Chronic Pain Psychologists and Therapists in West Perth, WA

Travis Boehm
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
4 Endorsed
West Perth, WA 6005
I am a registered psychologist providing therapeutic support for adolescents and adults, neurodivergent individuals, individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex workplace stressors, grief & loss and those leaving high demand religions. I provide comprehensive psychological assessments across the lifespan, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), intellectual disabilities, personality disorders, memory, and age-related changes. I also provide EMDR and Clinical Hypnosis.
I am a registered psychologist providing therapeutic support for adolescents and adults, neurodivergent individuals, individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex workplace stressors, grief & loss and those leaving high demand religions. I provide comprehensive psychological assessments across the lifespan, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), intellectual disabilities, personality disorders, memory, and age-related changes. I also provide EMDR and Clinical Hypnosis.
(08) 6171 3236 View (08) 6171 3236
Hannah McBride
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
West Perth, WA 6005
People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons. Some people seek support for challenges like anxiety, stress, or trauma. Others might feel like something is off-balance or just plain stuck. Whether you’re carrying something heavy, seeking growth, or looking for relief, therapy is a safe place to start. I'm Hannah, a Registered Psychologist experienced in supporting adults, teens, and children. My style is warm, curious, and practical, creating a space where moments of heaviness, openness, and even humour are all welcome.
People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons. Some people seek support for challenges like anxiety, stress, or trauma. Others might feel like something is off-balance or just plain stuck. Whether you’re carrying something heavy, seeking growth, or looking for relief, therapy is a safe place to start. I'm Hannah, a Registered Psychologist experienced in supporting adults, teens, and children. My style is warm, curious, and practical, creating a space where moments of heaviness, openness, and even humour are all welcome.
(08) 6120 1272 View (08) 6120 1272
Cara Mayne
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
West Perth, WA 6005
I am a compassionate and caring clinician who is passionate about supporting young people and adults in overcoming their challenges, identifying their strengths, and giving them the tools to thrive. I seek to deliver a collaborative, person-centred, and solution-focused therapy in which clients feel comfortable and supported to overcome their challenges, achieve their goals, and gain insight and tools to develop healthy patterns of behaviour. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, and adults and I provide a range of evidence-based interventions.
I am a compassionate and caring clinician who is passionate about supporting young people and adults in overcoming their challenges, identifying their strengths, and giving them the tools to thrive. I seek to deliver a collaborative, person-centred, and solution-focused therapy in which clients feel comfortable and supported to overcome their challenges, achieve their goals, and gain insight and tools to develop healthy patterns of behaviour. I have a passion for working with children, adolescents, and adults and I provide a range of evidence-based interventions.
(08) 6361 2958 View (08) 6361 2958
Emily Thornhill
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
My clients value the trusting therapeutic relationship we build as we explore their emotional pain.
Many people I work with are thoughtful, capable individuals who hold themselves to very high standards, yet privately feel anxious, burnt out, or self-critical. Deciding to speak to a psychologist can take real courage, especially when you’re used to being the one others rely on. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, and the deeper issues caused by traumatic experiences. I am trained in EMDR, which can help people process and move forward from experiences that continue to feel unresolved or intrusive.
My clients value the trusting therapeutic relationship we build as we explore their emotional pain.
Many people I work with are thoughtful, capable individuals who hold themselves to very high standards, yet privately feel anxious, burnt out, or self-critical. Deciding to speak to a psychologist can take real courage, especially when you’re used to being the one others rely on. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, and the deeper issues caused by traumatic experiences. I am trained in EMDR, which can help people process and move forward from experiences that continue to feel unresolved or intrusive.
(08) 6219 3447 View (08) 6219 3447
Amanda Oliver
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
1 Endorsed
West Perth, WA 6005
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist specialising in adolescents & adults. Formerly a high school teacher, I have a natural ability to quickly develop relationships with teenagers and specialise in complex issues often affecting adolescents and their families. These issues often recur in adult relationships affecting daily life. By processing and understanding the past, it opens up a way to be able to move forward & improve current relations. I am passionate about not just alleviating symptoms but helping you to understand and resolve patterns of behaviour. Working together, we determine goals and the direction of your therapy.
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist specialising in adolescents & adults. Formerly a high school teacher, I have a natural ability to quickly develop relationships with teenagers and specialise in complex issues often affecting adolescents and their families. These issues often recur in adult relationships affecting daily life. By processing and understanding the past, it opens up a way to be able to move forward & improve current relations. I am passionate about not just alleviating symptoms but helping you to understand and resolve patterns of behaviour. Working together, we determine goals and the direction of your therapy.
