Baldivis, Western Australia, 6171
Experience and Training
Qualifications & Registrations
Peta has completed a 4-year Bachelor of Psychology (1st class Honours), a 2-year Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, and a PhD in Clinical Psychology. She is registered with the Psychology Board of Australia.
Peta has worked in the public and private health sector, and is experienced in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of mental health disorders, as well as the short and long term psychological distress associated with life’s transitions.
Peta also brings with her a wealth of life experience as a mother and grandmother of a large blended family.
Affiliations
Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS)
Member: Australian Clinical Psychologist Association (ACPA)
Member: Australian Association for Cognitive and Behaviour Therapy (AACBT)
Member: International OCD Foundation (IOCD)
What type of presentations does she work with?
Peta's special area of interest is with OCD, which was the focus of her PhD. However, she has experience and enjoys supporting clients with
- Anxiety - OCD, Generalised anxiety disorder, Specific phobias, Health anxiety, agoraphobia, and Social anxiety
- Hoarding Disorder
- Mood Disorders - Depression, dysthymia, health-related mood disorders
- Trauma
- ADHD and Autistic traits, and is developing her skill in this area.
- Relationship issues
- Adjustment to life transitions helping clients navigate major life changes (Study, work, marriage, separation/divorce, parenthood, retirement, illness, grief etc.)
Personalised Treatment Plans
Peta believes that every client is unique and deserves a personalised treatment plan. She works closely with her clients to develop a plan that suits their individual needs, goals, and preferences. Focusing on the client’s strengths to develop and improve coping skills, Peta draws on a range of evidence-based practises (see Treatment) and regularly reviews progress to make sure her clients are getting the most effective treatment possible.
Telehealth available
Enabling people to access psychological support from the comfort of their own homes.