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Our Team

Our Counsellors and Psychologists are professional, experienced, and dedicated to providing safe, expert, and trusted mental health care. Each therapist upholds the highest professional and ethical standards, ensuring confidentiality and creating a secure space for individual counselling, couples/relationship counselling, and emotional support.

 

Each of our team members participates in regular clinical supervision and ongoing professional development to ensure excellence in practice and provide trusted, compassionate care.

We are located at Victoria Park.

Available to see National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) clients.

 

Online Counselling is also available. Schedule a session with our Counsellors and Psychologists

from Perth or anywhere in the world. 

Lyn
Vernadette
Janine
Alison
Wendy
VIC PARK
Ruth
Paul
Jarrick
Dr Allison
Katherine
Denise
Matthew
Kerry
Gaston
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CEO

Lyn is a well sought-after Counsellor; she is the owner and CEO Connections Healthcare Centre and Counselling and Psychology services across Perth. Lyn has over 34 years’ experience helping people through difficult and complex life circumstances. Lyn’s personal, professional experience and expertise brings a depth and richness to the therapeutic relationship/setting enhancing the outcomes achieved in individual, couples, and group therapy. 

Her clients and colleagues describe Lyn as very compassionate, genuine, insightful and is committed to helping people through life’s difficulties. Read what people are saying about Lyn.

Lyn is available at Victoria Park on Wednesdays and Fridays.

 

To book an appointment, call us or  send a message

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Administrative Assistant

Grace Mokala is currently completing her Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) at Curtin University and hopes to practise as a psychologist in the future. She has a particular interest in women’s health and brain health research and is a soon-to-be published co-author on forthcoming academic papers in these areas.

 

Grace is often described as having a calm, peaceful presence and enjoys connecting with people, making them feel comfortable and cared for.

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Digital Marketing Manager

Vernadette has a solid background in marketing, with core expertise in Search Engine Optimization, Website Content Management, and Social Media Strategy, built on a foundation in mainstream advertising.

She has been part of Connections since 2021, leading digital marketing campaigns and implementing online strategies for Connections Counselling and Healthcare Centre, Hope Alive, and Pause Retreats across multiple platforms — helping spearhead the organisation’s growth and digital presence.

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Psychologist

Paul has 25 years of experience as a Psychologist. He has an authentic, gentle, patient, empathic, warm and calming nature that fosters a deepening sense of support, safety and engagement. He endeavours to meet people where they are at while at the same time helping them explore and reconnect with the ‘heart’ of the deeper unresolved and often hidden core issues that impact and undermine all aspects of their wellbeing.

 

Paul is available at Victoria Park on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays. To book an appointment, call us or  send a message.

You can also BOOK ONLINE >>

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Senior and Lead Psychologist – Neurodevelopment & Complex Presentations

Dr Allison R. King is a Registered Psychologist (AHPRA), psychotherapist, researcher, and author with international training across psychology, psychotherapy, neuroscience, and neurodevelopment. She holds a Doctorate in Psychology and Psychotherapy, a Master of Science in Psychology with Distinction, postgraduate in Neuroscience and Psychology from King's College London, advanced clinical education in the Care of Autistic Adults through Harvard Medical School, and a Master of Business Administration.

Medicare rebates may be available for eligible clients referred under a Mental Health Treatment Plan.

Dr King is currently fully booked for 2026. Appointments from end of January 2027 are now available for booking, subject to availability and clinical suitability.

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Provisional Psychologist

Alison provides a safe space for you to unpack the concerns you are experiencing and gain the life skills you need for the life you want to lead.

With vast experience in working with adults, youth, children and families, Alison brings a respectful and compassionate perspective and enjoys helping her clients find healthy perceptions of themselves.

Alison is available at Victoria Park on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. To book an appointment, call us or  send a message.

Not eligible for Medicare rebate, doctor's referral is not required.

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Provisional Psychologist

Katherine is a provisional psychologist with a background in counselling.  Katherine brings a warm integrative approach, drawing on modalities such as Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Positive Psychology, and Attachment Theory, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client.  Katherine has experience working with grief, trauma, anxiety and depression while always anchoring to a framework of hope and resilience.  She has a particular passion for supporting individuals and couples navigating pregnancy-related loss and infertility.

​Katherine is available at Victoria Park on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

 

To book an appointment, call us or  send a message.

