Dr Anna Hickling
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST | CREDENTIALED EATING DISORDER CLINICIAN
I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable and supported to share your experiences and learn more about yourself. My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, and approachable in nature and I prioritise working collaboratively to ensure we are focussing on what is important to you and will empower you to best support yourself outside of sessions.
I have previously worked with people across the lifespan in private and public mental health settings including a specialist eating disorder team and corrective services (providing drug and alcohol support). With a PhD in the area of clinical health psychology, I have a particular interest in the interplay of physical and mental health problems and believe that therapy plays an important role in managing and adjusting to chronic illness.
The therapies I primarily draw from are Schema Therapy and Emotion-Focussed/Psychodynamic Therapies, however, I also practice more structured therapies such as CBT, ACT, and DBT when indicated or preferred. In our sessions, I will guide you to build insight regarding the impact of your past experiences on your life today and become more comfortable in understanding and expressing your emotions.
I am a culture, gender, sexuality, and neurodiversity inclusive practitioner and aim to always provide a safe and affirming space for any person seeing me for therapy.
Please reach out if you have any questions and I look forward to getting to speak with you soon at GrayMind Psychology.
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Anna’s approach
“My aim for you is that you will leave your sessions feeling empowered in how to best support yourself in life.”
- Dr Anna Hickling
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Body Image, Eating Concerns and Eating Disorders
Chronic Illness and Physical Health Concerns
Women’s Health and Hormonal Conditions
Acute and Complex Trauma
Relationship Concerns and Adjustment to Major Life Transitions
Anxiety and Mood Concerns
Adolescent Mental Health (Ages 15+)
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Full registration as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Completed the Clinical Psychology program
PhD in Psychology, The University of Queensland
Master of Clinical Psychology, The University of Queensland
Bachelor of Psychological Science (Hons I), The University of Queensland
Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician (CEDC), ANZAED
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Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, including early morning appointments.
Accepting New Clients From January 2025.
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NDIS: Yes
WorkCover: No
Victim Assist: No
Age: 15 +