Stephanie balances a warm, laid back, non-judgmental manner with dedication in providing evidence based psychological interventions that can help you manage the challenges of life. Stephanie utilises a holistic approach; taking into consideration the physical, psychological, spiritual and relational health of each person and their environment. Stephanie aims to make each session practical and solutions focused, working alongside you to make meaningful change.

Stephanie utilises a tailored approach based on your individual needs and using a variety of evidence based interventions including:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)

• Mindfulness Based Therapies 

• Schema Therapy 

• Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Child, Adolescent and Young Adult Mental Health including:

• ADHD

• Addiction

• Anxiety Disorders (e.g. Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Phobias)

• Complex Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

• Emotion Regulation Difficulties

• Mood Disorders (e.g. Depression, Bipolar Affective Disorder)

• Non-Suicidal Self Harm Difficulties

• Relationship Concerns (families, friendships, intimate partners)

• Stress and life adjustment

• Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviours

Stephanie has worked in private practice alongside other roles until deciding to focus solely on Anchor Clinic in 2023.

Stephanie most recently worked with the Central Coast Local Health Districts’ (CCLHD) Child and Family Health Service FACETS team (ages 5-12yrs) providing interventions and running parenting groups to support children and their families.

She previously worked in:

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service ( CCLHD)

• Youth Health Service (CCLHD)

• Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Pain Management Centre (SLHD)

• Psychology Perspective (private practice)

• Endorsed Clinical Psychologist (Psychology Board of Australia)

• Psychology Board of Australia Approved Supervisor

• Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) from the University of Sydney

• Master of Clinical Psychology from University of Technology Sydney

• Member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (MACPA)

• Certified Tuning into Kids Parenting Group Facilitator

• Certified EMDR therapist

• Registered with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

• Medicare provider

Joanna brings to her work a genuine care and compassion for people. She applies evidence-based interventions in a client focused and collaborative manner to assist people to make change and move towards their goals. Her approach focuses on warmth, and building a safe and supportive environment, that allows clients to share their unique story. Throughout treatment, Joanna aims to empower and equip individuals to overcome life’s challenges, enhance well-being and lead more meaningful, enriched lives.

Joanna utilises a variety of evidence-based interventions including:
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)

• Mindfulness Based Therapies

• Motivational Interviewing

Joanna’s areas of interests span child, adolescent and adult Mental Health and include:

• Anxiety Disorders (e.g. Generalised Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Panic Disorder, and Phobias)

• Complex Trauma

• Eating Disorders (specialist training in enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)

• Emotion Regulation Difficulties

• Grief and Loss

• Mood Disorders (e.g. Depression)

• Non-Suicidal Self Harm Difficulties

• Relationship Concerns (families, friendships, intimate partners)

• Self-esteem, and social skill development

• Stress, and Life Adjustment

Joanna has experience with a wide range of presenting difficulties, having worked across private practice, adolescent mental health services, and educational settings. She has also worked in young people and adult mental health services within the Central Coast Area Health Services.

Registered Psych:

Joanna has been practicing as a psychologist since 2015. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), a Master of Clinical Psychology, a Post Graduate Diploma in Psychology, and a Graduate Diploma in Professional Psychology. Joanna is a member of the Australian Psychological Society.

• Registered with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

• Medicare provider