Robert Thomas
Registered Clinical Psychologist (Registration No: PSY0001323728)
BPsych (Hons.), MPsych (Clinical Psych), MAPS
Qualifications
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Master of Clinical Psychology
Member of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists
Medicare approved to provide Specialist Psychology Services
Robert is committed to assisting clients in overcome life’s challenges, enhancing their well being and achieving the kind of life they want, within a supportive environment. Robert has experience in working with children, adolescents and adults across a range of disorders and problems.
Some of these include:
- Trauma based problems-Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Acute Stress Disorder
- Anxiety- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Panic disorder, Generalised anxiety, Social anxiety, Health anxiety.
- Depression- Major Depression, Post-Natal Depression Dysthymia, Bi-Polar Disorder
- Adjustment problems
- Chronic pain management
- Anger management
- Grief and Complicated grief
- Stress management
- Behavioural problems in children
Robert's main therapeutic approach is Cognitive behavioural therapy, which aims to empower clients to try new ways of thinking and responding in their lives to bring about the change that they desire. By changing the way we think and changing what we do we can ultimately influence the way we feel and set goals towards a more meaningful life.
Robert believes that each client is unique in their own way and has their own set of unique attributes that influences the lens through which they see themselves, others and the world. As such, he works to provide a warm and empathic atmosphere for each client and seeks an understanding of the client’s unique circumstances and emotions. Change can be achieved in many ways, and Robert also works to support individual strengths. Once identified and developed, these strengths can provide a catalyst for positive change, and assist clients along their journey of self-reflection and towards a more valued existence.
Robert's therapeutic approach is informed by the latest evidence in research and best practice clinical standards. He is committed to maintaining these standards of professional practice through regular attendance at relevant workshops and conferences