Hi, I believe therapy should be tailored to your unique experiences because I recognise that each person's challenges and needs are different. My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness, and Attachment theories. I am also trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).

I understand that starting therapy—especially for the first time—can feel daunting. I aim to create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where we can explore what’s bringing you here. Together, we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you while also identifying patterns that may no longer be serving you. My goal is to support you in gaining a deeper understanding of yourself, making meaningful changes, and ultimately, enhancing your well-being.

Please note Hilary is not currently accepting new clients or clients on waiting list.

I work with adults and offer both short- and long-term therapy for:

• Sexual difficulties (e.g. vaginismus/painful sex, low desire, erectile concerns)
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Trauma (single-incident and complex developmental trauma)
• Personality vulnerabilities
• Chronic health conditions and their impact on sexual function
• Gender and sexual diversity
• Relational and intimacy-based concerns (e.g. improving sexual function)
• ADHD, Autism & AudHD
• Life transitions and adjustment
• Stress management

Please note: I do not typically provide couples therapy.

‍My doctoral research focused on developing and evaluating psychological treatment for vaginismus, which led to a deep interest in helping individuals improve sexual function and satisfaction—whether single or in a relationship. I work with those experiencing pain with sex due to vaginismus (GPPPD), endometriosis, or chronic pelvic pain, and take an integrative, whole-person approach to care but regardless of what brings you to therapy, my focus is always on providing a warm, non-judgemental space where we can explore what matters to you, strengthen your resilience, and help you move towards the life you want.

Qualifications & Professional Registrations

• Registered Clinical Psychologist – Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Board-Approved Supervisor – Psychology Board of Australia
• Doctorate of Clinical Psychology – Queensland University of Technology
• Graduate Certificate in Sexology – Curtin University
• Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology – Queensland University of Technology
• ‍Bachelor of Psychological Science – Griffith University‍
• Former Vice President – Sexual Health Society of Queensland

Availability

Unfortunately I am not currently accepting new clients. If you are an existing or previous client, please contact the clinic via email.

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Online resources

QENDO Manage Endo - https://www.qendo.org.au/manageendo Dr Lindberg's talk on Sex and Intimacy

QENDO - An Hour with QENDO presentation An Hour with QENDO
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ADHD Her Way Podcast episode on Neurodiversity, sex and sensory needs