Sam Williams
Sam provides a professional and non-judgemental perspective, which allows people to learn about their values and what they need in order to feel more alive and connected in their day-to-day lives.
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Sam believes in having unconditional positive regard for all of her clients. She has experience in working with children, young people and adults. Her work is influenced by positive psychology & the desire to assist clients to achieve satisfaction and fulfilment in life.
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Sam is passionate about personal growth and is always inspired by the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. She holds a nurturing space to explore your emotional experiences in a safe and secure environment. She draws upon person centred therapies and evidence based techniques tailored to an individual ‘s needs.
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These modalities include but are not limited to: CBT (Cognitive Based Therapies), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprogramming), Schema therapies, ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), solution focussed therapies and mindfulness based techniques.
All sessions are private and confidential. Sessions can be held face to face or via telehealth in line with COVID safe regulations.
Information and tip sheets to support your mental health can be accessed via The Australian Psychological Society website(APS)- www.psychology.org.au
Will Kavangnah-Ryan
Will is a registered psychologist with experience supporting adults across both public health and private practice settings.
He works with clients experiencing a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and substance use, and has particular experience with complex or co-occurring presentations. Will understands that mental health challenges are often multifaceted and takes care to provide thoughtful, individualised support.
Will’s approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice. He draws primarily on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), while integrating other therapeutic approaches to suit each client’s needs, goals, and preferences such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and is developing his skills to include Schema Therapy. He is committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel comfortable to explore their experiences and work towards meaningful, lasting change.
He welcomes clients seeking support at any stage in their mental health journey whether they are navigating a difficult period, feeling stuck, or looking to gain greater insight into themselves and their wellbeing.
Geraldine Nolan
Geraldine has over 20 years of experience working as a registered psychologist in a variety of settings, understanding individual’s needs and challenges and providing support. She has worked with adults in private practice as well as having employment in a range of settings including Defence and government roles. She initially provided assessment, training and support services to ADF members for a number of years. Since then, she has worked in a variety of roles which have included working with employees referred through EAP for support, as well as with managers and leaders to guide skill development.
With a focus on supporting patients by understanding their situation, Geraldine uses proven approaches including CBT and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing techniques and mindfulness. With any approach, she takes time to add specific strategies that fit the individual’s interests and preferences. She has supported people to identify their strengths and encourages goal setting that is realistic for each person. She has experience supporting patients with many concerns, including relationship issues, mood disorders, emotional regulation issues, chronic pain and employment related stress. In each case, the goal is to identify practical ways to achieve positive outcomes and develop the individual’s confidence along the way.
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03 9492 5250
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