Psychologist

Deb Tighe

Psychologist

Deb is an enthusiastic and committed psychologist with 20 years of experience. She has a warm, accepting and engaging manner and thus her therapeutic style is amicable, flexible and non-judgmental. Deb aims to create a nurturing and growth-conducive environment. Her philosophy is that client wellness is achieved by facilitating a collaborative approach in which the client gradually feels empowered to self-manage their mental health and wellbeing. Deb also takes a problem solving and solution-focused approach to expedite the achievement of client goals. She has sound clinical skills, psychological insight as well as quintessential effective communication skills. Deb demonstrates highly regarded interpersonal skills which enable her to work with a wide variety and a diverse range of people.

As a Psychologist, I believe in a strong working alliance with my clients. I value confidentiality, honesty, trust, and emotional support as key elements of my practice.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours in Psychology)
  • Diploma of Teaching
  • Bachelor of Education (Honours in Special Education)
  • Master of Education
  • Graduate Diploma in Equine Psychology

 

Professional Membership

  • Member of the Australian Psychological Society

Specialities

Deb’s specialities include:
• Adjustment Disorders
• Anxiety Disorders, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Panic Disorder
• Applied Behaviour Analysis and Behaviour Modification
• Childhood Disorders: Neurodevelopmental Disorders diagnosed during infancy, childhood, or adolescence, i.e. Intellectual Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
• Grief and Loss
• Mood Disorders (Depressive Disorders)
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Work-Related Stress
Additionally, Deb had over 35 years of experience working for the Queensland Department of Education. During these years she undertook a wide range of roles and responsibilities. This has entitled her to claim expertise in the training, teaching, diagnosis, treatment and management of children and young people.

Deb applies an eclectic approach towards client treatment and therapy. She personalizes interventions to suit each individual client’s needs and goals of therapy. She draws upon a wide range of therapy frameworks.

To book an appointment with Deb, please contact us.