(08) 7079 4452 View (08) 7079 4452
Brian Allen and Associates
Psychologist, MAPS
West Perth, WA 6005
As a mature person I have the benefit of my own life experience as well as my many years of professional practice that I can draw upon. This has enabled me to help many people to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships and to cope with and overcome the traumas and challenges that life eventually presents to all of us.
As a mature person I have the benefit of my own life experience as well as my many years of professional practice that I can draw upon. This has enabled me to help many people to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships and to cope with and overcome the traumas and challenges that life eventually presents to all of us.
(08) 9121 1016 View (08) 9121 1016
Anita Smith
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
West Perth, WA 6005
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience providing counselling and therapy to adults and adolescents. My approach is client-centred, placing strong value on the therapeutic relationship as a space where it is safe to laugh and cry, while learning how to respond differently to yourself and to others. Every person is unique and every situation is unique, so I utilise a variety of evidence-based therapies, tailoring therapy to you and your needs.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with experience providing counselling and therapy to adults and adolescents. My approach is client-centred, placing strong value on the therapeutic relationship as a space where it is safe to laugh and cry, while learning how to respond differently to yourself and to others. Every person is unique and every situation is unique, so I utilise a variety of evidence-based therapies, tailoring therapy to you and your needs.
(08) 6206 8980 View (08) 6206 8980
Dr Amanda Chng
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
In my practice, I am passionate about helping clients who have experienced traumatic events, complex histories, life transitions and adjustments, complex pain, and major health and medical challenges.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience in private and public mental health settings. I work with EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy and Humanistic Existential approaches using evidence based treatments selected to target the needs and goals of each individual client I work with.
In my practice, I am passionate about helping clients who have experienced traumatic events, complex histories, life transitions and adjustments, complex pain, and major health and medical challenges.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience in private and public mental health settings. I work with EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy and Humanistic Existential approaches using evidence based treatments selected to target the needs and goals of each individual client I work with.
(08) 6490 9074 View (08) 6490 9074
Lara Bertolino
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My roles in the public system were in health psychology; particularly chronic pain management and trauma rehabilitation.
My ideal client would prefer therapy outside in nature, instead of in a clinical consulting room! They know that time in nature is a big part of how they self-regulate, but are struggling to incorporate it. They may be burnt out, anxious, depressed, neurodiverse, or simply feeling lost. Their painful thoughts, feelings, past experiences, and patterns of behaviour are interfering with their path. They would like a supportive therapist to walk alongside them as they figure it out; someone to provide some nudges of direction and new skills, but also trust them to use their internal resources and personal values to guide their way.
My roles in the public system were in health psychology; particularly chronic pain management and trauma rehabilitation.
My ideal client would prefer therapy outside in nature, instead of in a clinical consulting room! They know that time in nature is a big part of how they self-regulate, but are struggling to incorporate it. They may be burnt out, anxious, depressed, neurodiverse, or simply feeling lost. Their painful thoughts, feelings, past experiences, and patterns of behaviour are interfering with their path. They would like a supportive therapist to walk alongside them as they figure it out; someone to provide some nudges of direction and new skills, but also trust them to use their internal resources and personal values to guide their way.
(08) 6490 9982 View (08) 6490 9982
Sonia Scussel
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
Are you feeling disconnected in your relationships, overwhelmed, or weighed down by a sense of emptiness? Anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, loss, or past experiences can resurface in ways that affect your sense of safety, trust, and connection. These moments can leave you feeling stuck or emotionally drained. I offer a safe, supportive space to explore what’s happening, gain clarity, and develop practical ways forward. Together, we can gently identify unhelpful patterns and strengthen resilience toward a more meaningful and grounded life.
Are you feeling disconnected in your relationships, overwhelmed, or weighed down by a sense of emptiness? Anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, loss, or past experiences can resurface in ways that affect your sense of safety, trust, and connection. These moments can leave you feeling stuck or emotionally drained. I offer a safe, supportive space to explore what’s happening, gain clarity, and develop practical ways forward. Together, we can gently identify unhelpful patterns and strengthen resilience toward a more meaningful and grounded life.
(08) 7078 8335 View (08) 7078 8335
Liana Quinn
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Serves Area
Liana is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a double degree in Counselling and Applied Psychology from The University of Notre Dame Australia, with 20 years’ experience supporting people with a range of mental health and emotional challenges, such as depression, anxiety, panic disorder, stress, bipolar disorder, psychosis, substance use and trauma. Liana provides a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where clients feel heard and supported. She helps develop practical strategies, build resilience and create meaningful change. Liana has a private practice in Mount Lawley and also works at Abbotsford Private Hospital.
