Rachel Ballinger Psychologist

With over 20 years of experience across diverse clinical settings, I tailor evidence-based strategies to meet you where you are. By fostering strong rapport and genuine connection, I aim to help clients navigate life’s difficulties with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence. I have worked across public mental health, including acute care and forensic settings and in private practice, helping clients navigate a range of complex emotions, behaviours and life challenges and have supported clients through some of the most difficult times in their lives. It is a privilege to walk alongside people during these times, offering warmth, authenticity, and respect for an individual’s unique journey. I believe therapy should be a safe and supportive space where people feel heard and understood and where they can build the skills and confidence to move toward a more fulfilling life. I have worked with adults across the lifespan who are experiencing: Depressive disorders Anxiety Grief and loss Sleep issues Interpersonal issues Emotional dysregulation Difficulties with self-esteem, assertiveness, perfectionism Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Drug and alcohol problems Personality disorders Self-harm and suicidality Traumatic experiences and post-traumatic stress Problematic or deviant sexual behaviours Violent behaviour Psychotic Disorders Women’s health including fertility issues, pregnancy loss, premenstrual dysphoria and menopause Background