Sharen is a Registered Psychologist with more than 18 years experience working with clients.  Sharen is an Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and is registered with AHPRA.   Sharen has a Medicare Provider Number which enables eligible clients to access Medicare benefits and Private Health Fund rebates.

 

Sharen has successfully worked with individuals with a range of mental health conditions and complex presentations including: PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Adjustment and Sexuality/Gender Identity Disorders.  Sharen has an eclectic approach to counselling and will utilise Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Schema Therapy. 

 

Sharen is currently completing her studies to become a Certified ISTDP therapist.  She will complete this certification in 2024 and is excited about the opportunity to increase her capacity to assist a broader presentation of mental health difficulties.

Sharen also has experience working with couples (heterosexual and same-sex) and has a particular bias toward emotional focused therapy and the Gottman Method for couples.

Sharen is well known for her ability to develop therapeutic relationships with clients which promotes self-efficacy and positive change.

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Sharen has an assistant she would like everyone to meet. His name is Schooner.

Schooner loves meeting clients and may join in sessions to assist with treatment.

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