Hi, I'm Tim.​ ​

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the human behind the therapy
 

I was born and raised in the wonderfully diverse outer western suburbs of Melbourne, and that’s shaped how I show up in the therapy room - grounded, inclusive, and committed to creating a safe space for people from all walks of life. Sometimes some humour even sneaks into the room.

Before becoming a psychologist, I spent over a decade as an accountant, which gave me a firsthand understanding of corporate cultures and the stressors that come with them. Now, I consider it a true privilege to support people through life’s tougher moments. 

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My pathway to registration as a Clinical Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) included 8 years of Study, Research and Supervised Practice, including a Masters in Clinical Psychology and published research.

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the clinical stuff

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The clients I work with are often experiencing difficulties with:
 

• Anxiety (including phobias and panic)

• Obsessions / compulsions

• Depression

• Stress / Burnout

• Self-esteem/ body image/ confidence

• Trauma / PTSD

• Grief

• Interpersonal / relationship issues

• LGBTQIA+ issues

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I use a mix of evidence-based techniques including Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). There is often more than one way / type of therapy to address your difficulties. We will agree on a way forward and work together towards your therapy goals.

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my approach to therapy
 

• safe - my office is a welcoming, nonjudgmental, inclusive and affirming space for all. 
   

• pragmatic - therapy is different for every client, designed to match your goals, priorities, resources, and abilities.
   

• flexible - while we will agree on your goals pretty early on, therapy is often not linear. Sometimes new things come up, so we pivot!
   

• informal - while always professional, I aim to make therapy approachable. I use plain language and If you want to express yourself with colorful language - then go for it, I say.

​​research

 

Outside of clinical practice, my research interests include minority stress (e.g. stigma, bullying), body dissatisfaction and disordered eating, as well as gay men's mental health.

​You can view my research published in the journal Psychology & Sexuality here:

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