Supporting Dr. Jay Richards in our mission to provide comprehensive and affordable psychological assessments are our talented Assessment Psychologists: Lydia Sandosam and Alana Walker. Each member of our team brings specialised expertise across various fields of psychology, contributing to a holistic approach to mental health assessment and support. Together, they form a dynamic and dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality, individualised assessments to meet your unique needs. Whether you’re navigating challenges in mental health, parenting, or other specialised areas, you can rely on our team to offer the insights and guidance you require.

If you’d like to discuss our assessments our anything else related to your wellbeing, please check out our  Assessments frequently asked questions, or call us on (02) 4965 3530.

Jay Richards (Books Closed)
Jay Richards (Books Closed)Clinical Psychologist (Newcastle, Telehealth)
Can See: Adults
Expertise: Complex Trauma, Dissociation, Personality
Therapy Modalities: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and Solution-Focused approaches.
Lydia Sandosam
Lydia SandosamProvisional Psychologist
Can See: Adults, Children and Adolescents
Expertise: Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, Assessments for ADHD and ASD.
Therapy Modalities: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Alana Walker
Alana WalkerProvisional Psychologist
Can See: Adults, Children and Adolescents
Expertise: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Parenting Difficulties, Attachment
Therapy Modalities: Person Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Family Systems Therapy
Elly
EllyAssessments Administrator
Elly is currently studying psychology and is passionate about removing the stigma surrounding mental health. Empathetic and gentle, Elly (along with Eliza) plays a crucial role throughout our clients assessments journey, primarily coordinating and scheduling assessments.

With a meticulous eye for detail, Elly ensures that psychologists have all the necessary tools and information to make accurate diagnoses and personalised treatment plans.

Eliza
ElizaAssessments Administrator
Eliza has recently completed a double degree in psychological science and criminology and is looking forward to graduating in December. Bubbly and nurturing, Eliza (along with Elly) plays a crucial role throughout our clients assessments journey, primarily coordinating and scheduling assessments.

With a passion for all things mental health, Eliza ensures that our clients are guided along their assessments journey with empathy and kindness.

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