Debra Sandford​​
B Psych (Hons), M Psych (Clin)​
Clinical Psychologist
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Debra uses a psychodynamic approach to therapy and in consultation with each client develops therapy to suit individual circumstances. Her training includes CBT, DBT, Mindfulness approaches, Parallel Parent Child Narrative, Circle of Security and also hypnotherapy techniques. She also has an interest in psychological trauma, and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).​
Debra’s past employment history includes working with CAMHS, an Early Childhood (0-5yrs) team, Adelaide Sleep Disorders Unit (Repatriation General Hospital), Glenside Hospital and in private practice.
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Her approach is to work collaboratively with other health professionals to provide you with the best holistic care; she is also strongly committed to evidence based practice.
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Currently, Debra is enrolled at The University of Adelaide in the School of Medicine where she is working towards gaining a PhD. Her research is aimed at comprehensively looking at the psychological issues that affect people suffering with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) a rare lung disease. She has presented her research at international conferences, on radio and to interest groups.
Andrea Garde
B Psych (Hons), M Psych (Clin)
Clinical Psychologist
Andrea has worked across a range of settings including community mental health clinics and private practice, in addition to many years of experience in critical incident management and debriefing. Her warm and down to earth approach aims to ensure that clients feel safe, heard, and at ease throughout the therapeutic journey.
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Andrea draws from a wide range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness-based interventions and self-compassion teachings. She also has a special interest in psychological trauma, and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
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Andrea has a proven history of treating trauma responses in emergency services workers, and first responders, in addition to community based and professional sporting clubs and organisations.
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Andrea has extensive experience in treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, interpersonal relationships and conflicts, sleep difficulties, substance use, and unresolved grief and loss.
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Andrea accepts referrals for adult and adolescent clients.
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