Our Team
Larina Bromley
Psychologist
Bachelor in Psychology, Masters Degree in Health Counselling Member of Australian Association of Psychologists Inc
Larina is not taking on any new clients at this time. She will open her books again in December 2023.
Larina is a passionate and committed psychologist with extensive experience in clinical and community settings, providing high quality and caring therapeutic services to clients from diverse backgrounds.
She spent many years as a counsellor working with blood borne viruses, alcohol and drug support, and suicide postvention. Larina has also experienced working in the field of torture and trauma with refugees, as well as providing support to people who have had a loss to suicide and other traumatic bereavements.
Larina is passionate about being a psychologist, due to the ability to meet so many different people, each with their own story, struggles, and strengths.
Areas of Interest
Trauma (PTSD) and Complex Trauma (cPTSD)
Suicide Bereavement
Depression
Anxiety
Panic
Stress
Family relationships
Veterans and active Defence Force personnel and First Responders
Life transition and adjustment
Therapeutic Approach
Larina adopts a client-centred approach using a range of techniques including:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Family of Origin and Attachment Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Narrative Therapy
Mindfulness Therapy
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Branda Newton
Psychologist
Bachelor in Psychology, Gradudate Diploma in Psychology, MAppPsych (Professional) & MAPS
Branda is a Registered Psychologist with experience in the assessment and treatment of mood disorders, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, trauma, family of origin issues, and interpersonal and relationship difficulties.
She also works with psychological concerns including low self-esteem and self-worth, body image issues, stress and burnout, and emotion dysregulation. Whilst working with children and families, she recognises the importance of holistic thinking, and collaborating and strengthening the family system.
Branda uses an empathic and curious stance in the therapeutic space to help build rapport and trust with clients. Branda believes all who enters her room deserve a warm, authentic, tailored, and compassionate psychological approach, and intend to create space and walk alongside them in their therapeutic journey.
Areas of Interest
mood, personality and adjustment disorders
trauma
family of origin issues
interpersonal and relationship difficulties
self-esteem and self-wroth
body image
stress and burnout
emotional dysregulation
Therapeutic Approach
Branda employs a variety of evidence-based psychological interventions including:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT),
Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Schema Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Mary-Anne Wallace
Counselling Psychologist
Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology), Masters in psychology (Counselling), MAPS, EMDRAA
Mary-Anne has a passion for working with individuals, couples, and groups. She has extensive experience as a psychologist in the mental care industry.
Utilising evidence-based practise, Mary-Anne is flexible in her approach and happy to work with people on a short, medium, or long-term basis. She enjoys watching people resolve their difficulties and move towards a more positive future.
Although trained in traditional psychology, Mary-Anne is trained and passionate about hypnosis and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing. This is particularly helpful for PTSD, anxiety, depression, insomnia and addictions.
Mary-Anne tailors her approach to suit the individual needs of each client, and strongly believes in supporting and empowering people to make positive long-term changes.
Areas of Interest
Relationships and Couples
Anger and Conflict Issues
Grief and loss
Life Transition and Adjustment Issues
Personal Development
Depression and Anxiety
Stress Management
Trauma
Therapeutic Approach
Couples Counselling
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Interpersonal Psychotherapy