148-150 Pine Avenue, Mildura Victoria 3500, Australia
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Scott Shirren: Psychologist
I am a Registered Psychologist (Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency - PSY0002272992) holding a Masters degree in Psychology. I have had many years experience working within public and private organisations supporting clients across the lifespan both in Mildura and across Australia.
During my career, I have become proficient in a range of contemporary evidence-based therapies including Trauma Focussed Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), Solution Focussed Therapy (SFT), and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Therapy. In addition, I enjoy incorporating current approaches within Neuroscience and Play Therapy into my practice. I am experienced in working with children and teens and enjoy supporting clients from 5 years of age who may be experiencing a broad range of life challenges and mental health concerns.
Working from a strengths-based perspective, I value maintaining a strong therapeutic relationship and tailor my therapeutic approach according to my clients’ individual needs and personality. I relate to my clients with compassion, acceptance, safety and curiosity. I am passionate about instilling hope and resilience in the face of life’s challenges, propelling clients towards a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
Areas of experience and interest include:
- Mood Disorders (including Depression and Anxiety)
- Relationship/interpersonal difficulties
- Grief and loss (relationship break up, death of a loved one, life transitions)
- School related issues (stress management, critical incidents, academic performance, interpersonal challenges).
- Self-worth (perfectionism, procrastination, creating healthy boundaries and communication skills)
- Emotional regulation difficulties (irritability, anger management, fear, stress management).
- Unresolved childhood trauma
- Parenting challenges
- Child and Adolescent Mental Health (ages 5 upwards)
I am currently accepting bookings for children, adolescents and their families on Thursdays and Fridays.
Please Note: We have temporarily closed our waitlist for new clients requiring regular therapy in 2025.
We are still accepting new clients for psychological assessments on Wednesdays in 2025.