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Meet the Team:

Stephanie Hayes Barclay

Principal Clinical Psychologist | BPsych (Hons), MPsych(Clin), MACPA, Board Approved Supervisor

Hi, I’m Stephanie.
I am passionate about working with young people; especially adolescents and young adults!

There is so much change, transition and complexity as a young person, and I’ve found that even a little high-quality support can go a long way! It’s a privilege to be able to offer my clients hope, understanding, and restoration even when life gets tough!

I’m looking forward to meeting you and hearing your story.

  • Stephanie balances a warm, laid back, non-judgmental manner with dedication in providing evidence based psychological interventions that can help you manage the challenges of life. Stephanie utilises a holistic approach; taking into consideration the physical, psychological, spiritual and relational health of each person and their environment. Stephanie aims to make each session practical and solutions focused, working alongside you to make meaningful change.

    Stephanie utilises a tailored approach based on your individual needs and using a variety of evidence based interventions including:

    • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

    • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)

    • Mindfulness Based Therapies 

    • Schema Therapy 

    • Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Child, Adolescent and Young Adult Mental Health including:

    • ADHD

    • Addiction

    • Anxiety Disorders (e.g. Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Phobias)

    • Complex Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    • Emotion Regulation Difficulties

    • Mood Disorders (e.g. Depression, Bipolar Affective Disorder)

    • Non-Suicidal Self Harm Difficulties

    • Relationship Concerns (families, friendships, intimate partners)

    • Stress and life adjustment

    • Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviours

  • Apart from private practice, Stephanie currently works part-time with the Central Coast Local Health Districts’ (CCLHD) Child and Family Health Service (ages 5-12yrs) providing interventions and running parenting groups to support children and their families.

    She previously worked in:

    • Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service ( CCLHD)

    • Youth Health Service (CCLHD)

    • Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Pain Management Centre (SLHD)

    • Psychology Perspective (private practice)

    • Endorsed Clinical Psychologist (Psychology Board of Australia)

    • Psychology Board of Australia Approved Supervisor

    • Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) from the University of Sydney

    • Master of Clinical Psychology from University of Technology Sydney

    • Member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (MACPA)

    • Certified Tuning into Kids Parenting Group Facilitator

    • Certified EMDR therapist

    • Registered with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

    • Medicare provider

Tracey is the administration manager

Meet Tracey:

Tracey will be your first point of contact when connecting with Anchor Clinic.

Tracey is a wizardress, managing everything behind the scenes with a warm, friendly and comforting disposition.

With over 10 years experience working in psychology practices, Tracey is available to help with any questions clients or referrers may have.

Tracey helps with all appointments and general enquiries from Monday to Friday.