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Meet the Team

At Hunter Psychological Services, our team is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to support your mental health journey. With a wide range of special interests and areas of expertise, our psychologists work collaboratively with clients to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Get to know the individuals who are here to help you every step of the way.

Isabella Young

Clinical Psychologist Registrar BPsych (Hons), MClinPsych, MAPS
Isabella values therapy as a reflective process, grounded in connection, curiosity, and understanding. She guides clients to develop insight and practical skills using CBT, ACT, EMDR, and Motivational Interviewing. Isabella works alongside children, adolescents, and adults, with experience across school settings, public health services, and the drug and alcohol sector. She has a particular interest in trauma, anxiety, and assisting individuals facing high expectations or significant life changes.

Paula Garcia

Psychologist BA(Psych), MAPS
Paula’s style is warm, collaborative, and adaptable; she’ll work with you to identify what’s holding you back and find practical ways to overcome those barriers using approaches such as CBT, ACT and Psychodynamic Therapy. With experience across all life stages (including children/infants), she has expertise in Autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma and family challenges. She also provides tailored support for migrants and culturally diverse individuals facing adjustment and identity issues.
Additional Languages Spoken: Spanish

Zahra Hamoud

Psychologist MAPS
Zahra fosters a therapeutic environment where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to explore and resolve their psychological conflicts. Zahra genuinely focuses on helping people dealing with mental health concerns such as mood disorders, trauma, relationship and sexual issues, life transition and crises. Zahra’s approach is integrative and client-centred, combining CBT, DBT, ACT, solution-oriented therapy, Schema therapy, narratives therapy and Trauma-informed care.
Additional Languages Spoken: French

Liana Riddington

Psychologist MProfPsych, MAAPi

Liana understands the importance of creating a safe and open space where clients feel empowered to choose their own treatment path. With a particular passion for working with clients experiencing PTSD, anxiety, and OCD, she uses evidence-based therapies such as Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and CBT to guide her clients toward recovery.

Timothy Hatfield

Clinical Psychologist Registrar BA(Psych)Hons, MAAPi

Timothy is passionate about guiding clients through their mental health struggles by collaboratively exploring their history and current experiences. He has a special interest in emotional, interpersonal, and psychological concerns, including anxiety, ADHD, autism, and depression. Timothy draws on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and psychodynamic therapy to help clients navigate life transitions and improve their mental health.

Tristen Hatch

Psychologist BA(Psych)Hons, MAPS

Tristen takes a client-centred approach, ensuring that each individual is the expert of their own life and the driver of their treatment goals. She has experience working with clients of all ages and has a focused interest in supporting those with anxiety, self-esteem issues, depression, and body image concerns. Tristen utilises evidence-based therapies like CBT, ACT, and mindfulness to assist clients in overcoming challenges and building resilience.

Liz Williams

Clinical Psychologist / Clinical Lead BPsych(Hons), MClinPsych

Liz is passionate about building therapeutic relationships based on trust and collaboration. She has worked with a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and personality disorders. Liz has completed extensive training in EMDR, including with dissociation, attachment injuries, and integrating IFS with EMDR. She is also trained in DBT, ERP for OCD, CBT, and Schema therapy.

Victoria (Viki) Quigg

Clinical Psychologist / Owner BA(Psych)Hons, MClinPsych MAPS

Viki believes in empowering clients to set their own goals and be the creators of their positive outcomes. With extensive experience in treating trauma, including PTSD, Complex PTSD, and Dissociative Disorders, Viki integrates a variety of therapeutic approaches, including EMDR. Her authenticity and commitment to building real, honest relationships with clients are the foundation of her practice.

Administration Team

Our dedicated administration team ensures the smooth day-to-day running of the clinic, providing support to both clients and clinicians.
Amber
Practice Manager, MAAPM
Amber is our highly skilled Practice Manager, overseeing clinic operations and assisting clients with her extensive knowledge of Medicare and practice management.
Brooke
Administration
Brooke is someone who takes pride in her work. Her friendly presence and organisational skills ensure clients feel cared for from their first point of contact.
Savannah
Administration
Savannah brings a warm and approachable presence to the front desk, ensuring clients feel comfortable and supported whether they connect with the clinic in person or over the phone.

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  • 02 4086 7232
  • Suite 1/45 Pearson Street
    Charlestown, NSW, 2290
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New Clinicians Available

We'd love to welcome Isabella Young, Zahra Hamoud & Cynthia (Cindy) Wang to the team!

Our experienced psychologists Isabella, Zahra & Cindy are now welcoming new clients. Expertise includes anxiety, trauma, ADHD, eating disorders, bipolar and more. Our new clinicians can also offer therapy in a second language! Zahra offers sessions in French and Cindy in Mandarin. Book your appointment today!

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