Individual Treatment | Lucie Swaffield Psychology

Treatment principles

Evidence Based Quality

Lucie has undergone extensive training as a therapist beyond the minimum psychology registration requirements.

For trauma and long-standing issues, Lucie uses Schema Therapy and integrates techniques drawn from:

Eye Movement Desensitisation Therapy (EMDR) Advanced Level 2
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Advanced
Acceptance Commitment Therapy
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
Cognitive Processing Therapy
Mentalisation Therapy

For coping with the present and planning for the future, Lucie uses:

Motivational Interviewing
Solutions Focused Therapy
Bereavement Counselling
Risk and Safety Planning

Understanding Your Situation

Sometimes therapy is not about change, more about how to keep living with loss or other transitions.

Sometimes change needs to happen fast, because the stakes are high, or there are safety concerns.

As a Forensic Psychologist, Lucie has unique skills for working on complex problems, including when the law is involved.

As a Clinical Psychologist, Lucie is now recognised by Medicare and AHPRA to treat complex mental health conditions.

*Lucie is a supporter of diversity in the psychology profession including review of the two-tiered system for Australian Psychologists.

Inclusion and Safety

Lucie is experienced working with people from diverse backgrounds including First Nations, Cultural/Linguistic Diversity and LGBTIQ+ community. Survivors of childhood sexual abuse and other adversity will find a welcoming place.

Lucie is very comfortable if you are unsure if you want help or feel pressured into treatment.