Megan Forbes
Yarrawarrah,New South Wales
Summary
Accommodating Clinical Psychologist offering over 20 years of experience administering and evaluating a wide variety of neuropsychological tests. Innovative and understanding professional proficient in mental health assessments in older adults and trained in cognitive behaviour therapy. Experience in developing behavioural interventions for challenging behaviours associated with dementia. Expertise in assessment of older adults specifically a good understanding of all types of dementia.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Psychologist
South Eastern Area Health Service
Sutherland, NSW
02.2004 - 01.2022
- Conducted multiple neuropsychological assessments for older adults to help address variety of clinical concerns and diagnostic issues.
- Consulted with other health professionals and medical staff.
- Aided general practitioners and specialists with handling complex cases by consulting on psychological diagnoses.
- Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
- Counseled individuals, their spouses and family members to help them understand their problems and develop realistic action plans.
- Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, medical files and partner or family interviews to provide complete picture for reports. Wrote neuropsychological reports on clients and maintained required paperwork.
- Helped clients obtain outside specialist services by coordinating referrals and advising on options.
- Leverages excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff and clients.
Clinical Psychologist
Calvary Hospital /Community Health (CCH)
Kogarah, NSW
07.1995 - 11.2020
- Conducted multiple neuropsychological assessments for older adults to help address variety of clinical concerns and diagnostic issues, including capacity assessments.
- Consulted with other health professionals on multidisciplinary team.
- Aided general practitioners and specialists with handling complex cases by consulting on neuropsychological diagnoses.
- Referred clients to other specialists, institutions or support services as necessary.
- Counseled individuals, their spouses and family members to help them understand their problems and develop realistic action plans.
- Compiled detailed client histories using intake forms, medical files and partner or family interviews to provide complete picture for reports.
- Wrote neuropsychological reports on clients and maintained required paperwork.
- Helped clients obtain outside specialist services by coordinating referrals and advising on options.
- Leverages excellent oral and written communication skills to interact professionally with staff and clients.
Education
Master of Psychology (Clinical) -
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW1988
Master of Arts - Psychology
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW1985
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of NSW
Randwick, NSW05.1982
Skills
- Psychological Testing
- Behaviour Analysis
- Written Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Dependable and Responsible
- Cultural Awareness
- Dementia expert
- Emotional Disorders
Timeline
Clinical Psychologist
South Eastern Area Health Service
02.2004 - 01.2022
Clinical Psychologist
Calvary Hospital /Community Health (CCH)
07.1995 - 11.2020
Master of Psychology (Clinical) -
University of Sydney
Master of Arts - Psychology
University of Sydney
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of NSW