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Claire Wood

General psychologist, specialising in:

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  • Adjustment Difficulties and Life Transitions
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety Disorders
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English

Hi, I’m Claire

I am eager to interact with a kalediscope of individuals- each bringing their own perspective to the table in a comfortable environment. I feel especially privileged when working with individuals with mental health difficulties. Active listening and 1:1 support enhances individual resilience while supporting meaningful.change. New perspectives and skills assist them to navigate their journey in more meaningful ways.

I can help you with

  • Adjustment Difficulties and Life Transitions
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Autism
  • Depression and Low Mood
  • Dyslexia
  • Eating and Feeding Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Parenting and New-Parent Support
  • Perinatal and Postnatal Mental Health
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress Management
  • Trauma

I’m trained in

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Qualifications

I initially completed degrees in education and welfare which paved the way for a focus on psychology. I completed a graduate and post graduate diploma in psychology in 2002. I am a member of the Australian Health Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Australian psychology society (APS) and ASPECT. I practice Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. I have a keen interest in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I am a listed ACT therapist. I am ialso interested in Neurodliversity with an emphasis on autism and ADHD. I use a trauma informed approach and use schema and narrative therapies.; I continue to work with a di verse range of clients across the life span (children, adolescents, adults and elderly). I see clients with different presentations e.g. intellectual delay, ASD and trauma. I have seen clients from different cultural backgrounds. My work in rural and remote NSW includes working with indigenous Australians.