Liana is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with a double degree in Counselling and Applied Psychology from The University of Notre Dame Australia, with 20 years’ experience supporting people with a range of mental health and emotional challenges, such as depression, anxiety, panic disorder, stress, bipolar disorder, psychosis, substance use and trauma. Liana provides a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where clients feel heard and supported. She helps develop practical strategies, build resilience and create meaningful change. Liana has a private practice in Mount Lawley and also works at Abbotsford Private Hospital.
0411 230 333 View 0411 230 333
Heidi M Smith
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Do you feel stuck, weighed down by emotional concerns, or caught in relationship conflicts that keep repeating? I'm Heidi Smith, and my clients are seeking deeper, lasting change. I understand that if you have a history of trauma or stressful events, simple coping strategies aren't always enough. Real healing means resolving deep emotional triggers and shifting negative beliefs about yourself and the world. Using evidence-based therapies like EMDR, CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, Attachment theory, and acceptance and committment therapy, we will work together to process the past and break these cycles so you can finally move forward
Do you feel stuck, weighed down by emotional concerns, or caught in relationship conflicts that keep repeating? I'm Heidi Smith, and my clients are seeking deeper, lasting change. I understand that if you have a history of trauma or stressful events, simple coping strategies aren't always enough. Real healing means resolving deep emotional triggers and shifting negative beliefs about yourself and the world. Using evidence-based therapies like EMDR, CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, Attachment theory, and acceptance and committment therapy, we will work together to process the past and break these cycles so you can finally move forward
(08) 6490 9095 View (08) 6490 9095
Interconnect Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, AAFT
Serves Area
Families, couples and individuals seek my services because they want help to express and explore difficult thoughts and emotions safely, they want to understand each other’s experiences and views, appreciate each other’s needs, build on strengths and make useful changes in their relationships and their lives. My clients often comment that my sessions have provided them an opportunity to reflect on themselves and how they interact in their relationships which helps them understand their own behaviours better, thus finding ways forward - either as an individual or as a couple and family.
Families, couples and individuals seek my services because they want help to express and explore difficult thoughts and emotions safely, they want to understand each other’s experiences and views, appreciate each other’s needs, build on strengths and make useful changes in their relationships and their lives. My clients often comment that my sessions have provided them an opportunity to reflect on themselves and how they interact in their relationships which helps them understand their own behaviours better, thus finding ways forward - either as an individual or as a couple and family.
(08) 7701 9554 View (08) 7701 9554
Mauro Lorrai
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Serves Area
I am a senior Clinical Psychotherapist/Counsellor 4 Level, a Certified Transactional Analyst (with the European Association for Transactional Analysis), an EMDR Therapist (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and a qualified Hypnotherapist with ASHWA (Australian Society of Hypnosis Western Australia Branch Inc).
I am a senior Clinical Psychotherapist/Counsellor 4 Level, a Certified Transactional Analyst (with the European Association for Transactional Analysis), an EMDR Therapist (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and a qualified Hypnotherapist with ASHWA (Australian Society of Hypnosis Western Australia Branch Inc).
(08) 6490 9762 View (08) 6490 9762

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Ellis Brook Therapies
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
1 Endorsed
Martin, WA 6110
My approach is based upon empathy and understanding, allowing clients to navigate their pain and uncertainty.
I'm committed to ongoing learning in therapeutic approaches, specialising in Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioural, Solution-Focused, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I focus on understanding your experience, reframing challenges, and fostering motivation. Together, we’ll identify strategies, create a personalised pathway to healing and empowerment.
My approach is based upon empathy and understanding, allowing clients to navigate their pain and uncertainty.
I'm committed to ongoing learning in therapeutic approaches, specialising in Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioural, Solution-Focused, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I focus on understanding your experience, reframing challenges, and fostering motivation. Together, we’ll identify strategies, create a personalised pathway to healing and empowerment.
(08) 9329 3353 View (08) 9329 3353
Tia Ven- Support For Anxiety & Chronic Pain
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Online Only
Do you find yourself constantly worrying, overthinking, feeling on edge, or living with chronic pain that's affecting your daily life?
It can be frightening not knowing whether, what you're feeling is normal, and whether you would recover. This is where I step in, I aim to help you understand your anxiety and work with you to overcome your anxiety. To help you overcome your Anxiety and manage your pain, I draw on evidence-based therapies such as CBT, schema, ACT, and mindfulness.
