Psychologist and Neuropsychologist in Ashgrove, Brisbane
Progress. Together.
Make meaningful change with the right psychologist for you
Our experienced team of psychologists work collaboratively with you to understand your circumstances and provide clear, evidence-based guidance and practical strategies to help you move forward
20+ Highly experienced psychologists
Medicare and Private Health rebates available
Supporting clience since 2012
What are your main concerns?
Deciding to see a psychologist is an important step toward improving your mental health and well-being. Select what feels closest for more information.
Anxiety, stress and OCD
Low mood and depression
Trauma, loss and adjustment
Relationships, family and parenting
ADHD, Autism and neurodiversity
Self-esteem, burnout and perfectionism
Children, teens and families
Health concerns
Cognitive concerns
Work and study support
Additional mental health concerns
Anxiety, stress & OCD
Anxiety is one of the most common reasons people seek support from a psychologist. Whether it’s persistent worry, panic attacks, social anxiety, phobias, or OCD, our team has the experience to help you understand what’s driving it and build practical tools to manage it.
Phobias
Sleep issues
Low mood and depression
Depression can show up in many ways, low energy, loss of interest, feeling disconnected, or struggling to get through the day. Our team works collaboratively with you to understand what’s happening and help you find your way back to yourself.
Low self-esteem
Relationship challenges
Burnout
Trauma, loss and adjustment
Trauma can stem from a single event or build over time. Our team includes psychologists trained in leading trauma therapies, including CBT, EMDR, Schema Therapy, and DBT matched to your specific experience and needs.
Trauma and PTSD
Adjustment issues
Grief and loss
ADF / Defence
Complex trauma
Relationships, family and parenting
Relationship difficulties, whether with a partner, family members, or in how you relate to others, can be some of the most distressing challenges we face. Our team helps you understand patterns, improve communication, and build healthier connections.
Family conflicts
Relationship challenges
Perinatal psychology
Parenting support
ADHD, Autism and neurodiversity
In addition to diagnosis and assessments, our experienced team works from a strengths-based perspective, helping you understand how your brain works and thrive on your own terms.
ADHD therapy
Autism support
Neurodiversity support
Executive functioning
Support for carers
ADHD Assessment
Autism Assessment
Self-esteem, burnout and perfectionism
Burnout, low self-esteem and perfectionism can quietly erode your confidence and wellbeing over time. Our team works with you to understand what’s driving these patterns and build a kinder, more sustainable relationship with yourself.
Self-esteem
Perfectionism
Imposter syndrome
Self-care
Burnout
Perfectionism
Sleep problems
Identity issues
Stress
Children, teens and families
Growing up can be genuinely hard. Our team sees children from age 8 and teenagers for therapy, offering a warm, age-appropriate space to work through anxiety, school challenges, social difficulties, family changes, and more.
Child psychology
Teen psychology
School and learning
Health concerns
Living with ongoing physical symptoms or health anxiety can feel isolating and exhausting. Our team helps you understand the connection between your physical and emotional wellbeing, and develop practical tools to improve your quality of life.
Chronic pain
Chronic fatigue
Chronic illness
Somatic symptom disorder
Illness anxiety
FND
Cognitive concerns
Whether you’ve noticed changes in your memory, are recovering from a concussion, or are adjusting to a neurological condition, our team provides specialist psychological support to help you manage cognitive challenges and maintain your quality of life.
Post-concussion
Cognitive difficulties
Dementia
Memory issues
FND
Work & study support
Work and study pressures can quietly build until they affect every part of your life. Our team works with you to understand what’s driving the difficulty and develop the skills and strategies you need to move forward with confidence.
Workplace stress
Return to work/study
Additional mental health concerns
Our team also supports a range of other mental health concerns. They will works with you to understand these experiences and develop practical strategies to support stability and wellbeing.
Addiction
Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Looking for an assessment?
ADHD and Austism assessments
Brain health and neuropsychology
NDIS assessments
Learning and intellectual assessments
Capacity assessments
Workplace and fitness for duty assessments
Psychological diagnostic assessments
ADHD and Autism assessments
Comprehensive ADHD and Autism assessments for children, teens and adults. We provide comprehensive, evidence-based assessments delivered by an experienced, highly trained team. We can help you better understand your experiences and provide practical, tailored recommendations to support your day-to-day life.
