MEET OUR TEAM
Our team is made up of psychologists and social workers with varying ages and clinical interests. This means that we can always match you with a therapist who is best suited to your needs and preferences. All of our psychologists are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and our social workers are registered with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). Our services are available through Medicare, DVA, NDIS, WorkCover, Victims Assist, and private referrals/insurance agencies.
Dr Rachel Gleave,
BPsych(Hons), PhD(Clinical psychology)
Clinical Psychologist
Clinic Director
With 18 years of experience as a psychologist, Dr Rachel Gleave has worked in various settings, including private practice, university clinics, and public and private hospital systems. She adopts a compassionate and friendly approach towards her clients, focusing on building rapport and creating an enjoyable therapeutic environment. Rachel uses cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), schema therapy, mindfulness and compassion-based therapies, eye-movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR), and internal family systems (IFS) approaches. She provides therapy to both adult and adolescent clients, with a particular interest in treating trauma-related disorders. Rachel collaborates with clients to help them build insight, identify feelings and core needs, and develop coping skills to overcome unwanted behaviour patterns. She places significant emphasis on educating and empowering her clients to understand how the brain and mind function. Recently, Rachel has started incorporating Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) into her practice, training her therapy dogs, Hadley and Noa (female Golden Retriever x Poodles). Studies have shown that the human-animal bond can have a positive effect on both adults and children in psychotherapy. Animals offer unconditional love and support, which can increase the engagement and rapport between therapist and client. Research also suggests that incorporating animals into therapy can reduce anxiety, increase relaxation, and improve communication during sessions.
BPsych(Hons), PhD(Clinical psychology)
Clinical Psychologist
Clinic Director
With 18 years of experience as a psychologist, Dr Rachel Gleave has worked in various settings, including private practice, university clinics, and public and private hospital systems. She adopts a compassionate and friendly approach towards her clients, focusing on building rapport and creating an enjoyable therapeutic environment. Rachel uses cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), schema therapy, mindfulness and compassion-based therapies, eye-movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR), and internal family systems (IFS) approaches. She provides therapy to both adult and adolescent clients, with a particular interest in treating trauma-related disorders. Rachel collaborates with clients to help them build insight, identify feelings and core needs, and develop coping skills to overcome unwanted behaviour patterns. She places significant emphasis on educating and empowering her clients to understand how the brain and mind function. Recently, Rachel has started incorporating Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) into her practice, training her therapy dogs, Hadley and Noa (female Golden Retriever x Poodles). Studies have shown that the human-animal bond can have a positive effect on both adults and children in psychotherapy. Animals offer unconditional love and support, which can increase the engagement and rapport between therapist and client. Research also suggests that incorporating animals into therapy can reduce anxiety, increase relaxation, and improve communication during sessions.
Rachel's Phd: An Electrophysiological Investigation of Emotional Attention and Memory Biases in Depression: The Role of Working Memory Inhibitory Control Deficits. - Gleave_2015_02Thesis.pdf (5.146Mb)
Rachel's Publications (maiden name: Rachel Dati)
Dati, R. A., Cutmore, T., & Shum, D. (2012). Event-Related Potential (ERP) Indices of Emotional Biases in Depression: The Role of Working Memory Inhibitory Control Deficits. In G. Andrews and D. Newmann (Eds.). Beyond the lab: applications of cognitive research in memory and learning. Nova Science Publishers, Inc, New York. https://www.novapublishers.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=25613
Dati, R. A., Cutmore, T., & Shum, D. (2009). The viability of a non-deceptive variant of the object cue P300-guilty knowledge test (P300-GKT). Journal of Clinical EEG & Neuroscience, 40(1), 200. http://books.google.com.au/books/about/The_Viability_of_a_Passive_Event_related.html?id=lK_RSAAACAAJ&redir_esc=y
In her free time, Rachel enjoys spending quality time with her family. She strives to balance her responsibilities as a psychologist, business owner and director, and a parent to two young children. She has a passion for animals, yoga, and she loves to indulge in delicious food at Cairns Rusty Markets, especially Anne's Vietnamese Caphe.
