doctors, physiotherapists and occupational therapists to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes.
Lily Kiriyama
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
Lily is a registered psychologist who completed her studies at Griffith University and Southern Cross University in Queensland. She has experience providing psychological support and assessments across the lifespan, with a special interest in working with children and adolescents.
Lily is passionate about empowering young people and their families to understand themselves and navigate life’s challenges with confidence. She takes a warm, personcentred approach, tailoring evidence-based interventions to suit each client’s unique needs and goals.
Lily draws on a range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and play-based strategies to address a wide range of areas including emotion regulation, anxiety, interpersonal difficulties, and self-esteem.
Lily is warm and empathetic. She strives to create a safe and supportive space where children and families feel heard, understood, and empowered to overcome difficulties and make meaningful change.
Suzanne Vivian
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
Suzanne is a trauma informed, warm and empathic Registered Psychologist who is currently completing her training in clinical psychology. Suzanne is excited to be embarking on her final Master of Clinical Psychology degree placement with our team, and providing support and services to clients of our Centre.
Suzanne has experience in working with a diverse range of counselling roles and is highly tuned to the individual needs of each client.
Prior to, and during her studies, Suzanne’s clinical practice has included treating children and adults who have experienced interpersonal trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, adjustment disorders, self-harm. Suzanne also has experience in providing interventions to caregivers to manage the behavioural challenges that often accompany these presenting issues.
Suzanne has worked extensively with adults who have mental health disorders including psychosis, depression, anxiety, personality disorders and OCD; those who have experienced interpersonal violence and trauma; grief, adjustment disorders and in the treatment of self-harming behaviours.
Suzanne has a particular interest in using play-based interventions to effectively engage children who have anxiety, depression, OCD or trauma backgrounds, and uses evidence-based interventions that suit the needs of the young person within their family context.
Jo Richardson
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Jo’s extensive experience and expertise include the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of:
ADHD
Dyslexia
Learning Disorders (including Dysgraphia & Dyscalculia)
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Jo also provides therapy for children and families across a wide range of areas, particularly attachment and parenting, behaviour problems and anxiety. Jo shares her time between child assessments, therapy, and being the director of the clinic.
*Please note that Jo is currently on extended leave
Ellie Stewart
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
Ellie obtained her Psychology Honours degree at the Australian National University and completed her training with the Department of Education, Victoria.
She is passionate about helping young people and their families navigate mental health, learning, and behavioural challenges in a warm, client-centred manner.
With a keen interest in assessment, Ellie is experienced in identifying strengths and challenges and providing tailored recommendations to support young people in reaching their learning goals.
Ellie is experienced in supporting young people with depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, bullying, social conflicts, school refusal, sleep challenges, and emotion regulation.
Ellie integrates Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.
She takes a holistic approach in supporting young people to find effective strategies for long-lasting change.
Sheree Taylor
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
Sheree is an experienced Registered Psychologist who has several years of experience providing therapy and interventions to children (aged 6 years old and older), adolescents, and adults.
Sheree completed her Postgraduate Degree of Psychology at Bond University and her Undergraduate training at the University of Canberra. Prior to qualifying as a psychologist, Sheree gathered clinically relevant experience in roles, such as, working as a suicide prevention and crisis support helpline volunteer and as a Case Coordinator, where she supervised court-ordered visits between children and their parents.
Sheree has extensive experience in treating trauma, including complex trauma. Sheree is also adept in working with a range of mental health presentations, including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, ADHD, anger, OCD, sleeping difficulties, self-esteem issues, and with individuals who are adjusting to life changes or diversities.
Sheree has worked with clients from diverse backgrounds/experiences, and individuals from a variety of cultural backgrounds, Sheree provides a warm, client centred approach to therapy, focusing on the individual needs and goals of a client.
Sheree believes in the importance of empathy, non-judgement and establishing a therapeutic relationship with clients, as it provides the foundation for effective change. She is also passionate about tailoring evidence-based interventions to suit a client’s needs.
Sheree utilises Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), Exposure Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) most frequently in her practice. Sheree also has experience with integrating child friendly approaches, such as, Play therapy and Art therapy.
Sheree is a member of the EMDR Association of Australia, and she is an ADHD certified clinical services provider.
Matthew Harvey
YOUTH COUNSELLOR
Matthew has a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), a Bachelor of Education, and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University in Canada.
