Matthew is a Provisional Psychologist at Connections WA. He supports adolescents and adults. He has a special interest in school-based and workplace challenges, stress, anxiety, burnout, life transitions, adjustments and the sensory or cognitive demands of life. Matthew’s care is deeply rooted in a warm, collaborative, and person-centered philosophy. By integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed frameworks through a neuro- diversity lens to help clients to flourish in the world
Areas of practice
- School and workplace challenges
- Stress, anxiety and burnout
- Life transitions and adjustment
- The sensory and thinking demands of daily life
Ways of working
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Trauma-informed care
- A neurodiversity-affirming lens
Something fun
Matthew enjoys venturing on the golf course and playing his guitar. He also has a strong interest in the connection between nutrition, lifestyle, and mental well-being. In his spare time, he enjoys music, staying active, and spending time with family and friends.
Qualifications and training
- Master of Professional Psychology (Current)
- Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced)
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Certificate IV in Christian Ministry
Registrations
- Ahpra (Provisional Psychologist)
- Working With Children Check
- Australian Psychological Society
- Australian Association of Psychologists Inc