Sally Peloquin
Gosford,NSW
Summary
Client-focused trauma informed professional with extensive experience in delivering exceptional mental health services. Board certified Psychologist with expertise in DSM-IV classification and therapy Proven ability to assess patient behavior and develop tailored treatment plans, resulting in improved coping mechanisms and mental well-being.ntal well-being. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to AHPRA regulations while contributing to multidisciplinary patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselling Psychologist
PO Box 132
WOLLONGONG, NSW
07.2010 - Current
- Collaborated with psychiatrists and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Adhered to AHPRA confidentiality requirements by safeguarding files.
- Implemented interventions to promote positive behaviour changes.
- Provided individual counselling services to clients with mental health issues.
- Maintained accurate clinical records in accordance with AHPRA and Medicare regulations.
- Developed therapeutic intervention plans tailored to the needs of each client.
- Discussed relationship issues, substance abuse and other problems with patients and recommended behavior modification strategies.
- Engaged in professional consultation with other counselors regarding difficult cases.
- Performed research activities related to counseling psychology topics.
Psychologist Assessor for Services Australia
PO Box 3063
ERINA, NSW
07.2009 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to maintain continuity of patient care.
- Performed assessment of eligibility for The Disability Support Pension or alternative payments
- Developed assessment plans utilizing medical data from GPs and specialists.
- Attended conferences or workshops to maintain professional knowledge.
- Collected information through observation, interviews or surveys.
- Evaluated effectiveness of counseling or educational programs.
- Administered standardized physical or psychological tests.
- Educated clients about coping strategies for managing symptoms of mental illness.
- Built rapport and guided discussion with patients using therapeutic communication techniques.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma of Psychology - Psychology
University of Western Sydney
Sydney, NSW04-2008
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW07-2006
High School Diploma -
Redmaids School
Bristol UK06-1983
Skills
TRAUMA INFORMED CARE (EMDR & Brain Spotting)
- Psychological interventions (Schema therapy, anxiety management, Emotionally Focussed Therapy)
- Patient relationship management
- Effective communication
- Emotional intelligence
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Active listening
- Computer skills
Affiliations
- Movies, gardening, bushwalking, cycling, travel, and singing.
Timeline
Counselling Psychologist
PO Box 132
07.2010 - Current
Psychologist Assessor for Services Australia
PO Box 3063
07.2009 - 08.2023
Post Graduate Diploma of Psychology - Psychology
University of Western Sydney
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Wollongong
High School Diploma -
Redmaids School
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