Rachel's Publications (maiden name: Rachel Dati)
Dati, R. A., Cutmore, T., & Shum, D. (2012). Event-Related Potential (ERP) Indices of Emotional Biases in Depression: The Role of Working Memory Inhibitory Control Deficits. In G. Andrews and D. Newmann (Eds.). Beyond the lab: applications of cognitive research in memory and learning. Nova Science Publishers, Inc, New York. https://www.novapublishers.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=25613
Dati, R. A., Cutmore, T., & Shum, D. (2009). The viability of a non-deceptive variant of the object cue P300-guilty knowledge test (P300-GKT). Journal of Clinical EEG & Neuroscience, 40(1), 200. http://books.google.com.au/books/about/The_Viability_of_a_Passive_Event_related.html?id=lK_RSAAACAAJ&redir_esc=y
In her free time, Rachel enjoys spending quality time with her family. She strives to balance her responsibilities as a psychologist, business owner and director, and a parent to two young children. She has a passion for animals, yoga, and she loves to indulge in delicious food at Cairns Rusty Markets, especially Anne's Vietnamese Caphe.
Marie-Anne Wilkinson
MA (Clinical psychology), MAPS
Clinical Psychologist
Marie-Anne Wilkinson (Hawkins) is a clinical psychologist with more than two decades of experience in the field. Her extensive knowledge and skill base allows her to effectively diagnose, treat, and manage mental health conditions. Marie-Anne completed her undergraduate studies in psychology at Curtin University and went on to earn a Master's degree in clinical psychology from Murdoch University. Additionally, she pursued postgraduate studies in Education Psychology, Organisation Psychology, and Business Management.
Marie-Anne's extensive experience spans across various clinical settings, including community mental health clinics, schools, refugee and detention centres, private practices, and the Royal Flying Doctors. Her primary focus is on trauma and complex mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. She has a wealth of experience working with clients who have suffered trauma, anger management, life transitions, drug and alcohol counselling, and stress management.
She employs a range of evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR). Her approach is client-centered and compassionate, with a focus on collaborating with clients to develop personalised treatment plans that cater to their unique needs and circumstances. Additionally, she is an AHPRA board-approved supervisor.
MA (Clinical psychology), MAPS
Clinical Psychologist
Marie-Anne Wilkinson (Hawkins) is a clinical psychologist with more than two decades of experience in the field. Her extensive knowledge and skill base allows her to effectively diagnose, treat, and manage mental health conditions. Marie-Anne completed her undergraduate studies in psychology at Curtin University and went on to earn a Master's degree in clinical psychology from Murdoch University. Additionally, she pursued postgraduate studies in Education Psychology, Organisation Psychology, and Business Management.
Marie-Anne's extensive experience spans across various clinical settings, including community mental health clinics, schools, refugee and detention centres, private practices, and the Royal Flying Doctors. Her primary focus is on trauma and complex mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, and personality disorders. She has a wealth of experience working with clients who have suffered trauma, anger management, life transitions, drug and alcohol counselling, and stress management.
She employs a range of evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR). Her approach is client-centered and compassionate, with a focus on collaborating with clients to develop personalised treatment plans that cater to their unique needs and circumstances. Additionally, she is an AHPRA board-approved supervisor.
Jodi Nilsson
B(Psychology), Masters (Clinical Psychology)
Clinical Psychologist
Jodi is a Clinical Psychologist with an interest in delivering psychological therapy in a culturally and locally relevant way for her clients. Her focus is on adapting therapy to ensure that the clients own experience and context is considered when working together. She has an interest in strengths-based and affirming practice, particularly for marginalised groups. Jodi attained her degree in psychology from James Cook University, and her honours and Clinical Masters at The University of Tasmania. She has other university qualifications including Anthropology, and Professional Writing, but her lifelong love has always been seeking to understand the human condition and adapting psychological therapy to the needs of remote and regional Australia Jodi has also trained and worked in oncology and remote and rural practice. Most recently Jodi has been providing training and supervision services for psychologists, with an emphasis on training therapists in increasing client satisfaction and outcomes. She also provides therapy for health care workers and mental health workers, or ‘therapy for therapists’. She is also focussing on better adapting psychological approaches for males.
Jodi also enjoys working with complex clients who have found previous therapy unhelpful, to assist in clarifying diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
Jodi is a warm, empathic therapist who is passionate about providing the highest level of care to her community and assisting others to do the same.
