Salamanca Psychology
Leadership in mental health
Dr Janet Haines
BA (Hons), PhD (ClinPsych)
Co-director of Salamanca Psychology
Janet has been in private practice since 1995. With individuals, she predominantly works with adults who are facing a broad range of problems. She adopts evidence-based intervention strategies that are selected to meet the individual’s needs. She also undertakes assessments of individuals and families in a psycho-legal context.
Dr Amy Washington
BA (Hons), PhD (ClinPsych)
Co-director of Salamanca Psychology
Amy works in both child and adult mental health and has an interest in anxiety management and trauma recovery. She has experience in the management of abusive behaviours and family violence, and has worked with both victims and perpetrators.
Amy has previously worked in corrections so has interest and expertise in the treatment of offending behaviours and in risk management. She regularly provides assessments and reports for child protection and family court matters.
Amy also works as a senior fertility counsellor for Fertility Tasmania. She is a member of Australian New Zealand Infertility Counsellors Association (ANZICA) and the Fertility Society of Australia (FSA).
Ms Olivia Bounds
BPsych (Hons), MPsych (Clin)
Olivia is a psychologist and clinical psychology registrar who completed her Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) in Adelaide before returning to her home-state to complete the Master of Psychology (Clinical) at UTAS. Olivia uses evidence-based therapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to target a variety of mental health difficulties. She works with children (aged 12 and under) and adults, and is registered to provide services through Medicare.
Olivia has a keen interest in working with young people, continuing her role as a school psychologist alongside private practice.
Dr Katie Dykes
BSc (Hons), PhD (ClinPsych)
Katie has her PhD in Clinical Psychology and has been working in private practice since 2010. She provides general counselling support and specialist psychological therapies for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. She uses a variety of therapeutic techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy. Katie is experienced in assisting people in managing a wide range of difficulties. She is registered to provide services under Medicare. She also provides services for organisations including MAIB and other insurance companies, and workers’ compensation. Katie is experienced in completing child and family assessments as well as educational and cognitive assessments for both children and adults.
Ms Jessica Forward
BSci(Hons), MPsych (Clin)
Jessica is a psychologist and clinical registrar who completed her studies at the University of Tasmania. She has worked across several settings, including teaching, and researching at the University of Tasmania; developing and delivering group-based mental health and substance dependence programs; and a practicing psychologist in NGO, private practice, community, and educational settings. She uses evidence based therapeutic techniques including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in managing a range of mental health issues. Jessica works with adults, couples, and has specific experience and special interest in areas such as substance dependence, complex trauma, anxiety, anger management, depression, and interpersonal issues amongst families and couples.
Mr James Lillas
BA Hons (Psych), Graduate Diploma Psychological Studies, Diploma of Education
James works collaboratively with his clients to develop a shared, tailored and holistic understanding of their problems and goals. He takes a practical approach using a variety of evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Solutions Focused Therapy to help clients find achievable and practical strategies to overcome their issues.
James has a background in education and has worked as a School Psychologist before commencing private practice. He has in interest in male mental health and well being and sees many people who are experiencing problems with anxiety and depression.
Dr Mandy Mathewson
BSc (Hons), PhD (ClinPsych)
Mandy has been practicing psychology in Tasmania since 2004. She is an endorsed clinical psychologist with expertise in family and couples’ therapy, parental alienation, the management of chronic health problems such as chronic pain, and workplace psychological injury. Mandy is also an endorsed supervisor for the clinical psychology registrar program. She is a member of the Australian Psychological Society and College of Clinical Psychologists. When not working at Salamanca Psychology, Mandy is a lecturer in psychology at the University of Tasmania.
Dr Kimberley Norris
BA (Hons), PhD (ClinPsych)
Kimberley is a board-approved supervisor for clinical psychology registrars. She has extensive experience in treating a range of disorders including anxiety, depression, and eating disorders, and is able to conduct cognitive and forensic assessments within both adult and child populations. Kimberley also specialises in working with Antarctic expeditioners and their families.
Ms Rebecca Pitts
BPsych (Hons), MPsych (Clin), MAPS
Rebecca is a general psychologist and clinical psychology registrar who completed her Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) in Melbourne before moving to Tasmania to complete the Master of Psychology (Clinical) at UTAS. Rebecca is also registered with the Psychology Board of Australia. Rebecca has worked within tertiary mental health services delivering group therapy programs including DBT, and within private practice working with people from a range of ages and presenting problems.
