Rachel Donnelly Psychologist

Lighthouse Psychology Services Pty Ltd Harris House Office 5, 1 Clifford Street, Toowoomba City, Queensland, 4350

Overview

Rachel is a Clinical Psychologist and Fellow of the Australian College of Clinical Psychologists. She is also a Psychology Board of Australia approved supervisor and a registered teacher in Queensland. Rachel provides psychological treatment across a range of mental health concerns for adults and the older population. She is focused on helping people achieve greater understanding and relief from psychological distress. Common areas of concern include anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, and adjustment to life changes (bereavement, loss chronic illness, unemployment, and relationship difficulties).

Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • BSc(Psych);BSc(Hons);GradDipEd;MEd(Guidance and Counselling);MPsych(Clinical);MAPS;FCCLP

Accreditations

  • Rachel is also a registered teacher in Qld and has experience in both the primary and secondary school setting
  • : Certificate in Teaching of English as a Foreign Language to Adults
  • Certificate of Japanese Language Proficiency: Level 2
  • Graduate Diploma of Education: Secondary: Japanese and English

Certifications

  • APS Suicide Prevention Professional Development Training
  • ACPMH- Trauma focussed therapy- working with adults
  • Solution Focussed Brief Therapy workhsop
  • Advanced Interpersonal Psychotherapy workshop
  • Stepping Stones Triple P Provider
  • Certificate III in CBT with Children and Adolescents
  • Anatomy and Physiology for Behavioural Clinicians
  • EEG Biofeedback Certificate of Completion
  • CBT Fundamentals: Processes and Techniques in Cognitive Behaviour
  • ACT Introductory workshop
  • Adult Mental Health First Aid Certificate
  • Choice Theory Basic week and Practicum training
  • Psychology Board of Australia approved supervisor

Working Hours

This Week

Tuesday:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday:9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Specialisation and Services

Area of Focus

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Behaviour Problems
  • Bullying
  • Depression
  • General Counselling
  • General Psychology
  • Grief and Loss
  • Affective disorders
  • Assertiveness Training
  • Burnout
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transition and Adjustment Issues
  • Menopause
  • Mental health
  • Personal Development
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relaxation training
  • Self-Esteem and Self-Development
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Stress
  • Workplace Issues

Modalities

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness
  • Psychoeducation

Patient Focus

  • Adults
  • Older adults
  • Children
  • Teenagers
  • Culturally and linguistically diverse communities

Languages Spoken

  • English