Business Details
Your Trusted Psychologist in Winthrop
Insight Clinical Psychology has been dedicated to mental health care for over two decades. Our practice is led by Deborah Skender, a clinical psychologist with a six-year degree and extensive experience across diverse clinical settings. We specialise in evidence-based therapies including ACT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed approaches, serving individuals, couples, and adolescents aged 12+. Our multicultural heritage informs our understanding of diverse client backgrounds, while our collaborative approach integrates medical professionals and dieticians for holistic treatment of complex conditions like eating disorders. We prioritise creating a warm, supportive environment where clients can achieve meaningful recovery through personalised care plans grounded in proven therapeutic models. 
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Counselling
Adolescent Therapy
Eating Disorders
Trauma Therapy
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of clinical psychology experience
- Multicultural understanding informs client-centred care
- Specialist training in eating disorder treatment
- Holistic approach integrating medical professionals
- Proven success with evidence-based therapeutic models
Services
Individual Therapy
Transformative therapy addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief through evidence-based approaches like ACT and mindfulness. Sessions focus on developing coping strategies and emotional resilience for adults and adolescents aged 12+. Our structured programs incorporate Motor Vehicle Insurance claim support.
Couples Counselling
Specialist relationship therapy utilising attachment theory to strengthen emotional connections. We help couples navigate communication challenges and rebuild trust through structured sessions that promote mutual understanding and long-term relationship satisfaction.
Adolescent Therapy
Developmentally appropriate mental health support for teens aged 12+. Our therapeutic approach addresses anxiety, self-esteem issues, and transitional challenges through engaging, age-specific interventions that foster emotional growth and resilience.
Eating Disorders
Comprehensive treatment for eating disorders requiring coordinated care with medical professionals. Our holistic approach integrates dieticians and GPs to address both psychological and physical aspects of recovery through evidence-based therapeutic frameworks.
Trauma Therapy
Specialised trauma-informed therapy addressing PTSD and complex trauma responses. We employ evidence-based techniques to process traumatic experiences while building emotional regulation skills in a safe, supportive therapeutic environment.
People
Deborah Skender
Clinical Psychologist
With a six-year clinical psychology degree and 20+ years' experience, Deborah specialises in evidence-based therapies for anxiety, depression, and trauma. Her multicultural background informs her approach to working with diverse clients across individual, couples, and adolescent therapy.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
We utilise evidence-based methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness techniques, and trauma-informed approaches tailored to each client's specific needs.
Do you accept Motor Vehicle Insurance claims?
Yes, we provide therapy services for clients with motor vehicle insurance claims, focusing on recovery from accident-related psychological trauma and emotional distress.
How do I book an appointment?
You can book appointments through our online booking form or by calling our clinic directly at 0402717033 during our operating hours.
What age groups do you work with?
We specialise in working with adolescents aged 12+ and adults, providing age-appropriate therapeutic interventions for various mental health concerns.
How are eating disorders treated?
Treatment requires coordinated care with medical professionals. We work alongside GPs and dieticians to address both psychological and physical aspects of eating disorders through structured therapy programs.
Do you offer couples therapy?
Yes, our specialist couples counselling uses attachment theory to improve relationship dynamics, communication patterns, and emotional connection between partners.
