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Meet Our Psychologists

Clinical Psychologists

Our Clinical Psychologists have completed strict postgraduate programs at masters or doctorate level. Clinical Psychologists must meet strict criteria set by the Australian Psychological Society and the Psychology Board of Australia for ongoing professional development.

Our general and clinical psychologists are members of the Australian Psychological Society, providers with Medicare and private health funds.

Cherie Dalton BA PGDipPsych, MClinPsych MAPS
Masters in Clinical Psychology
Member- Australian Psychological Society (APS)
Member – Clinical College of the APS
Member – Australian Association of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

Cherie established the psychology practice at Tyack Health in 2004. She has many years experience working in the field of clinical psychology working with physical pain, depression, anxiety, workplace stress, grief, trauma and all areas of emotional health in private practice, community and hospital settings.

Georgia Watkins-Allen BA (Hons) MClinPsych MAPS
Masters in Clinical Psychology
Member- Australian Psychological Society (APS)
Member – Clinical College of the APS
Accredited - 'Friends' program facilitator

Georgia has a strong interest and experience in working with adolescents, families, general health issues, alcohol and drug problems, anxiety, depression, Bipolar, Schizophrenia and weight loss.

Dr Ilze Grobler BA (Hons), MA (CounsPsy), CertHypnosis, PhD, MAPS
Masters in Counselling Psychology
PhD in Psychology
Certificate in Clinical Hypnosis
Member - Australian Psychological Society (APS)

Member - Clinical College of the APS

Ilze has many years experience in clinical psychology for adults and children.  She is a skilled hypnotherapist and is experienced in trauma counselling, career guidance, disability, narrative therapy and the assessment and treatment of the full range of emotional difficulties.

Greg Currie Clinical Psychologist
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Master of Clinical Psychology
Member of Australian Psychological Society
Member of College of Clinical Psychologists

Greg Currie is a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience in independent private practice, hospitals and other settings. He has had extensive experience in mental health, specifically in the treatment of psychological disorders in adults including; anxiety disorders, depression, adjustment disorders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and in rehabilitation issues, such as pain management.

Greg has worked with veterans and their families, and members of the Defence Force over many years, specialising in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.

Greg has a particular interest in men’s issues, such as life crises that can lead to depression, anxiety, anger, work and career problems, and relationship conflict.

General Psychologists

Our General Psychologists have completed undergraduate psychology qualifications and a two-year supervision program with a senior psychologist. In addition, General Psychologists may be in the process of completing a Masters or Doctorate in Psychology.

Cath Falco B Beh Sc, B Psych (Hons) Assoc. MAPS
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Associate Member - Australian Psychology Society

Cath takes a client-centred approach and has experience working with children, young people and adults regarding depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, self esteem, relationships, family dynamics, self-harm, anger management, life transition and adjustment issues.  Cath has worked in mental health, education and community settings.

Leanne Chapman BA PGDip Prof Psych, MAPS
Bachelor of Arts – Psychology
Postgraduate Diploma of Professional Psychology
Completing Masters in Clinical Psychology
Member – Australian Psychological Society

Leanne is experienced in treating the full range of emotional disorders, with special interest and a vast amount of experience with anxiety, depression and particularly, eating disorders. She is currently completing a Masters in Clinical Psychology.

 

Maree Smith BA (Psych), BPsych (Hons) AssocMAPS
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Completing Masters in Health Psychology
Honours - Psychology
Associate Member - Australian Psychological Society

Maree offers a client-centred approach and has extensive experience helping people with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, adjustment to illness, and physical pain. Her master’s thesis explored people’s personal growth experiences with cancer and examined the resilience of highly sensitive people. She has worked in forensic, rehabilitation and community mental health settings with adults of all ages. She has an interest in health psychology and the link between emotional and physical experiences.

Madeline Romaniuk BA, DipPsych, BBehSc(Hons)

Madeline has experience working in a diverse range of settings including private practice, community mental health services, psychiatric and medical hospitals in public and private sectors. Madeline has experience working with adults as well as adolescents and children. She has experience treating a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, adjustment, childhood trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, low self esteem and confidence, chronic pain, substance use and dependence and behavioural difficulties in children. She has been trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Psychodynamic therapy as well as narrative and solution focused approaches. Mon, Wed.