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Leslie Clark Schachte
Clinical Psychologist
BPsychSci(Hons) MPsychClin MAPS FCCLP MACPA
About Me
I have worked with people of all ages in community mental health and the public hospital system. My private practice currently focuses on adults. I am particularly interested in helping individuals explore their inner life to build a strong sense of self and compassionate self-view.In addition to my psychological training, I have a Master’s degree in Biology. This has fed my interest in neurobiology and understanding of brain processes which impact mental health
How I will work with you
My style is down-to-earth, supportive and person-focused. We will work together to establish a good therapeutic relationship built on respect and trust. I believe in using a strengths-based approach to address life’s challenges, mental health concerns and to establish a healthier, more satisfying life. The evidence-based treatment process will be guided by your values and goals.Treatment Focus:
- Anxiety
- Assertive Communication
- Building adaptive health behaviours
- Building self-esteem
- Exploring concerns about the self and personality
- Grief and loss
- Low mood
- Navigating the turning points of life
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Relationship issues
- Schizophrenia and related disorders
- Trauma
My therapeutic approaches:
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- EMDR
- Exposure Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Schema Therapy