Rowena is a clinical psychologist and has been working in private practice since 2017. She is passionate about supporting individuals to develop the necessary insight and skills to reduce distress, build resilience, and facilitate meaningful change.

Rowena values and prioritises the therapeutic relationship; aiming to provide a supportive, collaborative, and non-judgemental environment in which to explore your concerns. She believes that understanding your experiences is key and will invest time to ensure that you feel heard and validated. Her therapeutic style is warm, genuine, pragmatic, and adaptable. Rowena also believes in the value of humour as a therapeutic tool.

Rowena primarily utilises a Cognitive-Behavioural approach, but integrates a wide range of evidence-based treatments including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing depending on your preferences, needs, and goals.

Rowena provides support to individuals aged 15 years and older presenting with a variety of concerns including:

• Depression

• Anxiety & Phobias

• Adjustment & Stress

• Trauma

• Bipolar Disorders

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders

• Emotion Regulation & Distress Tolerance

• Self-Esteem

People seek support for a wide range of reasons. If you would like to discuss whether we can assist with a specific concern, please contact us.

Rowena welcomes clients with disabilities, those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.