Treatment modalities Jodi works with include
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Attachment-based family therapy and Attachment informed therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Compassion focussed Therapy
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
Jodi also has training in trauma focussed CBT, Schema therapy, family therapy and relationship counselling.
Jodi has extensive experience working with:
• Anxiety disorders
• ASD with a focus on Neuro-diverse affirming care
• Complex co-occurring presentations with background trauma
• Cross-cultural psychology
• Grief and loss
• Interpersonal and family difficulties
• LGBTIQA+ affirming practice
• Mood disorders
• Personality disorders
• PTSD
• Substance misuse
In her spare time Jodi does lots of family stuff and likes swimming and fishing on the reef, although she would like to note that it is the boating she likes more than the fishing should anyone wish to talk about fishing at length . She wishes she could read more, but hopes to be able to do that when she is old.
B(Psychology), Masters (Clinical Psychology)
Clinical Psychologist
Jodi is a Clinical Psychologist with an interest in delivering psychological therapy in a culturally and locally relevant way for her clients. Her focus is on adapting therapy to ensure that the clients own experience and context is considered when working together. She has an interest in strengths-based and affirming practice, particularly for marginalised groups. Jodi attained her degree in psychology from James Cook University, and her honours and Clinical Masters at The University of Tasmania. She has other university qualifications including Anthropology, and Professional Writing, but her lifelong love has always been seeking to understand the human condition and adapting psychological therapy to the needs of remote and regional Australia Jodi has also trained and worked in oncology and remote and rural practice. Most recently Jodi has been providing training and supervision services for psychologists, with an emphasis on training therapists in increasing client satisfaction and outcomes. She also provides therapy for health care workers and mental health workers, or ‘therapy for therapists’. She is also focussing on better adapting psychological approaches for males.
Jodi also enjoys working with complex clients who have found previous therapy unhelpful, to assist in clarifying diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
Jodi is a warm, empathic therapist who is passionate about providing the highest level of care to her community and assisting others to do the same.
Treatment modalities Jodi works with include
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Attachment-based family therapy and Attachment informed therapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Compassion focussed Therapy
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
Jodi also has training in trauma focussed CBT, Schema therapy, family therapy and relationship counselling.
Jodi has extensive experience working with:
• Anxiety disorders
• ASD with a focus on Neuro-diverse affirming care
• Complex co-occurring presentations with background trauma
• Cross-cultural psychology
• Grief and loss
• Interpersonal and family difficulties
• LGBTIQA+ affirming practice
• Mood disorders
• Personality disorders
• PTSD
• Substance misuse
In her spare time Jodi does lots of family stuff and likes swimming and fishing on the reef, although she would like to note that it is the boating she likes more than the fishing should anyone wish to talk about fishing at length . She wishes she could read more, but hopes to be able to do that when she is old.
Naomi Leo
B(Psychology), MAPS
Psychologist
Naomi is a registered psychologist who work with children, youth, adults and families. She has special interest in working with clients with anxiety, autism, and trauma disorders.
Naomi also has training in positive behaviour support plan development and can work with families and individuals who have autism to develop techniques that support the autistic individual to identify underlying needs and ways to meet the needs within their environment to improve quality of life.
Naomi has training in CBT, Schema Therapy and uses uses an integrated approach to address symptoms and resolve the underlying causes that keep clients feeling stuck in their distress. She will utilise attachment-based and sensorimotor psychotherapy interventions for trauma. Sensorimotor psychotherapy interventions actively incorporate an awareness of the body into clinical practice, targeting the habits of physical action, autonomic dysregulation, and posture. These techniques address the physical, as well as the psychological effects of adverse experiences on the mind and body, supporting a deep, effective, and unified approach to healing”.
B(Psychology), MAPS
Psychologist
Naomi is a registered psychologist who work with children, youth, adults and families. She has special interest in working with clients with anxiety, autism, and trauma disorders.
Naomi also has training in positive behaviour support plan development and can work with families and individuals who have autism to develop techniques that support the autistic individual to identify underlying needs and ways to meet the needs within their environment to improve quality of life.
Naomi has training in CBT, Schema Therapy and uses uses an integrated approach to address symptoms and resolve the underlying causes that keep clients feeling stuck in their distress. She will utilise attachment-based and sensorimotor psychotherapy interventions for trauma. Sensorimotor psychotherapy interventions actively incorporate an awareness of the body into clinical practice, targeting the habits of physical action, autonomic dysregulation, and posture. These techniques address the physical, as well as the psychological effects of adverse experiences on the mind and body, supporting a deep, effective, and unified approach to healing”.
