Alexand has over 30 years’ experience in clinical, consulting, training, and academic psychology, and is a Fellow of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists. Initially trained in exercise physiology (Canada), Alexand went on to complete her clinical and experimental psychology training in the US, graduating with honours.

 

Empathic and client-centred, Alexand feels privileged to work with adults in pursuit of greater well-being. She is particularly skilled in assisting with anxiety, trauma, depression, stress and worry, adjustment issues, eating disorder issues, family-of-origin issues, personal and work relationships, self-esteem, and broader self-development.

 

With a deep interest in individual differences as well as positive and transpersonal psychology, Alexand is passionate about the beneficial effects of an integrated, holistic approach to mental health and human development. Her work toward a PhD has explored the intersections of these areas and their contribution to optimal well-being.

 

In treatment, Alexand tailors her approach to the unique needs of each client, drawing from a range of evidence-based modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Experiential and Psychodynamic approaches, Positive Psychology, and Mindfulness-based interventions.

 

Beyond the therapy room, Alexand has an extensive background in consulting with companies and organisations in areas such as executive coaching, career management, outplacement, team alignment, organisational restructure, and leadership development. Her work has included executive coaching with a focus on role fit and personality assessment to enhance leadership effectiveness; programs that have led to ongoing invitations for further collaboration.

 

She has also served as a workshop developer and trainer for The Institute for Type Development in Sydney, which educates professionals in understanding individual differences through temperament, core needs, values, and behavioural patterns. Through this work, she has supported executives and leaders in developing and optimising their performance and potential.

 

In her downtime, Alexand enjoys waterside jogging, documentaries, film, music, and spending time with loved ones around the world.