Having worked with adolescents and young adults in education, justice and out-of-home care systems, Matt brings a wealth of experience to his therapeutic role.
He is experienced and passionate about providing therapy and counselling for a range of issues, including but not limited to: stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, suicidal ideation, self-harm, addiction, bullying, anger, trauma and behavioural issues. Most recently, Matt worked as a University Campus Counsellor in Canada, before relocating to Canberra.
Matt draws upon his therapy/counselling and educational background as well as using best practice interventions such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, psycho-education, Harm Reduction, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and relaxation techniques in his therapeutic approach. Matt also has experience and interest in Sport Psychology.
Gillian Dragsnes
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
Gillian is a Registered Psychologist with experience working with clients across the lifespan.
Gillian is a UK Defence Force Veteran and Australian Defence Force spouse. She is familiar with the challenges a family may experience regarding relocation, deployment, role changes, and identity.
Gillian is trauma-informed and can provide therapy for transitions, goal setting, problem-solving,resilience, depression, anxiety, stress, behavioural problems, and emotion regulation.
Gillian uses best-practice, evidence-based treatment approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT); Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT); Brief Solution Focused Therapy; Play Therapy; and Narrative Therapy.
Additionally, Gillian has a special interest in working with clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder’s (ASD’s). Therapy for ASD may assist with associated depression, anxiety, stress, behavioural problems, emotion regulation, social skills problems, grief and loss, sibling rivalry, parenting styles and assertiveness. Therapy can be both for the individual with ASD, and/or for family members seeking strategies and support.
Yvonne Lee
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Yvonne completed her Master of Clinical Psychology degree at the Australian National University (ANU). She has experience in working with individuals across the life span and is especially interested in providing mental health services to children, adolescents and their families.
Yvonne’s previous experience includes working at headspace in NSW where she provided counselling and therapy for children and young people aged between 12 and 25 years. Yvonne has also worked at the ANU Psychology Clinic and Dementia Australia with adults of all ages.
Prior to becoming a Psychologist, Yvonne gained clinical experience by working in a counselling team to provide support for primary school students with ADHD, as well as volunteering for hotline services for both suicide prevention and the LGBT community.
Yvonne is passionate about developing therapeutic rapport and tailoring her therapeutic approach to meet the needs of her individual clients. She works with a range of clinical presentations, including but not limited to: stress, anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, sleep difficulties, anger, social skills training, and psychological distress associated with being a carer.
Whilst her preferred therapeutic model is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, she also incorporates elements from other approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, into her therapeutic interventions. Yvonne can also provide therapy in Cantonese.
Tommy Choi
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Tommy obtained his undergraduate and Honours degree in Psychology at the University of Melbourne. He obtained his Master of Clinical Psychology degree at the University of Canberra.
Tommy was trained at the University Psychology Clinic, University of Canberra Hospital, and the DBT-Adolescent early intervention program. His previous experience includes headspace and private practice.
Tommy is experienced in working with a diverse range of clients and has an interest in working with adults who have difficulties in interpersonal relationships and emotion regulation.
Tommy brings a genuine, non-judgemental, and warm approach in his therapeutic work and engages collaboratively with clients to achieve their goals.
Tommy utilises a range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Schema Therapy. Tommy is a member and a certified advanced schema therapist of the International Society of Schema Therapy (ISST).
Tommy can also provide therapy in Cantonese and Mandarin.
Gabriella Phyu
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Gabriella completed her undergraduate degrees in Psychology at the University of Melbourne and LaTrobe University. She then completed her Master of Clinical Psychology degree at the University of Canberra.
Gabriella has experience in working with people across the lifespan. She has a strong interest in working with children and families and has experience in primary school, in-patient pediatric and eating disorder treatment settings.
Gabriella has a strong interest in working with children and families and is experienced in working with a range of presentations such as anxiety, depression, anger, behaviour problems, emotion dysregulation and adjustment difficulties.
Gabriella also has experience working with adult clients with anxiety, depression, grief, adjustment difficulties and stress.
Gabriella is warm and collaborative and focused on tuning in to her clients to understand how their current presentations are maintained, and to support their recovery journey. She utilises a range of evidence-based approaches tailored to suit individual needs.
