About Perfectly Aligned Psychology
Perfectly Aligned Psychology is a Balgownie psychology practice in Wollongong's northern suburbs, offering therapy and assessment for adults, teenagers and children, in person and by telehealth. This page is for anyone who wants to know who we are, how we work and what standards we hold ourselves to before making contact.
Choosing a psychologist is a personal decision, and it makes sense to find out who you would be speaking with first. Below you will find the practice's story, our psychologist, our approach, our registration and privacy standards, the rooms themselves, and the areas we serve. You can also find an overview of every service on the Perfectly Aligned Psychology home page.
Who are we?
Perfectly Aligned Psychology is an independent practice in Balgownie, established in [year] by [Psychologist name], a registered psychologist. We see adults, adolescents and children for therapy, EMDR and trauma care, and we offer ADHD, autism and cognitive assessments for young people, with telehealth available across Australia.
The practice is intentionally small. Every client works directly with the psychologist, from the first call through to the final session, rather than being passed between clinicians.
The name reflects what therapy is often about: bringing how you feel, what you value and how you live back into line with each other. The logo's stacked stones come from the same idea, a balance that is built one piece at a time.
As a Balgownie psychology practice, we are part of the local community we serve. Many clients live within a short drive, and many others join by video from regional NSW and interstate.
We are not a large clinic or a franchise. That means we can keep appointments consistent, keep notes and communication personal, and adjust care to fit each person rather than a system.
Who is our psychologist?
[Psychologist name] is a registered psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia, registration number [registration number to confirm], with training in EMDR, trauma-focused therapy and child and adolescent work [confirm training]. They provide every session and assessment at the practice.
[Psychologist name]'s background includes [professional background to confirm, for example previous roles in community mental health, schools or emergency services support]. That experience shapes the practice's focus on trauma, young people and frontline workers.
Outside the therapy room, [Psychologist name] [personal detail to confirm, if the psychologist wishes to share one].
The full profile, including qualifications, training, professional memberships and areas of special interest, is on the page meet our psychologist.
How do we work with clients?
We work collaboratively, using evidence-based therapies matched to each person's goals, and we review progress regularly so you always know where things stand. Sessions are unhurried, plans are explained in plain language, and your preferences shape the pace and focus of treatment.
In practice, that means a thorough first session covering your background and the changes you hope for, followed by a clear plan with realistic goals.
The therapies we use most include cognitive behaviour therapy, EMDR, acceptance and commitment therapy and, for children, play-based and parent-supported approaches. The choice depends on the concern and on what suits you.
We use brief questionnaires at the start and at review points to track progress, because feeling better should be something you can see as well as sense.
If something is not working, we say so and adjust. If another service would help you more, we tell you that too, and help you get there.
More detail about our philosophy and the therapies we use is on our approach to therapy.
What registration, standards and privacy protections apply?
Our psychologist is registered with the Psychology Board of Australia through AHPRA and follows its code of conduct and advertising guidelines. Clinical records are kept securely and confidentially under Australian privacy law, and information is only shared with your consent, except where the law requires it.
Registration can be checked by anyone on the public AHPRA register of practitioners. It shows current registration, any endorsements and any conditions on practice.
Registered psychologists must complete continuing professional development every year and take part in regular peer consultation. [Professional memberships to confirm, for example Australian Psychological Society or EMDR Association of Australia.]
In line with national advertising rules for health services, we do not publish client testimonials or make promises about outcomes. Therapy helps many people, but every person's experience is different.
Your records are stored in a secure, encrypted practice management system. You can ask to see your records, and you decide who else receives reports or letters.
The limits to confidentiality, such as a serious risk to safety or a court order, are explained at the first session so you know exactly how your information is handled.
What are the rooms in Balgownie like?
The rooms are at Suite 4, 154 Balgownie Road, Balgownie, a short drive from the Wollongong city centre and the northern suburbs. They are designed to feel calm and private, with a quiet waiting area. [Parking and accessibility details to confirm, including ramp or lift access and on-site parking.]
Balgownie sits at the foot of the Illawarra escarpment in Wollongong's north. By car, the rooms are roughly 9 minutes from Wollongong station and about 6 minutes from Fairy Meadow station, depending on traffic.
For children, the therapy room includes [play and art materials to confirm], so younger clients have plenty to engage with.
If you have access needs, such as mobility support, a hearing loop or a quieter arrival time, please let us know when booking and we will plan around them.
Directions, opening hours and the enquiry form are on the contact page.
Which areas do we serve?
We serve clients across the Illawarra, from Helensburgh and the northern suburbs through Wollongong to Shellharbour and Kiama, with telehealth available anywhere in Australia. Many clients come from the suburbs closest to Balgownie, including Fairy Meadow, Corrimal, Towradgi and Mount Ousley.
For people further south or north, a mix of in-person and online sessions often works well, with occasional visits to the rooms and regular sessions by video.
Telehealth also means families in regional NSW and interstate can access EMDR, trauma therapy and parent support without the travel.
A list of the suburbs we serve, with travel information for each, is on our Illawarra service area page.
About the practice
Is the practice AHPRA registered?
Yes. Our psychologist is registered with the Psychology Board of Australia through AHPRA, registration number [registration number to confirm]. You can check current registration on the public AHPRA register at any time. Registration requires ongoing training, supervision and adherence to a professional code of conduct.
Are the rooms accessible?
[Confirm accessibility details.] If you have specific access needs, such as mobility support, a quieter arrival time or help with hearing, tell us when you book and we will make arrangements. Telehealth is also available for anyone who finds travelling to the rooms difficult.
Do you publish client reviews?
No. Under national advertising rules for health services, psychologists cannot use testimonials in their advertising. We would rather you get to know how we work through our information pages, and through a first conversation, so you can decide if the practice is the right fit.
Get in touch
Have a question before booking? Call or send an enquiry and we will get back to you.