ADHD & Autism Assessment
Learning & intellectual assessments
We provide assessments for learning difficulties, including dyslexia, intellectual impairment, and giftedness. These assessments help clarify strengths, identify areas of need, and guide practical supports across school, work, and daily life.
Learning difficulties
Dyslexia
Gifted and talented
Intellectual impairment
Dyscalculia Assessment
Brain health and neuropsychology
We assess and support cognitive and behavioural changes related to conditions such as brain injury, stroke, epilepsy, tumours, dementia, and memory difficulties. Our approach focuses on understanding changes in thinking and functioning and supporting everyday wellbeing.
Traumatic Brain Injury
Acquired Brain Injuries
Stroke/Epilepsy/Tumours
Dementia
Memory problems
Cognitive difficulties
FND
NDIS assessments
We complete assessments to support NDIS access, planning, and review. Our reports are clear, functional, and aligned with NDIS requirements to help guide appropriate supports.
Workplace & fitness for duty assessments
We provide assessments related to return to work, fitness for duty, and workplace functioning, including WorkCover and NIISQ matters. These assessments focus on capacity, safety, and supporting successful return to activity.
Return to work
Fitness for duty
WorkCover
NIISQ
Returning to activities
Capacity assessments
We assess decision making capacity across areas such as personal, financial, and medical decisions. Our approach is structured, respectful, and focused on clear, practical recommendations.
Psychological diagnostic assessments
We provide comprehensive diagnostic assessments to clarify mental health and cognitive presentations. This helps guide treatment, planning, and access to appropriate supports.
Diagnostic clarification
Entry requirements
Return to work
Why choose Hardwick Psychological Services?
20+ Highly experienced psychologists
All psychologists are Master’s and Doctorate qualified
Medicare & Private Health rebates available
Tailored, empathetic, evidence-based, goal-oriented treatment
Convenient Ashgrove, Brisbane location
Large psychological assessment team
In-person and telehealth therapy available
Our Psychologists
Dr Sascha Hardwick
DIRECTOR – CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST & CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST
Dr Sarah Pollock
TEAM LEADER – CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST & CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST
Amber Dornbusch
PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr Casey Roberts
SENIOR CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Stuart Wilkinson
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Madison Brennan
PSYCHOLOGIST
Alice Middleton
PSYCHOLOGIST
Caitlin Knight
SENIOR CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST / SUPERVISOR
Mikayla Hancock
PSYCHOLOGIST
Isabella Alberti
PSYCHOLOGIST
Jac Tichbon
SENIOR CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Kate Philp
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr Mathilde Gargan
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST & CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST
Dr Teagan King
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST & CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST
Megan Samuel
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Wonny Kim
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr Katharine Baker
SENIOR CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST
Dr Janet Wright
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST & CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST
Rebekah Randall
(On leave) SENIOR CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST
Michele Hunter
SENIOR CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST AND NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST
Sophia Robson
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Support Staff
Andrea
Business Manager
Joel
Marketing
Teresa
Practice Manager
Meredith
Administration Officer
Grace
Administration Officer
Gabby
Administration Officer
Olivia
Administration Officer
Charlotte
Administration Officer
Hannah
Administration Officer
Adele
Administration Officer
Fletcher
Dr Sarah Pollock’s Therapy Dog
Our therapy rooms
The team prides itself on providing a welcoming and comfortable environment for all.
We’re based in Ashgrove, Brisbane within Highpoint Plaza on Waterworks Rd. There is ample off-street parking, numerous bus services and lift access.
Who we treat
We see clients throughout all stages of life.
Children
We understand the unique challenges that children face.
Our team works with children from 8+ years for therapy and 6+ years for assessments.
Teens
Adolescence can be a challenging time, and sometimes young people need extra support to navigate the complexities of life.
Adults
We see adults and older adults for therapy and assessment.
Psychologist Registrations and Accreditation
Member of the Australian Psychological Society
Approved Medicare Provider
Registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
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About the Ashgrove Suburb
The Ashgrove suburb is situated 4km North West of the Brisbane CBD and borders, Bardon, The Gap, Enoggera, Newmarket and Red Hill. Ashgrove is a high socioeconomic area popular with professional family residents. The main shopping area is located on the intersection of Waterworks Rd, Ashgrove Av and Wardell St. This area includes a number of shops, cafes and restaurants including Junk Bar, Ashgrove Fresh Fruit, and Home Store Cafe.