Lindisfarne Psychology &
Wellbeing Centre

Kirby is a Registered Psychologist who has a particular interest in assessment (cognitive, educational and behavioural) and support for children and adolescents, including gifted students and students with disabilities. Kirby can also provide therapy to children and families, including parenting skills. Kirby currently works as a School Psychologist with primary school students and is registered to provide services under Medicare.

Deb is a Registered Psychologist who has practised all over Australia in regional, rural and remote communities. Deb specialises in adults and teenagers with a range of mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders, in addition to relationship, sexuality, and other life time transitional issues. Deb uses a range of different therapeutic treatments, such as Cognitive-Behavioural therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing to support clients to build skills in managing and dealing with their issues and symptoms to live a full life.

Caroline has a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology and has more than 30 years' experience working in a range of environments. Caroline has a particular interest in relationship and couples counselling and has worked in the area of family violence. She also has extensive experience in assisting individuals address workplace problems due to recent employment in EPA environment where she worked with staff and mangers through counselling and management consultancy. Caroline also has past experience working with young people in school and university settings. Caroline can assist adolescents and adults in building resilience and managing stress, depression and anxiety. She uses a range of evidence-based approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational interviewing, Positive Psychology.

Aneliese has a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology and is experienced in working with people with a range of mental health concerns, in individual and group settings. Aneliese has a particular interest in anxiety disorders, emotion dysregulation, and addictions. She enjoys working with people to make lifestyle changes such as improving sleep, developing healthy relationships with food, and communicating effectively. She is skilled in delivering various evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness. Aneliese feels it is a privilege to work with her clients during challenging times. She describes her approach as calm and warm, focusing on practical strategies that help her clients live the life they want.

Andrea Breen PhD is a registered therapist and supervisor with PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia). She specialises in grief and loss counselling, trauma recovery, play therapy, creative arts therapy with children, couples counselling and family therapy. Andrea has had broad experience as a teacher in primary, secondary and tertiary education (including counselling practice) and in music and special education. Her experience as a counsellor and creative arts therapist over 20 years includes a range of services: aged care and dementia care (music and arts therapy), mental health, children's therapy, family therapy, relationship counselling, grief and loss therapy, trauma recovery with former refugees and family violence counselling. She leans towards eclectic approaches in therapy and enabling expression through the arts.

Jane has had over 25 years’ experience as a Psychologist in a variety of school settings in Tasmania and Asia. Jane promotes the development, learning and wellbeing of students from pre- kindergarten to senior secondary level. This includes psychometric and educational assessments to diagnose and support educational interventions as well as providing counselling and therapeutic interventions for students individually and in groups. Jane works in a consultative way to assist teachers and parents in devising appropriate interventions for children with specific learning difficulties, overall developmental delay, anxiety issues, social and emotional difficulties, exceptional talents and specific psychological disorders. Jane also works with families to assist in resolving family difficulties which impact on personal growth and relationships. Jane is Registered Provider under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

Jessica is a Registered Psychologist with a Master of Psychology (Clinical) Degree from the University of Tasmania. She has provided therapy (i.e. individual and group) and assessments (i.e. cognitive and psychological) across community and hospital settings. Jessica works with teenagers and adults experiencing a range of mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, difficulties managing emotions and sleep issues. She aims to provide a space in therapy for her clients that feels safe, non-judgmental and empowering. Jessica enjoys working alongside her clients to explore their individual needs, wants and therapy goals. She draws on a number of evidence-based therapies (e.g. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour-informed Therapy and mindfulness-based practices) to support her clients in deepening their understanding of their mental health, as well as developing practical coping strategies. Jessica is registered to provide services under Medicare.

Jane is a Registered Psychologist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. She works primarily with adolescents and adults using a variety of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness. Jane is warm and friendly and values upfront, honest communication in her sessions. She has experience providing psychological support to emergency service workers. On the days that Jane is not working here she works at St Mary’s College supporting students in the senior school.

Anja is a child, youth and family counsellor, emotion coach and mum of 2 school aged children. Anja lives and works on the Eastern Shore and has been running her Calm Kidz Program since 2016. Anja's special interest is working with parents, children and youth in one on one, school and/or group settings. Anja is experienced in several evidence-based, client-centred counselling methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Emotion Coaching and Solution-Focused Therapy. She has attended training in family therapy, mindfulness-based therapies, child development and effective parenting. Anja’s focus is helping children who struggle with anxiety, emotion regulation, anger challenges, low self-esteem, behaviour, and general challenges in life.

Annabelle is a registered psychologist with over 25 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults in health and educational settings. Annabelle uses Acceptance and Commitment and Cognitive Behavioural models to work with clients on issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, stress, motivation and relationship difficulties. She also provides assessments for the diagnosis and management of specific learning disabilities, gifted and diverse learners. Annabelle enjoys working with clients to increase their understanding of mental health issues and improve life experiences. Annabelle works as a school psychologist with senior secondary school students when she is not working at Lindisfarne.