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Ben Laverack

Director - Senior Psychologist

Board Approved Supervisor

Sira Accredited (Insurance/Workers Compensation )

BA (Psych), GDip (Psych), PGDip (Psych), MBA, MAPS, AAPi

Areas of Expertise

Depression/ Bipolar Disorder/ Anxiety Disorders/ Complex Trauma/ Anger Management/ Men’s Mental Health/ Personality Disorders/ Grief and Loss/ Domestic Violence/ ADHD/ Sleep Issues/ Gender Dysphoria

Demographic

Adults/ LGBTQIA+/ Indigenous and Torres Strait

Interventions

Now offering Neurofeedback therapy

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Narrative Therapy, Gender Affirmation, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Therapy, Coping skills training, Behavioural Therapy, Positive Psychology.

About

Ben believes everyone deserves to feel heard, understood and supported, and that belief has guided his work for more than 17 years. As Director and Senior Psychologist at the Clinic of Psychology, he brings deep clinical experience and a genuine passion for helping people move through life’s challenges and towards the things that matter to them.

Ben has worked across both the public and private sectors with some of the most vulnerable members of our community. That experience has shaped how he works: with compassion, without judgement, and with a steady focus on what will actually help the person sitting in front of him.

No two people are the same, so Ben doesn’t believe in a one size fits all therapy. He draws on a range of evidence based approaches and tailors them to you by focusing on your needs and goals. He is highly skilled in assessing, treating, and diagnosing a wide range of mental health concerns, and he’s at his best when working alongside clients to help them build lasting change.

Ben holds a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), Graduate Diploma of Psychology and Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology from Western Sydney University, as well as a Master of Business Administration from the Australian Institute of Business. This combination of clinical and leadership training allows him to guide the clinic’s team with the same care and commitment he offers his clients. He is a full Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi), and supervises psychologists completing the 4+2 and 5+1 pathways, as well as providing peer consultation.

 (“To be happy we need something to solve. Happiness is therefore a form of action;” -Mark Manson)

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Jess Ernst

Registered Psychologist

BPsychSc, GradDipPsychAdv, MProfPsych

Areas of Expertise

Mood Disorders (Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder) / Anxiety Disorders (Generalised Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) / ADHD / Neurodevelopmental Disorders / Stress Disorders (PTSD, Adjustment Disorders).

Demographic

Adults / Adolescents / LGBTQIA+/ Indigenous and Torres Strait

Interventions

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) / Solution Focused Therapy / Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) / Trauma Therapy / Coping Skills Training / Psychoeducation / Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) / Mindfulness / Behavioural Therapy / Supportive Counselling

 

About

Jess is a Registered Psychologist with experience in both the private sector and NDIS. She is experienced in supporting clients of varying ages with a wide range of presentations. Taking a compassionate, strengths-based approach, Jess strives to create a safe and supportive environment for individuals to work towards their therapeutic goals.

Over the course of her studies, Jess completed a Bachelor of Psychological Science and a Master of Professional Psychology at the University of Newcastle, and a Graduate Diploma of Psychology Advanced at Monash University. She then went on to complete her internship program within the disability sector, working with children, adolescents, and families. 

Jess draws on a number of evidence-based interventions and therapeutic frameworks to ensure that every approach is tailored to each individual. She also takes a collaborative approach throughout the process, ensuring that intervention is led by the needs and goals of the individual.

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Danielle Perkins

Registered Psychologist

Sira accredited (insurance/workers compensation )

BBSc(Psych), GradDipPsych(Adv), MProfPsych, AssocMAPS

Areas of Expertise

Mood Disorders (Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder), Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, ADHD, Stress Disorders (PTSD, Adjustment Disorders), Grief and Loss

Demographic 

Adolescents, Children, Adults, LGBTQIA+, Indigenous and Torres Strait 

Interventions 

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR),Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Coping Skills Training, Psychoeducation, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Behavioural Therapy, Supportive Counselling

About

Danielle is a Registered Psychologist who is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion, evidence-based strategies, and a client-centred approach. She has experience working with a diverse range of ages and presentations. Over the course of her studies, Danielle completed a Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology), a Postgraduate Diploma Psychology Advanced and a Master of Professional Psychology. She is an Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS).

Her practice is grounded in understanding each person’s unique experiences, offering a safe and non-judgmental space. She utilises a range of therapeutic approaches, tailoring each session to meet an individual’s needs and goals. She believes that therapy is a collaborative journey, and her goal is to empower individuals with the skills and insights needed to foster resilience, personal growth, and meaningful change.

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Karly O’Hara

Registered Psychologist / Clinical Psychology Registrar 

Sira accredited (insurance/workers compensation )

BPsych(Hons), MProfPsyc, MClinPsych, Assoc MAPS, MAAPi

Areas of Expertise

Mood Disorders (Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder), Anxiety Disorders (Generalised Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), Stress Disorders (PTSD, Adjustment Disorders), Trauma, Neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism), Parenting Support

Demographic 

Children / Adolescents / Adults / LGBTQIA+/ Indigenous and Torres Strait

Interventions 

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Mindfulness, Trauma Therapy, Behavioural Therapy, Person Centred Supportive Counselling

About

Karly is a Registered Psychologist and Clinical Psychology Registrar. She has completed a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and a Master of Clinical Psychology at the University of Newcastle. Karly works with individuals across the lifespan and has experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults in both public and private settings.

Karly values collaboration in her therapeutic work and is dedicated to creating a safe, relaxed, and supportive environment where clients feel heard and respected. She has a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals and adopts a neuro-affirming, trauma-informed, and holistic approach. Karly is passionate about fostering resilience, selfacceptance, and emotional well-being in her clients. By tailoring therapy to each person’s unique needs and drawing on evidence-based practices, she aims to empower clients to recognise and build on their strengths.

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Nathan Trimble

Registered Psychologist

BPsych(Hons), AAPI

Sira accredited (insurance/workers compensation )

Areas of Expertise

Developmental Trauma / Neurodevelopmental Disorders (Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Intellectual Disability) / Anxiety Disorders / Behavioural and Emotional Challenges / Stress Disorders (PTSD, Adjustment Disorders)

Demographic 

Children / Adolescents / Adults / Families (biological and OOHC) / LGBTQIA+/ Indigenous and Torres Strait

Interventions 

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) / Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) / Trauma-Informed Therapy / Play-Based and Creative Interventions / Psychoeducation / Behavioural Therapy 

About

Nathan is a Registered Psychologist with 14 years of experience across out-of-home care and the private sector. He has worked in a range of roles, including youth worker, educator, caseworker, behaviour specialist and team leader, before moving into psychology practice. This breadth of experience has shaped Nathan’s deep commitment to supporting vulnerable children, adolescents, and adults.

Nathan’s professional journey has provided him with extensive experience in treating and assessing developmental trauma, neurodevelopmental disabilities, and a wide range of behavioural, emotional, educational, and interpersonal challenges. Central to his approach is the belief that felt safety and a strong therapeutic alliance form the foundation for meaningful change.

Drawing on a variety of evidence-based interventions, Nathan adapts his approach to the unique needs of each individual. He often incorporates play, humour, music, and creativity into his sessions, helping clients feel comfortable and engaged. 

Outside of work, Nathan is a father of three and enjoys music, gaming, DIY projects, 3D printing, tennis and spending time with family and friends.

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