Our psychologists with a focus on Depression

Michelle Doherty

Michelle takes a person-centred, integrated and relational approach to therapy, working through a psychodynamic and trauma-informed lens, and drawing from modalities such as CBT, ACT, DBT and narrative therapy where needed. She works mostly with adult clients in areas including anxiety, depression, loss, grief, relationship concerns, identity and self-esteem, PTSD and complex trauma. She strives to work collaboratively and to empower the people she works with to find their own voice, strengths and solutions.

Dr Nikki Penhaligon

Nikki holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science (with Honours) and a PhD. She has been practising as a Psychologist for over 15 years. She has extensive experience working in the university context, including roles supporting the mental health and career development needs of students and as a Lecturer. Nikki has worked with adult clients in areas including but not limited to anxiety, depression, loss, relationship challenges and life transitions. She has a special interest in supporting mothers in the perinatal period and has completed specialist training in Perinatal Mental Health.

Helen Nguyen

Helen is a registered psychologist who has a passion for personal growth and healing. She is interested in working with adults through anxiety, depression, cultural and societal expectations, life changes, trauma, relationships, grief and self-worth.

Lee McGregor

Lee holds a Master's degree in Applied Psychology. Lee works with people who are experiencing, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, family related problems, developmental trauma, relationship difficulties, relational trauma, and adult ADHD.  Lee works with adults, utilising a psychodynamic approach as well as an integration of other therapies, including CBT and Family Systems. 

Shelley Phillips

Shelley Phillips is a registered Psychologist with 18-years experience working to support clients within organisational and counselling psychology. She aims to support mental health and wellbeing via her warm, caring and evidence-based approach.

Gregory Dean

Greg is an Endorsed Counselling Psychologist who has worked in counselling and psychotherapy for over thirty years. He works with people to assist them to live better with the effects of trauma, depression, anxiety and family of origin issues in their lives.

Rita Mesch

Rita is a registered teacher and counselling psychologist who is dedicated to provide support and psychotherapy for a diverse range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, grief, life transitions and relationship issues.

Beth Keane

Beth is a registered Psychologist who has a passion for growth and development. She applies the principles of positive psychology and utilises strengths and values-based approaches when working with clients to achieve enhanced wellbeing. Beth supports clients experiencing Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Vicarious Trauma, Stress and Burnout and Career Development.