Judy Song
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
Judy has a Master of Clinical Psychology degree, and experience in working with individuals across the life span. She is especially interested in providing mental health services to children, adolescents and their families. Judy’s previous experience includes working within a government Child and Family Health team in NSW where she provided child counselling and family therapy for complex behavioural problems in children aged between 2 and 12 years. Judy has also worked for services providing therapy and support within aged and disability care.
Judy works with a range of clinical presentations, including but not limited to: stress, anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, social skills training, and behaviour problems. Judy has extensive experience in working with children with ADHD and Autism. She is formally trained and experienced in the provision of Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) which she incorporates into her therapeutic interventions. She is also experienced in child friendly therapeutic methods, such as play therapy.
Judy is empathic and passionate about developing strong therapeutic rapport, and tailoring evidence-based interventions to suit client needs.
Judy can also provide therapy in Korean.
Jen Fear
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Jen completed her Master of Psychology (Clinical) at the University of New England. Initially a music teacher in Western Sydney, Jen became interested in psychology and eagerly decided to retrain as a psychologist. Jen’s past research interests include obsessive-compulsive disorder and the effect of social support on young adults with type 1 diabetes.
Jen spent 18 months working as a School Psychologist in the New England region of New South Wales. In this role, Jen provided counselling and assessment services to children and young people aged 5-18 years, their parents, and their teachers.
Jen also has experience in a clinical setting, working with people aged 5-70 with a variety of presenting problems such as stress, mood disorders, attachment problems, and learning disorders, to name a few.
Jen is currently working from a cognitive-behavioural, client-focused approach. Jen understands how hard it can be to talk about distressing issues and aims to build trust and express respect for her clients. Jen welcomes a wide variety of clients and presentations, such as those with anxiety, depression, stress, anger, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. In addition, those with a faith or religious worldview will find Jen to be a supportive and open therapist.
Taylor Malouf
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Taylor has completed a Master of Clinical Psychology degree at the University of Canberra, where she also received her Bachelor and Honours of Science in Psychology degrees. Throughout her degree, Taylor worked at the University of Canberra Clinical Hub, the Paediatric Ward at the Canberra Hospital and the Eating Disorders Clinical Hub. As such, Taylor has skills in delivering a range of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive
Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and play therapy.
Taylor has experience in facilitating social skills groups for children and teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and has worked in 1:1 support roles with children who have additional needs (e.g., Autism, ADHD).
Taylor is warm, empathic and enthusiastic in her approach and tailors interventions to suit individual needs, and she enjoys working with neurodiverse children and their families.
Carina Li
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Carina completed her Master of Clinical Psychology degree at the University of Western Sydney. She is an AHPRA Board Approved Supervisor and Registrar Program Principal Supervisor.
Carina has worked as a Clinical Psychologist both overseas and in Australia. When Carina was in Hong Kong, she provided therapies and assessments to children and adolescents with special needs. Upon returning to Australia, Carina continued to work with children and adolescents.
Carina has experience in a range of settings providing intensive psychological support to children and adolescents with emotional difficulties (e.g., depression and anxiety) and suicidal ideation.
Carina is experienced in utilising a range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Family therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Play Therapy.
Carina provides recommendations and strategies for parents and schools to support children and adolescents with special needs.
Carina is able to conduct psychological therapy and assessment in English and Cantonese.
Michelle Motha
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
Michelle holds a Master of Clinical Psychology degree from Abilene Christian University in the USA. She has also completed graduate studies in Child Centered Play therapy at the University of Central Missouri.
Michelle has over 18 years of experience working with a diverse range of clients across the developmental lifespan.
This includes families and children within school systems, adults and children impacted by war and conflict, clients impacted by domestic and family violence, trauma, and working with grief and loss.
Michelle is passionate about working with children and families using Child Centered Play Therapy, CBT and Sand-tray Therapy.
Michelle brings a culturally sensitive and trauma informed approach to the work she undertakes.
Over the span of her career, Michelle has lived and worked in several countries and understands the importance of considering every individual in the context of their environment, and through a cultural
lens.
CANBERRA PSYCHOLOGY CLINIC FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES – EST. 2014
The Canberra Psychology Centre for Children and Families (CPCCF) is team of experienced Psychologists and child health professionals. We are able to provide your child with the psychologist that best suits their need.
The Canberra Psychology Centre operates as a professional adult therapy service in partnership with CPCCF.
We now offer assessment and therapy services for adults