Phillippa Dean

Pip is a Clinical Psychologist, registered with both the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and the New Zealand Psychologists Board (NZPB). She is also a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, a Master of Science in Forensic Psychology, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Psychology.

Pip believes that therapy is a collaborative partnership. She takes a curious, empathetic, and validating approach to understanding her clients’ needs and worldviews. For her, therapy is an opportunity to work with clients on cultivating self-awareness, building resilience, and developing practical tools for meaningful change.

Whether clients are seeking support for short-term goals or pursuing deeper personal growth, Pip works with them to create a personalised treatment plan tailored to their unique needs. She draws from evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT).

Pip is experienced in working with clients on a range of psychological needs. These include challenges with mood (e.g., anxiety, depression), trauma responses (e.g., PTSD), substance and alcohol use, relationship and family harm, eating behaviours, emotional regulation and stress management.

When she is not in the office, Pip has an appetite for adventure. You will find her diving, travelling, hiking or camping in the great outdoors. She never misses an opportunity to soak up the sun.