Stephen O'Malley
Professional Summary
Stephen is an experienced Registered Psychologist with expertise across clinical mental health, rehabilitation, disability, cognitive assessment and trauma-informed care. He works with adults presenting with a broad range of psychological concerns and has experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges, mental health conditions and recovery following significant life events.
His practice is collaborative and person-centred, creating a safe, respectful space where clients can better understand their experiences, build on their strengths and develop practical strategies to improve their emotional wellbeing and quality of life.
Support Offered
Stephen supports adults experiencing:
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety disorders
- Depression and mood disorders
- Grief and loss
- Neurodivergent support
- Relationship and couples concerns
- Drug and alcohol issues
- Student wellbeing
- Cognitive assessment
- Rehabilitation and disability support
- Behavioural support
- Critical incident support and debriefing
He also works with clients seeking assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning, supporting individuals to better understand their mental health and identify evidence-based pathways to recovery.
Therapeutic Approach
Stephen provides evidence-based, trauma-informed therapy tailored to each client's individual needs and goals. He works collaboratively to help clients understand their experiences, strengthen resilience and develop practical skills that support meaningful and sustainable change.
His therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapies, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Trauma-Informed Practice. He also provides psychometric and cognitive assessment services and has additional training in Emotionally Focused Therapy (Annandale Approach).
Experience Supporting
Stephen works with:
- Adults experiencing trauma and PTSD
- People living with anxiety and depression
- Neurodivergent individuals
- Couples and relationship concerns
- Students
- Veterans and Defence personnel
- People living with disability
- Individuals requiring rehabilitation support
- Clients experiencing substance use concerns
- First Nations communities, including experience working in the Kimberley region
Qualifications & Accreditation
- Registered Psychologist
- AHPRA Board Approved Supervisor
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (Annandale Approach)
- Psychometric Assessment
- Cognitive Assessment
Personal Approach
"I believe therapy works best when people feel genuinely heard, respected and supported. My approach is warm, collaborative and strengths-based, helping clients understand their challenges, build confidence and develop practical strategies to create meaningful and lasting change."
Frequently asked questions
We process Medicare rebates directly on your behalf on the day of your appointment. Eligibility strictly requires a valid GP referral or Mental Health Care Plan.
Yes. Psychology sessions are confidential and delivered in line with professional and ethical obligations, with appropriate clinical governance in place.
All psychology sessions are delivered via secure telehealth.
Sessions are booked and paid for through our secure online booking system. Payment is made at the time of booking and a receipt is provided after your session.
Yes. Psychology involves clinical assessment and therapy delivered by psychologists. Coaching and wellbeing support are non clinical and focus on development and support rather than therapy.
We ask for at least 24 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule your session. Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice may incur a fee, unless there are exceptional circumstances.
We provide individual mental health support and psychological therapy for people experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood,trauma, work related challenges and life transitions.
Our psychology services are delivered by a team of fully registered and provisional psychologists. Provisional psychologists work under appropriate supervision in line with professional and ethical requirements.
