Mary Carse

Welcome to Deakin Chambers Psychologists, a team of warm, professional, and highly trained psychologists dedicated to providing accessible, comprehensive, and effective counselling services. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of skilled assistance in helping you address and resolve your problems. Our psychologists are registered with the Psychologists Registration Board and are members of the Australian Psychological Society, bound by its Code of Ethics and strict Ethical Guidelines. Based in Canberra, we offer a range of professional, outcome-focused services to assist individuals and couples with a wide range of difficulties.

Our Services

At Deakin Chambers Psychologists, we are proud to offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs and strengths of our clients. Our services include:

*Anxiety and depression treatment

*Work-related stress management

*Post-natal depression support

*Eating disorder and weight loss management

*Coping with chronic pain and chronic illness

*Relationship issues, including trained Gottman Couple Therapy

*Trauma and childhood sexual abuse recovery

*Assessment and treatment for depression and anxiety

*Assistance with trauma, bereavement, and organisational change

*Counselling for resilience and workplace stress

*Support and evaluation for a wide variety of patients in both private and public sectors

Meet Our Psychologists

Dr. Sally M Hughson: A registered Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience, Dr. Hughson offers a broad range of psychological services to individuals and couples. With specialisations in the treatment of anxiety and depression, work-related stress issues, post-natal depression, eating disorders, chronic pain management, and relationship issues, she is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care. Dr. Hughson is a registered provider through Medicare and is available for appointments on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9am-5pm.

Dr. Jillian M Fleming: As a Consultant Forensic Psychologist, Dr. Fleming specialises in forensic and clinical psychology services. She is a fully registered psychologist, a full member of the Australian Psychological Society, The Australian Pain Society, the Australian & New Zealand College of Forensic Science, and the Australian College of Clinical Psychologists. Dr. Fleming has extensive experience in preparing detailed psychological assessment reports for insurance litigation, Family Court hearings, and criminal law and victims of crime compensation proceedings. Additionally, she possesses clinical expertise in providing assessment and treatment for trauma, childhood sexual abuse, depression, and anxiety. Dr. Fleming is not currently accepting new clients.

Dr. Loretta Poerio: With over 27 years of experience in clinical and organisational settings, Dr. Poerio has developed areas of interest in trauma, anxiety, depression, bereavement, resilience, and workplace stress. She utilises a variety of therapeutic techniques, including cognitive behavioural therapy incorporating mindfulness, trauma-focused therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy. Dr. Poerio is available for appointments and is committed to empowering her clients to cultivate the life they want to be living.

Emergency Contact Information

In case of a mental health emergency, please contact the following services:

*Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636

*Lifeline: 13 11 14

*Mental Health Triage 24 Hour Service: 1800 629 354