Rebecca is passionate about working with people experiencing problems with eating and body image. She is particularly interested in helping people find a balanced and healthy relationship with themselves, their bodies, food and movement. Rebecca also works with people who are experiencing difficulties with mood, anxiety, trauma, stress and their relationships with others.
Rebecca believes that therapy provides an opportunity for positive change through understanding and examining our experiences, emotions and behaviours. Rebecca places a strong emphasis on the importance of the therapeutic relationship, built on openness, nurturance, gentle challenging, safety and respect. She uses evidence-based models to provide a framework to suit each individual client’s needs. Rebecca believes that therapy provides an opportunity for positive change through understanding and examining our experiences, emotions and behaviours. Rebecca places a strong emphasis on the importance of the therapeutic relationship, built on openness, nurturance, gentle challenging, safety and respect. She uses evidence-based models to provide a framework to suit each individual client’s needs.
Dr Janita Scott
BA (Hons), GradDipRehabCouns, DPsych
Janita is a Clinical Psychologist who completed her Doctorate at the University of Tasmania. She has been working in private practice since 2008 and is a member of the Australian Psychological Society. She is registered to provide services under Medicare, and she also accepts referrals from third-party organisations including MAIB and other insurance companies, victims of crime and workers’ compensation. Janita also see individuals under the Employee Assistance Program (EPC) for the Centre for Corporate Health (CFCH) and facilitates group mental health training sessions for them.
Janita provides general counselling support and specialist psychological interventions for adolescents, adults, couples and families. She is experienced in assisting individuals in managing a wide range of difficulties. She takes a practical approach, using a variety of evidence based techniques including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) to assist individuals in achieving their goals and improving their quality of life.
Dr Karen Sutherland
BSc (Hons), PhD, PGDipClPs
Karen is a registered Clinical Psychologist. She obtained her Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology as well as her Doctor of Philosophy (in Psychology) at the University of Otago in New Zealand. She worked in the United Kingdom for 7 years post-training and moved to Tasmania in mid-2016.
Karen provides general counselling support and specialist psychological therapies for children, adolescents, adults and families struggling with a wide range of mental health difficulties. She uses a number of different evidence-based models of therapy, depending on the needs of the individual client, including (but not limited to) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Karen has an interest in neuropsychological assessment, and has considerable experience in the assessment of neurodevelopmental disorders. She is able to offer private assessments of intellectual functioning and/or autistic spectrum disorder if this is needed.
Karen is registered to provide services under Medicare and NDIS, and for other organisations including workers’ compensation.
Ms Nicole Walker
BA (Hons), MPsych (Clin)
Nicole is experienced in working with adults, children and young people across a wide range of contexts and client needs. She works collaboratively with her clients to understand and achieve progress in the goals that are most important to them while building resilience into the future.
Nicole uses therapy approaches that have been independently researched and shown to be effective for improving mental health, coping, stress management, adjustment and relationships. She has extensive experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). In 2019, Nicole completed both standard and advanced level training in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), assisting clients to recover from traumatic experiences including workplace accidents and car accidents.
Nicole has been a psychologist for over 10 years. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) and a Masters in Clinical Psychology. Nicole provides sessions through GP mental health care plans (with a gap payment) as well as regularly providing services funded by MAIB, workers’ compensation and Child Safety. Private health funds may also cover session costs and it is best to check with your fund to see if you may be eligible.
Mr Josh Westland
BPsych (Hons), MPsych (Clin)
Please note that from January 2021 through to mid/late 2021, Josh is not accepting new referrals. Clients are welcome to go on a waitlist.
Josh is an endorsed Clinical Psychologist who completed his Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and Master of Psychology (Clinical) at the University of Tasmania. He is a member of the Australian Psychological Society, is approved to provide services through Medicare, and is also open to referrals from third-party organisations including insurance agencies, victims of crime, and workers’ compensation claims.
Josh provides intervention for adults with a range of mental health concerns. He works from an evidence based framework, and draws on approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and elements of Schema Therapy to help clients to achieve their own personal goals and improve quality of life.