Samantha Carruthers
Bachelor of Behavioural Science, Post Graduate Diploma of Psychology,
Master of Organisational Psychology, MAPS, SFHEA
Psychologist
Since graduating in 1996, Samantha Carruthers has worked in clinical, counselling, forensic and organisational psychology settings. Sam approaches therapy with compassion and kindness. She believes each person is the expert in their own lives. She partners with you, so you can deepen your understanding of yourself. Sam introduces evidence-based approaches that you can use to create the change you are seeking.
Sam works with adults and children. She uses an eclectic approach, influenced by CBT, solution focused brief therapy, positive psychology and compassion focused therapy. Areas of practice include depression, anxiety, stress, grief and loss, trauma, parenting, and adjusting to life changes such as separation or retirement.
Based in Cairns, Sam enjoys learning to be a yoga teacher, training her labradoodle ‘Blackie Boy’ to be a therapy dog and raising her two beautiful, interesting children.
Nicky Tune
Bachelor of Social Work
Certified Hypnotherapist /Graduate Certificate in Alcohol & Drug Studies
Social Worker (Accredited Mental Health)
Having almost 20 years of experience, Nicky has worked in various locations such as the UK, the Cape, and Cairns, catering to individuals of different age groups including children, the elderly, and adult mental health patients. Her ultimate goal is to provide comprehensive and high-quality holistic care. Nicky makes use of a variety of psychotherapies in her practice and tailors her treatment to suit the specific goals and needs of her clients. Her client-centered approach prioritises treating the individual as a whole, rather than just their diagnosis, and working collaboratively with her clients. Nicky helps her clients build confidence, self-esteem, and resilience, thereby enhancing their resourcefulness. She offers a wide range of therapies, including Clinical Hypnosis, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solutions-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Motivation Interviewing, relaxation techniques, mindfulness counselling, interpersonal psychotherapy treatment, breathing techniques, hypnotherapy, and carer support/burnout assistance.
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW), Nicky possesses tertiary-level qualifications in the internationally recognised profession of social work. In addition to completing undergraduate education, accredited mental health social workers also undergo rigorous mental health training to become highly skilled clinicians capable of assessing, diagnosing, and treating complex cases.
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW), Nicky possesses tertiary-level qualifications in the internationally recognised profession of social work. In addition to completing undergraduate education, accredited mental health social workers also undergo rigorous mental health training to become highly skilled clinicians capable of assessing, diagnosing, and treating complex cases.
What is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker?
While social workers undertake a diverse range of roles within the community, some also complete further study in counselling and mental health, offering services that are similar to those provided by psychologists. Moreover, after completing a minimum of two years of supervised clinical practice, these social workers may pursue additional certification to become an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) through the Australian Association of Social Work. This accreditation signifies their extensive experience and expertise in the field of mental health, enabling them to be registered with Medicare for rebates, which is comparable to the training and standards required for psychologists.
Social workers typically adopt a holistic approach, considering the individual within their entire psycho-social system, rather than viewing the person as the sole source of the issue. They foster a therapeutic relationship based on collaboration and partnership, rather than positioning themselves as "the expert". Additionally, social workers generally possess a comprehensive understanding of the service system. They may also focus in specific client groups or therapeutic modalities, such as Clinical Hypnosis, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), or trauma therapy, akin to the training seen in psychology.
While social workers undertake a diverse range of roles within the community, some also complete further study in counselling and mental health, offering services that are similar to those provided by psychologists. Moreover, after completing a minimum of two years of supervised clinical practice, these social workers may pursue additional certification to become an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) through the Australian Association of Social Work. This accreditation signifies their extensive experience and expertise in the field of mental health, enabling them to be registered with Medicare for rebates, which is comparable to the training and standards required for psychologists.
Social workers typically adopt a holistic approach, considering the individual within their entire psycho-social system, rather than viewing the person as the sole source of the issue. They foster a therapeutic relationship based on collaboration and partnership, rather than positioning themselves as "the expert". Additionally, social workers generally possess a comprehensive understanding of the service system. They may also focus in specific client groups or therapeutic modalities, such as Clinical Hypnosis, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), or trauma therapy, akin to the training seen in psychology.
