About Us

Andrea Sangster (Principal Psychologist) Clinical

B. Psych. Hons. (UniSA) ; M. Psych. Clin. (UniSA) ;MAPS

Andrea Sangster is a registered clinical psychologist and is a full member of the Australian Psychological Society. She has worked in Community Health Settings with a broad range of adult and adolescent clients with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, sexual abuse, self harm, weight issues and relationship difficulties.

She has considerable experience working with sexual assault victims and with those who have experienced domestic violence. Andrea has also worked in the area of child protection with Families SA and is skilled in assessment and addressing issues regarding parenting challenges.

Andrea has a special interest in working with people experiencing difficulty with emotion regulation, mood disorders, trauma survivors and those experiencing parenting and relationship challenges. Andrea works collaboratively with other health professionals and is committed to evidence-based practice.

Andrea is trained in a range of other therapeutic modalities including Narrative, EMDR and CBT.

She is experienced in mindfulness approaches such as ACT and is committed to on-going professional development.  Andrea is able to accept referrals for a wide range of mental health disorders and is a registered Medicare provider.

Matthew Nikic (Psychologist)Clinical

B. Health Sc. Hons. (ADEL) ; M. Psych. Clin. (ADEL) 

MATTHEW NIKIC has a particular interest in working with adolescents and young adults but is experienced in assisting people of all age groups overcome anxiety and depression.

Matthew is experienced in a number of therapeutic modalities Including; Compassion Focussed Therapy, Body-Centred Approaches, Mindfulness, ACT, EMDR and CBT.

and is passionate about providing a service tailored to the individual needs of his clients.

Matthew is able to accept referrals for a wide range of mental health disorders and is a registered Medicare provider.

Ruth Walwyn (Psychologist)

BA. Hons (ADEL)

Ruth Walwyn has been a Registered Psychologist since 1986 and has lived and worked in the Adelaide Hills since 1995. Ruth has over 10 years experience in private practice.

Ruth is experienced in assessing and treating young adults and adults for depression, anxiety, trauma and pain.

Ruth has also had training in a broad range of approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Hypnosis, EMDR and Motivational Interviewing.

She has specific interests in goal setting and enjoys helping people understand the importance of values in dealing with a range of everyday life problems, Ruth is also a registered Medicare Provider.

Ruth has also had significant experience within the public sector, including vocational rehabilitation agencies and undertaking intellectual and vocational assessments.

Dr Anne-Marie Martin (Psychologist) Clinical – child and adolescent specialist)

BA. Hons. (UniSA) ; M. Psych. Clin. (UniSA) ; D. Psych. Clin. (UniSA) ;MAPS

Dr Anne-Marie Martin is a registered clinical psychologist with broad clinical experience having worked with both children and adults in a variety of settings. Dr Martin is a full member of the College of Clinical Psychologists of the Australian Psychological Society. She has a special interest in assisting people with mood disorders and emotion regulation difficulties and those who have suffered trauma.

Anne-Marie's enduring interest is in working with children. She has worked in child intervention and assessment including as Senior Clinical Psychologist with Child Protection Services at the Women's and Children's Hospital. Anne-Marie provides assessment and treatment of behavioural, social, emotional and learning problems helping children and families to move forward. Her special interests include treating children following trauma, through transitions, with anxiety or depression, and in promoting positive skills for parenting.

Anne-Marie works collaboratively with doctors, other health professionals, teachers and schools to provide best outcomes for children and their families.