Independent Consulting Psychologist
ABN 45 628 445 849

Qualifications and Memberships: Doctor of Applied Educational Psychology (University of Nottingham, UK), MSc Occupational Psychology (University of Leicester, UK), Postgraduate Diploma Clinical Hypnosis (London College of Clinical Hypnosis), Charted Member of the British Psychological Society (CPsychol) Division of Educational and Child Psychology (DECP). This is the Division of the British Psychological Society concerned with educational and child psychology.

Dr. Rochelle Brunton is a psychologist who has spent over 12 years working with children, adolescents and their families within educational settings in both England and Australia. Rochelle has provided educational psychology services to schools, colleges, universities, local authorities and communities through consultation, psychological assessments and intervention related to the learning, developmental, behavioural, emotional and mental health issues of children and young people.

Rochelle has also worked with educational staff of all levels providing additional support and individual guidance whilst working with pupils. Rochelle has a special interest in inclusion and helping children discover their strengths and is the author of a published children’s picture book on these themes.

Approach
Rochelle consults in her private practice at Adelaide Paediatrics Kensington Park location and has a warm, friendly and person-centred approach. Her practice is informed from a wide range of strategies and approaches including systemic, solution-focused brief therapy, systemic, cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), positive psychology and Personal Construct Psychology (PCP).

Assessment
Rochelle is qualified to undertake psycho-educational assessments, dynamic assessment (DA) (identifying skills and learning potential) and play-based assessments.

Helping children and families with: self esteem, behavioural challenges, anxiety, emotional and behavioural dysregulation, and relationship and attachment difficulties.

Make an appointment:

Adelaide Paediatrics Kensington Park
360 Magill Road
Kensington Park SA 5068
T: 08 7123 6176

Independent Consulting Psychologist
ABN 29 592 237 255

Qualifications: Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), Bachelor of Junior Primary and Primary Education

Angela is a registered psychologist with extensive experience in the areas of education and developmental psychology. She has worked both in the private and public sectors in metropolitan, regional and rural areas.

In her private practice, Angela specialises in the assessment, diagnosis and intervention of psychological conditions affecting children and adolescents and their families.

Angela is also a registered teacher. Her knowledge of the curriculum and experience working in the school environment assists her in providing effective intervention and recommendations to assist children in achieving the best possible outcomes and maximising their potential. Her strong knowledge and understanding of the school system within South Australia enables her to confidently advocate for families.

Helping children and families with: Anxiety disorders, Depressive disorders and adjustment disorders, School issues, such as bullying, performance anxiety and perfectionism, Toileting issues, Developing parenting skills, particularly for parents of children with a disability or challenging behaviours, Developing positive behaviour plans and proactive approaches to meltdowns, Assessment and intervention of Autism Spectrum Disorder, Psycho-educational Assessment

Make an appointment:

Adelaide Paediatrics Kensington Park
360 Magill Road
Kensington Park SA 5068
T: 08 7123 6176

Adelaide Paediatrics Mile End
71 Henley Beach Road
Mile End SA 5031
T: 08 7123 6147

Independent Consulting Psychologist
ABN

Qualifications: Masters of Counselling (Psychology); Dip Clinical Hypnotherapy; Cert in Individual, Couple and Family Therapy; Masters Ed St (strm, Ed Psychology); Clinical Training in Child Centred Play Therapy

Christine is a Registered Psychologist (MAPS) with over 20 years of experience in the areas of counselling, organisational psychology, educational & developmental psychology and working with individuals, families and young children, both in the private and public sectors.

Christine completed her training at Flinders University and Monash University in Melbourne.

She has worked with people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities and specialises in psycho educational assessments, working closely with young families in facilitating positive outcomes. Christine incorporates mindfulness, hypnotherapy, CBT, ACT and other psychological therapies and interventions to facilitate change and ameliorate difficulties.

Her career pathway has given her the breadth and depth of understanding and knowledge to work with individuals and families in a variety of different settings and with different issues and difficulties. In her private practice, Christine consults at Adelaide Paediatrics Kensington Park location and uses a collaborative approach (team around the child), working with medical professionals (i.e. GP’s & Paediatricians) and other allied health professionals to provide a positive outcome for children and families.

Christine has a holistic and culturally sensitive approach when working with individuals and is a strong advocate for families. Christine places strong emphasis on exploring a child’s developmental and emotional profile in order to gain a better understanding of their needs. Christine uses a strength based approach in order to assist children achieve their full potential.

Helping children and families with: Psycho-educational Assessment; Family counselling and supporting parenting skills; Providing advocacy for young families in relation to school issues such as separation anxiety, behavioural problems and social issues; Working with child & adolescent disorders including, anxiety disorders; Autism Spectrum Disorders, adjustment disorders, ADHD, grief & separation, toileting issues, sleep, phobias and panic disorders; Working with parents of children with disabilities (GDD, Intellectual Disability) and their issues; Responses to trauma, including working with individuals with head injuries and neuro cognitive disorders

Make an appointment:

Adelaide Paediatrics Kensington Park
360 Magill Road
Kensington Park SA 5068
T: 08 7123 6176

Independent Consulting Psychologist
ABN 60 506 539 685

Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts (Psychology), Bachelor of Education (Specialization), Graduate Diploma (Psychological Studies), Post Graduate Diploma (Psychology), Master of Professional Psychology

Tam is a registered psychologist, and prior to her work as a psychologist worked for many years as a qualified teacher, Student Counsellor and Wellbeing Leader to support young people, children and their families. Tam brings an understanding of diversity in all its forms to her work and interactions in her private practice at Adelaide Paediatrics Mt Barker location.