Barbara Wasilewski
Bachelor of Social Work
Social Worker (Accredited Mental Health)
Barbara is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker. She has over 20 years experience working with adults and adolescents experiencing mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, and psychosis. Barbara is a warm and friendly therapist who is passionate about helping people. She has experience working with people from multicultural backgrounds and she speaks Polish fluently.
Barbara is extremely client focused in her work and considers how different approaches will improve an individual's situation and overall well-being. By working collaboratively as a team with her clients, Barbara's aim is to help people achieve their goals in life and enhance the meaning and value of their lives.
As a mature person, Barbara has a wealth of life experience to draw on and an extensive history of working in a range of mental health settings. In her work Barbara integrates all aspects of effective therapy practice by masterfully developing the therapeutic alliance, instilling hope, quickly centering on achievable objectives, selecting evidence-based practices and facilitating treatment adherence and follow up to make sure treatment gains will be maintained.
Barbara works with adults and adolescents (15+); she is available via tele-health services. Key interest areas: Depression, Anxiety
Grief and Loss, Cross Cultural Issues, Suicide prevention, Stress, Self Esteem, Situational Crisis, Workplace stress, Migrant issues, and
Christian counselling.
Therapeutic Approaches: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution- Focused Therapy.
Barbara is extremely client focused in her work and considers how different approaches will improve an individual's situation and overall well-being. By working collaboratively as a team with her clients, Barbara's aim is to help people achieve their goals in life and enhance the meaning and value of their lives.
As a mature person, Barbara has a wealth of life experience to draw on and an extensive history of working in a range of mental health settings. In her work Barbara integrates all aspects of effective therapy practice by masterfully developing the therapeutic alliance, instilling hope, quickly centering on achievable objectives, selecting evidence-based practices and facilitating treatment adherence and follow up to make sure treatment gains will be maintained.
Barbara works with adults and adolescents (15+); she is available via tele-health services. Key interest areas: Depression, Anxiety
Grief and Loss, Cross Cultural Issues, Suicide prevention, Stress, Self Esteem, Situational Crisis, Workplace stress, Migrant issues, and
Christian counselling.
Therapeutic Approaches: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution- Focused Therapy.
Tina Dart (Alida Martina Dart)
Graduate Diploma of Psychology Advanced, Monash University
Provisional Psychologist
Tina is a provisionally registered psychologist with AHPRA (The Psychologists Board of Australia; registered under her name: Alida Martina Dart) and is currently completing her placement towards full General Registration. As part of her internship program, Tina regularly attends formal supervision sessions, as well as actively seeking out informal mentorship and guidance from colleagues, peers and other health professionals. Supervision is a space for Tina to check in that she is applying appropriate evidence based interventions, developing core competencies, meeting APS (Australian Psychological Societies) Code of Ethics and meeting the requirements of formal processes of reporting to the board during her internship. It is also a space for the supervisor to ensure that client’s needs are being met by the provisional psychologist.
In a previous life Tina worked in Human Resources (HR), and really enjoyed connecting to people, which led to her realise that she wanted to have more of an individual impact. The evolution of her becoming a psychologist has been a long one with a number of stops along the way (in particular, finding love and having a child) – these experiences have and continue to shape her practice. She values taking a relatable, compassionate, supportive, client-centred approach and believes in developing strong therapeutic relationships founded on empathy and warmth to promote client wellbeing.
Tina aims to help individuals unlock their capabilities through evidence-based modalities (CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy) to facilitate real change, while feeling heard and understood. She works towards empowering individuals toward short-term wins and maintaining long-term gains. Tina is passionate about working in mental health to play a role in reducing the stigma of accessing mental health support by working towards breaking down barriers and facilitating positive change. She is passionate about supporting individuals to learn how to get the best out of themselves and live a more fulfilled life.
