Kyi-lyn (Kyi) works with people of all age groups and enjoys helping those struggling with anxiety, depression, panic, trauma, ADHD, autism, OCD, personality difficulties, PTSD and addiction. She is passionate about her work and uses a client-centred, evidence-based approach, tailoring therapies to individual needs. She is trained in Cognitive-behavioural and Acceptance and Commitment Therapies, and incorporates mindfulness into her practice. In her spare time, Kyi enjoys drawing, foraging for plants, spending time in nature, playing badminton, recreational archery, playing piano, listening to audiobooks, and video games. She also lives with a dog and tuxedo rescue cat (Oreo AKA Ori) and loves animals!

Steve Carey is a Clinical Hypnotherapist and is a Member and Clinical Supervisor for the Australian Hypnotherapists’ Association. Steve has been practising clinical hypnotherapy since 2009 and brings a warm, compassionate and optimistic approach to his work. He believes passionately that we all have areas of our lives in which we know how to succeed, and that as a result we have abilities that can, with a little help, be applied to areas in which we are challenged. Steve loves working with clients and helping them find the gaps in knowledge and skill that will enable them to get back on track quickly and effectively. He particularly enjoys using hypnosis to reach the creative parts of our minds. Steve’s background involves many years teaching Hypnotherapy for one of Australia’s biggest training academies for Clinical Hypnotherapists. Steve works with clients experiencing the following concerns: • Anxiety and Panic disorders • Smoking cessation • Weight Management • Behaviour change • Insomnia • Self-confidence and Self Esteem • Motivation, procrastination, finding direction • Performance issues – sport, exams, public speaking • Depression • Problem Alcohol Use

Rebecca Pearce is the senior psychologist and practice director Berwick Psychology & Hypnosis. She has vast experience working with adolescents, adults and couples and has been a registered psychologist since 2003. Rebecca works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, disordered eating, substance abuse, relationship issues, employment concerns, parenting difficulties, confidence, self-esteem & body image issues and anger. Rebecca has demonstrated, excellent skills in applied therapies, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, AOD Intervention, Family & Couples Therapy. She is warm and compassionate in her approach with Adolescents, Adults and Couples. Rebecca supervises, trains and leads her team of psychologists and allied health therapists with passion. She has a focuses on guiding all her staff to create positive change for all clients attending Berwick Psychology & Hypnosis.

Amanda has over 13 years social work experience and is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Clinical Family Therapist and Registered Play Therapist. She has worked with children, adolescents, parents, families, and adults in a variety of settings. Amanda has worked for Child Protection services, South East Centre against Sexul Assault and in both Child and Adolescent and Adult Mental Health Services. Amanda is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and her clients are eligible for a Medicare rebate with a Mental Health Care Plan. Amanda believes in identifying everyone's strengths, and has an easy going, relaxed compassionate style with her clients which allows her to connect with people with ease. Amanda is interested in every person's narrative and works with clients in a non judgemental way. Amanda is keen to support clients on their journey to improved mental health and well-being. Amanda has a teenage son and enjoys spending time with her family and her dog Stanley. Amanda is a registered Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), a Registered Clinical Family Therapist with AAFT and a Registered Play Therapist with the AAPTA.

Anna is a Registered Psychologist who completed the Master of Professional Psychology Practice at the Cairnmillar Institute. Anna is also trained as a hypnotherapist, having completed a Certificate IV in Hypnotherapy at the Academy of Hypnotic Science. Anna has a warm, caring and compassionate nature, and is passionate about helping people to create positive change in their life. By using a client-centred approach, she emphasises working collaboratively with her clients to provide them with the skills and resources to achieve their goals with confidence. Anna has experience working with adolescents and adults, having worked with a range of presentations, including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, stress management, school and workplace issues, self-esteem and goal setting. She draws on a range of evidence-based treatments, including cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and mindfulness techniques.

