P: 08 8233 0828 or 08 8331 3936 ~ M: 0434 536 236 ~ F: 08 8180 1725 ~ E: info@willowtreepsychology.com.au

Location: 481 Payneham Road, Felixstow, Adelaide, SA, 5070

Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing - Adelaide Psychologist

Our Team

This led me to pursue my studies in Clinical Psychology, where I completed my undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at the University of South Australia. My vision was to create a practice that is warm, welcoming, and inclusive. A place where everyone can feel welcome. I am fortunate to work alongside the entire Willow Tree Team not only for assisting in my vision but for their dedication to assisting with the best possible outcome for their clients.

I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist, and I have worked across many settings throughout my career including government, non-government, schools, and private practice settings. I have worked with individuals across the lifespan including children, adolescents, adults, older persons, families, and parents with infants across a range of mental health difficulties and presentations.  

I have built my career working from a gentle, client-centred approach, where I work collaboratively with each individual, and together develop a therapy plan in order to ensure the best outcomes are reached, and the sessions are used to meet individual needs. I work from an evidence-based approach and utilise a range of therapeutic models including; Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Schema Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing is an LGBTI+ safe space. I have worked extensively with the LGBTI+ community across the lifespan, providing support, and therapeutic interventions. 

I am passionate about working with and providing support to individuals and couples in the area of infertility, In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF), surrogacy, parenting, and adoption. Starting a family can be a difficult process, and can take its emotional toll. I am passionate about providing the necessary psychological support, guidance, and strategies to assist with this process.

I have also worked extensively with;

Supervision for Psychologists

I provide clinical supervision to a number of psychologists at Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing. While I am also able to provide supervision for provisional psychologists and clinical psychology registrars externally, I currently do not have capacity to provide external supervision. 

In session, I aim to be warm, engaging and create an environment where you feel safe and supported to address any challenges you may be facing. My approach involves taking the time to build trust and rapport, whilst assisting you to gain powerful new perspectives, develop new skills, and harness your own individual strengths.  
 
I have over 13 years of experience as a clinical psychologist working across a range of settings including hospitals, community mental health teams, older persons’ mental health services, rehabilitation services, and executive leadership teams. Such opportunities have afforded me the opportunity to work with people across the lifespan with a diverse range of issues and unique circumstances. 

To me, it is important to treat everyone as an individual and draw upon my clinical experience and training in a range of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Metacognitive Therapy, and Mindfulness to tailor an evidence-based approach that is right for you. 
 
I have a particular interest in working with people experiencing:

I am passionate about psychology as a profession, and I have clinically supervised many post-graduate students, registrars, and experienced psychologists. I have also contributed to curriculum development in a range of psychology/mental health courses and training programs, and currently hold a Clinical Senior Lecturer title with the University of Adelaide. I believe that is important to keep up to date with the latest developments in psychological research to ensure that I am delivering the best possible service for the people I work with.

I provide clinical supervision to a number of psychologists at Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing.

Interest Areas 

I am a compassionate, warm and empathetic, clinical psychologist who values the importance of collaboratively working with clients to support their mental health and wellbeing. I believe in providing a caring, and compassionate environment that is empowering. We all experience challenges in life, but through individual therapy, we draw upon evidence-based intervention in conjunction with a person’s own individual strengths and values to learn more effective skills to manage these challenges and gain new perspectives and change. 
 
I have a broad range of professional experience, working across public, NGO and private sectors in clinical and leadership roles. I have an interest in the trajectory of childhood development and how this shapes us into young people and adults. I can support clients across the lifespan.
 
I am skilled in delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions working from an attachment perspective, using trauma-informed care principles. I tailor my clinical intervention to meet the unique needs of each client however draw upon interventions including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy (ST), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I have experience in clinical facilitation of group therapy programs, including DBT and being trained in Tuning into Teens.  
 
I have an interest in working with the following presentations:
• Anxiety, stress and worry    
• Emotion regulation difficulties     
• Self-esteem issues    
• Depression
• Adjustment difficulties     
• Eating issues     
• Pre and post-natal mental health    
• Supporting others care for those with physical and mental health concerns 

I am passionate about supporting the ongoing development of psychology as a profession. I am a psychology board approved supervisor and regularly provide clinical supervision to provisional psychologists and clinical registrars. I have presented and published in the areas of traumatic brain injury and schema therapy in clinical populations. 
 
