About ClinPsych Ballarat
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At ClinPsych Ballarat we believe that change is possible. We support people to live more meaningful, healthier and satisfying lives. For some people this means assisting them to maintain their wellbeing, for others it's about helping them manage mental health conditions.
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Ultimately, mental health is about being cognitively, emotionally and socially healthy – the way we think, feel and develop relationships. However, if you feel that you are experiencing difficulties then the earlier you seek support, the better.
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Dr Linda Davey
Clinical and Forensic Psychologist - Director
Dr Linda Davey (PhD; M. Psych.; B.A. (Hons Psych); B.M.Ed.; MAPS; FCCP; FCFP) is a highly regarded member of the psychology profession having practiced in South Australia, Queensland and Victoria. She has specialist qualifications in clinical and forensic psychology with over 30 years experience as a therapist, researcher, educator and supervisor. Linda has worked therapeutically in the public, private and academic sectors, and is known for her excellent therapeutic skill and ability to warmly engage with clients. She is a full member of the Australian Psychological Society and is a fellow of the APS College of Clinical Psychology and the APS College of Forensic Psychology. Linda has full registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), works collaboratively with other health professionals, and is recognised as a provider of clinical psychological services under Medicare.
Linda is able to accept referrals for a wide range of mental health difficulties in adults. She is committed to evidence-based practice utilising a range of therapies as appropriate (including CBT, ACT, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, DBT, Schema Therapy and systemic and dynamic approaches).
Linda has particular interest and experience in treating those individuals who have a history of trauma, or are diagnosed with PTSD, Complex PTSD, emotion regulation problems, structural dissociation or personality disorders. She also treats adults with with depressive, anxiety and bipolar conditions, and has also developed an interest in those experiencing eco-anxiety and existential grief. Linda also works with adults facing major life adjustments and older adults.
Linda offers psychological therapy services that integrate insights from neuroscience with body-centred interventions and contemporary cognitive and dynamic practices. She is also trained in couple therapy and is known as a dynamic presenter of psycho-educational workshops. Linda is a sought after supervisor of psychologists and other mental health professionals. Apart from her work as a psychologist, Linda is also an experienced theatre-maker/theatre director, and has worked as a practitioner and published academic in the area of applied and prison theatre.