ABOUT

We believe in creating an inclusive space for you to feel heard, supported, and empowered.

We support differences and finds what makes you exceptional.

About Our Practice

We provide assessments and psychological therapy to empower you on your journey towards self-discovery. We’re here to de-stigmatise neurodivergence and show our community that diagnoses and differences aren’t something to be ashamed of, they are part of a healthy human ecosystem. With an informed perspective, this knowledge can be one of our greatest gifts.

We offer therapy for a range of conditions including but not limited to:

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Depression
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OCD
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Trauma
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Personality Disorders
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Neuro-divergence
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Stress
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Sleep Issues
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Self Esteem and Body Image Concerns
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School Issues
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Our team

We’re a group of modern professionals, who are passionate about supporting our communities.
We are very proud to introduce our team to you here.

Services conducted by our provisional psychologists are supervised by registered clinical supervisors.

Mariana Rubcic

Psychologist

Mariana is passionate about reducing the impact of adversity and fostering hope for future wellbeing.
She believes that psychological assessment is usually the first point of call and helps shape future outcomes.
Mariana has experience in conducting psychometric assessments with children and adults presenting with a range of issues, including specific learning differences, intellectual disability, giftedness, ADHD, and personality. Mariana strives to provide guidance to individuals and their families in accessing effective, evidence-based support and intervention.
Mariana has worked across numerous mental health settings including not for profit organisations, schools, and private practice. She has experience in delivering a wide range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy. She is also an accredited provider of the Cool Kids program, a 10-week group program for children and adolescents with anxiety. Mariana completed a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) degree at Macquarie University and obtained her general registration in 2020.
In her spare time, Mariana enjoys cycling, hiking, spending quality time with friends and family, and looking after her Siberian cat.
Parramatta

Tracey Forward

CLINICAL psychologisT REGISTRAR

Tracey has experience conducting psychometric assessments across the life span and has a keen interest in cognitive and academic concerns, intellectual disability, learning disorders, giftedness, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
She is passionate about supporting clients to develop greater self-understanding to reduce self-stigmatisation and improve quality of life. She adopts a non-judgemental approach to help people feel safe and heard when exploring their concerns.
Tracey has worked across a variety of mental health settings including university clinics, forensics and schools and has experience in delivering therapy using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to both individuals and groups.
She is also a registered nurse with a background in Oncology, homeless health and in clinical trials for Alzheimer’s disease.
Tracey completed a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours 1 st class) at Australian Catholic University and Master of Clinical Psychology at Western Sydney University. Tracey is currently undertaking the Clinical Psychology Registrar program. She is member of the Australian Psychological Society.
In her spare time Tracey enjoys drawing and painting, rock climbing and spending time with her pet birds.
Parramatta

Sherzan Daver

MENTAL HEALTH SOCIAL WORKER

Sherzan's multifaceted experience encompasses leadership roles in psychiatric hospital settings, including adept management of adolescent wards and facilitating impactful group therapy sessions. Trained in DBT and fueled by a fervent dedication to helping individuals navigate life's complexities, Sherzan specialises in assisting those grappling with Borderline Personality Disorders (BPD), Complex Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), addiction, depression, and anxiety.
With Medicare rebates available, Sherzan extends a supportive hand in addressing relationship dynamics, nurturing self-worth, and fostering resilience. Experience transformative healing through telehealth or face-to-face individual therapy sessions at Parramatta Wellbe Psychology and Counselling Clinic.
Parramatta & Online

OUR APPROACH

Our clinicians are professionally trained in providing psychological assessments through scientific and evidence-based approaches.

Our clinicians work from a neurodiversity affirmative lens and are passionate about supporting individuals in understanding their neurology to be able to work with their brain, rather than against it.

Reception area in the Parramatta clinic.

Assessment room in the Parramatta clinic.

READY TO START?

To get started, click the button below. We’ll talk about your availability and preferences and match you with a clinician that will best meet your needs.

Our affiliate organisation:
Soapbox Sydney.

A Grass Roots Community Mental Health Initiative. — Our affiliate organisation: Soapbox Sydney. A Grass Roots Community Mental Health Initiative.