I provide clinical supervision to a number of psychologists at Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing.
 

I am a clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience in mental health in public, non-government and private sectors, in clinical and leadership roles.  Throughout my career I have consistently facilitated Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) groups and provided individual DBT within adult mental health services, and also DBT with a mother-infant focus. My role as a DBT therapist is very important and meaningful for me.  I feel grateful to be working with many people over the years and see them learn skills and develop a life worth living, through DBT.  Additional therapeutic approaches I provide include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, and Cognitive Processing therapy for trauma.

I have particular interest in working with emotion regulation difficulties, perinatal mental health, supporting mothers through pregnancy and early parenthood, trauma, and enhancing well-being and coping skills in living with mental health difficulties. 
 
I also have experience and interest in working with;
•    Anxiety, stress and worry
•    Depression 
•    Bipolar affective disorder
•    Panic/Panic Attacks
•    Social anxiety
•    Adjustment difficulties
•    Self-esteem
•    Support for carers

I am keen to contribute to psychology and DBT, in particular. I have clinically supervised a large number of post-graduate students, registrars, and experienced psychologists, and well as provided DBT mentoring to clinicians from psychology and other disciplines. I have provided education on DBT in government and university settings. 

I provide clinical supervision to a number of psychologists at Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing.

My professional experience has enabled me to create a rich platform, philosophy and therapeutic evidence-base in my approach – that we all have unique worth and whilst working on individual therapy needs, we are existing within our own histories and families, and within a wider social and world context where connection and being genuinely understood are vital for thriving and for goal-directed personal change. 

The therapeutic approaches I draw from are: cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), rational emotive behaviour therapy (REBT), interpersonal psychotherapy and schema therapy, as well as utilising body and brain-based stress reduction strategies, tailored to the individual. I have also previously provided collaborative and systemic therapy with families and young children drawing from attachment and relational neurodevelopment frameworks. This has included with people dealing with chronic and complex trauma, ADHD, and with Autistic people. I have presented and published in the area of adult trauma (veteran population). 
 
I welcome and can provide therapy for all major areas of need including general and severe anxiety and depression, panic, phobias, obsessive thoughts and worry, anger issues, grief and loss, trauma, adjustment issues, social anxiety, low mood/motivation. I am particularly committed to providing an inclusive and safe therapeutic space for people in the LGBTQIA+ community and a space in which to appreciate the challenges, strengths and needs that neurodivergence brings for Autistic and ADHD adults. I respect that I provide therapy on Kaurna land. 

I provide clinical supervision to a number of psychologists at Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing.

*Please note, Kendall does not complete ADHD assessments

I have a particular interest in working with the following presentations:

I am committed to using evidence-based therapies to support clients to make positive changes and improve quality of life. My therapeutic approach is primarily informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Schema Therapy. I understand that attending therapy can feel confronting, and so I approach my work with clients in a warm and empathetic manner to develop a positive and safe therapeutic relationship. I tailor my interventions to suit the specific presentations and needs of each client and support my clients to develop the skills to reach their therapeutic goals. 

I provide clinical supervision to a number of psychologists at Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing.

I have predominantly worked in public health settings, including hospitals (i.e. inpatient wards for adults & older adults) and community mental health teams. This experience has enabled me to gain experience with people with a wide range of complex presentations. 

Each person has different needs, thus I aim to tailor my therapeutic interventions accordingly. To facilitate this, I may utilise concepts and skills from a range of interventions including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT), metacognitive therapy, prolonged exposure therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), plus eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing therapy (EMDR).

I have a particular interest in working with the following presentations:
•    Anxiety and worry
•    Trauma
•    Obsessive compulsive disorder
•    Social anxiety
•    Grief and loss
•    Depression
•    Eating issues (excluding anorexia nervosa)
•    Emotion regulation difficulties
•    Stress management
•    Interpersonal relationship difficulties
•    Sleep issues
•    Phobias
•    Panic attacks

I provide clinical supervision to a number of psychologists at Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing.
 

I work from an evidence-based approach and utilise primarily; Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) frameworks. I have also been trained in a parenting program called Tuning Into Kids, which focuses on helping parents support children with their emotional regulation, and build emotional resilience. 

