What is ACT?
ACT stands for Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which is a cognitive behavioural therapy that incorporates mindfulness and behaviour change techniques. ACT offers the client an opportunity to start living the life they want to live, rather than having to constantly battle unpleasant thoughts and feelings.
Our Psychologists provide a confidential, high quality service for all age groups, including mothers and babies, children, adolescents, and adults.
The ACT Centre is a psychology practice in Adelaide located 3 minutes from the CBD
Our Psychologists have experience in many areas, including:
Depression
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Relationship difficulties and marriage counselling
Drug and alcohol issues
Gambling addictions
Stress
Parenting difficulties
Antenatal and postnatal depression
Child and adolescent school, emotional, and health difficulties
Chronic pain and health issues
Refugee and migrant mental health
Aboriginal mental health
Adelaide Psychology Services
Throughout our lives we face personal and professional situations that are difficult to manage on our own. These situations can lead us to struggle with how we function day to day, our relationships, along with our own thoughts and feelings.
Our psychologists hold at least a Masters or Doctorate level of postgraduate University studies (6-8 years of training) to assist people in managing these situations. They work with consumers and families to develop strategies that apply to their everyday lives. The outcome of this work is for a client to create a life that has meaning, fulfillment, and value.
This work is different to simply receiving counselling. A psychologist will help you step back and explore the issues you are facing, and then assist you in applying evidence based techniques to manage these difficulties.
It is a compassionate, collaborative, and productive process that will help you with whatever challenge you are facing.
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CALD Clients
The ACT Centre is committed to providing a service for all consumers, including those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background. The ACT Centre staff continue to undergo professional development and training in this area, and maintain contact with key services and stakeholders from the CALD community.
For resources specific to the CALD community see:
Our Team
All of our Registered Psychologists hold at least a Masters or Doctorate level of postgraduate University studies (6-8 years of training).
Dr Emma Towers (nee Hanieh)
Principal Clinical Psychologist
Emma has worked in mental health for over 20 years, and sees patients of all ages, she has a particular interest in:
- Child and adolescent mental health
- School stress and school refusal
- Antenatal and postnatal mental health issues
- Aboriginal mental health
- Paediatric pain and chronic health issues
- Parenting difficulties
- Relationship issues
Ms Minette Emery
Clinical Psychologist
Minette has 20 years of experience in mental health and sees adult clients, holding a particular interest in:
- Living with chronic illness or injury
- Grief and loss
- Depression and anxiety
- Trauma work related stress
Mr Shane Curley
Clinical Psychologist
Shane has worked in counselling and health for over 16 years, he sees patients of all ages and has particular interests in:
- Depression and anxiety
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mental health
- Men’s health
- Parenting challenging behaviour of children and adolescents
Mr Matthew Ferber
Clinical Psychologist
Matthew has worked in mental health and family support roles for over 9 years in non-government, government, and private settings. He works with children, youth, adults and families and has a particular interest in:
- Anxiety and depression
- Parenting challenges and child-caregiver relationships
- Youth with complex needs
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Parental Alienation
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mental health
- Personality disorders and clients impacted by trauma
Mr Adrian Green
Registered Psychologist
Adrian has worked in mental health for over 5 years and sees clients of all ages. He
has a particular interest in:
- Anxiety and depression
- PTSD and trauma-related concerns
- Substance use issues
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mental health
- Supporting young people with complex needs
- Stress, adjustment, and relationship difficulties