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Counsellor

Ruth is a counsellor with over 14 years of experience working with young people, couples and families. She has worked in school and hospital settings, not-for-profit organisations and disability and mining sectors providing wellbeing and mental health support.

 

Ruth is warm, genuine and has a relational approach as a person-centred counsellor. She is passionate about mental health and wellbeing, working from an integrative and eclectic approach to best meet the person’s need.  

Ruth offers individual video sessions only, and she is currently not available for couples counselling. To book an appointment, call us or  send a message.

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Counsellor 

Jarrick is dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and finding ways to thrive. With over a decade dedicated to working in education, He has cultivated a deep understanding of the unique challenges young people face. He has experience that honed his ability to foster care built on trust and active listening. 

Jarrick also has a passion for theology and extensive experience in pastoral care, working with people of all ages and backgrounds to navigate their spiritual lives. 

 

Jarrick is available at Victoria Park on Thursdays.

Currently unavailable for couples counselling.

 

To book an appointment, call us or  send a message.

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Counsellor

Matthew is a clinical counsellor and psychotherapist, licensed under PACFA. He is based in East Victoria Park and offers a warm, grounded, and collaborative therapeutic presence. He works with individuals, couples, and families. His approach centres on creating and maintaining reflective spaces where clients can explore their experiences at a pace that feels comfortable and self-directed. Matthew integrates Psychodynamic, Interpersonal, Systems, Attachment, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) modalities to support clients in deepening their understanding of themselves and their relationships.

 

Matthew is available at Victoria Park on Wednesdays.

 

To book an appointment, call us or  send a message.

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Counsellor

Janine has a proven exemplary result in  counselling as she works for more than 14 years in a range of areas including trauma, abuse, addiction, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, identity and relationships. She has an integrative approach, according to individual needs, while working collaboratively, navigating through life’s difficulties across diverse cultural backgrounds.

 

Janine is available at Victoria Park on Mondays. To book an appointment, call us or  send a message.

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Counsellor

Having journeyed through her own experiences of harm and trauma, Wendy has learned the crucial value of safety and respect within the therapeutic relationship.  She recognises the courage of her clients in choosing to face their pain, and honours them with dignity and a sense of empowerment within the sacred places they want to explore.  The path is not always easy to navigate, but Wendy is committed to walking alongside her clients with gentleness, patience, and compassion.

Wendy is available at Victoria Park on  Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Currently unavailable for couples counselling.

 

To book an appointment, call us or  send a message.

You can also BOOK ONLINE >>

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Counsellor

Denise has 25 years of extensive experience counselling children and working with families in need. As a woman of faith, Denise, with God, joins clients on their healing journey to assist them to discover, accept and find solutions to resolve what is impacting them or their families.

 

She is a genuine, resilient lady with a love and passion for working with children and families.

 

Denise is available at Victoria on Fridays. 

Currently unavailable for new client bookings.

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Counsellor

Kerry is a person‑centred counsellor who supports individuals aged 14 and over, as well as couples and families. She brings a warm, relatable presence and offers a space where clients can speak openly, feel heard without judgement, and explore their experiences at a pace that feels safe and respectful. 

Her professional background includes work within the education sector, where she offered counselling and emotional support to both students and staff.

Kerry is available at Victoria Park on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

 

To book an appointment, call us or  send a message.

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Counsellor

Leigh provides ethical, compassionate counselling for individuals, couples and families. Her approach draws on Person-Centred Therapy, Positive Psychology, Solution-Focused Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), helping clients recognise their strengths, develop healthier perspectives, find hope and move towards meaningful change. Above all, she aims to create a safe, respectful and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard, valued and supported.

Leigh is available at Victoria Park on Saturdays.

To book an appointment, call us or  send a message.

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Counsellor

Gaston is a counsellor with over 22 years of experience helping individuals, couples and families. He has extensive teaching experience in the fields of psychology, counselling and education. He has worked as a clinician in Australia and overseas in different settings including universities, agencies and private practice.

Gaston provides support for young people, individuals and couples in different areas including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, grief, relationships and stress management. He also has extensive experience in treating problem in gambling and its effects.

 

Currently unavailable for client bookings.​

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Professional Affiliations and Verified Credentials

All our Counsellors and Psychologists are registered with recognised professional bodies,

ensuring high standards of care and ethical practice.

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Affiliations
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