Mary Gilbert
Clinical Psychologist
M.Psych (clinical), GDipPsych (hons)
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About me
Therapy invites us to reflect, heal and grow.
I believe that when we feel truly seen and heard, change is possible and can be deeply rewarding.
I provide a safe, warm and collaborative space where personal challenges can be explored and worked through. I am passionate about helping people build more fulfilling, meaningful and satisfying lives through personal insight and change.
A trusting and authentic relationship is integral to therapeutic progress. I place great emphasis on listening and connecting.
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Approach
Everyone's therapeutic experience is unique.
Depending on your needs and goals, therapy might involve:
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Exploring the root causes and nature of psychological and emotional challenges
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Strengthening the capacity for flexible and expansive thinking, acceptance and change
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Fostering a deeper self-knowledge
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Building an understanding of personal values, desires and life direction
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Creating a healthier balance between autonomy and connection with others
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Developing strategies to overcome or manage psychological and emotional challenges
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I use techniques drawn from various evidence-based therapies, depending on a person's unique needs.
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Therapies include:
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Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
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Schema Therapy
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Dialectical and Behaviour therapy (DBT)
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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Mindfulness
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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My thinking is informed by psychodynamic, attachment-based and relational theories.
I provide 50-minute consultations to adults facing a range of challenges.
Common problem areas include:
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Stress
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Bipolar Affective Disorder
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PTSD and trauma (including complex childhood trauma)
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Low self-esteem
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Perinatal depression and anxiety
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Parenting problems​
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Identity confusion and exploration
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Adjustment difficulties
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Difficulties related to emotional expression, inhibition, assertiveness and boundaries
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Relationship challenges
My standard fee is $250, which attracts a rebate of $141.85 for up to 10 sessions per calendar year with a Mental Health Care Plan.
In order to access this rebate, please contact your GP or psychiatrist.
Many private health insurers also offer rebates for clinical psychology. Please contact your provider to find out whether this applies to you.
I hold an Honours degree in Psychology (University of Melbourne) and a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology, (University of Technology, Sydney).
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I have experience working with individuals and groups across private and public health settings, including hospitals, universities and clinics.
I am registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA).