Debra Sandford​​
B Psych (Hons), M Psych (Clin)​
Clinical Psychologist​​
Debra has a deep commitment to providing personalised, evidence-based care to children, adolescents, and adults. My approach is to work collaboratively with you to develop a therapy plan that reflects your unique circumstances, challenges, and goals.
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Debra draws from a wide range of therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based interventions, Parallel Parent Child Narrative, Circle of Security, and clinical hypnosis. She has trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), which is particularly effective for treating psychological and complex trauma.
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Her clinical background includes working in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), with early childhood (0–5 years) teams, and at the Adelaide Sleep Disorders Unit at the Repatriation General Hospital.
In 2012, she founded Quality of Life Psychology with the aim of offering compassionate, holistic care informed by the latest research and clinical practice. Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure clients receive comprehensive and integrated support.
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Debra works with a wide range of mental health concerns, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, sleep disorders (including insomnia), grief and loss, parenting and attachment issues, difficult birth experiences or pregnancy loss, low self-esteem, and family or relationship challenges.
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Her PhD research focuses on the psychological wellbeing of people living with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a rare and life-limiting lung condition, and their caregivers. She has presented her findings at both national and international conferences, and continues to advocate for the importance of mental health support in chronic illness care.
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In addition to clinical work, she enjoys engaging with the community and sharing knowledge. She regularly speaks on mental health topics at community events and on radio. If you are seeking a speaker, facilitator, or lecturer for your group or organisation, she'd be happy to discuss how she might contribute.
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Debra currently accepts referrals for children, adolescents, and adults. Her availability is typically during standard office hours, with other times available by negotiation.
Andrea Garde
B Psych (Hons), M Psych (Clin)
Clinical Psychologist
Andrea is a warm, down-to-earth clinical psychologist who brings compassion and professionalism to every client interaction.
With experience across a broad range of settings—including community mental health clinics, private practice, and many years in critical incident management and debriefing—Andrea ensures her clients feel safe, heard, and at ease throughout their therapeutic journey.
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Andrea utilises a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to each individual's needs. These include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based interventions, self-compassion teachings, and clinical hypnosis.
She has a particular interest in working with psychological trauma and is trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), an effective treatment for trauma and distressing life experiences.
Andrea has a strong track record supporting emergency services personnel, first responders, and members of community and professional sporting organisations. She is experienced in helping individuals recover from trauma responses related to high-stress and high-risk environments.
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Her clinical expertise includes treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, interpersonal relationship difficulties, sleep issues, substance use concerns, and unresolved grief and loss.
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Andrea welcomes referrals for both adult and adolescent clients, and is committed to providing a respectful, collaborative, and effective therapeutic experience.
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Her availability is typically during standard office hours, with other times available by negotiation.
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