Elizabeth is one of the few psychologists in Townsville and North Queensland who is highly trained in the Gottman method for couples counselling and skilled in treating couples with conflict, unfulfilling relationships, and specific relationship problems using the Gottman Method of Couples Counselling. She is also able to assist with all anxiety and depressive related conditions, personality vulnerabilities and eating disorders.

Elizabeth’s preferred practice is to use Schema Therapy with individuals and Gottman Couples Therapy with couples counselling. Elizabeth is a Level 3 Trained Gottman Couple’s Therapist, an Advanced Trained Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Advanced Trained ACT Therapist and is highly trained in Schema Therapy for individuals and couples. 

Elizabeth is registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (AHPRA), a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPI), and the International Society of Schema Therapists (ISST).

Presentations Elizabeth works with:

• Couples Therapy
• Anxiety and Depression related disorders
• Personality Vulnerabilities
• Childhood Trauma
• Eating Disorders
• Anger Issues
• Relationships Issues

Ryan is able to assist with all things operational and manages our day to day practice to ensure it runs like clock work! Ryan has an extensive background in operations, management, risk and is also a competitive athlete.

Ryan has experienced the challenges of having a family member struggle with mental illness and has in-depth knowledge of how the right supports can assist a person in being able to live a full and fulfilling life. Assisting those with a disability is a passion for Ryan.

Christina is working in the Townsville office.

Having lived in Ingham she’s loved the opportunity to give back to the local community. She understands what it’s like to live in a small community and how valuable it is to be able to conveniently access mental health services.

Christina has a back ground in nursing, working as a registered nurse prior to training in psychology. She’s passionate about helping children, parents & adults struggling with a complex diagnosis, emotional struggles, behaviour concerns, & parenting struggles.

Her approach is warm & supportive, plus outcome focused. She’s focusses on giving practical support in order to equip people with tools that can help them make real changes in life.

Christina is a registered psychologist with the Australia Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). She is experienced in CBT, ACT and DBT, and likes working with Families, children, adults and older adults, adolescents.

Some presentations Christina works with:

• Substance Abuse
• Schizophrenia
• Anxiety and Depression
• Panic Disorder
• Pain Management
• Adjustment Disorders
• Anger Management
• PDA and Autism
• Parenting Strategies
• Psychometric Testing

Sophie was raised in Townsville in a defence family before moving to various locations interstate in her early 20’s. She has since moved back to Townsville and loves having the opportunity to give back and support the local community. Sophie loves working across the age range and is passionate about working collaboratively with others to achieve client-centred goals and improve overall wellbeing.

Sophie has knowledge and experience in working with challenging presentations of behaviour since working as a Behaviour Support Practitioner, and previously in the adult community-based correction service, Youth Justice, and the youth diversion court team.

Sophie is a registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (AHPRA), a Behaviour Support Practitioner, and a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPI). Experienced in CBT, ACT and DBT and working across the life span.

Some presentations Sophie works with:

• Eating Disorders
• Emotional Regulation
• Anxiety and Depression
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• ADHD
• Learning Difficulties
• Intellectual Disability
• Dementia
• Substance Abuse
• Psychometric Testing
• Parenting Strategies
• Families
• Psychometric Testing

Brittney is a dedicated Registered Psychologist committed to supporting individuals across all ages, from children and adolescents to adults. Brittney has a strong passion for working within our neurodivergent community, including those with ADHD and Autism, ensuring that family support is integral where needed.

Her therapeutic sessions are characterized by trust, acceptance, and a touch of humour. Brittney integrates evidence-based therapies to meet each client's unique needs, fostering a safe and encouraging environment to accomplish what matters most to them.

Additionally, Brittney holds qualifications as a Behaviour Support Practitioner under the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission. She approaches behaviours as meaningful forms of communication, seeking to understand them to collaboratively develop effective strategies with individuals, families, and their support networks.

Outside of her professional endeavours, Brittney finds joy in outdoor activities like camping and swimming, snorkelling, creative pursuits such as drawing and baking, and spending time with her loved ones.

Some presentations Brittney works with:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Neurodivergent Community (i.e. ADHD, Autism)
• Executive Functioning Challenges
• Parenting Support
• Families
• Emotion Regulation
• Intellectual Impairment
• Learning challenges
• Psychometric Testing

Rebecca has recently moved to Townsville and is enjoying the lifestyle our town offers. She works with kids, adults and the elderly, incorporating a genuine and humorous approach in sessions to create ease, comfort and a warm feel to her therapy.

Rebecca is an advocate for physical exercise, steaming from her own enjoyment and passion for sports throughout her life and knowing the positive impacts exercise has on mental health.

Rebecca is a registered psychologist with the Australia Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). She is experienced in cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT).

Some presentations Rebecca works with:

• Neurodivergent community (i.e. ADHD, Autism)
• Struggles felt by teens and young adults including; stress management, self esteem, building resilience.
• Challenging behaviours in Kids, including; emotional regulation
• Depression & Anxiety
• Sports & Performance Psychology
• Psychometric Testing