Lorena Villalon

Lorena is a Registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency who holds a Master of Clinical Psychology degree. She is a Clinical Registrar for Clinical Psychology endorsement. She is also a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), the respective APS Clinical Psychologist group as well as the Australian Clinical Psychology Association. Lorena has experience in private practice, community mental health and not-for-profit settings. She is adept at working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, genders, and sexual orientations. Lorena adopts an evidence-based approach when addressing symptoms, utilising therapeutic interventions such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and mindfulness techniques. Her knowledge in psychology, psychophysiolopy and neuroscience helps her understand how the brain and body connect which allows her to apply a unique approach to her practice. Lorena aims to ensure therapy is tailored to an individual’s concerns, background, and history to help clients utilise their values and strengths to manage their distress and achieve positive outcomes. She is passionate about mental health and works to achieve client therapeutic goals. Lorena is interested in working collaboratively with individuals to create secure relationships and support networks. With an approach aligned with Ramsay’s DhiIosophy, Lorena looks forward to providing a suitable therapeutic space for clients to work towaras therapeutic goals.