Samantha Cotterell

HEALTH PSYCHOLOGIST – BSc (Hons), MPsych (Health) Assoc. MAPS, FCHP

HEALTH PSYCHOLOGIST

Bachelor of Psychology – University of Western Australia; Honours of Psychology – Bond University; Maters of Health Psychology – University of Western Australia. Member of Australian Psychology Society (MAPS), Fellow of the College of Health Psychology.

ABOUT ME

My name is Sam, and I am a Health Psychologist who offers empathetic and caring, evidence-based treatments for a range of psychological problems. I moved from Western Australia to the Gold Coast in 2017. What I love most about living hear is the sun, beach and community of people. I work hard with my clients to achieve their personal goals and increase their overall quality of life.

My Therapeutic Approach

I use a range of treatments, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), and Solution Focused Therapy. I am qualified to administer various psychological assessments (including formal cognitive and behavioural assessments for children and adults).

I am equipped to work with individuals with complex health issues. I also have a passion for music (with over a decade of experience in teaching piano) and love to explore the benefits that music can have in a therapeutic setting.

Am I a fit for you?

Finding a psychologist can be tough, and ensuring you have the right fit is incredibly important to maximising your therapeutic outcomes. My room is a judgement free zone, and I pride myself on offering a warming, respectful and multifaceted approach to improving health and wellbeing of my clients.

I work with the following presentations:

I see clients with stress, adjustment, depression, anxiety, grief, and loss-related issues. I also work with clients in the following areas:

Depression and Low Mood
Suicide Ideation and Self Harm
Anxiety and worry (including social anxiety, specific phobias, panic disorders, and generalised anxiety)
Stress Management
Low self-esteem
Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD (treatment and management)
Sleep Disorders
Distress Tolerance
Adjustment and Coping with Complex Medical Problems

People I work with:

I work with:

Children
Adolescents
Adults
NDIS
Work Cover and Insurance
First responders, ADF and DVA members
Medicare
Private Health

Samantha Cotterell

HEALTH PSYCHOLOGIST

ABOUT ME

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