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Tim is a registered Psychologist with experience delivering psychological assessment and evidence-based intervention across private practice, employee assistance programs (EAP), and trauma-informed settings. He works with adolescents, adults, couples, and families across a broad range of presentations, with particular depth in some of the more complex and specialist areas of psychological care.

Areas of Support

Tim works with adults and young people experiencing:

Couples and relationship difficulties, including communication breakdown, conflict, trust injuries, and intimacy concerns

Complex trauma and C-PTSD, including developmental trauma, family violence, attachment disruption, and dissociation

Sleep difficulties and chronic insomnia, using evidence-based approaches including CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I)

Addictions and problematic substance use, including alcohol, cannabis, and behavioural addictions

Chronic and complex pain, including psychological support for persistent pain conditions and improving function and quality of life

Functional neurological disorder (FND), including functional movement disorders, non-epileptic seizures, and post-concussion symptoms

Anxiety, depression, and mood disorders

Emotional dysregulation, personality difficulties, and burnout

Neurodivergence in adults and adolescents, including ADHD and autism

Therapeutic Approach

Tim draws on a broad range of evidence-based modalities, adapting his approach to suit each client’s presentation, history, and goals:

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) — Levels 1 & 2 accredited

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), including CBT-I for insomnia

Schema Therapy (advanced)

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Couples Therapy — trained through Relationships Australia Victoria (RAV)

Solution-Focused Therapy

Mindfulness-Based Approaches

Sessions with Tim are calm, structured, and collaborative. He takes an active role in guiding the work while holding space for clients to develop genuine insight and lasting change — not just skills, but a deeper understanding of the patterns that keep them stuck.

Referrals and Availability

Tim accepts referrals under Medicare (GP Mental Health Treatment Plans), TAC, WorkSafe, and NDIS.

He is available at Solace Psychology’s Kew East location (567 High Street) on Tuesdays, with after-hours appointments available to support clients who are unable to attend during standard business hours. Telehealth is also available.

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