Jessica Ward
Psychologist

The one thing that you have that nobody else has is you.”

Neil Gaiman

People are more powerful than they know; helping them seize that power is a vital step in the healing process.

 

 

Jessica is a psychologist who has a particular interest in working with neurodivergent adolescents and adults including ADHD, and those who have experienced trauma, helping them to thrive, adapt to and make sense of the challenges they face in the journey of life. By using a down to earth, empathetic and client focused approach, Jessica can help people understand their experiences and find new ways to operate in their world.

She values the therapeutic relationship and believes that building relationships is key to positive therapeutic outcomes. Jessica likes to be creative in therapy and appreciates the use of humour and joy as healing tools.

Jessica uses a fluid combination of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Positive Psychology, Solution Focused Therapy and psycho education to help guide people through a variety of challenges.

Jessica also loves to undertake assessments including ADHD, Psychoeducational Assessments, Intellectual Disabilities, and Intellectual Giftedness.

 

Outside the Therapy Room

I love spending time with my young family. Trips to the park, beach and playground are not uncommon, as we enjoy getting out and being active. One of my greatest pleasures in life is finding new restaurants and indulging in long dinners with my husband. I also love travelling and have taken the plunge of overseas travel with a toddler this past year. There is something truly transformative about getting outside of your comfort zone in a new place. 

I love to be creative! That usually takes the form of dancing, baking, painting or just colouring. Losing myself in the creative process is such an important experience for me. 

Booking appointments with Jess

Jess is in the clinic on Monday mornings, Tuesday evenings until 8pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays

P: 8166 7566