Tom De Pauw

Tom is a Clinical Psychologist with a wide interest and passion for his field. Tom works with adolescents and adults experiencing (but not limited to):

• Various forms of trauma while dealing with the aftermath and consequence of these events
• Personality disorders which are impacting on their daily life and interpersonal relationships
• Issues in adolescence and teenage years, often leading to difficulties in home, school environment and in their relationships
• Mood disorders (including anxiety, stress, burnout, depression)
• Psychosis as part of a schizophrenic diagnosis or induced by various factors
• Traumatic Brain injuries such as stroke, TIA and accidental injuries. This involves looking at a multitude of cognitive, emotional and personality changes while including the environment of the client.

Background and experience

Tom was awarded a Masters of Science in Clinical Psychology with Distinction after completing an undergraduate degree in Psychology at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) in Belgium. After his studies, he worked at a psychiatric hospital in the department of Acquired (or Traumatic) Brain injuries. In this setting he conducted individual and group therapy with an additional task of conducting neuropsychological assessments. After his location to Australia and entry into the Central Queensland area, he has subsequently completed a further two years of clinical supervision in Australia with membership into the College of Clinical Psychologists upon completion. During this time he built up experience in the non-profit sector, the CQU wellness clinic, mentoring and supervising clinical psychology students, adolescent counselling (at Head-space and in his private practice). Tom has experience conducting clinical, cognitive and psychosocial assessments, as well as delivering both individual and group interventions.

Therapeutic approaches

Depending on his client’s needs and preferences Tom uses a variety of evidence-based approaches including:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
• Clinical Neuro-Psychotherapy

Tom believes in a multifaceted approach to therapy and tailors the sessions according to the client’s requirements. He is passionate about his work and has a keen interest in psychoanalysis and the history of psychology in general.

Availability

Tom works in private practice in Yeppoon and Rockhampton, does outreach in Mount Morgan and provides lectures contractually to external organisations. Appointments are generally available for new and continuing clients within a 2-3 week period.

For further information or to book an appointment, please go to www.intohealthservices.net or call 0457268356.