Clinical Psychologists

Louise Adams

Louise is the owner of Self Essentials, a Clinical Psychologist and a Member of the Australian Psychological Society. Clinical Psychologists are specialists in the assessment and treatment of psychological problems. Louise has been in practice for over nine years. Her therapeutic training and experience is in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Louise works with individuals, couples, and groups and deals with a wide range of issues. Her passion is to help people learn how to 'treat themselves well', and to become their own therapist. She has a special interest in binge eating and weight loss, using the latest in the research of 'what works' to help people achieve maximum change. Louise has expertise in the following areas:

Anxiety issues
Depression
Post natal depression
Eating disorders
Binge eating
Obesity and weight loss
Trauma
Couples counseling
Sexual issues

Qualifications & Professional Memberships

University of NSW
Master of Psychology (Clinical)

Charles Sturt University - Mitchell
Bachelor Social Science (Psychology) (Hons)

Charles Sturt University - Mitchell
Bachelor Social Science (Psychology)

Fully registered Psychologist with the NSW Psychologists Registration Board (membership no.PS0054802).

Member of the Australian Psychological Society (membership no. 100140).

Member of the Australian Association for Cognitive and Behaviour Therapy (AACBT) (membership no. 31984).

Member of NAASO, the Obesity Society (membership no. 007514).

Dr Julie Malone

Julie is a clinical psychologist and a Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). She is also a member of the Clinical College of the APS. Julie's clinical training and practice and training is in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). She has 7 years experience working with a wide range of personal challenges.

Julie's Doctoral thesis researched the area of body dysmorphic disorder (sense or fear of unattractiveness), cosmetic surgery and operative outcome. She has particular interest in the psychological issues involved with seeking, preparing and recovering from cosmetic surgery.

Julie has experience with individuals and groups. She has a special interest in helping young adults and adults with:

Preparation for and recovery after cosmetic surgery
Stress management
Aggression management and anger related issues
Anxiety, panic, phobias and depression
Weight Loss and maintenance
Adjustment to significant life events
Gambling, alcohol and other drug addictions
Motivation

Julie is available for appointments after hours on Tuesdays, Friday daytime and Friday after hours

Qualifications & Professional Memberships

University of New England
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology

University of New England
Bachelor of Psychology, Honours

Fully registered Psychologist with the NSW Psychologists Registration Board.

Member of the Australian Psychological Society.

Jason Borkowski

Jason has been practising as a psychologist for nine years. He has worked in a number of different settings, helping individuals to manage and change a range of challenging personal issues. Jason uses cognitive behaviour therapy to assist people in change. He is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and the Australian Association for Cognitive and Behaviour Therapy (AACBT).

Jason has experience working with adolescents and adults on an individual basis, as well as group therapy. Jason specialises in several areas including:

Motivational enhancement
Stress and Anxiety management
Phobias
Depression
Grief and loss
Post-trauma therapy
Addictions and substance use problems
Conflict resolution
Dealing with strong feelings
Anger and aggression
Challenging behaviours and behaviour management

Jason is available for appointments after hours on Mondays

Qualifications & Professional Memberships

Charles Sturt University
Master of Psychology

University of Newcastle
Bachelor of Science (Psychology)

Fully registered psychologist with the NSW Psychologists Registration Board (membership no. PS0055265).

Member of the Australian Psychological Society.

Member of the Australian Association for Cognitive and Behaviour Therapy (AACBT).