Tia Mackenzie
Provisional Psychologist
Dip (Couns), BPyschSci (Hons), MProfPsych, Assoc MAPS
Key Areas of Interest
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress Management
- Emotional Regulation
- Self-Esteem
- Assertiveness
- Life Transitions and Adjustment
- Relationships
- Perfectionism
- Study Issues
- Youth and Young Adults
Therapeutic Frameworks/Strategies
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Strengths-Based and Person-Centred Approaches
About Tia
Please note Tia is a Provisional Psychologist and sessions with her do not attract Medicare or Private Health Fund rebates.
Tia values learning, curiosity, and ‘realness.’ She knows the importance of creating a safe, non-judgemental, and supportive space for clients to process difficulties and work towards their goals. She has experience supporting her clients to cope with challenges including anxiety, stress, depression, emotional dysregulation, low self-esteem or confidence, and relationship difficulties. Tia has a background in both counselling and psychology, and seeks to helps her clients improve their wellbeing and make moves towards recovery and a fulfilling life.
How Tia might support you
Often with a cup of tea close by, Tia aims to be warm, genuine, and works with her clients on what is important to them. She aims to listen without judging and draws on her client’s strengths. Tia is particularly interested in working with adolescents and young adults, and primarily works within a Cognitive Behavioural approach incorporating strategies from Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.