Bloom Psychology and Assessment


Bloom Psychology and Assessment

Practitioners at this location

Dean Polisena

Psychologist

Dean is a registered psychologist who has worked in both private and public clinical psychology settings. Dean enjoys working with a diverse range of clinical presentations including post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety and adjustment disorders, Dean has experience working with Australian veterans and their families and focuses on providing a supportive non-judgmental environment for his clients. Prior to full-time clinical practice, Dean published research in the field of internet gaming disorder with the University of Adelaide. Dean utilizes evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Motivational interviewing. Dean adopts a biopsychosocial model of care and understands the social and behavioural factors that play a role in our overall mental health. Outside of work, Dean enjoys playing and watching tennis with friends while supporting the Adelaide Crows in the Australian football league. Dean is available to see clients via Telehealth and has the capacity to see patients within four weeks
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Kara Hockey

Psychologist

Kellie Woodgate

Psychologist

Kellie is a warm, compassionate Psychologist who enjoys working with adult clients. With a holistic approach at the core of her practice, Kellie takes care to foster a genuine understanding of clients’ needs, values, and unique life experiences to support their journey toward self-discovery and to empower individuals to reach their full potential. Kellie has experience across private practice and occupational therapeutic settings using an integrative, evidence-based approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT). Kellie is also skilled in delivering a diverse range of high-quality psychological assessments and reports, providing a comprehensive and accurate picture of individual strengths and challenges relating to Autism, ADHD, Learning difficulties, Vocational concerns, Career Development, Mental Health and Personality Factors. Kellie is available to see clients via Telehealth (or face to face for assessments), and works with people experiencing: • Mood disorders • Workplace concerns - stress and burnout, interpersonal difficulties • Difficulties adjusting to life changes • Grief and loss Kellie engages with warmth and sensitivity, while encouraging self-examination, self-acceptance, and growth that supports individuals to live with meaning and purpose.
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Ms Harmony James

Psychologist

Samara Thompson

Psychologist

As a psychologist, Samara specialises in working with children, adolescents, and their families. She employs a comprehensive, evidence-based approach, drawing from her expertise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to assist young individuals in reaching their therapeutic objectives. Samara adopts a holistic therapeutic approach, emphasising compassionate and empowering care to support her clients effectively.