Dr Siobhán Seward-Swann
PhD Clinical Psychology, Bsc Psychology (Hons) Member of the APS
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Dr Siobhán Seward-Swann is a clinical psychologist and founder of All Brains Psychology. She has been working in psychology in the UK and Australia for over 15 years.
She completed her PhD in clinical psychology, focusing on how children with autism spectrum conditions learned therapeutic and educational skills from touch screen apps. Siobhán works with children, adolescents and adults with mental health difficulties and neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism and ADHD.
She has experience and knowledge with understanding the more unique female phenotype and presentation of autism and ADHD, and is skilled in assessments in such areas. Siobhán has experience in delivering presentations on neurodiversity in schools, lecturing on neurodevelopmental conditions and delivering group therapy and social skills groups in schools. Siobhán recently completed EMDR training in 2023.
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In her spare time she enjoys stand up paddle boarding, kayaking, zumba, and walks on the beach.
2006-2009
BSc Psychology (Hons)
University of Plymouth
UK
Siobhán completed her undergraduate training in psychology, in the beautiful south west coast of England, Plymouth, Devon.
2013-2020
PhD Clinical Psychology
Swinburne University
Hawthorn, Australia
Siobhán completed a combined Master's and PhD in clinical psychology in the leafy eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Hawthorn.
Her clinical placements included:
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The Alfred Hospital in the heart transplant and failure ward, and Inflammatory Bowel Diseases department helping patients with mental health issues and work around the brain - gut link;
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The Victoria Clinic - DBT program, ACT and mindfulness group therapy programs;
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Mecwacare Trescowthick Centre Residential home in Prahran - developed a reminiscence therapy program for older adults;
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The Swinburne Psychology Clinic- worked with adolescents and young adults with mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, social difficulties and relationship issues.
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Other clinical experience:
Siobhán worked at the Priory Group in the UK, helping people with mental health issues (depression & anxiety). She also worked with children, adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorder/ Asperger's in a residential school.
Education
Kate Badger
BBS(Psych), BPsych(Hons), MProfPsych, Member of APS and AAPI
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Kate is a friendly and compassionate registered psychologist with experience in providing therapy as well as cognitive, educational, and neurodevelopmental assessments (Autism and ADHD).
She focuses on building authentic and collaborative therapeutic relationships and creating a safe and judgement-free environment where clients feel comfortable sharing their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
She aims to help clients develop a greater understanding of themselves and feel empowered to overcome obstacles and make positive change.
Her treatment style utilises evidence-based techniques drawn predominantly from CBT and ACT for a variety of presentations including anxiety, depression, grief and loss, phobias, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, and stress.
Kate is neuroaffirming in her approach to assessments and aims to make the process as comfortable as possible.
Together with her clients, she explores their strengths and areas of difficulty in order to identify and customise strategies that can be used to support them in their daily lives.
She provides assessments for children, adolescents, and adults and is available for therapy with adolescents and adults.
In her spare time, Kate enjoys spending time with her friends and family, travelling, and walking along her local beach.
Graduated 2022
Monash University
Graduated 2019
Swinburne University
Graduated 2018
Swinburne University
Master of Professional Psychology
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Bachelor of Behavioural Studies (Psychology)
Education
Carly Crawford
Provisional registration (AHPRA), AAPI, MAPS,
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Carly understands the feelings of overwhelm, stress, loneliness, exhaustion and restlessness that all of us, as human beings, experience at times.
With a focus on growth and strengths, she supports people to navigate issues such as anxiety, stress, low mood, and trauma by exploring a broad range of factors including self-esteem, values, relationships, belonging, identity, social influences, transitions and physical health.
She seeks to create an environment where people are seen and heard without judgement, and recognises that for many of us, spending time in natural settings can help promote clarity, calm and connection.
Carly has experience working with neurodiversity, cultural diversity, and gender and sexual diversity, and draws on interventions such as CBT, ACT, internal family systems therapy and techniques related to EMDR. She works with adults, children and groups and has experience with a range of assessment tools and processes.
As a provisional psychologist registered with the Psychology Board of Australia, Carly's principal qualifications are a Master of Professional Psychology from La Trobe University and Deakin University's Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Pre-Practice). She has a career background in the field of communications and mental health advocacy.
Away from work, Carly enjoys spending time with her children, swimming in the ocean, listening to music and being in bare feet.
Graduated 2023
La Tobe University
Graduated 2021
Deakin University
Graduated 2001
University of Queensland
Masters of Professional Psychology
Graduate Diploma of Psychology, Pre - Practice
Bachelor of Journalism
Education
Michela Burke
BSc (hons), MProfPsych, MAPS
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Michela is a registered psychologist who strives to create a warm, supportive space where curiosity, reflection, and self-exploration can flourish.
She aims to empower her clients to move in directions that align with their values, identify their strengths, and navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and clarity. Through establishing a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship, challenges that initially feel overwhelming can become more manageable and easier to face.
Michela helps her clients navigate a range of presentations such as anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, panic attacks, neurodivergence and relationship difficulties. She draws on frameworks such as CBT, ACT, CPT and schema therapy. She works with adults and adolescents, and incorporates the use of a range of assessment tools and processes.
Michela’s principal qualifications are a Master of Professional Psychology from Monash University and a Bachelor of Arts with Honours at Melbourne University and Swinburne University. She has a background in teaching English as a Second Language and has volunteered working with women affected by domestic violence.
In her spare time, Michela enjoys playing the piano, learning new languages, and trying out new recipes.
Alyssa Dugosija
MPsych(Clin), MProfPsych, BPsych(Hons), BSocSc(Psychology & Forensic Science), MAPS
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Alyssa is a registered psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults. She is passionate about providing neuroaffirming and trauma-informed care, supporting her clients to reach their own goals.
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Alyssa uses CBT, DBT, ACT, Play Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing techniques, enabling her to tailor her approach according to her clients’ needs and preferences.
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Alyssa has a wide range of clinical interests. In particular, she has experience in areas such as neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, emotion regulation and co-regulation, interpersonal difficulties, and behavioural difficulties.
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Alyssa is passionate about thorough assessment in order to identify underlying reasons for her clients’ difficulties, promoting self-compassion and understanding.
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Outside of work, Alyssa enjoys taking her puppy on adventures, trying out cafes, and listening to audiobooks and podcasts.