Do you find yourself constantly worrying, overthinking, feeling on edge, or living with chronic pain that's affecting your daily life?
It can be frightening not knowing whether, what you're feeling is normal, and whether you would recover. This is where I step in, I aim to help you understand your anxiety and work with you to overcome your anxiety. To help you overcome your Anxiety and manage your pain, I draw on evidence-based therapies such as CBT, schema, ACT, and mindfulness.
(02) 8105 5377 View (02) 8105 5377
Morrison James McQueen
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Perth, WA 6000
With extensive experience in treating chronic pain, anxiety, PTSD, and mood issues in adults and teens, Morrison brings his psychological experience from across the private and government settings to each individual's unique situation.
With extensive experience in treating chronic pain, anxiety, PTSD, and mood issues Morrison works with each individual client to draw on their strengths and insight for lasting change. Mindfulness based Cognitive therapy, Schema therapy, A.C.T, and Metacognitive therapy form the basis of evidence based treatments used with most clients.
With extensive experience in treating chronic pain, anxiety, PTSD, and mood issues in adults and teens, Morrison brings his psychological experience from across the private and government settings to each individual's unique situation.
With extensive experience in treating chronic pain, anxiety, PTSD, and mood issues Morrison works with each individual client to draw on their strengths and insight for lasting change. Mindfulness based Cognitive therapy, Schema therapy, A.C.T, and Metacognitive therapy form the basis of evidence based treatments used with most clients.
(08) 6493 7436 View (08) 6493 7436
Jacob Reid Mottram
Counsellor, ACA-L3
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with adults navigating ADHD, twice-exceptional profiles (high capability, inconsistent access), and chronic pain.
If you've spent years trying harder, organising better, and following advice that works for everyone except you — you're probably not the problem. The systems were. I'm Jacob, founder of T.H.E. Psyborg and a counsellor who has been navigating ADHD since I was a kid. I didn't build this practice from a textbook - I built it from the inside out, because I know what it's like to be capable and inconsistent, to have the insight without the follow-through, to understand exactly what needs doing and still not be able to start.
I work with adults navigating ADHD, twice-exceptional profiles (high capability, inconsistent access), and chronic pain.
If you've spent years trying harder, organising better, and following advice that works for everyone except you — you're probably not the problem. The systems were. I'm Jacob, founder of T.H.E. Psyborg and a counsellor who has been navigating ADHD since I was a kid. I didn't build this practice from a textbook - I built it from the inside out, because I know what it's like to be capable and inconsistent, to have the insight without the follow-through, to understand exactly what needs doing and still not be able to start.
(02) 9090 4279 View (02) 9090 4279
Nadia Rasheed
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As an EMDR practitioner and clinical counsellor, I offer trauma-informed online therapy for stress, anxiety, and trauma. I understand how deeply these experiences can affect your sense of self and relationships. Together, we'll set meaningful wellness goals to help you regain control, find emotional freedom, and rebuild connection. My practice is a safe space where your experiences are honoured and your healing is supported with expertise and genuine care, so you can move forward with hope.
As an EMDR practitioner and clinical counsellor, I offer trauma-informed online therapy for stress, anxiety, and trauma. I understand how deeply these experiences can affect your sense of self and relationships. Together, we'll set meaningful wellness goals to help you regain control, find emotional freedom, and rebuild connection. My practice is a safe space where your experiences are honoured and your healing is supported with expertise and genuine care, so you can move forward with hope.
(08) 6244 2579 View (08) 6244 2579
Dr Jamie Rickcord
Psychotherapist, MBBS, ANZAP Graduate
Serves Area
Some difficulties don't respond to short-course therapy, and it isn't because you didn't try hard enough. I was a GP for ten years before I trained as a psychotherapist, and I work with the problems that don't fit neatly: trauma, symptoms that keep returning with a normal result, depression that has outlasted everything reasonable, relationships that keep taking the same painful shape. I see adults and adolescents, in person in Byron Bay and by video anywhere in Australia.
Some difficulties don't respond to short-course therapy, and it isn't because you didn't try hard enough. I was a GP for ten years before I trained as a psychotherapist, and I work with the problems that don't fit neatly: trauma, symptoms that keep returning with a normal result, depression that has outlasted everything reasonable, relationships that keep taking the same painful shape. I see adults and adolescents, in person in Byron Bay and by video anywhere in Australia.
(08) 7562 7811 View (08) 7562 7811

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Chronic Pain Therapists
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.

What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophising, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.

Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.

How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.