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Andrew Forrest
M.Psych (Clinical Registrar) | B.Psych | MAPS

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Andrew is a psychologist who offers therapy to individuals and couples in each stage of adulthood and adolescence. He has experience with a range of presentations and is passionate about supporting people to improve their quality of life through greater emotional and mental wellbeing.

Andrew works from a centre of compassion and openness, and finds that therapy progresses in the most meaningful direction when a person feels understood and safe within the therapeutic relationship. Andrew’s approach creates an inclusive and non-judgemental space for his clients that encourages curiosity, personal reflection, and growth. He is passionate about empowering his clients through evidence-based techniques to explore possibilities, move towards change and build a life with meaning.


Areas of Interest

Anxiety Disorders, Depressive and Mood Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Trauma & PTSD, Personality Disorders, Existential Concerns, Grief, Relationship Concerns.

In the treatment of couples and partners, Andrew’s specific areas of interest include:

  • Managing conflict and repairing the damage caused by long-term unresolved conflict

  • Building emotional connection, closeness, intimacy and friendship

  • Trauma (for the couple and for individuals within a relationship)

  • Sexual Health and Dysfunction

  • Infidelity and trust

Therapies

Client Centered Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Densensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Gottman Couples Therapy, Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT).


Qualifications

Master of Clinical Psychology (MPsych)

Master of Professional Psychology (Mpsych) Bachelor of Psychological Science Honours (BPsych).

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