RACHEL POLLARD

BArts (Psychology), Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science, Masters of Clinical Psychology

Rachel is a Registered Psychologist (Clinical Registrar) who has completed a Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) at the Australian Catholic University (ACU), and both a Graduate Diploma of Psychological Science and Master of Psychology (Clinical) at Bond University. She holds full registration as a psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi).   

Rachel’s approach to treatment is trauma informed, warm, and non-judgemental. She ensures compassionate, empathetic care, regardless of presentation or concern. Rachel enjoys working with clients across the life span, delivering both individual and group-based therapy. She has previous experience working in both education and private practice settings.

In her clinical work, Rachel utilises a range of evidence-based treatment modalities, dependent on each client’s unique needs. Predominantly practicing within Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) frameworks, Rachel also draws upon other modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy-Enhanced (CBT-E), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) to foster meaningful, long-lasting change.

While Rachel has experience supporting individuals with both acute and chronic mental health conditions, including neurodevelopmental disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, adjustment disorder, and bereavement, grief, and loss, she also works with individuals who are simply motivated to improve their overall wellbeing and quality of life. This may include support in managing stress, improving sleep, regulating emotion, managing pain, setting boundaries, developing self-esteem, or navigating difficult relationships.

Tuesday and Thursday: 8am-10am

Friday: 9am-5pm

Available to see new clients.