Therapy with Mark
My approach to therapy starts with curiosity and compassion, listening to your story, the challenges you face, and the goals you wish to attain. I value evidence-based treatment that begins with our therapeutic alliance —a merging of empathy, honesty, trust, and collaboration. My primary treatment modality is Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, from which we can adopt strategies to support your progress and develop self-sufficiency in managing thoughts, emotions and behaviour.
My early career as a frontline health worker has given me the confidence and ability to listen, understand, and care for people with a respectful, culturally reflective practice for all. I am enthusiastic about working with people of all ages and walks of life.
In working together, we may also recognise that your goals for therapy could best be met by another psychologist. In this situation, my interest in your successful therapy journey will see me refer you to their care.
Mark’s Qualifications & Experience
Mark is a Provisional Psychologist currently completing a Master of Clinical Psychology at the University of New England. He obtained a Master of Professional Psychology at the Institute for Social Neuroscience in 2025. In 2020, he commenced his undergraduate degree in Psychology, leading to a Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science and a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) at the University of Newcastle in 2024.
Mark has a background in paramedicine and is a registered paramedic with a Bachelor of Health Science (Pre-Hospital Care) and a Graduate Certificate in Clinical Education. Over the course of his career, Mark has worked in health in urban and remote environments, providing assessment and care to patients with medical and traumatic presentations. In addition, he has experience managing acute care emergencies in mental health. These experiences have shaped his compassionate and practical approach to therapy and support his commitment to providing dedicated client-centred care.
Location
Mark is available at the READ Clinic Erina on Mondays and Fridays and at READ Clinic West Gosford on Saturdays.