Welcome to
Resilience Matters Clinical Psychology
A modern and relatable approach to therapy
Clinical Psychology
Welcome to Resilience Matters Clinical Psychology
Mr Stuart Lokhee (Clinical Psychologist) and Dr Phillip Aouad (PhD Psychology) are Sydney based psychologists providing neurodiversity affirming practice, trauma and evidence informed psychology. Uniquely, Stuart brings over 25 years of experience in Policing. He has also worked with Relationships Australia, and briefly as a casual high school teacher. Dr Phil is an Adjunct Associate Professor (UTS) with research expertise in eating and feeding disorders.
Stuart and Phil provide evidence informed psychological care for young people, adults, first responders, and individuals managing workplace or chronic pain related stressors. Our approach centres on understanding your experiences, offering structured support, and exploring strategies that may assist your wellbeing.
Who We Are
• AHPRA-registered Clinical Psychologists providing therapy, assessment, and consultation.
• Experience across paediatrics, adult mental health, trauma, ADHD, eating and body image disorders, workplace injury, and chronic pain.
• Backgrounds spanning policing, justice, community health, hospitals, and clinical research.
• Commitment to culturally responsive, safe, and ethical practice in line with the Psychology Board of Australia’s standards.
Our Approach
People move through change at their own pace so we meet you where you are, (exploring concerns, navigating challenges, or working toward personal goals).
Our work draws on evidence based psychological frameworks and may include:
• nervous system regulation strategies
• practical coping approaches
• flexible, compassionate thinking
• problem‑solving strategies
• support for values aligned decision making
We provide a calm, structured space for you to reflect, understand your responses, and explore approaches that may support wellbeing.
Who We Support
• Young people
• Adults
• First responders
Young People: We offer a developmentally appropriate and supportive space where young people can explore concerns, develop coping strategies, and receive assistance across school, social, and home contexts.
General Psychological Support: We are experienced and trained to support people experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood, trauma related responses. We help with broader wellbeing goals across the lifespan.
First Responders: Our support for first responders is informed by extensive policing experience across state,federal, and international roles. We provide psychological strategies that may assist with attention demands, emotional regulation, and managing occupational stressors.
Chronic Pain & Workplace Injury (SIRA): We work with individuals experiencing chronic pain or workplace injuries, including those accessing workers compensation pathways (SIRA approval required). Psychological strategies may assist with understanding the pain experience, building coping approaches, and supporting functioning within individual limits.
Eating Disorders and Body Image: We can provide therapy for adults experiencing eating disorders and related concerns, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, OSFED/UFED, and body image difficulties.
Telehealth & Appointments
• Telehealth appointments available Australia‑wide
• In‑person appointments available in Sydney (partner clinics)To enquire about sessions, please use the contact form. We will provide further information and assist with appointment options.
Fees & Rebates
You may be eligible for:
• Medicare rebates with a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan
• Private health insurance rebates
• Workers compensation (with insurer approval)
• Motor accident pathways (SIRA)
Referrers
We welcome referrals from:
* GPs
* Paediatricians
* Psychiatrists
* School psychologists and counsellors
* Allied health providers
* Insurers
Crisis Support
If you or someone else is at immediate risk, please call 000.
For mental health crisis support, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.
To enquire about psychological services, please use our contact form or access this link
Chronic Pain and WorkCover
We treat people recovering from chronic pain and workplace injuries, including those under workers compensation schemes (SIRA pre-approval).
We Support Young People
We offer a developmentally suitable, fun and supportive space where young people can feel understood, work through challenges and strengthen school, social, sport and home life.
First Responders
Our approach to supporting First Responders is grounded in 25 years of Policing in State, National and International Policing.
We can help help police officers to develop their cognitive skills to help with concentration, observation, emotional regulation and report writing.
How to make an Appointment
For all appointment enquiries please use the contact button on this site.
If you leave your details we will call back to provide further information, and assist with scheduling your session if you with to proceed.
Our Philosophy of Care
We consider the whole person, their environment and adopt a resilience building perspective.
We are committed to safe ethical care and cultural responsiveness.
We can collaborate with families, schools and medical providers.
We don’t just accept diversity we welcome human differences.
How Psychologists Can Help
The following fictional scenarios to show the range of work psychologists might do. Note they do not describe real clients.
Depression
A police officer in their 40s experiencing low mood and loss of energy explored options with a psychologist through a GP and their workplace welfare services. In some cases employers may help cover treatment costs.
Insomnia
A teenager preparing for Year 12 exams experienced sleep disturbance, fatigue, and irritability. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for Insomnia were considered to support sleep, manage mood and study routines.
Anxiety
A teacher managing family stress and conflict at work engaged in CBT and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with a psychologist to manage anxious thoughts, "let go" and learn Mindfulness skills.
Workplace Psycho-Social Stress
An adult with a workplace injury, chronic pain and a compensation claim engaged in therapy under NSW State Insurance Regulations. They wanted to see an independent psychologist (independant of their employer). CBT and Narrative approaches were considered to address pain and stress.
Flexible Appointments
Telehealth
Telehealth in Australia has revolutionised psychological services by offering convenient access to mental health professionals through video calls and phone consultations. The increased convenience and accessibility potentially enable more people to receive support.
Evidence suggests that telehealth is an effective form of mental health care (Snoswell, C. et.al.,2023).
Telehealth or In-Person?
For most clients and evidence-based therapies (including CBT), both telehealth and in-person sessions are effective. The choice depends on clinical needs, safety, preferences, privacy and technology setup, and the goals of therapy, not because one option is inherently “better.”
Self-Care
Reaching out can feel overwhelming when stress, anxiety, or ongoing pressures begin to build. You don’t have to manage these experiences alone. Seek evidence-based care to help you understand your concerns, gain clarity, and move toward with meaningful change.
Moving Forward
If you are unsure which type of appointment is right for you, we can help you explore your options. Whether you are seeking telehealth across Australia or in clinic support in Sydney, we will guide you toward the approach that feels most comfortable and practical for your situation. Reach out with any questions about availability or how we can support your needs
Contact
If you need help, you can contact your GP, Lifeline, or NSW Mental Health 24/7. If your or someone else’s life is in danger, please contact emergency services on 000.
