Meet the Team

We are passionate about improving the lives of the people we help

Our team has extensive experience and education in assessment, therapy, training, and consultancy work. We use evidence-based practices which include trauma and a neurodiverse-informed approach to delivering our services and they are a product of our years of experiences, combined with the latest research.

We are passionate about mental health and our team provide:

• Skills in assessments for autism, ADHD, intellectual disability, academic learning concerns, social-emotional challenges, and behavioural and memory issues.
• A positive strengths-based approach to our assessments to ensure that they are useful, and relevant and work towards your goals.
• Diverse therapeutic approaches (ACT, EMDR, schema therapy, emotion-focused therapy, psychotherapy, and CBT) that are evidenced-based and individualised for each client or group to achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Many evidence-based group programs for children and adults.
• Board-approved supervisors for Provisional Psychologists and eager to contribute to the ongoing development of psychologists.
• Registered NDIS Providers and have extensive experience in supporting clients with NDIS funding.

Philippa Scott 

Clinical Psychologist and Director

Hi, my name is Philippa! I’m a Clinical Psychologist and Director at The Psychology & Consultancy Group. I have experience working with a broad range of mental health concerns with children, adolescents, families, and adults. I began my career in paediatric psychology and have continuously developed my assessment skills over the years. Prior to private practice I worked in multidisciplinary allied health teams, coordinated mental health programs across NSW, and managed a school counselling team. I’m originally from a farm in North Western NSW and completed high school in Dubbo. I have strong connections to regional, rural and remote communities. I am also a trained teacher and found this to be a useful addition to the skills and knowledge I possess as a clinical psychologist. I look forward to making a positive impact with you!

MAPS, PSY0001913586

BA-Psych, Dip Ed; BSocSc (Psych) (Hons1); MPsych (Clin)

Nick Hurford

Registered Psychologist and Director

Hi, I’m Nick! I’m a Registered Psychologist, Registered Behaviour Support Practitioner and Director at The Psychology & Consultancy Group. A deep appreciation of the Western Plains has seen me living in the region for over 20 years. My Psychological practice is supported by my portfolio of experience as an educator; having taught Kindergarten through to HSC English, and my time as a sessional lecturer at Charles Sturt University. In my years of Psychological service I have worked with infants, children, adolescents, their carers, adults, disability services, non-government organisations, private practice and other stakeholder organisations in mental health, private enterprise and education. With this foundation, I apply Psychology to a variety of settings through consultation, assessment, intervention, report writing, behaviour support and training across the region.

In private practice, I offer a broad range of Psychological services that include work with NDIS Participants, Workers Compensation clients, and private clients, as well as developing and delivering workplace training and workshops. I have a particular interest in psychometric testing, assessment, behaviour support, report writing, consultation, and workplace culture. I use a wide range of tools and resources to support each person or corporate client, tailored to their individual needs in a holistic way.

MAPS, PSY00019179208

BA, GrdDipTh, BPrmEdStd, BScHons1(Psych)

Camilla Cullenward

Provisional Psychologist

Hi, I'm Camilla! I'm a Provisional Psychologist. I grew up on a farm near Coonamble, spending my high school years in the Central West.

I originally studied psychology at ANU in Canberra directly after completing school, followed by over a decade working for the federal government in a range of community development programs. My husband and I moved to Dubbo when we started our family in 2010 and now have four children.

After working and juggling motherhood, I felt a strong desire to return to the field of psychology, so completed my Postgraduate studies in Psychology remotely via CSU.

I am developing my skills across a range of psychological strategies and techniques with an open mind, and look forward to assisting you to achieve meaningful and positive outcomes from our time and work together.

MAPS, PSY0002593833

BA Soc Sc (Psych) (Hons), GrdDip Psych, BA Psych

Cindy Walsh

REGISTERED Psychologist

Hi, I'm Cindy! I am a Registered Psychologist at The Psychology & Consultancy Group. I am a new mum and enjoying finding my balance between parenthood and my love of Psychology.

I completed my Undergraduate studies in Psychology at Griffith, followed by my Post-Graduate Diploma at Bond University, on the Gold Coast. Following my studies, I have spent time working in the education systems with school counselling, as well as a period in case management.

The psychological strategies and techniques that I have a particular interest in are Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and I enjoy working with children and adolescents. I have a particular interest in psychometric testing and assessment. I have enjoyed increasing my exposure to different assessment modalities to best understand the client’s presentation and provide appropriate support. 

MAPS, PSY0002297114

BPsychSc, GradDipPsychSc 

Joanne Crowe

Administration

Hi, I'm Jo and I perform the admin role at The Psychology & Consultancy Group. I enjoy assisting others and helping clients connect with our clinicians.

I’m originally from Forbes and now enjoy living in Dubbo. I am a very proud mum to three wonderful children.

I have loved working in a range of industries including Insurance, Finance, and Mental Health. My professional journey includes extensive experience in customer service, data entry, office logistics, finance applications, insurance and NGO systems. My expertise in databases, practice systems and administrative problem solving is second only to my love of working with people. It is my pleasure to work with The Psychology and Consultancy Group, our clients and associate professionals.

Paige Jackson

Registered Psychologist

Hi, I’m Paige! I am a Registered Psychologist at the Psychology and Consultancy Group. I grew up and went to school in Dubbo, and returned to the Central West following my time at university. I completed a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) at the University of Wollongong. Following this, I moved back to Dubbo and completed my internship working with a broad range of clients in both the disability sector and private practice. I enjoy working with a diverse range of clients, from children to adults, providing both psychological assessment and intervention. I use a wide range of therapy techniques and resources to provide support for individual goals and outcomes.

PSY0002427227

BA Psychology (Hons)

Pip Donaldson

Provisional Psychologist

Hi my name is Pip! I am a provisional psychologist working in a telehealth capacity with the Psychology and Consultancy Group. I have grown up on a farm in North-Western New South Wales and I currently live and work remotely.

I have completed a Bachelor of Psychology with Honours and I am in my sixth year of postgraduate studies with the University of New England. I have worked in the disability sector and I have also spent some time supporting farmers in disaster relief. 

The psychological modalities that interest me are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. I particularly enjoy counselling and working with adults. I am broadening my skillset in assessment and across other evidence-based psychological interventions such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I look forward to collaborating with you to achieve your therapeutic goals. 

PSY0002700430

BA Psychology (Hons)