Hi, I'm Guy, and I'm the principal psychologist at Resonate Psychology. I work in the areas of high performance and mental health.

My approach to psychology and counselling has been heavily influenced by my understanding and research on therapeutic relationships; building good professional connections has positive influences on client outcomes. I like meeting people where they're at and working together to experience (whether thinking, feeling, or doing) something different. I am not one to recite or bore you with text-books answers - everyone is unique. In my work, I like to use research and knowledge about the brain and behaviour to inform what we do.

I'm experienced in a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance-commitment therapy (ACT), neuropsychotherapy (using the knowledge of how the brain works in talking therapies), mindfulness, interpersonal neurobiology, and EMDR.

I’ve worked in a range of contexts and people (you can find out more about my experience here). I have worked with a range of adolescent and adult clients who experienced anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, work-related stress, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, career transitions…to name a few. As a performance psychologist, I have worked with executives, medical practitioners, performing artists, and elite athletes to develop and grow in their performances through both individual consultations and group workshops. In my career I have held positions at the AFL Players’ Association (where I provided players, coaches and club staff with mental health education) and at the Australian Institute of Sport (where I worked with athletes to manage their mental health in this high-performance context). I am currently a provider in the AIS Mental Health Referral Network for elite athletes and high performance staff, and since the start of the 2022 Super Rugby Season, I have been the performance psychologist for ACT Brumbies Super Rugby Squad.

If you think we'd be a good fit, I'd welcome the opportunity to work together.

Qualifications

Psychologist with General Registration: PSY0001978284

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Client Practitioner relationships in sport injury rehabilitation; Victoria University, Melbourne

Master of Science (MSc) in Psychology of Sport and Exercise, with Distinction; Loughborough University, England

Bachelor of Science with Honours, BSc (Hons), in Psychology; University of Warwick, England

Hi, my name is Charlie and I’m a clinical psychologist based in Canberra.

Navigating life’s hurdles and stepping up performance can be a real challenge, but it’s much easier when working together as a team. I like to provide a calm, non-judgmental environment and have found the best results are achieved when people take an active role and feel part of the process. From there, it’s a matter of learning the skills that get people back to doing what matters to them, and beyond. 

I have an interest in, and I am experienced in, working with individuals dealing with various difficulties including anxiety, work-related stress, career transitions, life adjustments and low mood. And, like Guy, I am passionate about sport and have an interest in helping individuals get the most out of their performances.  

I’m experienced in delivering a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, but particularly like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I always aim to tailor the approach to the individual and their specific circumstances and remain flexible to client needs employing a collaborative and person-centred approach. In doing so, I hope to create a space to promote reflection and understanding.

I have worked in a range of different settings and with a mix of people and ages, including in university clinics and specialised problem gambling services. More recently I have been working at The Canberra Hospital in inpatient and outpatient medical care providing assistance for patients and their families managing a range of challenging physical injuries or illnesses by supporting their adjustment and promoting their rehabilitation and recovery. At Resonate I work with adults wanting some help in managing common mental health challenges like feelings of anxiety, stress or low mood and those wanting to improve their sport and performance*. 

When I’m not at work I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, playing sport, bushwalking, listening to music, watching movies and travelling.

If you think we would be a good fit, I'd love to work together, feel free to reach out.

*Please note, I do not provide psychological assessments or medico-legal reports for the purposes of insurance matters or legal issues.  I am also unable to work with previous clients I have worked with in community health services. I currently work with people aged 18 and over. 

Qualifications

Clinical Psychologist: PSY0002175901

Master of Clinical Psychology, University of Technology Sydney, Australia

Bachelor of Arts with Honours (Psychology), University of New England, Australia

Graduate Diploma In Psychology, University of New England, Australia