Our Services
Therapy. Assessments. Reviews.
Our Expertise –
Areas Where We Can Help
Stress & Anxiety
PTSD
Grief & Loss
Family Member Conflict
OCD & Panic Attacks
Autism & ADHD
Parenting
Job Loss or Change
Depression
Irregular Sleep Cycles
Mood Disorders
Gender Identity Issues
Zoning Out or Dissociation
Eating Disorders
Harmful Thoughts
Isolation & Loneliness
Strained Relationships
Addiction
Personality Disorders
Chronic Pain
Anger Management
Therapy approaches –
Therapy
All therapists at Samford Psychology are trained in a range of therapies. Our philosophy is that the best possible treatment program for any individual is based on a comprehensive assessment and treatment tailored to meet the needs of the individual.
All therapists are trained and experienced in using Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), as well as other approaches, including Schema-Focused Therapy, Ego-State Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy and Interpersonal Therapy.
The specific therapy approaches used by different clinicians will vary to some extent – please call 3289 2992 and ask our friendly team if you are looking for a particular therapy approach.
We will do our best to match you to the right therapist for you, or provide appropriate referral advice if we feel we are unable to meet your needs.
Therapy Practitioners
- Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – All practitioners
- Schema-Focused Therapy (SFT) – Natalie, Claudia
- Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) – Natalie, Claudia
- Ego-State Therapy – Natalie
- Solution-Focused Therapy – All practitioners
- Compassion-Focused Therapy – All practitioners
- Interpersonal Therapy – All practitioners
- Family therapy – Bernie
Assessments –
Psychometric Learning Assessments
Psychometric learning assessments are available at Samford Psychology, conducted by Izzy Dewhurst or Isabelle Laurent.
Learning assessments can help with:
- Understanding why a child is struggling at school (one subject, several, or all of them)
- Identifying special learning difficulties (e.g. dyslexia)
- Identifying a childs cognitive strengths and weaknesses and being able to develop a framework for additional support at school, or at home
- Understanding if your child is gifted in one or more areas
Tests may include Weschsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V), Weschsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS-IV), Wechsler Individual Achievement Test (WIAT-III), Adaptive Behaviour Assessment System (ABAS-3), and a range of other tests to assess relevant factors such as anxiety, depression and behavioural difficulties.
Ages: Children 6+. Adolescents.
Please get in touch with our reception for pricing and availability. Please note there is no Medicare or private health rebate for these assessments.
ADHD Assessments
ADHD assessments are with our Provisional Psychologist, Izzy Dewhurst and Isabelle Laurent.
These assessment packages include clinical interviewing, reviewing previous reports and conducting standardised assessments to assess whether a client meets the DSM-5-TR criteria for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. This process will also include a comprehensive report and feedback session.
Assessments will often include the Weschler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS-IV) or the Weschler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC-V), the Weschler Individual Achievement Test (WIAT-III) and other measures as required.
Ages: Children 6+. Adolescents. Adults.
Please get in touch with our reception for pricing and availability. Please note there is no Medicare or private health rebate for these assessments.