Often the key to good therapy is a good relationship with your therapist. I like working and connecting with young people, making sessions interesting and fun, and will adapt concepts to match their understanding. In this way, we can help make sense of the issues they face in a developmentally appropriate way, and support appropriate coping strategies.

I work predominantly with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disturbances, panic attacks, interpersonal relationship difficulties, stress management, and personality disorders. While working in public mental health I facilitated group DBT for adults experiencing borderline personality disorder. I am enthusiastic about helping clients learn new skills to navigate challenges and achieve a life worth living. I also have an interest in supporting individuals with co-morbid chronic pain and health conditions.

The modalities of individual therapy I provide are:  

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT); Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT); Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)

I am a warm, non-judgemental, and compassionate psychologist who likes to take time to build a strong therapeutic relationship, which I believe builds a strong foundation for collaboratively developing a treatment plan, tailored to the individual’s needs. My therapeutic approach is primarily informed by cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), schema therapy (ST), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based approaches. Additionally, I have a strong interest in mind-body approaches and creative therapies. I am an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community, and I aim to provide an open and safe space for them to seek support. 

My interest areas include:
•    Adult ADHD
•    Chronic Pain, Health, and Disability
•    Anxiety Disorders
•    Mood Disorders
•    Perfectionism
•    Stress and Burnout
•    Adjustment Disorders
•    Neurodiversity
•    Women’s Mental Health
•    Self-esteem and Body Image Concerns

Interest Areas

As a clinical psychology registrar, I adopt a warm, person-centred approach that recognises the importance of communal, religious, spiritual, and cultural factors influencing individuals and their systems. Being of Muslim faith, I feel it is important to integrate these considerations into my practice. My experience includes understanding the cultural nuances and challenges faced by immigrants and first-generation Australians, helping clients recognise the intergenerational impact of trauma and mental health issues. 

My experience spans diverse communities, including refugees and minority groups. I employ a culturally sensitive, holistic, practical and collaborative approach to help clients of all backgrounds navigate their mental health. I believe that everyone can gain value from self-exploration and that all individuals are capable of achieving their goals when motivation and resilience are fostered.

With children and adolescents, I work to address trauma backgrounds, depression, anxiety, friendship issues, learning difficulties, and behavioural challenges such as bullying and emotional regulation.

With adults, I have experience working with interpersonal conflicts, substance addiction, major life transitions, relationship breakdowns, grief, loss, sleep problems, work-related issues, depression, and anxiety.

In practice, I utilise evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Strengths-Based Therapy. These approaches are tailored to address complex presentations and guide clients toward lasting positive change.
 

I am passionate about working with children, adolescents and their caregivers to understand their uniqueness, help them achieve their goals and flourish in all areas of their life. I employ a warm, compassionate and curious approach when working with individuals, and aim to create an inviting and safe therapy environment where meaningful connections and goals to support wellbeing are explored. 

I enjoy working with young children, adolescents and their extended care team to promote confidence, individuality and a better quality of life. I am committed to helping clients build evidence-based strategies that may help to manage their difficulties in different areas of their life. I am interested in working with clients with a range of concerns such as depression, anxiety, emotion regulation difficulties, trauma, relationship problems, body image and eating, and weight and shape concerns.

My experience has included working in both government and non-government settings where I have had the opportunity to support individuals reporting anxiety, depression, OCD, panic, interpersonal relationship difficulties, stress, sleep problems, pain, grief and loss, trauma, and adjustment difficulties. Over my career to date, I have developed a particular interest in supporting adults and older persons to navigate and adjust to new health diagnoses, periods of illness progression, life-altering health events, and chronic health conditions. 

Therapy modalities I draw from are: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Schema Therapy.

His practice is informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Gestalt Therapy. Max is experienced in assessment and treatment of a range of mental health concerns including, depression, anxiety, self-harm, eating disorders, emotion regulation, and couples therapy. Individual sessions focus on developing a therapeutic alliance and tailored approach as each person has a unique story. Generally, this includes looking at life history and the connection to present experiences and developing appropriate treatment strategies. Where appropriate, this includes looking at thought processes, emotional responses, behavioural patterns, and core beliefs. Max’s practice is defined by compassion and respect while working together to develop meaningful experiences and a fulfilling life. 

