David Parrick

My name is David and I’m a Clinical Psychologist here at WA Psychology and Wellness. I came to psychology late having spent 20 years in various roles in government and not for profit organisations. I have Masters degrees in Applied Psychology (Clinical), Human Resource Management and undergraduate degrees in Science, Business and Economics.

I work with individuals from early adolescence onwards and with couples at all stages of their relationship. I particularly enjoy working with individuals who are ‘stuck’ and seeking change or can’t see a way forward from their current difficulties and helping them to develop skills and strategies to improve their life.

I see people with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety (phobias, social and generalised anxiety), trauma (PTSD and cPTSD), worry and rumination, men’s health (including sexual health) and ADHD. Additionally, I work with adolescents and young adults with conduct issues who are in, or at risk of, contact with the justice system.

Therapeutically I endeavour to provide a safe, non-judgemental environment for people to explore their concerns. My practice is LGBTQI+ affirmative. To assist people develop insight and techniques for coping I use a range of evidence based approaches, selecting the technique that is best suited to the individual and their reason for attending. I have significant experience in the delivery of Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) for PTSD; Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

I have also found that the use of Mindfulness techniques that derive from the Buddhist meditative tradition are very useful for a range of clients. These techniques allow the individual to be present during therapy even while discussing difficult or distressing experiences.

I look forward to the opportunity to assist you meet your goals and your mental health needs.