Our Team


Your dedicated team of friendly psychologists

All of our psychologists have years of experience and extensive training enabling them to assess and treat children, adolescents and adults over a wide range of psychological issues. As a large group practice in Penrith, ProActive Psychology has helped parents, families, businesses, couples, and individuals to regain their clarity.

Our psychologists have developed their areas of special interest through ongoing professional development, education, and skills training. Fully registered and accredited, our psychologists all provide effective, constructive, and practical psychological intervention. 

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SAM EVANS

Sam has extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, and elderly clients in the areas of anxiety, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, binge eating disorder and weight management issues, OCD, stress management, and workplace issues. She has a particular interest in navigation of intimate relationship and familial problems. Sam uses a combination of cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, psychoeducation, mindfulness, interpersonal therapy strategies and skills training to assist with client’s treatment needs. She is also a WorkCover registered provider and WDO sponsor. Sam holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and is endorsed as a Clinical Psychologist.

NICK FORMOSA

Nick has provided clinical interventions to individuals with various mental health concerns for over 5 years including anxiety, depression,  suicide, trauma, drugs and alcohol and problem behaviours. He incorporates evidenced-based therapies for children, adolescents and adults including cognitive behaviour therapy, mindfulness and applied behaviour analysis.  He also has prior experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and in the provision of psychological assessments and reports for educational and forensic matters. He holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and is endorsed as a Clinical Psychologist.

KATHRYN GRAY

Kathryn has extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults in the areas of anxiety, depression, grief, problem behaviours and parenting skills. She also has a special interest in the treatment and assessment of intellectual and learning disabilities. Kathryn uses a combination of applied behaviour therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, psycho-education and skills training. She is currently completing a Masters of Clinical Psychology and is a Registered Psychologist.

ELYCE GREENAWAY

Elyce works with adults and adolescents in the assessment and treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorder, anger, grief, and loss. She has an interest in women's health and is qualified to provide perinatal support counselling under Medicare. Elyce has a decade of experience as a WorkCover registered provider and an excellent knowledge of chronic pain and management of psychological workplace injuries. She is also an experienced career practitioner. Elyce utilises cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, and skills training. Elyce also applies solution focused brief therapy strategies for EAP. She holds a bachelor's degree in social science majoring in psychology and postgraduate diploma in psychology and is endorsed as a registered psychologist.

THEA GUMBERT

Thea has spent over a decade working in mental health, with diverse experience in clinical, forensic, and disability settings in the private and public sectors. In addition to providing individual and group treatment for a range of clinical presentations, particularly mood and anxiety disorders, Thea has extensive experience in assessment services, including providing medico-legal assessments, expert opinion in criminal trials, and evaluating intellectual and learning disabilities. She is also an APS-accredited Autism provider, with many years' experience working with children, adolescents, and adults on the Autism Spectrum and with related disorders. Thea holds a Masters in forensic psychology and is currently a PhD candidate at the University of New South Wales.

MITCH O'BRIEN

Mitch works with adults in the assessment and treatment of anxiety, stress, and depression. He has a particular interest in anxiety disorders and highly sensitive people (HSP). He also sees clients in relation to executive, life and career coaching. Mitch integrates a variety of treatment modalities including cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, internal family systems and skills training. He holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology and is endorsed as a Clinical Psychologist.

KYLIE PENNINGS

Kylie has a special interest in mood disorders, anxiety, adjustment disorders, suicidal behaviours, eating disorders and self-harm. Kylie has worked as a Psychologist in acute community mental health for 25 years, she works with adolescents and adults and is also an accredited WorkCover treatment provider. Kylie’s approach encompasses cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, mindfulness, and is an accredited EMDR practitioner. Kylie has a bachelor’s degree in counselling, a post graduate diploma in psychology and is a board approved supervisor for psychologists.

MELISSA TOH

Melissa has experience providing interventions to individuals with symptoms of depression, anxiety and trauma; and those who have problems with aggression. She delivers evidence-based therapies including cognitive behaviour therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy and solution focused brief therapy. She is also skilled in Report Writing, Assessment, Psychometrics, and Research. Melissa is a registered psychologist with a Master of Forensic Psychology from UNSW. 

CHRISTINE WEBSTER

Christine has worked in mental health for over 10 years and is particularly interested in the areas of depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicide. Christine employs a range of treatment modalities including cognitive behaviour therapy, psycho-education, dialectical behaviour, acceptance and commitment therapy, skills training and mindfulness. Christine works with children, adolescents and adults and is also a WorkCover registered provider. Christine can conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and provide written reports including forensic assessments for criminal matters. She holds a master’s degree in clinical psychology, and is endorsed as a Clinical Psychologist.

ADMIN TEAM

At Proactive Psychology our admin team are your first point of contact. Our reception staff are available to assist you with any enquiries and help you choose the most appropriate psychologist for your needs. If you have any queries regarding our services, fees, referral requirements or availability of appointments please do not hesitate to call.
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