About me
I am a registered clinical psychologist who works with adults of all cultures with a wide variety of difficulties including anxiety, depression and stress. You will find me warm, non-judgmental and dedicated to finding what works best for you. I always approach my work with energy, creativity and a sense of fun. Diversity is welcome in my practice.
When I work with you, it is a bit like I have access to a bunch of recipes for solving problems that researchers have discovered and tested to make sure they work. I help you figure out which recipe works so that you can live your own best life. You already have all the ingredients in your pantry, but sometimes you may need new skills or a little help to figure out how to apply those you already have to solving problems. I am committed to using therapy techniques and strategies that have been properly tested and found to work; like Cognitive Behavioural therapy, EMDR, Schema therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, Interpersonal therapy, Ideal Parent Protocol hypno-therapy (for attachment difficulties), and Mindfulness.
Qualifications
Master of Clinical Psychology (MAPS)
Registered with AHPRA
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) - first class
Diploma in information technology
When I work with you, it is a bit like I have access to a bunch of recipes for solving problems that researchers have discovered and tested to make sure they work. I help you figure out which recipe works so that you can live your own best life. You already have all the ingredients in your pantry, but sometimes you may need new skills or a little help to figure out how to apply those you already have to solving problems. I am committed to using therapy techniques and strategies that have been properly tested and found to work; like Cognitive Behavioural therapy, EMDR, Schema therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, Interpersonal therapy, Ideal Parent Protocol hypno-therapy (for attachment difficulties), and Mindfulness.
Qualifications
Master of Clinical Psychology (MAPS)
Registered with AHPRA
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) - first class
Diploma in information technology
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Treatment experience:
My special interests are working with relational difficulties and intense emotions getting in the way of quality of life and impacting on developing nurturing relationships and self-confidence. Adults Depression, anxiety, stress related conditions, chronic conditions including pain and fatigue Specialised experience working with: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Complicated Grief Acute Stress Disorder Attachment problems Complex Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) Neurodivergence including ADHD, Autism (Note: Due to the nature of trauma, treatment for trauma can be triggering, and traumatised individuals who are vulnerable to re-enacting uncontainable self harm or aggression when experiencing flashbacks, or being triggered, are better suited to treatment in team environments where safety can be managed effectively) Sleep problems Weight Management and eating disorders Couples Click on these links for more information:
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The practice is located in Maylands, a suburb adjacent to Norwood, east of the Adelaide CBD. Street address is Steadfast House, 239 Magill Road, Maylands, 5069
There is convenient off street parking, and wheelchair access is available but needs to be arranged. Hours of business are: Monday to Friday 8:15am to 1pm Face-to-face, Telehealth, and phone appointments are all offered. Fees: 2024 First session with a new client is 60 minutes, $ 250 Subsequent sessions are 50 minutes, $ 220 ($ 200, with a valid, current concession card) Clinical psychologists attract a higher rebate from Medicare. If you have a Mental Health Care Plan from your doctor, the current rebate is $136.50 for up to 10 sessions each calendar year (the plan must be arranged prior to your appointment). Medicare requires that Mental health care plans are reviewed every 6 sessions, and you will need to return to your GP to get your plan reviewed in order to access the full number of sessions in a calendar year. Cancellation/No Shows To allow enough time to book in a client from the wait list, please let me know before 10am on the business day BEFORE your appointment, by SMS in response to your reminder. I reserve the right to charge a fee for non-attendance or late notice, which is two thirds of the cost of a standard appointment, payable before attending any further appointments. I never charge this fee if I have been able to fill the appointment. Booking an appointment New clients, please feel free to book your first session using the link below. If you feel your need is urgent, please make contact with me by email to be placed on the wait list if you aren't able to secure a session soon enough. Email: [email protected] Appointments can be booked when you see me, or online, click on the following link: Leanda Cawdry Online Bookings Fax: (08) 8312 3079 GP referrals These can be faxed to me, or you can bring your referral to your appointment. GP's, please specify if you think this as an urgent referral. Waitlist Please email me to let me know if you would like to be placed on the wait list, and give me some idea of days/times that would suit, also please let me know if you think it is urgent. If an appointment comes up on the wait list, and you are on it, you will receive an SMS and I will hold the appointment for you an hour or two before contacting the next person on the wait list. If you no longer want to be on the wait list, please email or respond to one of the SMS messages you receive. General Private Health rebates are available and the amounts depend on your health fund Medicare claiming is done online with your rebate arriving in your account within two days of your appointment. On the spot health fund claiming through HICAPS is available for some health funds. For any questions, please contact email: [email protected] Please view my privacy statement here Privacy statement |
Leanda Cawdry, registered child and adult psychologist, Norwood, Adelaide, South Australia