Our Psychologists
Dana Adaway
Director & Clinical Psychologist
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Dana is a Clinical Psychologist who has spent over a decade working with a varied range of clients in private practice. She has extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of trauma, having also previously worked within a specialist sexual assault counselling service.
She assists adults to overcome a range of mental health issues including anxiety and depression, with her therapeutic approach incorporating a range of evidenced-based techniques such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Schema Therapy. Dana has a particular interest in treating Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, and clients suffering from trauma symptoms currently form a large part of her client base.
Dana regularly conducts medico-legal assessments, including family assessments for Child Safety Services, the Federal Circuit Court, and Victims of Crime. She has previously been appointed as a single expert witness in Federal Circuit Court proceedings.
With a young family of her own, Dana is passionate about supporting expectant parents to prepare for parenthood, facilitating adjustment to parenthood, treating perinatal mental health conditions, and improving infant-parent attachment. She has helped clients cope with a range of issues pre-pregnancy and during the perinatal period, including infertility, high-risk pregnancy, prematurity, and pregnancy and infant loss. Dana is able to offer psychological services under the Pregnancy Support Medicare items.
Dana is approved by the Psychology Board of Australia to supervise psychology registrars seeking generalist registration, as well as interns seeking specialist clinical endorsement.
* Dana is not currently accepting new therapy referrals
Robyn Winwood-Smith
Clinical Psychologist
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Robyn is an experienced clinical psychologist who believes that people deserve to feel understood. Her sessions are highly supportive, free from judgment and aimed at getting you on the path to being your best self. She takes a practical and creative approach to therapy, working closely with you to build trust, learn your personal history and understand your strengths and goals. Therapy is different for everyone, and Robyn takes pride in using evidence-based approaches that you connect with to build skills, break patterns, heal emotional wounds and empower you to move forward. These approaches include (but are not limited to) CBT, Schema, ACT and Mindfulness.
Robyn works with a wide variety of adolescents, young adults and adults that are facing a challenging time in their life. They may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or experiencing ongoing mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD or self-esteem concerns. Robyn has worked successfully with many people who have experienced trauma in their life. She also enjoys working with people seeking personal growth and self- development. She sees people come into their own when they are able to make sense of things not just mentally, but physically and emotionally. Her clients often tell her they feel very comfortable sharing their story with her and appreciate her warm and down to earth nature.
Dr Emma Rouse
Clinical Psychologist
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Emma is a Clinical Psychologist who has worked across the private and public mental health sectors for twelve years. Emma uses a collaborative, trauma informed approach in her work with adult clients and is trained in Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and is an associate member of the International Society for Schema Therapy.
Emma has a special interest in assisting couples to strengthen their relationships, to recover from relationship wounds and betrayals, and to manage conflict. Emma is trained in Gottman Relationship Therapy, which is based on 40 years of research into what makes successful couples. This therapy is designed to teach specific skills to strengthen relationships, to manage conflict better and to improve communication around issues where couples have become gridlocked.
Dr Ty Dawson
Clinical Psychologist
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Ty aims to foster a climate of warmth, respect and collaboration in therapy. He has been in private practice since 2013, and prior to that time worked in Community Mental Health for 4 years. He has also served as ward psychologist for a Private Psychiatric Hospital.
Ty sees adult patients with a wide range of presentations including Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment Difficulties, Grief, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and other trauma related conditions, including those arising from complex-trauma (often beginning in childhood).
Ty draws from a number of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in addition to Humanistic and Psychodynamic modalities. He has a particular interest not only in in the use of EMDR therapy for recovery from Traumatic experiences and other adverse life events, but also in applying the EMDR approach to difficulties relating to anxiety, phobias and self-esteem when earlier life events seem to be relevant.
Alice Bosworth
Registered Psychologist
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Alice is a registered psychologist and Clinical Registrar who uses a warm, empathetic, and collaborative approach to working with clients. She utilises a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed therapy in her work with clients to help them to achieve their goals. Alice has a Masters of Psychology (Clinical) and has experience working in private practice in Hobart.