Max also provides relationship counselling and holds Level 1 certification in Gottman couple’s therapy. Max has particular interest in working with couples experiencing disconnection, apathy, communication breakdown and difficulty managing conflict, difficulty deciding whether to separate, and infidelity. 

I have experience supporting clients presenting with anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, emotional dysregulation, Autism and ADHD. I believe in creating a trusting therapeutic relationship to ensure my clients feel safe and supported on their journey to a fulfilling life.

My professional experience predominantly included working collaboratively with neurodivergent individuals (e.g. Autism and ADHD) and their families to achieve their own personal goals and to enhance their overall quality of life. This involved creating a safe space in my sessions where they could be their authentic selves, while making accommodations for their sensory and movement needs. 

I also have experience in addressing a diverse range of concerns, including (but not limited to):

• Anxiety, stress, and procrastination
• Depression, low mood, and poor motivation
• Emotion regulation difficulties
• Social and behavioural management
• Schooling/university difficulties
• Perfectionism and people pleasing
• Relationship issues and conflicts
• Grief and loss
• Sleep issues
• Self-esteem
• Trauma
• Sexual and/or gender identity conflicts
• Cultural identity conflicts
• Sexual behaviours of concern

In guiding individuals towards positive growth, I draw from a diverse set of evidence-based approaches. My therapeutic toolkit includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Focused ACT (TFACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). For younger clients, I may also integrate Play-Based Therapy, a dynamic method that fosters expression and development. Moreover, I am trained in LEGO®-Based Therapy, an evidence-based group program tailored to enhance social communication skills in children, all while authentically aligning with their unique neurotypes.

In addition to English, I am fluent in Cantonese (Chinese) and Mandarin (Chinese) at a conversational level. I warmly welcome clients with Asian backgrounds who may prefer to engage in sessions in Cantonese or Mandarin.

My treatment is informed by Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I have a passion for holistic health and consider all aspects of physical, social, and emotional well-being in my treatment.

I am interested in working with clients with a range of concerns, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, chronic pain, sleep difficulties, emotional regulation, and improving relationships. 

Interest Areas

It is important to me to assist people in understanding themselves and developing skills that improve mental health and wellbeing. I believe a strong collaborative relationship is key and aim to provide a non-judgemental and supportive space to work with clients collaboratively to reach their goals. I have experience in both intervention and assessment, working with people across the lifespan. My therapeutic style draws upon evidence-based treatments, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), metacognitive therapy (MCT) and dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT). I work with individuals experience a variety of challenges, including issues relating to depression, anxiety, sleep, emotional regulation difficulties and ADHD.  

Interest Areas

I am eager to team up with individuals (and their support networks) across the life span, with a specific interest in supporting young people. Understanding the unique challenges young people face, I’m here to provide that extra support to help them reach their goals and live a life worth living! My personal and research interests centre around sport, with my ongoing research exploring ways to enhance the well-being of young people within sporting clubs. 

I have experience working with youths, parents, migrants, and neurodivergent individuals, addressing a range of mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, poor sleep hygiene, relationship challenges, trauma, self-harm, and suicidal ideation. My approach involves evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), alongside principles from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). 

In therapy, I bring genuine interest, curiosity, and kindness, creating a safe environment for everyone, regardless of gender, identity, or background. While addressing the presenting challenges, I make it a point to understand my clients’ strengths and interests, incorporating them into the therapeutic process. Recognising the importance of both embracing emotions and bringing a light-hearted perspective at times, I aim to strike a good balance.

Interest Areas

I am a warm, empathetic, gentle psychologist committed to working collaboratively with you to make positive change and help you live a meaningful, empowered life. I recognise that seeking help and making changes can be difficult, and therefore aim to foster a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship so you can feel safe, and we can work together to solve problems. In practice, this means creating an inclusive, welcoming, judgement-free space for all people, and recognising that you are the expert in your experiences. I use a holistic approach, taking into account all the aspects of your life which influence your wellbeing (emotional, social, and physical). Every person is unique, and I tailor my therapeutic interventions to suit your individual values, preferences, strengths, and interests.

I have experience working with children, adults, couples, and families across both private and public sectors. I am eager to support people across the lifespan, with a particular interest in working with adolescents, adults, and couples. 

I use evidence-based treatments, including techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-based strategies and principles from Schema Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). 

I work with clients presenting with a range of concerns including, but not limited to:
•    Anxiety, Worry, Fears, Phobias 
•    Depression, Low Mood, Lack of Motivation  
•    Improving Relationships 
•    Trauma and PTSD 
•    Obsessive Compulsive Behaviours
•    Stress
•    Perfectionism and People-Pleasing
•    Low Self-Esteem 
•    Body-Image Concerns
•    Sleep Issues 
•    Social Skills Development
•    Self-Harm and Suicidal Ideation 
•    Emotional Regulation
 

I value building strong therapeutic connections with my clients and working collaboratively to help my clients reach their goals. I am an eager listener and have a genuine interest in my clients which forms a caring, strengths-based approach to therapy. I am committed to using evidence-based practices and tailoring interventions to suit my client's specific needs and goals. In my practice and my research, I am passionate in working with members of LGBTQIA+ communities and I am passionate about providing safe and inclusive spaces for clients of diverse identities. 

I have experience in the following areas;
Providing psychoeducation and delivering interventions to clients with various mental health concerns such as anxiety, panic disorder, depression, perfectionism, low self-esteem, sleep issues, etc. 

Supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) with; managing friendships, social skills development, emotion regulation, behavioural management, sleep, executive functioning, and organisation.

Supporting LGBTQIA+ people and their families.

Administering psycho-educational assessments.

My therapy is informed by evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and principles from Schema Therapy. I am skilled at completing psycho-educational assessments with children and adults.  

I have over twelve years of clinical experience. During my career, I have developed my practice to meet the needs of young people and adults with a wide array of mental health concerns. This includes various personality disorders, post traumatic stress disorder, alcohol and other drug concerns, mood and anxiety disorders. I also have experience supporting people who live with ADHD. I am primarily a schema therapist and am completing the Advanced Accreditation in Schema therapy, due to be completed early 2024. I have supervised other clinicians in schema therapy. I also incorporate other evidence based approaches, including Dialectical Behavioural therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, motivational interviewing and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. During my career I have been fortunate to hold senior positions in both Adult mental health, as well as leadership roles in Youth Mental Health. I also currently work in a specialist advisory alcohol and other drug role for a National Youth Mental Health initiative. This has included developing training for other clinicians, specifically relating to alcohol and other drug and mental health care for young people. 

After 10 years in my career of teaching, working with children of all abilities, I decided I wanted to work one-on-one, supporting people through challenges they face. I began working in allied health in private practice, assisting people with communication difficulties by creating and personalising augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) aids to support their language and connections. I am also one of the few presenters in South Australia, who provides training for simplified language which aims to provide clear and accessible communication resources for everyone.

I have a passion for equality and inclusiveness has led me to pursue and complete professional development courses on working with individuals on the Autism spectrum, specialist literacy programs and workshops on Mindfulness. Throughout school and university, I majored in Visual Art and I am passionate about the expressive arts as a modality of self-expression and a way to unlock the unconscious. The arts are there when we can’t find the words to say, or when words are not enough and can offer a new perspective. 

Art therapy is for everyone! You do not need to have any knowledge of techniques or art materials, it’s all about the process. The focus of art therapy is to empower your autonomy and uncover the strengths and resources that you already have within you. I am here to support you, as a facilitator, as we use art processes to gently unpack concerns, worries or stressors. I use a client-centred approach, building genuine connections with my clients as I support them to meet their therapeutic goals within a safe environment. 

I look forward to meeting you.

Administration Team

Our Practice Manager Loueen and Admin Officers Jasmin, Fizzah, Catrina, Lauren, Corrine, and Chantelle run the day-to-day admin, operations and support for Willow Tree Psychology and Wellbeing. Our team are happy to answer any questions you may have regarding our services or appointments. You can contact us via phone at 82330828 or email  at info@willowtreepsychology.com.au

Admin Hours

Our admin hours are Monday - Friday 9.15 am - 5.15 pm. Calls outside of admin hours will go to our voicemail system. Occasionally during busy periods, your call during admin hours may also divert to voicemail. Please leave a message with your name, best contact number, and a brief message. Our admin team will return your call as soon as possible.