Psychologist
B Psych (Hons)
My name is Alister, I am a registered psychologist and Board-Approved Supervisor with experience working with clients across the lifespan. I bring positive regard and curiosity to my work, helping my clients to feel comfortable while we work together overcome challenges, and develop rich, meaningful lives.
Assessment
I am pleased to offer formal psychological assessments for people aged 6+ who potentially have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). I also offer mental health assessments and reports for children and adolescents for conditions such as anxiety disorders and mood disorders. Assessment can support you or your child in several ways including:
- Helping you to better understand your child or yourself
- Informing treatment options
- Providing information to inform diagnosis given by a paediatrician or psychiatrist
- Providing documentation to support children at school who may be entitled to educational adjustments
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Assessment Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Intervention
I have trained in numerous evidence-based therapies with the aim of being able to offer my clients an approach to therapy they find engaging, helpful, and focused on their own goals. Some of these approaches include:
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT)
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Narrative Therapy
- Brief Solution-Focused Therapy
Pre-School and School-Aged Children
I have experience working with children including neurodivergent young people and recognise the many challenges faced by our young people on their journey to adulthood. Adolescence is a particular time of challenge with many mental health conditions developing between 14 & 18 years old. I work in areas which include:
- Parenting strategies and behaviour support
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Emotional regulation
- Mood difficulties
- Anxiety disorders
- Grief and loss
- Identity
- Psychological skills for aspiring athletes
Adults
I enjoy working with adults of all ages and work from a position of belief in recovery and improvement, recognising that all clients can make positive changes with the right guidance and support. From brief solution-focused interventions to long-term monitoring and mental health support, I offer support with many areas including:
- Resilience building and self-esteem
- Psychological skills to thrive (not just survive!)
- Stress management
- Mood difficulties
- Anxiety disorders
- Addictions
- Grief and loss
- Parenting
- Men’s coaching
- Assertiveness and communication training
If you are seeking some additional support, looking to enhance your mental health and wellbeing, or interested in building resilience to be prepared for future challenges, please feel welcome to book an appointment.
To make an appointment with Alister try Online Booking. Alternatively, you can call Vision Psychology on (07) 3088 5422.
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