Samantha Simmonds Psychologist

Samantha is a registered Clinical Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and is endorsed as a provider of psychology services under Medicare.  ​ Samantha embodies an authentic and compassionate approach to therapy. She specialises in psychodynamic psychotherapy and has more than 6 years of training and experience in this framework. In addition, Samantha is trained and experienced in evidence-based therapies including: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and Mindfulness strategies. ​ The combination of these practices allows Samantha to support people with varying needs and difficulties, in addition to assisting people in achieving their goals and live fulfilling lives.  ​ Areas of specialty include:​ Anxiety Depression  Self-esteem issues Relationship / Family issues Grief and Loss Work / Life Stress Adjustment Issues Personal Development  Life Transitions Anger Issues  Borderline Personality Disorder Pain Management Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)