Everything You Need to Know About ELD Psychology Newcastle in One Place

Overview of ELD Psychology Newcastle

ELD Psychology is a dedicated clinical psychology practice offering compassionate, professional mental health services to individuals of all ages. At ELD Psychology, we understand that seeking support for mental health concerns can feel overwhelming. That’s why our team is committed to creating a warm and inclusive environment where clients feel empowered to explore their thoughts, emotions, and life challenges.

Whether you are looking for support with anxiety, depression, trauma, or any other mental health condition, we approach each client with personalised care, tailoring treatment to meet their unique needs. Our focus is on helping you achieve a healthier, more fulfilling life by providing evidence-based psychological therapies and fostering a safe space for growth and healing.

Our Team of Clinical Psychologists Newcastle

The team at ELD Psychology Newcastle comprises skilled and compassionate clinicians, each bringing unique experience to our practice. Our clinicians are trained in delivering a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches and are committed to ongoing professional development. At ELD Psychology, we’re more than a team of psychologists; we’re a community dedicated to supporting our clients in every step of their mental health journey.

Our Team of Clinical Psychologists In Newcastle

  • Dr Emma Doolan (PhD)

    Emma is a clinical psychologist with experience in treating a range of mental health difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and eating disorders. She draws on treatment modalities such as CBT, CBT-E, schema therapy and compassion-focused therapy. Emma has a special interest in working with clients with an eating disorder.

  • Dr Kaitlin Fitzgerald (PhD)

    Kaitlin is a clinical psychologist with extensive experience treating adults with a wide range of mental health concerns, including trauma, anxiety, depression, psychosis, and personality disorders. She has experience working in public and general mental health settings. She has also worked at Hunter Spinal Cord Injury service where she provided psychological intervention to individuals for issues including grief and loss, chronic pain, and adjustment to injury.

  • Paige Cornell

    Paige has experience in treating a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, trauma, and substance use disorders.She has a particular interest in working with people who identify as part of the LGBTQI+ community, people who experience difficulties associated with trauma, substance use and forensic presentations.

  • Taylah Armstrong

    Taylah has experience working in public and primary healthcare settings, and the tertiary education sector. She draws on several evidence-based treatment modalities,including cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and has experience working with a range of presentations, including anxiety, stress, perfectionism, mood disorders, trauma, and disordered eating and body image concerns.

  • Paige Whitfield

    Paige works with clients of all ages, offering evidence-based treatments like CBT and ACT for issues such as anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions, among others. She collaborates with families and other health professionals to ensure the best treatment outcomes for her clients. She has experience working in both private practice and public health settings with children, adolescents and adults.

  • Eliza Newton

    Eliza is experienced in working with a range of mental health challenges, from anxiety and mood disorders to severe mental illness. She has a particular interest in working with individuals overcoming childhood trauma, including Complex PTSD, and with ADHDers on strategies for organisation and emotional wellbeing.

  • Dr Jacqueline Olley

    Jacqueline is a clinical psychologist with over 20 years’ experience, providing tailored, evidence-based treatments for challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction. Known for her warm and compassionate approach, she supports individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping them build resilience and navigate life with confidence.

Bank Corner Building ELD Psychology Newcastle Location

Where is ELD Psychology Newcastle Located?

ELD Psychology is conveniently situated in the historic Bank Corner Building on Hunter Street in Newcastle West, a cherished landmark in the community. This beautiful building has been a cornerstone of the area, with roots tracing back to the early 1900s when it served as one of the first banks in the region. Its classic architecture and historic charm are preserved, creating a welcoming and inspiring atmosphere for our clients.

We are located on level 1, which you can access via the stairs on your left as you enter the building. 

ELD Psychology Newcastle also provides online consultations (using a platform called COVIU), and phone consultations Australia wide. 

Types of Therapies We Provide

At ELD Psychology, we understand that each person’s mental health journey is unique, so we offer a range of therapeutic approaches to suit individual needs. Some of the therapies we have experience in include:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): A widely researched approach, CBT helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviours contributing to their distress.