Aphrodite is currently offering an EMDR intensive program. As a clinical psychologist, eligible clients are able to receive a rebate of up to $780 per program. The EMDR Intensive Therapy Program is designed for people who have experienced adverse life events that have impacted their confidence, self-esteem, and relationships. It is also suitable for those who feel stuck in their progress during therapy, have difficulty letting go or moving forward, and feel that something is missing from their therapy. The program is highly individualized and targets specific memories associated with psychological distress, aiming to deliver rapid resolution of painful emotions associated with the memories. The EMDR therapy program is completed within 4 weeks and can help facilitate effective and efficient resolutions to psychological concerns. The processing is prolonged (up to 90 minutes per session), which can help achieve a positive outcome in a shorter period of time. EMDR therapy enhances the body and mind's ability to process stored events and subsequently change the way we view and feel about the past and experience our present-day life. It is essential to note that the EMDR therapy program is designed to work through 1-4 significant targets (non-addiction based, no risk of self-harm or suicide, no complex PTSD or major dissociative symptoms or severe eating disorders). To determine suitability for the program, interested individuals should call Berwick Psychology Client Services Team on 0477 516 777

Liza is a provisional psychologist, who engages with her clients in a relaxed, compassionate and client centred way. She understands that seeking help can be difficult, and she wants to make reaching out as comfortable as possible. She believes that it is important to bring her actual self into the therapy space with you, and prides herself on authenticity. She will take the time to listen to you, hear your story, to really understand what is going on for you. Together, she will help you gain an understanding of the root cause of your difficulty and map out a game plan, whilst identifying any barriers and ways to move past them. She will draw on evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) based interventions, Mindfulness and relaxation strategies to help in the most suitable way. Liza has a strong passion and interest in working with family systems, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, anxiety and depression. Liza is keen to get working with you on your goals.

Lucy is a registered Psychologist with extensive experience supporting individuals facing a wide range of challenges. She holds a Master of Health Psychology and has worked in community and public health settings, assisting individuals and families. Lucy is committed to staying current with the latest research and evidence-based practices in her field. With a warm and engaging style, Lucy employs a variety of therapeutic techniques, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Mindfulness-based strategies. She has further expanded her expertise to include Hypnosis and EMDR, both of which have proven to deliver positive, life- changing outcomes for her clients. Lucy adopts a holistic approach to therapy, empowering individuals through education and helping them enhance their personal resources. She is dedicated to fostering resilience, enabling clients to live life to the fullest. Lucy enjoys working with each person as individuals to tailor interventions to best meet their unique needs.

Najaf is a registered psychologist currently working towards her Clinical Psychology endorsement. She has experience working in public and private settings and enjoys seeing a diverse range of clients and addressing a wide range of psychological issues. Najaf's areas of special interest includes working with individuals with mood disorders such as depression and anxiety, personality vulnerabilities, relational difficulties, shame, self-esteem, and trauma. She understands how difficult and overwhelming it can be to search for a psychologist and believes in collaboratively sharing the therapeutic space with a client, responding to their needs in a safe and non-judgmental way that allows for self-reflection and curiosity. Najaf's practice combines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy, Humanistic Integrative Therapy, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. Najaf can be reached at Berwick Psychology and Hypnosis.

Sarah Agnew is a compassionate and skilled Psychologist with experience working with individuals, couples and groups from diverse backgrounds and life stages. Her approach is holistic, client-centered, acceptance and solution focused. Sarah is dedicated to assisting her clients to thrive within adversity, to build resilience, to make positive changes to enhance their overall well-being. She works collaboratively with clients to help them gain a deeper self-understanding, to explore motivations and relationships, and guide them towards a more fulfilling future. Sarah's natural empathy, curiosity and genuine desire to contribute to her client’s therapeutic journey is evident in her work. She is interested in what makes each of us unique, while also understanding the importance of connection and shared experiences. She is committed to ongoing personal and professional development to ensure she provides the best possible care to her clients. Sarah also practices a wide range of evidence-based treatments, tailoring her approach to her client’s needs. Modalities: Acceptance and Commitment, Cognitive Behavioural, Exposure, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Person Centered, Schema, Solution, Focused, Emotion Focused, Humanistic, Narrative, Strengths Based and Transpersonal Therapies.