KELLYVILLE PSYCHOLOGISTS

Rachael Burton

Rachael Burton is a Psychologist with a keen interest in working with individuals living with Borderline Personality Disorder. She has experience and enjoys working with a vast array of people who have problems with Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, Personality Disorders and Trauma. She has an eclectic approach to therapy and uses Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Schema Therapy depending on the needs of the individual. Rachael offers a supportive environment in which she operates according to the belief that an individual can achieve meaningful changes in their lives with validation and understanding. Rachael can be contacted on 0432 407 592.

Peter Casbolt

Peter is a psychologist with expertise in a wide range of therapies including Cognitive and Dialectical Behavioural Therapies. He has worked at several hospitals within Sydney, both with inpatients and outpatients in group and individual settings. He currently facilitates the Inpatient Mood and Anxiety Disorders Treatment Program and the Inpatient DBT Program. Peter treats mood and anxiety disorders, personality disorders, addictions, trauma, grief and loss, adjustment, self-esteem and relationships. He is currently completing his Masters in Clinical Psychology. Peter consults at The Hills Clinic Kellyville and can be contacted by ringing the clinic during office hours or on his mobile on: 0412 536 186.

Shiela Holley

Shiela has 30 years experience working as a Clinical Psychologist in academic, psychiatric and general hospital (inpatient and outpatient ) settings. She works with adolescent and adult clients, from age 16 years. Her practice is informed by evidence based therapies, and she uses a collaborative appraoch. Her primary therapeutic orientation is cognitive behavioural including mindfulness based cognitive therapy; she also uses interpersonal therapy. Sheila has expertise in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of psychological problems including anxiety and mood disorders, personality difficulties and recovery from trauma . She has a particular interest in post traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders and psychological problems related to chronic illness (including brain injury) and health anxiety. Sheila works at the Hills Clinic, Kellyville on Thursday afternoons/evenings.

Sadhbh Joyce

Sadhbh (pronounced “Sive”) is a psychologist with a background in clinical neuropsychology, cognitive and occupational rehabilitation. She has a keen interest in working with individuals who are experiencing difficulties with Depression, Anxiety and Work related issues. She has experience working with individuals who have suffered Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke, Neurological Disorders and Cancer. Sadhbh has also been an associate lecturer on the Health Psychology Program at Macquarie University. She has experience conducting both neuropsychological and clinical Fitness for Duty Assessments, Pre-employment psychological assessments and developing return-to-work programs. Sadhbh is a caring therapist whose treatment approach involves Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Psychoeducation, Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. Sadhbh is available at Kellyville on Mondays and Wednesdays and Castle Hill on Saturdays. She can be reached by ringing the clinic during office hours or her mobile on: 0401297711.

Monica Schweickle

Monica holds a Masters in Clinical Psychology, an Honours degree in Psychology, and a Graduate Certificate in Psychological Practice. She has practiced as a psychologist in the private, public health and forensic sectors. She has an interest in recovery from addictions, child and adult anxiety issues, anger management, trauma and mood disorders. Monica has been working for 6 years in the addiction field and has been facilitating SMART Recovery for the past 4 years. Monica is a genuine and patient therapist, whose approach involves a combination of mindfulness-based CBT, interpersonal psychology, narrative therapy and motivational interviewing, depending on the needs of the individual. She works at the Hills Clinic Kellyville on Tuesday and Wednesday, and Castle Hill on Fridays.

Clara Fritchley

Clara holds a BPsych(Hons) and a Masters in Clinical Psychology. Clara’s work within the private and public sectors has provided her with experience working with people with a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, substance abuse and trauma. She also has experience working with children with emotional and behavioural problems and their families. Clara has a particular interest in working with people with early attachment trauma as well as associated difficulties in emotion regulation and assisting people to develop positive and meaningful relationships in their lives. Clara’s approach is about respect, patience and compassion. She places emphasis on the relationship with the client, working collaboratively, and helping clients to draw on their natural resources to achieve their individual goals. Clara has a diverse approach to treatment, using a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness, narrative therapy and motivational interviewing depending on the needs of the individual. Clara consults at the Hills Clinic Hospital Kellyville and can be contacted on 0431690811.

Leanne Hall

Leanne is a clinical psychologist with a background in early intervention. She has a keen interest in working with young adults, and works within a holistic and collaborative framework. Leanne has worked in private practice for many years, and has also worked in community mental health, youth health, early psychosis and child protection. Leanne has extensive experience in working with people experiencing anxiety, phobias, depression, post-natal depression, trauma, eating disorders, and sexuality issues. She also has a special interest in working with adults and children affected by separation and divorce. Leanne’s practice is informed by evidence-based approaches, primarily cognitive behavioural therapy, interpersonal therapy and narrative therapy.

Leanne is a member of the Australian Psychological Society, the Academy for Eating Disorders and the National Eating Disorders Collaboration. In addition to her clinical work, Leanne has held a number of academic teaching positions and is currently completing her PhD at Sydney University in the early detection and treatment of eating disorders. Leanne facilitates the outpatient Healthy Eating and Body Image group at the Hills Clinic, and can be contacted by calling the Clinic during office hours.