Nicholas Richter
Reynella,SA
Summary
A dedicated registered psychologist with 5 years of experience providing evidence-based interventions to a diverse range of clients across the lifespan. Strong commitment to providing personalised, client-centred care that is grounded in a strength-based approach. Passionate about improving mental health outcomes for neurodivergent populations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Psychologist
Inspired Psychology
06.2023 - Current
- Used therapeutic communication techniques to build rapport and guide discussion with patients.
- Interviewed, observed and surveyed patients to gain necessary information for psychological diagnosis.
- Conducted patient observations by monitoring behavior and documented physical health, family history in mental health assessment reports.
- Studied and applied practices from professional reports and literature along with therapies focused on patient needs.
- Evaluated patients' goals, as well as mental and practical conditions, to develop individualized courses of treatment.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care plans and implement continuity of care.
- Provided psychological services in person and via telehealth, for children, adolescents and adults with disabilities, within metropolitan, rural and remote areas across South Australia, New South Wales and Queensland
- Experience working with a range of presentations, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Intellectual Disability Disorder, and Global Developmental Delay
- Proficient in administration of a broad range of psychometric assessments across the lifespan, including Cognitive and Educational Assessments for The Department of Education (SA).
- Proficient in psychological interventions that promote, restore, sustain and enhance cognitive functioning, emotional adjustment and a sense of wellbeing in individuals through the use of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
- Competent in research and evaluation through the application of critical analysis to apply information from scientific publications in psychology in working with varying presentations and using a person-centered approach when evaluating and reporting on interventions
- Knowledge and application of the APS Code of Ethics to maintain ethical, legal and professional aspects of psychological practice
- Experience in working within the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission, including formation of support plans, review reports and PBS Plans
Registered Psychologist
Novita Therapy Services
10.2021 - Current
- Provided psychological services in person and via telehealth, for children, adolescents and adults with disabilities, within metropolitan, rural and remote areas across South Australia, New South Wales and Queensland
- Experience working with a range of presentations, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Intellectual Disability Disorder, and Global Developmental Delay
- Proficient in administration of a broad range of psychometric assessments across the lifespan
- Proficient in psychological interventions that promote, restore, sustain and enhance cognitive functioning, emotional adjustment and a sense of wellbeing in individuals through the use of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
- Demonstrated experience working with behavioural curriculums including Zones of Regulation, Superflex, Social Detective, and The Cool Kids Program (ASD Adaptation)
- Effective in working within a multi-disciplinary team including speech therapy, occupational therapy, exercise physiology, allied health assistance, support work, support coordination, supported independent living and developmental education
- Proficient in the use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), including Pragmatic Organisation Dynamic Display (PODD) and Eye Gaze controlled devices
- Competent in research and evaluation through the application of critical analysis to apply information from scientific publications in psychology in working with varying presentations and using a person-centered approach when evaluating and reporting on interventions
- Knowledge and application of the APS Code of Ethics to maintain ethical, legal and professional aspects of psychological practice
- Experience in working within the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission, including formation of support plans, review reports and PBS Plans
- Contributed to definition of company processes involved in suicide risk and self-harm.
Children’s App Reviewer & Editor
Australian Council for Children & the Media
10.2016 - Current
- Submission of app reviews to ACCM website, including age recommendations and highlighting content of potential concern to parents
- To view an app that I have reviewed, refer to: http://childrenandmedia.org.au/app-reviews/apps/animal-jam-play-wild
- Appointed as Stand-in Editor for the Reviewer Team.
Provisional Psychologist
Novita Therapy Services
04.2019 - 10.2021
Senior Behaviour Therapist
Inclusive Directions
04.2017 - 04.2019
- Providing behaviour support for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Global Developmental Delay, including home-based PBS and general support work where required
- Promoted to Senior Behaviour Therapist following achievement of client outcomes at a consistently high standard
- Appointed to complex cases due to being able to elicit improvement in children
- Created a curriculum targeting areas such as understanding morality and Theory of Mind
Support Care Worker
ACH (Aged Care And Housing)
07.2013 - 04.2017
- Supported elderly clients impacted by isolation, mental health issues (including dementia, schizophrenia and cognitive challenges) and other disabilities
- Tasks included social support, domestic assistance, carer respite, transport and assisting with shopping
- Proficiency in caring for people with complex health and mental issues
- Affective ability to assist those with depression and anxiety
- Comprehensive understanding of schizophrenia, how this affects the person and how to effectively interact with them
Senior Claims Administrator
RAA Insurance, Private Motor
01.2001 - 01.2012
Claims Administrator
Lumley Insurance, Commercial Motor
01.2007 - 01.2011
Relevant Skills / Competencies
- Exceptional communication and listening skills
- Patient and effective in dealing with difficult clients
- Excellent time management skills
- Adapts well to any change or situation
- Demonstrated skill in providing psychological services to children, adolescents and adults
- Demonstrated experience in providing evidence-based psychological interventions
- Providing PBS for children, adolescents and adults
- Great organisation and time management skills
- Working within multidisciplinary teams to provide the best outcome
- Able to function autonomously
- Knowledge & interpretation of NDIS policies and processes
Education
- Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) - Flinders University 2016
- Golden Key International Honour Society (Certified within top 15% of Flinders University)
- Early Intervention Research Program (Autism) - Flinders University
- Principles and Practice of CBT - Australian Psychological Society
- Essentials of CBT - Beck Institute
- CBT Bootcamp - Tatra Training
- CBT for Self-Injury - Psychwire
- Suicide Prevention: A Practitioner’s Guide - Australian Psychological Society
- ACT for Beginners, Russ Harris - Psychwire
- Trauma-Focused ACT, Russ Harris - Psychwire
- ACT for Depression and Anxiety Disorders - Psychwire
- Introduction to Transactional Analysis - Redman Institute
- Certificate IV in Community Services & Certificate IV in Counselling Skills with Transactional Analysis - Redman Institute
- PBS for individuals with disabilities in community settings - Flinders University
- How to use Pragmatic Organisation Dynamic Display (PODD) - Novita
- Personality Assessment Inventory (PAI) Training - Provisional Psychologist Network
- Sixteen Personality Factor (16PF) Training - Provisional Psychologist Network
- Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (First Aid) - ABC Licence Training
Outside Interests
I love spending time with my son and partner. I’ve been a musician for years, playing guitar and drums in various bands. I love philosophy (my second major at university). I also play chess daily – once beating the former SA champion, Alan Goldsmith (who creates the chess puzzles for the Advertiser).
Referees
Tracey Jane - Director and Principal Clinical Psychologist
Inspired Psychology
Phone: 08 8272 6998
Tracey.Jane@inspiredpsychology.com.au
Julie Dini – Primary Supervisor (Psychology)
Novita Children’s Disability Service
Phone: 0466 380 968
Julie.Dini@novita.org.au
Barbara Biggins – CEO
Australian Council for Children and the Media
Phone: 08 8376 2111
bbiggins@ozemail.com.au
Timeline
Registered Psychologist
Inspired Psychology
06.2023 - Current
Registered Psychologist
Novita Therapy Services
10.2021 - Current
Provisional Psychologist
Novita Therapy Services
04.2019 - 10.2021
Senior Behaviour Therapist
Inclusive Directions
04.2017 - 04.2019
Children’s App Reviewer & Editor
Australian Council for Children & the Media
10.2016 - Current
Support Care Worker
ACH (Aged Care And Housing)
07.2013 - 04.2017
Claims Administrator
Lumley Insurance, Commercial Motor
01.2007 - 01.2011
Senior Claims Administrator
RAA Insurance, Private Motor
01.2001 - 01.2012
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