Children, adolescents, and adults seeking psychological support
Individuals with complex behaviours or high support needs
Participants requiring Positive Behaviour Support
People wanting a warm, culturally aware, and evidence-based psychologist
Families seeking collaborative, person-centred care
Participants wanting support from an experienced clinician who values genuine connection
Looking for a compassionate and highly skilled Psychologist who combines clinical excellence with genuine warmth? Shannon is passionate about helping people understand themselves, overcome challenges, and build meaningful, lasting change.
Shannon is a Generally Registered Psychologist with AHPRA and a Proficient Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner. She holds a Master of Professional Psychology, an Honours Degree in Psychological Science, and a Bachelor of Science (Psychology) with a second major in Criminal Behaviour. Graduating in the top 2% of her cohort, Shannon was awarded the Vice Chancellor’s Commendation for Academic Excellence in recognition of her outstanding academic achievements.
With experience supporting individuals across the lifespan – from infants through to older adults – Shannon has developed extensive skills working with complex mental health presentations, behaviours of concern, emotional regulation, and participants with diverse support needs. Alongside her work as a psychologist, she also practises as a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner, giving her a strong understanding of both therapeutic intervention and practical, everyday strategies that improve quality of life.
Shannon believes that effective therapy begins with building genuine relationships. She takes a collaborative, strengths-based approach that focuses on understanding each individual’s unique experiences, empowering participants to achieve meaningful goals, and creating safe, supportive environments where people feel heard and respected.
Shannon provides support with:
Anxiety, depression, and emotional wellbeing
Behaviour support and Positive Behaviour Support
Emotional regulation and coping strategies
Capacity building and independence
Complex psychosocial presentations
Behaviour assessment and intervention planning
Family collaboration and therapeutic support
Shannon brings strengths in:
Positive Behaviour Support expertise
Risk assessment and safety planning
Trauma-informed, person-centred practice
Strong cultural awareness and cultural safety
Collaborative multidisciplinary care
Evidence-based psychological interventions
Building trust with individuals experiencing complex needs
Throughout her career, Shannon has worked extensively with participants from diverse cultural backgrounds and complex social circumstances. Having spent much of her childhood growing up in remote Aboriginal communities, alongside her experience as a Cultural Psychology Leader and delivering cultural training, she brings exceptional cultural sensitivity and an appreciation for the importance of tailoring supports to each individual’s background, values, and lived experiences.
Prior to her current roles as a Psychologist and Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner, Shannon gained valuable experience across paediatric psychology, vocational rehabilitation, and university mentoring. Her diverse professional background, combined with experience in leadership, teaching, childcare, hospitality, and aquatic education, has shaped her adaptable, approachable, and highly engaging style.
Outside of psychology, Shannon enjoys an active lifestyle and has a wide range of interests, including swimming, diving, boating, travel, and outdoor pursuits. Her curiosity, compassion, and genuine enjoyment of working alongside people allow her to build strong therapeutic relationships and create an environment where participants feel safe, understood, and empowered to achieve their goals.
