Our Team

ClinPsych only employ Psychologists who are highly qualified, experienced, and most importantly, who share our core objective to deliver outcome focussed, effective and respectful treatment. They hold memberships with the peak professional organisations in their field, have a variety of post-graduate qualifications, engage in regular professional supervision and undergo constant professional development.

We try to offer flexibility which enables you to choose a Psychologist from our team that you think best suits your needs with the help of our friendly Reception team.

LUKE BROOMHALL — Director, Psychologist

Luke Broomhall holds a Masters in Forensic Psychology and has a wide range of experience in clinical treatment, general counselling and forensic assessment. Luke has provided treatment programs in drug and alcohol, aggressive behaviour and gambling addiction. He has also worked extensively in providing 1:1 treatment for PTSD, anxiety and depression. He is a member of the Australian Psychological Society and of the APS College of Forensic Psychologists.

SAMANTHA YOUNG — Director, Psychologist

Samantha holds a Masters of Psychology (Clinical) from the University of Adelaide and a Masters of Business Administration from Melbourne University. She is a registered psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society. Samantha is experienced in working with clients presenting with a wide variety of problems such as depression and anxiety, stress and lifestyle issues. She is an experienced Executive Coach and has a strong background in HR Strategy Consulting, formal investigations and Strategic Planning facilitation.

MADELINE BARKLAY — Psychologist

Madeline joined the ClinPsych team in 2009 and accepts Medicare and WorkCover referrals. She holds a Masters in Forensic Psychology from the University of South Australia, and is a registered psychologist. She has experience in the clinical treatment and assessment of a range of problems including depression and anxiety related disorders, forensic assessment and intervention, child psychology, as well as general counselling for stress, relationship and lifestyle problems.

CHERYL AHRENS — Psychologist

Cheryl has worked as a psychologist since 1994, and has a Masters in Psychology (Clinical & Health). A member of the Australian, Psychological Society’s College of Clinical Psychologists, she is registered with Medicare to provide specialist clinical services. She has experience in a wide range of clinical settings including adult mental health services (hospital and community-based), community health and general hospital services, child and adolescent mental health services, employment-related services and forensic services. She has special interest and training in the assessment and treatment of trauma, depression and anxiety conditions, and in the use of hypnosis to assist change.

HILARY STEIN — Psychologist

Hilary holds a Masters of Psychology (Clinical) from the University of Western Australia.  She is a registered Psychologist and a Member of the Clinical College of the Australian Psychological Society.  Hilary has twenty years experience providing interventions to individuals experiencing difficulties with anxiety, self-esteem and lifestyle issues, also working with children and families.  She has a strong interest in the connection between the personal and the organisation.  She has extensive experience in executive and management coaching, and specialises in coaching to women in middle and upper management.

NICOLLE CUMMINS — Psychologist

Nicolle has a background in providing high level psychological services to a variety of corporate entities (including Santos). Nicolle has acted as manager of a team of psychologists providing Critical Incident Debriefing, Employee Assistance Programs and Fit for Work services. She has extensive experience in clinical assessment and treatment of anxiety, depression, drug and alcohol misuse and relationship issues as management coaching. Nicolle has also provided clinical services in her previous roles in a major insurance company, private practice and acute mental health.