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): This approach encourages clients to accept their experiences and commit to values-driven actions, helping them manage difficult emotions and live more fulfilling lives.

  • Mindfulness-Based Therapy: Using mindfulness techniques, this therapy supports clients in developing greater self-awareness and coping strategies to manage stress and anxiety.

  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT): DBT is highly effective in treating emotional regulation issues and is particularly helpful for clients dealing with borderline personality disorder.

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E): CBT-E is a specialised, evidence-based form of cognitive-behavioral therapy designed specifically to treat a range of eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and other disordered eating patterns. CBT-E focuses on helping individuals identify and modify dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors related to food, body image, and self-worth. Through tailored strategies, CBT-E empowers clients to develop healthier attitudes toward eating and self-image.

  • Schema Therapy: Schema therapy is an integrative, evidence-based therapy designed to help individuals identify and change deeply ingrained patterns, or "schemas," formed in early life that may be contributing to present-day emotional difficulties and problematic behaviors. This approach combines elements of cognitive, behavioral, and experiential therapies, focusing on breaking negative cycles and meeting core emotional needs in a healthier way. Through Schema Therapy, clients can develop more adaptive thinking patterns and behaviors, ultimately achieving greater emotional resilience and a stronger sense of self.

Our team is dedicated to working collaboratively with clients to determine the most suitable therapeutic approach based on their goals, preferences, and mental health needs.

Conditions We Treat at ELD Psychology Newcastle

ELD Psychology Newcastle provides evidence-based treatments for a variety of mental health conditions, including but not limited to:

  • Anxiety Disorders: Including generalised anxiety disorder, social anxiety, panic disorder, and specific phobias.

  • Depression and mood disorders

  • Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Our team is skilled in trauma-informed therapies

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): We offer tailored treatments for OCD, including exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy.

  • Eating Disorders: Providing compassionate support for those struggling with disordered eating, body image concerns, and eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder.

  • Stress and Life Adjustments: We understand that life changes can be stressful, so we offer support for individuals dealing with work stress, relationship changes, grief, and other adjustments.

  • Sleep difficulties

  • Attention-Deficit/hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Providing strategies for organisation and emotional wellbeing. 

At ELD Psychology, we are here to support your mental health journey. Our commitment is to provide empathetic, high-quality care that helps clients regain control of their lives and build resilience for the future.

You can enquire about booking an appointment with one our psychologists via our online contact form. Alternatively, you are welcome to contact our practice via the details below and speak with one of our lovely admin staff. If your difficulties or area of concern is outside our area of expertise, we will assist you in finding the most appropriate service to meet your needs.

Please note, ELD Psychology is not a crisis service, and does not provide after-hours services or therapeutic services over email. If you require urgent assistance please call your local mental health crisis team, or visit your local hospital immediately.

ELD Psychology Newcastle Fees

ELD Psychology’s fees are considerably lower than the recommended fee set by the Australian Psychological Society of $311 per session.

Our fees are $230 for appointments during business hours, and $250 for appointments after 5pm and on Saturdays. The initial appointment costs $260. Under a Mental Health Care Plan, the Medicare Rebate available for each consultation is $141.85, leaving a gap payment of $88.15 ($108.15 after 5pm, $118.15 for the initial appointment) for clients. To obtain this rebate, you will require a referral from your General Practitioner (GP) or a Psychiatrist. For more information about the Better Access Initiative, please refer to the APS website.

We cannot process transactions with private health insurance. However, at the conclusion of each session, you can organise rebates with your insurance provider. We will provide you with an invoice after each session via email, which will have the information needed to assist with this process.

Disclaimer

The content provided on this blog is intended for Australian audiences and is for informational purposes only. It should not be considered as professional psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The information shared here is based on general knowledge and experience in the field of psychology, but it may not be applicable to your specific situation.

Always seek the advice of your psychologist or other qualified mental health provider with any questions you may have regarding a psychological condition or treatment. Never disregard professional psychological advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this blog.

If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor, or dial 000 immediately. This blog is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

The opinions expressed in this blog are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of any affiliated organisations or institutions.