Experience

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  University of newcastle (uon), australia

  Feb 2006 - May 2006

  Psychologist (intern)

  ​Clinical Placement, Intern Clinical Psychologist, University of Newcastle Psychology Clinic, Newcastle​Intake Assessment and Treatment Intervention working with Children and Adults. Facilitated an Anxiety Management CBT course for Anxious Children and their Parents as a co therapist.

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  Hunter new england local health district

  May 2006 - Jun 2007

  Psychologist (intern)

  Feb 2007 to June 2007​Intern Clinical Psychologist, Psychological Assistance Service, NewcastleWorking with young clients (14 to 18) who are at risk of developing psychoses; providing a wide range of assessments including psychological and neuropsychological assessments (SCID, KSAD, CAARMS, OTI, AUDIT, WASI, DKEFS, WRAMLT). May 2006 to December 2006​Intern Clinical Psychologist, the DAISI Project, Centre for Mental Health Studies, James Fletcher Hospital, NewcastleWorking with clients who are experiencing symptoms of Depression and consuming more than the recommended level of alcohol. Utilising Manualized Treatment Plans incorporating CBT, Motivational interviewing and Mindfulness Training. Also, adopting a range of assessment tools including neuropsychological assessment Show less

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  Hunter new england local health district

  Sept 2007 - Mar 2008

  Licensed psychologist

  Psychologist, MHSOP, Boronia House,James Fletcher Hospital: Assessment and treatment strategies for clients and inpatients affected by a mental health issue. I provide a range of services including developing behavioural assessments, developing life style management plans, developing incidence prevention plans for Nursing Homes and inpatients at Boronia House. Clinical assessment of Dementia and of other mental health issues affecting older people.

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  Northern nsw area health service

  Jul 2009 - Apr 2014

  Assessment, monitoring, treatment of clients aged 14 to 24 affected by early onset psychosis, and acute mental health symptoms.Worked within a multidisciplinary setting to secure best outcomes for clients.Performed risk assessments, assessments of symptoms, developed and engaged in treatment plans with clients, case management plans, leased with government, non government institutions, schools and hospitals as well as worked closely with family members and carers. Psychoeducation to family and clients, counselling and consultation with schools, GP, or when appropriate employers provided to ensure effective support was in place to maximise best clients outcomes. Show less

  • Clinical Psychologist (Acute Care Mental Health work - Youth)

    May 2009 - Apr 2014

  • Psychologist

    Jan 2009 - May 2010

  • Psychologist, MHSOP, North Coast Area Health Service

    Oct 2008 - May 2010

  • Psychologist-Care Coordinator, Child and Adolescent in Patient Unit,

    Jul 2009 - Jan 2010
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  Mensana psychology - online clinical psychology services

  Jan 2012 - Jun 2021

  Clinical psychologist

  Seeing clients for individual therapy Online and Internationally. Providing a range of services including Clinical Psychology and Trauma Sensitive Yoga.Developing and facilitating international and local workshops for participants of yoga and health retreats with a focus on mental health, Positive Psychology and Mindfulness based strategies.

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  Australian volunteers international

  May 2013 - Apr 2014

  Clinical psychologist/ mental health counselor mentor

  Involved in offering clinical individual and group supervision to counsellors of a local NGO. Worked with three different teams based respectively in lautoka, labasa and Suva.Developed and facilitated professional development workshops in topics of mental health and counselling. Developed work books to support learning.Secured funding for further professional development of the three teams which resulted in all counsellors successfully completing an online training course in acceptance and commitment therapy. Show less

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  Holdsworth house medical practice

  Aug 2015 - Jul 2017

  Licensed clinical psychologist

  Seeing private clients seeking mental health support and counselling.I provide assessment and treatment to individuals dealing with symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance use problems, anger issues, complex trauma, early psychosis symptoms, relationship problems, difficult life transitions.I specialise in particular with working with young adults and teenagers.

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  Department of education and training - nsw

  Jun 2016 - Jun 2020

  Clinical psychologist

  School psychologist with the department of education. Working in primary school setting and high school setting.Seeing children and adolescents for emotional and mental health support to support and maximise their academic potential. Assessment, screening, referral for clients with acute mental health symptoms.Cognitive and behavioural assessments for students struggling with learning and or students demonstrating behavioural problems.Liaising and consultation with parents, teachers and learning support units. Show less

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  Dara rehab

  Dec 2017 - Aug 2018

  Clinical psychologist (drug and alcohol)

  Assessment and treatment of clients attending the centre for support of recovery. Evidence based practice utilising CBT, ACT and mindfulness based strategies. Delivering group and individual therapy sessions. Lieasing with clinical team, nursing team and other staff for best client outcomes. Support and psychoeducation of family members.

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  Brainfit resorts

  Feb 2019 - Apr 2021

  Chief clinical psychologist

  Development of BrainFit Resort's Behavioural Change Clinical Program. This includes designing the Behavioural Change Program for residential retreats as well as the Behavioural Change Program for follow up/ongoing support of client's (the program adheres to evidence based practices and the latest knowledge and research); development of support materials and educational materials for staff members, clients and for publishing. Preparation of training material for staff members involved in the health coaching and counselling of clients of the resort.Supporting clients in the implementation of behavioural change strategies with health related lifestyle habits. Supporting health professionals achieve positive outcomes with their clients with BrainFit Resort's Online Behaviour Support program. Show less

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  World food programme

  Jun 2021 - May 2023

  Staff counsellor

  Mental health monitoring and support of staff working in the organisation in the Asia Pacific region. Supporting staff by offering individual and group sessions, and with psycho-education and mental health strategies with a view to build resilience and skills to handle crises and challenging situations.

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  Succoris psychology

  Jun 2023 - now

  Clinical psychologist