Tam’s skills in psychoeducational assessment and therapeutic interventions allow her to work with children, young people and families to understand their needs, support their sense of wellbeing, and work towards achieving their potential. Tam accomplishes this using a combination of evidence based interventions to support individual needs.

Tam’s considerable experience and understanding of the schooling sector allows her to confidently advocate for children, young people and families in that space.

Tam works in her private practice with Adelaide Paediatrics on Thursdays.

Make an appointment:
Adelaide Paediatrics Mt Barker
2/50 Victoria Road,
Mt Barker SA 5251
T: 08 7123 6175

Staff Psychologist

Qualifications: B.Soc.Sc(Psych)(Hons); M.Psych(O&HF); MAPS

Lauren Mason is a registered psychologist with over 10 years of experience. Lauren brings a warm and caring approach to her work. She is passionate to support young people and their families to flourish.

Lauren also has experience in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnostic assessments and psycho-educational assessments and supports.

Outside of her work, Lauren enjoys being with her young family, meditation and gardening.

Helping children and families with: Anxiety; Depression; Emotional regulation; Developmental concerns; Behavioural issues; Social skills development

Lauren consults two days per week from Adelaide Paediatrics Mount Barker location.

Make an appointment:

Adelaide Paediatrics Mount Barker
2/50 Victoria Road
MT Barker SA 5251
T: 08 7123 6175

Independent Consulting Psychologist
ABN 86 506 097 968

Qualifications: Master of Education: Child & Family Psychology (Distinction) University of Canterbury; Post Graduate Diploma Child & Family Psychology; Bachelor of Education

Linda is a registered psychologist with a broad range of experience working with children, adolescents and their families, and the education settings they participate in. Linda trained as a child and family psychologist through the University of Canterbury in Christchurch and has considerable experience in the assessment, diagnosis and intervention of a broad range of psychological and developmental conditions affecting children and young people. Linda also has a background in teaching and draws on this experience to advocate for children at school.

Linda consults in her private practice at Adelaide Paediatrics Elizabeth Vale and Mt Barker locations with a strong commitment to working in partnership with families to support children and adolescents to reach their full potential and maximise their strengths. She uses a range of evidence-based intervention techniques and adjusts her approach to suit each individual child and family. Linda has experience in a range of positive behaviour support strategies and works with families to develop plans that are realistic and compatible with their unique situations. Linda is passionate about supporting children to learn, develop and thrive in the contexts and relationships in which they live.

Helping children and families with: Diagnostic assessment and intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorders; Supporting children and families with complex disabilities (e.g. Physical disability, ID, ASD); Anxiety; Coping with emotions; Social skills; School issues; Toileting/Sleep issues; Developing positive behaviour plans/ Parenting support; Psycho-educational Assessment

Make an appointment:

Adelaide Paediatrics Elizabeth Vale
32 Oldham Road
Elizabeth Vale SA 5112
T: 08 7123 6148

Adelaide Paediatrics Mount Barker
2/50 Victoria Road
Mt Barker SA 5251
T: 08 7123 6175

Independent Consulting Psychologist
ABN 85 432 285 979

Qualifications: Master of Psychology (Poland); Graduate Diploma in Family Therapy and Systemic Practice; Clinical Training in Child Centred Play Therapy

Karolina is a Registered Psychologist with extensive experience in the area of Educational and Developmental Psychology. She has worked in both public and private education and has experience in conducting cognitive, psycho-educational and social-emotional assessments as well as providing counselling with primary and high school age children across a variety of issues. She also has experience running group intervention programs and providing treatment to children and adolescents in a private practice context.

Karolina consults in her private practice at Adelaide Paediatrics Bedford Park rooms using an eclectic approach in service delivery integrating a variety of evidence-based interventions to meet the needs of her clients including, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive and Behaviour Therapy, however, her work most often draws from a Family Therapy framework. Karolina brings a passion for working collaboratively with families and other stakeholders to influence change in her private practice. She is also passionate about working with children using the Play Therapy approach that allows them to work through their experiences and emotions in a way that is appropriate to their age and developmental stage.

Helping children and families with: School difficulties; Anxiety and emotional regulation; Behavioural problems; Peer relationships; Trauma; Family counselling and supporting parenting skills; Cognitive (IQ testing) and educational assessments; ASD assessments

Make an appointment:

Adelaide Paediatrics Bedford Park
Mark Oliphant Building
8/5 Laffer Drive
Bedford Park SA 5042
T: 08 7123 6149

Independent Consulting Psychologist
ABN 74 595 219 094

Qualifications: Master of Educational Psychology

Rebecca is a registered psychologist with a background in educational and developmental psychology. She has worked with children, adolescents and families in schools and private practice settings, and also has had extensive training and experience in cognitive and psycho-educational assessment.

Rebecca consults in her private practice at Adelaide Paediatrics Elizabeth Vale and Kensington Park locations. She enjoys working with children and young people of all ages, presenting with a range of issues, including social, emotional, learning and behavioural difficulties. Rebecca uses a collaborative approach, and is able to work with families and other important people around a young person to provide the best opportunities for support, change and progress.

Rebecca draws on the strengths and coping strategies that children and families already have, to acknowledge their abilities, as well as build their skills to deal with life’s ups and downs. She uses a range of approaches, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and strengths-based, solution-focused practices.

Helping children and families with: School issues; Anxiety; Behavioural problems; Emotional regulation; Social skills; Anger management; Cognitive assessment; Parenting skills, support and education problems; Emotional regulation; Social skills; Anger management; Cognitive assessment; Parenting skills, support and education

Make an appointment:

Adelaide Paediatrics Elizabeth Vale
32 Oldham Road
Elizabeth Vale SA 5112
T: 08 7123 6148

Adelaide Paediatrics Kensington Park
360 Magill Road
Kensington Park SA 5068
T: 08 7123 6176