Helping First Responders, Young People and Adults Thrive
Psychology Available In Person and Via Telehealth Nationally
Resilience Matters Clinical Psychology independent psychologists to help match you with the right practitioner for your needs.
Welcome to Resilience Matters Clinical Psychology
ABN 74 267 593
Resilience Matters Clinical Psychology is a psychology private practice founded by Clinical Psychologist Stuart Lokhee.
Independent psychologists on this site have a common aim to provide compassionate, evidence-based psychological care for young people and adults.
Australian-registered psychologists have undertaken post-registration additional
formal qualifications, and registrations regulated by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Psychologists, Stuart, Dr Phil, Dr Ellis and Christos bring to the table a diverse set of cultural and professional qualifications across Clinical, Health and Counselling Psychology, trauma, eating disorder treatment, school counselling, research and Professional Supervision.
These psychologists have both extensive "out of psychology" and clinical psychology professional practice.
They take a trauma informed, neurodiversity affirming approach to care and recognise that every person's experiences, strengths, and goals are unique.
Psychologists can work with GP's, paediatricians, or other healthcare providers such as Physio therapists, to promote wellbeing, build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and support meaningful change.
Consultant Areas Include
Mr Stuart Lokhee: Clinical Psychologist | Veteran Police Officer: Impact of ADHD, independent psychological assessment for police applicants, Police and Emergency Services, Paediatric Psychology, SIRA-approved Workers' Compensation clients.
A/Prof Phillip Aouad Doctor of Psychology | Research: Eating, feeding, and body image-related concerns, neurodiversity, research and Phd/Masters academic supervision
Dr Susan Ellis Doctor of Psychology Clinical and Geriatric Psychology: Mood, anxiety, life changes, relational, complex psychological issues, chronic pain, professional/peer supervision
Mr Christos Tatsis Counselling Psychologist | School Psychologist|Consulting services for school related concerns
Appointments may be available in Sydney and via Telehealth nationally.
Note: Images of locations may be AI Generated
- Our Collective Years of Non Psychology Professions
- 30+
- Our Collective Years of Psychology Work
- 40 +
- Rebates: Medicare Rebate for Clinical Psychologists /General Psychologists
- $149.05/$101.55
Our Collective Years of Non Psychology Professions
Our Collective Years of Psychology Work
Rebates: Medicare Rebate for Clinical Psychologists /General Psychologists
Evidence-Based Psychological Assessment and Treatment
How We Help
We provide comprehensive assessment and targeted therapeutic interventions for a diverse range of psychological concerns including:
Mood & Stress: Support for anxiety, depression, panic, stress, burnout, and emotional regulation.
Trauma & Recovery: Evidence-based processing for trauma, post-traumatic stress, and distressing memories
Neurodiversity & Development: Focussed navigation for ADHD, autism-related difficulties, and executive functioning.
Somatic & Interpersonal Health: Targeted clinical care for chronic pain, problematic eating, body image concerns, and sleep difficulties.
Life Transitions: Practical guidance for relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and major lifestyle or career adjustments.
Globally Recognised Therapy
Psychologists use treatments for mental health concerns. Clinical experiments and scientific data evidence finds that structured, evidence-based therapies can effectively reduce distressing symptoms and improve function including for: trauma, panic, anxiety and depression while building long-term psychological resilience.
We work using globally recognised and tested therapies.
Inclusive Clinical Psychology Services
Like us, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds, communities, and family structures.
We naturally bring to our clients the rich diversity of our lived own experiences across Asian, Arabic, Anglo, Mediterranean Australians cultures.
Our mission A confidential, safe and supportive therapeutic environment where client's are respected, heard, and understood.
In-Person and Telehealth Appointments
Appointments are available in-person at our clinic or via secure telehealth throughout Australia, providing flexible and accessible care.
Consulting Locations
Psychologists are independent practitioners and maintain clinical consults at alternate practices in Sydney:
Mr Stuart Lokhee also consults at Sydney Clinical Psychology (Newtown, NSW).
Dr Phillip Aouad also consults at Shape Your Mind Clinic (Sydney CBD).
Dr Susan Ellis
United Kingdom, Mulberry House
21 Manor Pl, Edinburgh EH3 7DX, United Kingdom
dr.susie.ellis@gmail.com
Phone: 07383096818
Please contact us here and we can help to discuss the most suitable location for you.
How We Can Help
Psychological therapy can provide a way to explore what you are going through and begin to make sense of it in a clearer, more manageable way. When life feels overwhelming, whether due to anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, sleep difficulties, or relationship challenges, therapy can help you better understand what is happening, rather than feeling caught in it.
One view is that psychology helps you understand how your thoughts, emotions, physical responses, and behaviours interact, and how these patterns maintain difficulties over time. Patterns can be shaped by past experiences and the meanings we have made from them, and deeper patterns, sometimes called schemas or core beliefs, can quietly influence how you see yourself, others, and the world.
Therapy helps bring these patterns into awareness so they can be understood and worked with. This may include learning practical strategies to manage stress and emotions, reduce overthinking, improve sleep, and strengthen coping. It can also involve processing difficult experiences in a safe and structured way, so they feel less overwhelming and less present in daily life.
For some people, therapy is also about reconnecting with personal values, strengths, and direction, and taking small, meaningful steps toward change.
While the methods may differ, the aim is the same: to help you feel more grounded, more able to cope with life’s challenges, and more connected to a sense of wellbeing.
Every person’s experience is unique, and therapy is tailored to your needs, goals, and pace.
See: https://www.apa.org/education-career/guide/paths/improve-lives
Psychological Support for Police and First Responders
Frontline roles such as 000 emergency services, veterinarians, doctors, and nurses involve unique psychological demands. Exposure to critical incidents, high…
$290: NSWPOL MHCP + EML Rebate may cover 100% of Psychology Sessions Cost
Young People
Supporting Adolescents and Young Adults
Medicare rebates available
Eating, Feeding & Body Image
We provide psychological assessment and treatment for eating, feeding, and body image concerns under the clinical leadership of A/Prof. Phillip Aouad.
Rebates available
Trauma
Trauma and chronic stress can arise from a wide range of experiences, including single distressing events, repeated exposure to stress or adversity, or ongoing…
$300 / session
Meet Us
Four experienced Psycologists, each with a distinct background and a shared commitment to warm, evidence-based care.
You don't have to carry it alone.
Reaching out is the hardest step, and you're already considering it. Let's find a time to talk, with no pressure and no commitment.