Alice works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and life stressors, and has an interest in working with clients with chronic health and pain conditions.
Bonnie Dell
Registered Psychologist
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Bonnie is a registered psychologist and Clinical Registrar who provides psychological therapy with a compassionate and client-centred approach. She completed her Master of Clinical Psychology at the University of Tasmania in Hobart, and has experience working in both community health and private practice.
Bonnie works with individuals from a variety of different backgrounds, ages, genders, and levels of psychological distress. She utilises a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to the individual’s needs, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Attachment Focused Therapy.
Bonnie assists individuals to overcome various mental health difficulties such as depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, grief, and interpersonal problems. She is passionate about working with individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, and offers a safe and welcoming space.
Bonnie aims to build a strong and trusting connection with clients to help facilitate meaningful change, and empower them to achieve their goals.
Emily Goss
Clinical Psychologist
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Emily is a nationally registered clinical psychologist who has completed a Master of Psychology (Clinical) at the University of Tasmania and a Master of Positive Psychology at the University of Melbourne. Emily has experience in treating a range of mental health concerns, having worked in private practice since 2021 and prior to this in youth mental health services.
Emily's priority is to create a warm and safe environment for clients to feel heard and to work towards their therapeutic goals. She has an inclusive approach and works collaboratively with her clients to understand their problems. Interventions are evidence-based and tailored to the individual client's needs, primarily drawing from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD.
Emily generally works with clients aged 18+ who are experiencing anxiety and/or depression, life stressors, and adjustment issues. She has a special interest in working with people who are experiencing difficulties associated with trauma, self-worth, body image, and relationships. Emily also has a special interest in dogs and loves to see photos of furry family members!
Tim Sezai
Registered Psychologist
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Tim is a registered psychologist and Clinical Registrar originally from Melbourne, where he completed a Master of Clinical Psychology from La Trobe University. He has previous experience in community mental health and private hospital services.
Tim follows a strength-based approach to psychology, working in collaboration with his clients to identify their personal values and help them engage in a fulfilling life. He draws from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), working with his clients to help build skills in using a nonjudgemental stance to understand, describe, and approach any challenges with thoughts and emotions.
Tim works with individuals aged 16 and over, and welcomes clients of all backgrounds across culture, LGBTQIA+, and neurodiversity. He works with a range of presenting difficulties, including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and stress.
Yalei Wilson
Registered Psychologist
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Yalei is a registered psychologist whose professional practice is person-centred, eclectic, and empowering. Known for a grounded and genuine demeanour, Yalei establishes a comfortable and adaptable therapeutic environment for clients. They are passionate about evidence-based techniques and utilise components of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) to support clients to develop practical strategies to achieve their goals and overcome their challenges.
Yalei's professional focus spans across various mental health challenges, but they hold a particular interest in providing support for the LGBTQIA+ community, people who are Trans or Gender Diverse, and those questioning and exploring their gender and sexuality. Yalei is affirming of neurodiversity and has assisted clients facing a range of mental health difficulties, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, adjustment difficulties, emotion regulation, and stress management.
Cerri Whitten
Registered Psychologist
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Cerri is a registered psychologist who has worked with a range of individuals across the lifespan. Her approach is collaborative and non-judgmental, fostering a safe space for open expression. One of the aspects she finds particularly rewarding in her profession is the diversity of individuals she has the privilege of working with across all age groups. Whether assisting children in developing coping skills, supporting adolescents in navigating identity and life transitions, or working with adults to address a range of concerns, each age cohort offers unique perspectives and opportunities for growth. Cerri derives great satisfaction from tailoring evidence-based therapeutic approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to meet the distinct needs of each developmental stage, promoting resilience and wellbeing across the lifespan. Central to Cerri's philosophy is the belief in everyone's inherent capacity for growth. Her primary goal is to provide guidance and support while creating a safe and supportive space where you can genuinely feel heard and recognised for your unique self.
