Simone Hesford Psychologist (Provisional)

Simone is a Provisional Psychologist and joined our team in 2023. Simone has 8 years of prior experience working in crisis support, early infant attachment research, and across rehabilitation psychology. Simone is a mother of two young boys and understands the challenges of parenting, work, and family. She enjoys spending the time to hear client's individual stories and creating a space for people to feel empowered, supported, and valued. Simone has special interests in perinatal mental health, reducing parents mental load, attachment theories, and in neurodiversity. Simone aims to be authentic, person-centered and holistic in her approach. Simone predominately works with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness strategies, and Play therapy. Simone enjoys reading, gardening, and travelling with her family. One of her favourite parts of working with clients is hearing their recommendations, whether it be binge-worthy series, places to travel, or activities to do with their families. Simone works Monday to Wednesday.