Colin has degrees in Psychology, Social Science and Theology (Pastoral Counselling) and has worked extensively in public and private sectors providing psychological services and counselling for a range of mental health issues. These include; stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, chronic health problems, low self-esteem, adjustment to change, sleep disturbance, work and personal relationship difficulties, personality disorders and existential issues (search for meaning and purpose in life).
Colin is a Member of the Australian Psychological Society and applies an evidence based approach, including Cognitive Behavioral interventions, within a professional and ethical framework that seeks to empower clients through a collaborative, therapeutic process. The foundation of Colin’s therapy is respect for clients, empathy and trust.
Clients – Adults, Couples and Groups
Specialty areas –
- Panic Disorder, Social Phobia and Generalised Anxiety Disorder
- Trauma – including complex trauma, Acute Stress Reaction, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
- Relationship development and crises
- Schema therapy
- SHADES (Self Help for Anxiety & Depression Education Sessions)
