Our team
Ben Laverack
Director - Senior Psychologist
Board Approved Supervisor
BA (Psych), GDip (Psych), PGDip (Psych), MBA, MAPS, AAPi
Areas of Expertise
Depression/ Bipolar Disorder/ Anxiety Disorders/ Complex Trauma/ Anger Management/ Men’s Mental Health/ Personality Disorders/ Grief and Loss/ Domestic Violence/ ADHD/ Sleep Issues/ Gender DysphoriaDemographic
Adults/ Adolescents/ LGBTQIA+/ Indigenous and Torres Strait
Interventions
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Narrative Therapy, Gender Affirmation, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Therapy, Coping skills training, Behavioural Therapy, Positive Psychology.
About
Ben is the Director and Senior Psychologist at the Clinic of Psychology with more than 14 years of clinical experience. Ben’s passion for helping people has been a driving force in his career in both public and private sectors treating some of the most vulnerable individuals in society and leading teams to achieve business objectives.
Ben has studied extensively and completed his Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), Graduate Diploma of Psychology, Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology at Western Sydney University, and a Master of Business Administration at the Australian Institute of Business. Ben is a full Member of both the APS and AAPi, and provides supervision for psychologists completing the 4+2 and 5+1 pathways in addition to peer consultation.
Over the course of his career Ben has dedicated himself to achieving the best possible outcomes for his clients by developing tailored approaches to each individual case using an amalgamation of effective interventions. Ben is highly skilled in psychological assessment and treatment of many mental health concerns and loves working with his clients to reach their goals.
(“To be happy we need something to solve. Happiness is therefore a form of action;” -Mark Manson)
Jess Ernst
Registered Psychologist
BPsychSc, GradDipPsychAdv, MProfPsych
Areas of Expertise
Mood Disorders (Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder) / Anxiety Disorders (Generalised Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) / ADHD / Neurodevelopmental Disorders / Stress Disorders (PTSD, Adjustment Disorders).
Demographic
Adults / Adolescents / LGBTQIA+/ Indigenous and Torres Strait
Interventions
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) / Solution Focused Therapy / Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) / Trauma Therapy / Coping Skills Training / Psychoeducation / Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) / Mindfulness / Behavioural Therapy / Supportive Counselling
About
Jess is a Registered Psychologist with experience in both the private sector and NDIS. She is experienced in supporting clients of varying ages with a wide range of presentations. Taking a compassionate, strengths-based approach, Jess strives to create a safe and supportive environment for individuals to work towards their therapeutic goals.
Over the course of her studies, Jess completed a Bachelor of Psychological Science and a Master of Professional Psychology at the University of Newcastle, and a Graduate Diploma of Psychology Advanced at Monash University. She then went on to complete her internship program within the disability sector, working with children, adolescents, and families.
Jess draws on a number of evidence-based interventions and therapeutic frameworks to ensure that every approach is tailored to each individual. She also takes a collaborative approach throughout the process, ensuring that intervention is led by the needs and goals of the individual.
Danielle Perkins
Registered Psychologist
( Offering 7:00am Appointments)
BBSc(Psych), GradDipPsych(Adv), MProfPsych, AssocMAPS
Areas of Expertise
Mood Disorders (Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder), Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, ADHD, Stress Disorders (PTSD, Adjustment Disorders), Grief and Loss
Demographic
Adolescents, Children, Adults, LGBTQIA+, Indigenous and Terres Strait
Interventions
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Coping Skills Training, Psychoeducation, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Behavioural Therapy, Supportive Counselling
About
Danielle is a Registered Psychologist who is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion, evidence-based strategies, and a client-centred approach. She has experience working with a diverse range of ages and presentations. Over the course of her studies, Danielle completed a Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology), a Postgraduate Diploma Psychology Advanced and a Master of Professional Psychology. She is an Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
Her practice is grounded in understanding each person’s unique experiences, offering a safe and non-judgmental space. She utilises a range of therapeutic approaches, tailoring each session to meet an individual’s needs and goals. She believes that therapy is a collaborative journey, and her goal is to empower individuals with the skills and insights needed to foster resilience, personal growth, and meaningful change.
Join our team
We are looking for likeminded Psychologists, who share a passion for helping individuals with mental health concerns. Current available days, Wednesday-Friday.
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