About Carolyn Pickworth
Hi, I’m Carolyn! I have been living and working in Lightning Ridge since 2012. I am passionate about providing quality mental health support for rural and remote families. I enjoy running, swimming and spending time with my fiancé and our (nearly) 3 year old daughter. I also have two sausage dogs called Frankie and Skittles.
Qualification and Professional Development
University of Newcastle | Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
Graduated 2009
Griffith University | Graduate Diploma of Education (Primary)
Graduated 2011
University of Wollongong | Graduate Diploma in Psychology
Graduated 2015
PD:
I completed the AHPRA pathway to become a registered Psychologist in 2018. I completed Professor Tracy Westerman’s Aboriginal Mental Health Training and have been trained to use a number of unique psychometric tests for Aboriginal people including the Westerman Aboriginal Symptom Checklist-Youth and Adult.
Clinical areas of interest
Educational and Developmental Psychology
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples mental health
Neurodivergent-affirming therapy practices
Trauma Informed Practice
What are some of your favourite approaches to therapy?
Building emotional regulation and coping skills through play-based therapy. Working with families to build on positive relationships and develop attachment styles.
What is your favourite thing about working at Outback Therapy?
I like working with a great team. We are very supportive of each other and passionate about providing quality services and care to our community.
FUN FACT!
My partner and I recently bought our first home in Lightning Ridge that we are currently renovating!
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