Dr Rose Cantali is an Educational and Developmental Psychologist whose research and work with infants, children and adolescents is recognised by media, government bodies, parent organisations, professional national and international institutions, universities and professional colleagues. In 2017, she was awarded the prestigious title of Fellow by the Australian psychological Society for her contribution to the profession of psychology. Dr Cantali’s current and prior appointment to various Boards over the years demonstrates her professional reputation. Dr Cantali involvement in key professional Boards include: Board Director of, SPELD NSW, Australia Parent Council, President of NSW Parent Council, Chair Sydney Branch of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), Board Director Australia Council of the Arts – Cultural Community Board, Board Member NSW of Studies. Her appointment as Associate fellow to numerous Australian universities and Clinical supervisor of provisional psychologists and registered psychologists demonstrates her highly regarded expertise in youth issues.
Services
Dr Cantali services include:
Comprehensive Assessments for Infants, children, adolescents and adults (cognitive functioning, developmental, academic, vocational, psychological and functional behaviour for the purpose of treatment, diagnosis and reports)
Work cover and Motor Vehicle accident issues
Expert witness for criminal cases, WorkCover, family law issues regarding mental health
Report writing: forensic reports (adults and adolescents), family law assessment and reports and NDIS reviews
Case co ordinating for NDIS
Consulting organisations in mental health policies
Critical Incident management
Work Development Orders
Screen addiction therapy
Relationship therapy
Variety of Therapies for psychological disorders for children, adolescents and children
Some of the mental health issues that Dr Rose Cantali works with include:
Anxiety
Depression
Bipolar disorder
Eating disorders
Drug and alcohol addiction
Gambling addiction
High screen use in children, adolescents and adults
Relationship breakdown
Self-esteem and confidence issues
Time management and organisation
Family of origin issues
Workplace stress
Bullying and harassment
Anger Management
Social Skills
Dr Rose Cantali is the co-founder and director of PSYCHmatters Assessment and Therapy clinics (Bondi Junction, Concord & Central Coast). Since 2003, Dr Cantali continues to clinically treat individuals across the life span engaging closely with family members and other professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of issues impacting on their functioning. Dr Cantali’s professional training, her wealth of experience, ongoing research projects, contribution to government youth related policies and her collaborative approach to treatment complements her clinical practice promoting healthy mental health.
Dr Cantali conducts therapy in English and Italian.