Simon Andrews

Simon is the Principal Psychologist at OK  Psychology (Optimistic Kids and North Eastern Psychological Services). Simon holds a Masters Degree in Psychology. He is a registered psychologist (1996) and a Member of the Clinical College of the Australian Psychological Society. Simon has been in private practice since 1998. He has experience in working with all age groups and most psychological issues. In 2001 he trained with Martin Seligman’s team in Philadelphia, and then ran the Penn Resilience Program in South Australia until 2010. Since then he has written three resilience programs for Junior School, Middle School and New Arrivals that are used in schools and at OK Psychology. He has written and delivered mental toughness programs for the Port Adelaide Power Football Club Community Department, and taught these to Defence Force Families and school students with the assistance of the players and Russell Ebert. He has also written materials for the Power Community Youth Program. Simon’s most recent focus is in the assessment, treatment and prevention of internet gaming, social media and device addiction in children, adolescents and families.

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Our team

Simon Andrews works with a group of psychologists, some of whom also deliver the Optimistic Kids Program. The administration team assists the psychologists in delivering a professional service, and we encourage feedback and greatly appreciate referrals.

Psychologists

Demelza Sears

Demelza is a registered psychologist with experience working with individuals of all ages. Demelza has a special interest in the assessment, diagnosis and intervention of psychological conditions affecting children, adolescents and their families. Demelza has an understanding of the workcover process and the specific challenges faced by those who have lodged a workers compensation claim. Demelza also possesses experience with anxiety, depression, work-related stress, grief and general counselling.

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Sarah Harris

​Sarah has been a psychologist since 2012. She has experience and enjoys working with individuals from a range of different stages of life and backgrounds. Sarah has experience in dealing with a wide range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, postnatal depression, relationship difficulties, and post traumatic stress disorder. Sarah has a great ability to build rapport with people and support and assist them through the goals they want to achieve. She specialises in working with adolescents.

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Ann Weir

Ann is a Clinical Psychologist, Member of the Australian Psychological Society and Clinical College of the APS. 
Beginning her career in high school teaching, after over 20 years’ experience working in both state and private schools, Ann began working as a psychologist with a particular interest in school and learning difficulties. Ann enjoys working with children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of issues.
 
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Mandy George

Mandy is a Registered Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about working with children, adolescents, adults and families. She has extensive experience providing assessment and therapy services to children and adolescents with depression, anxiety, behavioural problems, trauma, grief issues, and school-related difficulties. Mandy also has experience treating a range of adult mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, work stress, grief and loss, anger problems, and relationship difficulties.

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​Jodie Williams

Jodie is a Registered Psychologist who works with individuals of all ages, and has a particular interest in working with children, adolescents and their families.  Jodie has a special interest in disability including autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disorders, chronic illness, chronic pain, and anxiety.  As a result of her previous training in social work and teaching, Jodie also works closely with school staff and other professionals to address issues such as school refusal, social skills difficulties, bullying and emotional regulation.

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Danielle Forward
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Danielle has been a registered psychologist since 2011. She is a warm and caring therapist who enjoys people from all walks of life. Danielle is passionate about helping clients build skills and resilience to better cope with life's stressors.  Danielle has experience in working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds and with complex mental health needs.  For the past decade, Danielle has worked with clients experiencing significant life stressors and mental health disorders, including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, personality disorders, anger management, and drug and alcohol difficulties.  She is experienced in providing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy skills, Cognitive processing Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. 

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Administration

Practice Manager:
Fiona Ferguson

Receptionists:
​Jackie Thomson
Alyssa Pilgrim
​Brooke Rankin