Introduction

Lisa is a Clinical Psychologist with a particular interest in supporting children who are experiencing mental health difficulties and their parents. Lisa’s approach emphasises the importance of establishing a trusting relationship with clients and on being explicit and collaborative in understanding problems and developing treatment plans to address these.
Lisa provides assessment and treatment for children who may be struggling with emotional and behavioural problems including anxiety, depression and/or relational difficulties. Lisa works closely with parents to enhance their ability to support their children in their difficulties. Lisa also provides support to parents of infants and toddlers.
Lisa’s style is transparent, supportive and gently challenging.

Experience

Lisa has worked in academic settings for over 15 years, training future psychologists in psychodynamic psychotherapy, mentalization based therapy and cognitive behaviour therapy. Throughout her academic career, Lisa has consulted clients privately and in the last few years has focused specifically on child and parent work.
Lisa uses evidenced treatments including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Mentalization-Based Therapy in supporting children with emotional, behavioural and relational challenges and their caregivers, and in promoting reflective parenting.

Education

Bachelor of Arts Honours at the University of Natal, South Africa
Masters of Arts (Clinical Psychology) at the University of Natal, South Africa
Master of Philosophy (Social & Developmental Psychology) at Cambridge University, United Kingdom
PhD at Birkbeck College, University of Londo


Clinical Interests

Working with children (4-11 years) and their parents and adolescents (12-17 years old)

Fees

Fees for private consultations can be found on cygnetclinic.com.au/fees

Referrals

Check referral status online or by calling 9467 6373