Ms Penny Lewis
Clinical Psychologist
Westside Specialist Centre
Indooroopilly, Brisbane QLD 4068
In Person + Telehealth
Philosophy & Vision
My goal is for you to feel safe, respected and accepted as we explore your concerns in a gentle, non-judgemental way. The direction of therapy is determined by your goals.
I do not believe that one therapy approach fits all so I draw creatively from a range of therapy modalities. The role of a good therapist is to get you to the point where you no longer need a good therapist.
Background
I have been a registered psychologist for over 25 years. After completing my degree, I worked full time as a Clinical Psychologist at Royal Brisbane Hospital for 4 years, and Princess Alexandra Hospital for the following 3 years. I then left the public system to start a private practice and a family. I treat adults with a broad range of backgrounds dealing with a wide variety of personal and relationship concerns.
Services
I offer individual psychotherapy and counselling for adults. I see people for short or long term therapy, depending on their needs. I also have a particular interest in treating anxiety disorders (e.g. obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress, phobias and worry).
I offer Telehealth services - phone consultations and/or online (video conference) therapy. Face to face services in my office are also offered.
Quality Provision
As a fully qualified and registered Clinical Psychologist, I adhere to the ethical and professional standards required by the Australian Psychological Society. To ensure that I can use the very latest techniques in helping you, I devote a substantial amount of time to professional development through seminars, workshops, conferences, reading and peer review groups.
Areas of Special Interest
Accreditations
- BA (Hons) with first class honours in Psychology - University of Queensland
- Awarded University medal for academic achievement
- EMDR Level 1 training - 1993
- EMDR Level 2 training - 1996
- Member APS Clinical College
- IFS Practitioner - Level 1 training - IFS Institute
Modalities
ACT - CBT - Compassion-Focused Therapy - EMDR - Inner Child - Internal Family Systems - Meditation - Mindfulness - Solution Oriented - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
I draw from a range of orientations and try to integrate the best of the major therapy schools (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Psychodynamic and Experiential) as well as EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness meditation, Compassion Focused Therapy and Solution focused strategies, offering an approach that is tailored to your needs.
Professional Associations
- Australian Association for Cognitive & Behaviour Therapy
- Australian Psychological Society
- EMDRAA
Practice Locations
Westside Specialist Centre
Suite 4B, Lantos Place, 80 Stamford Rd
Indooroopilly QLD 4068
Rooms are in Lantos Place, next to Indooroopilly Shoppingtown David Jones Entrance. Bus and train stops are within walking distance.
Appointments
Thursdays 11am - 7.00 pm
Fridays 9am - 1.00pm
Fees & Insurance
$245 per 55 min (Cost to you after Medicare rebate of $$141.85 is $103.15) - Medicare rebate is only for certain diagnoses e.g. depression/anxiety - Eligibility is decided by referring GP or psychiatrist). Private Health fund rebates also available.
Payment Options
Payment on the day of the appointment. Cash, cheque, Visa card, or Mastercard accepted. Medicare online also available for instant refund (if you have a GP mental Health Care Plan or referral from a psychiatrist)
Contact Penny
Please contact reception to make an appointment