- Eight years' experience
- English and Spanish
- AHPRA registered
About Hamish
Hamish Spick is a psychologist with eight years of experience in mental health care. He adopts a warm, non-judgemental manner to make talking about hard things easier. He aims to build trust quickly so people can begin working on what matters to them.
Hamish focuses on issues such as stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and depression. He also helps with life transitions and concerns like abandonment, communication problems, divorce and separation, and feeling isolated. He mentions work on mood difficulties, money stress, men’s issues and questions about life purpose.
His day-to-day approach draws on practical techniques from a range of evidence-based therapies. Hamish tailors interventions to each person’s goals rather than using a one-size-fits-all method. Sessions include clear, simple tools people can try between appointments.
Hamish speaks English and Spanish and practises in Australia under AHPRA. He encourages people to start small - a single conversation can point the way forward. He supports people through steady steps, with frequent check-ins about what is and isn't helping.
People who want straightforward, collaborative support often find his style useful. He invites prospective clients to consider what they hope to change and to take the first step when they feel ready.
How Hamish adapts evidence-based approaches online
Hamish commonly draws on cognitive behavioural ideas to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try small changes, and on acceptance and commitment approaches to help people focus on values and workable actions. These methods are practical and suit problems like anxiety, stress and mood concerns. He also uses skills from dialectical behaviour therapy for emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness when those tools fit what a person needs.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Hamish discusses options with each person and adjusts methods to match their goals, pace and preferences. The process is collaborative so clients can try techniques and give feedback about what helps.
Session formats were not specified in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, family and other commitments. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed, or save travel time so people can focus on the therapeutic work.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and depression, plus related concerns such as abandonment, isolation and life-purpose questions.
What style of therapy can I expect?
Sessions are practical and collaborative, using clear strategies from evidence-based therapies adapted to each person's goals.
How much experience does he have?
He has eight years of experience in mental health work and brings that background to sessions.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He practises in Australia and is registered with AHPRA.
Which languages are offered in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside Australia work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what are the costs?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.