Sue Jakes

Psychologist

Sue is the principal psychologist at Valley Psychology and has been working with marginalised and vulnerable populations in the public, private and Non-Government sectors for many years. She works alongside children, young people and adults who are experiencing a multitude of mental health related concerns. Sue has a particular interest in offering creative, nature-based interventions for those who have experienced relational trauma.

Outside of her role as a psychologist, Sue loves nothing more than spending time in nature, reading, camping or exploring the trails with her trusty steed, Joe.

 

Rachel Elton

Psychologist

Rach brings with her a wealth of experience and is committed to providing quality psychological interventions, delivered creatively and flexibly to meet the needs of each of her clients.

Rach will operate from the Yarraaman site in Toronto where clients can choose to have their session in the comfort of our well appointed office or outdoors among the tranquil bushland setting.

Andi Dickmeyer

Provisional Psychologist

Andi is a Provisional Psychologist, and grew up in the United States. Andi has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Philosophy, and is currently completing a Master of Clinical Psychology at the University of Newcastle. She has worked in a wide array of settings including acute psychiatric inpatient hospitals, adventure therapy programs, a university counselling center, and in community mental health.

In her free time, she loves to cook for the people she loves, watch quality stand-up comedy, and spend time adventuring outdoors.

Kim

Kim is the backbone; she manages all things administration …. And so much more! Kim is usually the first person our clients speak with; she brings a multitude of skills and experience to the role as well as a warm and caring nature. 

The animals and the natural setting have a special offering in the therapeutic process.

Just like for those who we support, each animal we work alongside is regarded as a unique and precious being with their own individual needs and rights to a safe and healthy environment where they are free to express their individuality.

 

Our practitioners are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and follow stringent guidelines related to confidentiality, informed consent and privacy. Such integrity ensures that our clients receive professional, high quality services that promote safe, respectful relationships and positive outcomes.