ADHD
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Educational Assessments
Cognitive assessments
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Educational Assessments
Cognitive assessments
In depth assessments are conducted by our team of Psychologists, for adults and adolescents. Our assessments include an initial session, the assessment and a clear and accurate feedback about the result of your assessment
Heidi Emery
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Heidi completed her Master of Clinical Psychology (Distinction) and Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) at The University of Newcastle. Heidi is an endorsed Clinical Registrar and is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency (APHRA).
Prior to gaining her Master of Clinical Psychology, Heidi spent most of her professional life working in the community service sector devoting many years to helping people in the community find solutions to real-life problems to improve wellbeing and quality of life. Heidi is a motivated and compassionate psychologist, a strong advocate for families, and enjoys the challenge of empowering clients to improve their overall wellbeing. She has a range of experience working with families, children, and adolescents. Heidi’s area of interest is working with teenagers both neurotypical and neurodiverse and is trained in assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Learning Disorders. Heidi works with a variety of presentations including ASD, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Eating disorders, behaviours difficulties, anxiety, depression, trauma, Tourette Syndrome, and personality disorders. Heidi utilizes a strengths-based, holistic approach in combination with a variety of evidence-based interventions to address the needs of her clients including, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) for adults and adolescents, Schema Therapy, Positive Psychology, Family Based Therapy, Parenting Programs and Mindfulness-based Interventions. Heidi’s experience in research at the University of Newcastle has provided her with an extensive understanding of the implications of research and the complexities involved in conducting evidence-based research. As part of her research, Heidi developed, and pilot tested an e-Health program for parents of children with special healthcare needs to support the mental health needs of parents and families. Phone: 0247151100 Email: [email protected] |
Melanie Cooke
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Melanie is an experienced clinical psychologist offering tailored therapy interventions which are grounded in her values of authenticity, collaboration, curiosity, and respect. Melanie has a Master of Clinical Psychology (2012) and has further training in gestalt therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy, and motivational interviewing. She has practiced therapy with young people and adults in specialist mental health and community settings since 2010.
Melanie works with individuals on a range of issues but has a particular interest in supporting:
Phone: 0247151100 Email: [email protected] |