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Our Psychology and Counselling Team
Our professional and motivated team of psychologists and counsellors who can assist with personal, and family relationships
Our Team
Dr Antoinette Harmer,
Clinical Psychologist and Practice Manager
Antoinette is a clinical and forensic psychologist who holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) and a Master of Clinical Psychology from the Australian National University and a Doctor of Psychology ( Forensic ) from Charles Sturt University. She is a member of the Australian Psychological Society, Colleges of Clinical and Forensic Psychologists.
Antoinette has no availability for new clients.
Dr Cath Hunt,Clinical Psychologist
Cath is a clinical psychologist who holds a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and PhD in Clinical Psychology . She is a member of the Australian Psychological Society and the College of Clinical Psychologists. Cath’s main clinical experience has included treating adults and older adolescents with anxiety disorders including phobias.
Please make enquiries regarding Cath's availability.
Dr Allison Clarke,
Clinical Psychologist
Allison is a clinical psychologist who holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) and a Professional Doctorate of Health Psychology. She is a member of the Australian Psychological Society, College of Health Psychologists and College of Clinical Psychologists .
Please make enquiries regarding Allison's availability.
Jessica Chiu,Clinical Psychologist
Jessica Chiu is a clinical psychologist who has worked predominantly with children, adolescents and young adults, both in the ACT Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service and in private practice.
Please make enquiries regarding Jess's availability.
Pauline Allingham,
Psychologist
Pauline Allingham is an experienced psychologist working with us part-time. Pauline provides therapy for adults suffering from mood disorders, anxiety, PTSD, loss, grief & adjustment disorders. She is also an experienced relationship counsellor.
Please make enquiries regarding Pauline's availability.
Nicole Villatobas,
Psychologist
Nicole Villatobas is a psychologist with experience in a range of settings, including private practice, EAP and schools. She works with adolescents and adults in a wide range of issues. Nicole works on our separation transitions team with parents, children and families who are seeking support in adjusting to changing family structures, such as separation.
Nicole has no availability for new clients.
Dr Lyndall Strazdins,
Clinical Psychologist
Lyndall is a Clinical Psychology with a PhD in Psychology. Lyndall has internationally recognised research expertise and publications on the mental health of adults and children, work stresses and the pressures faced by many families linked to working and parenting.
Lyndall currently has no availability for new clients.
Dr Erin Pearson,
Psychologist
Erin is a psychologist a PhD Health Psychology and a Masters and a Master of Organisational Psychology. Erin is accredited by Macquarie University to run the practice's Cool Kids and Chilled anxiety treatment programs for children and adolescents. In addition to running Cool Kids and Chilled, Erin also works with children, adolescents and adults experiencing difficulties - predominantly linked to anxiety.
Please make enquiries regarding Erin's availability.
Angie Wren,
Certified Counsellor
Angie is a Certified Practising Counsellor registered with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). She holds a Master of Counselling (University of Canberra) undergraduate degrees in Asian Studies (Australian National University) and Early Childhood Education (University of Newcastle), and has undertaken extensive study in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Angie works with people who are struggling with symptoms of anxiety, panic, or depression, who are experiencing grief, burnout, perfectionism, or relationship difficulties, who are neurodiverse, and/or who generally want to live their life with more vitality. NDIS clients are welcome.
Please make enquiries regarding Angie's availability.