Connections WA Team

Bas started working at CWA at the start of 2024. Currently only available on Saturdays on a fortnightly basis. Bas has 15 years of experience as a psychologist, has worked extensively with schools across WA to support students across the domains of learning, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing. His practice has focused on fostering inclusive educational environments, collaborating with educators and families, and implementing evidence-based strategies to enhance student outcomes. Has a special interest in the area of problematic gaming and technology use. His extensive work with different religious and cultural backgrounds provides a base for his culturally safe practice.

Andrea is the Principal Psychologist at Connections WA. Specialising in individualised support for child, adolescent, and adults, her areas of particular interest include Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, PTSD as well as addressing the multifaceted impact of trauma. Andrea is also a skilled Supervisor, guiding and supporting other mental health professionals in their professional development.

Lakshay is a Clinical Psychologist at Connections WA. Having worked with specialist youth services in New Zealand, he has developed a strong expertise in early psychosis care and supporting people with acute or complex presentations. His passion lies in delivering culturally informed and context-sensitive intervention for adults presenting with trauma, anxiety and depressive conditions. Drawing on evidence-based approaches (including CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, and EMDR), Lakshay uses his diverse background and breadth of clinical experience to help clients reconnect with meaning, purpose, and joy in their lives

Marie is a Provisional Psychologist in her 6^th year of study. Marie is passionate about supporting clients through a warm, collaborative, and person-centred approach. She has a strong interest in working with individuals who identify as neurodivergent, as well as clients experiencing personality-related difficulties and social anxiety. She values creating a safe and validating therapeutic space where clients feel understood and empowered to explore their experiences at their own pace. Marie uses evidence-based frameworks to work with clients to help them build insight, develop practical coping strategies, and strengthen their sense of wellbeing and self-compassion. She brings an open, curious, and non-judgmental style to therapy, recognising that every person’s story is unique.