Tina’s area of clinical interest includes treatment of:
Graduate Diploma of Psychology Advanced, Monash University
Provisional Psychologist
Tina is a provisionally registered psychologist with AHPRA (The Psychologists Board of Australia; registered under her name: Alida Martina Dart) and is currently completing her placement towards full General Registration. As part of her internship program, Tina regularly attends formal supervision sessions, as well as actively seeking out informal mentorship and guidance from colleagues, peers and other health professionals. Supervision is a space for Tina to check in that she is applying appropriate evidence based interventions, developing core competencies, meeting APS (Australian Psychological Societies) Code of Ethics and meeting the requirements of formal processes of reporting to the board during her internship. It is also a space for the supervisor to ensure that client’s needs are being met by the provisional psychologist.
In a previous life Tina worked in Human Resources (HR), and really enjoyed connecting to people, which led to her realise that she wanted to have more of an individual impact. The evolution of her becoming a psychologist has been a long one with a number of stops along the way (in particular, finding love and having a child) – these experiences have and continue to shape her practice. She values taking a relatable, compassionate, supportive, client-centred approach and believes in developing strong therapeutic relationships founded on empathy and warmth to promote client wellbeing.
Tina aims to help individuals unlock their capabilities through evidence-based modalities (CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy) to facilitate real change, while feeling heard and understood. She works towards empowering individuals toward short-term wins and maintaining long-term gains. Tina is passionate about working in mental health to play a role in reducing the stigma of accessing mental health support by working towards breaking down barriers and facilitating positive change. She is passionate about supporting individuals to learn how to get the best out of themselves and live a more fulfilled life.
Tina’s area of clinical interest includes treatment of:
- Stress-Related and Adjustment problems
- Anxiety Disorders and Panic Attacks
- Depression Disorders
What is a Provisional Psychologist?
A provisional psychologist has fulfilled their tertiary education requirements and is now eligible for a supervised internship program to enhance their applied skills in a practical setting. This program involves a minimum of two years of weekly supervision with an AHPRA board-approved supervisor, where the provisional psychologist must complete a set number of hours in psychological practice, supervision, and professional development. The intern must demonstrate their competency in the eight core areas of their internship and pass a National Psychology Exam to qualify for general registration.
When working with our clients at Cairns Trauma & Clinical Psychology, provisional psychologists perform the same tasks as fully registered psychologists. However, they have access to an on-call psychologist at the clinic, such as Dr Rachel Gleave, the Principal Clinical Psychologist, and external supervisors who are AHPRA registered psychologists to ensure they provide effective support to participants. Additionally, provisional psychologists must undertake extensive professional development each year to expand their knowledge and skills in helping their clients.
Laura Fitzgerald
James Cook University Student - Bachelor of Social Work
Client Support Services
Laura is a current full time Bachelor of Social Work student. Laura was born and raised in the Gold Coast and moved to Cairns to peruse a career as a Flight Attendant. Shortly after starting this job, she felt a strong pull to begin her Social Work degree to practice her belief in supporting people and empowering individuals. Laura has also worked in the health care sector for a number of years, she aims to pursue her passion to work in a counselling setting here at Cairns Trauma & Clinical Psychology. Laura will be completing her first placement with us. Laura’s goal is to create a safe, open, and empowering environment for her clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. She believes in supporting individuals to help achieve their goals through client-centred-care.
If you have an interest in booking in with Laura, she will be opening her door for low cost counselling sessions, to those who feel they will benefit from counselling and guidance within the community. Laura's work will be supervised by Clinical Psychologist, Dr Rachel Gleave.
When not working as our social work intern, Laura assists our psychologists with administration and client-support services.
James Cook University Student - Bachelor of Social Work
Client Support Services
Laura is a current full time Bachelor of Social Work student. Laura was born and raised in the Gold Coast and moved to Cairns to peruse a career as a Flight Attendant. Shortly after starting this job, she felt a strong pull to begin her Social Work degree to practice her belief in supporting people and empowering individuals. Laura has also worked in the health care sector for a number of years, she aims to pursue her passion to work in a counselling setting here at Cairns Trauma & Clinical Psychology. Laura will be completing her first placement with us. Laura’s goal is to create a safe, open, and empowering environment for her clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. She believes in supporting individuals to help achieve their goals through client-centred-care.
If you have an interest in booking in with Laura, she will be opening her door for low cost counselling sessions, to those who feel they will benefit from counselling and guidance within the community. Laura's work will be supervised by Clinical Psychologist, Dr Rachel Gleave.
When not working as our social work intern, Laura assists our psychologists with administration and client-support services.
