Ashlea is a registered psychologist with extensive experience in the non-government and private sectors. She works with adolescents and adults experiencing a range of challenges, including trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and relationship difficulties. Passionate about creating a welcoming and empowering space, Ashlea supports individuals in working toward their therapeutic goals. With a client-centred approach grounded in trauma-informed and neuro-affirming practices, Ashlea tailors therapy to each person's unique needs. She integrates evidence-based techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Gottman Methods to support meaningful progress and healing. Recognising that therapy is a deeply personal journey, Ashlea is committed to fostering an inclusive, compassionate, and collaborative environment where clients feel heard and supported. Appropriate referrals include: Adolescents (14+ years) and adults presenting with: Trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, ADHD, life transitions and adjustments, grief and loss, interpersonal/relationship issues, self-esteem, and stress management. Current serving and ex-serving ADF members and first responders.

Treatment offered by Abbey: Psychosexual Health Concerns: Pelvic Pain Libido Concerns Sexual Aversion Disorder Orgasmic Disorders Sexual Anxiety Erectile Dysfunction Ejaculatory Dysfunction Couples Intimacy Concerns Mental Health Concerns: Anxiety Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Depressive Disorders Neurodivergence (ASD and ADHD) Borderline Personality Disorder Self Esteem & Body Image Therapeutic Modalities Abbey works with: Psychodynamic Therapy Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Attachment Theory Exposure & Response Prevention Schema Therapy Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Gottman Method Couples Therapy – Level 1

With over six years of experience in public health and mental health, I offer a tailored, evidence-based approach that blends cognitive techniques with hands-on, experiential therapies. Whether through cognitive restructuring, mindfulness, sensori-motor art therapy, or animal-assisted therapy (dogs), I help clients achieve deep healing and personal growth. Alongside my clinical work, I engage in university academic roles as a lecturer and marker in social work, keeping me connected to the latest research and practice methods.

I hold qualifications as both a registered psychologist and a registered nurse and have extensive experience working therapeutically with individuals experiencing both acute and chronic symptoms associated with a range of major mental illnesses. I have previously worked in primary health care, forensic and acute mental health care settings, employing individual and group-based treatment methods and am experienced in utilizing motivational and strengths-based approaches to help individuals achieve their personal recovery goals.