Bernadette Crompton is a Clinical Psychologist who works with children and adults. Bernadette holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and has a varied background including work as a tertiary Educator, Counsellor, Professional Coach, and Business Manager. As a psychologist, she has worked in private settings, government organisations, and paediatric community health. With a warm and empathic style, Bernadette takes a holistic approach to ensure she understands needs so that treatment and interventions are tailored to help clients reach their goals. She aims to provide clients with a safe and supportive therapeutic space.
Bernadette combines evidence-based treatment and neuroscience-informed approaches with reflective practice. As well as providing therapy, Bernadette conducts assessments for cognitive intellect, autism, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder ADHD), behavioural and emotional issues, day-to-day adaptive functioning, developmental delay, and school readiness. When working with children, Bernadette works collaboratively with parents, caregivers and teachers.
Bernadette’s areas of focus are:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Social Anxiety
- Grief and Loss
- Life Transition and Adjustment Issues
- Stress Management
- Trauma
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Assessment and diagnosis for Spectrum Autism Disorder, ADHD, and Cognitive assessment using WISC-V for children
Bernadette’s treatment modalities are:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Schema Therapy
- Mindfulness
- Solution Focused Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Mindfulness-based, Cognitive-Behaviour Play Therapy
Available:
- Tuesdays – Bellfield
- Wednesdays – Bellfield
Client groups:
- Individuals
- Adults 20 to 90 years
- Children 3 to 11 years (please note: an initial parent-only consultation is required)