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

NB. Guy is a psychologist with general registration. He often uses the title performance psychologist, because of his extensive experience working as a psychologist in sport and other areas of high performance. Although he has a Masters degree from England in Sport Psychology, under Australian national law, Guy is not able to call himself a Sport Psychologist. The term Sport or Sports Psychologist in Australia is reserved for people who have completed a Masters degree in Sport Psychology in Australia and have also completed supervision and are accredited with endorsement as a sport psychologist from AHPRA.

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

Honours in Psychology, University of New England, Australia

Graduate Diploma In Psychology, University of New England, Australia

Bachelor of Arts, University of Sydney