- Neuro-affirming
- Trauma-informed
- Children, teens & adults
- LGBTQIA+ welcome
To empower neurodivergent children and adults with the safety to heal and the tools to thrive, cultivating authentic self-trust at every stage of life.
A future where every mind is understood, not fixed.
How we work
What you can expect from us, whether you come for an assessment, therapy or both.
Neuro-affirming
ADHD, autism and other neurotypes are natural ways of being. We build on your strengths, not on trying to change who you are.
Trauma-informed
Safety, choice and trust come first. You set the pace, and you never have to share more than you’re ready to.
Culturally responsive
We consider your family, culture and community, not just your symptoms. All identities are welcome here.
Sensory-aware
Breaks, fidgets, movement, written check-ins and camera-off telehealth are all welcome. Just let us know what helps.
Evidence-based
We use approaches with strong research support, adapted to how your brain works and what matters to you.
Collaborative
We set goals together and explain every step. You’re the expert on your own life.
Meet our psychologists
Experienced, Board Approved Supervisors who bring warmth and practical skill to every session.
MJ Basilio
Principal Psychologist · Board Approved SupervisorMJ provides trauma-focused, neuro-affirming therapy and ADHD, autism and cognitive assessments for children, teens and adults. She has more than 20 years’ experience supporting individuals and families, with a background in disability, child protection and family support. As a Filipino-Australian psychologist, she brings a culturally informed perspective to her work.
Read MJ’s profile →
David Hawkins
Clinical Psychologist · Board Approved SupervisorDavid has more than 25 years’ experience as a clinical psychologist with children, adolescents and adults. He provides assessment, therapy and clinical supervision, and has worked in public mental health, private practice and hospital settings, and taught at university.
Read David’s profile →David runs his own independent private practice from our shared consulting rooms in Wahroonga, and manages his own bookings and fees. To book with David, please contact him through his profile page.
How we can help
Explore our assessments and therapy services.
Therapies we use
- ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
- CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), adapted for neurodivergent thinking
- DBT skills (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy)
- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)
- Psychodynamic psychotherapy, including the Conversational Model
Registration and memberships
- All our psychologists are registered with AHPRA
- Psychology Board Approved Supervisors
- Members of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc. and the Australian Psychological Society
- ACON Welcome Here member. We welcome and celebrate LGBTQIA+ people
- Medicare rebates available with a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan. See our fees
Frequently asked questions
Where is Psychcare Clinic?
We’re at Suite 4 & 5, 5 Redleaf Avenue, Wahroonga, in Redleaf Chambers. We’re easy to reach from Turramurra, Pymble, Hornsby and across the Upper North Shore. See directions and parking.
Do you offer telehealth?
Yes. Therapy is available by secure video anywhere in Australia. Some assessment testing needs to be done in person in Wahroonga.
Do I need a referral or a diagnosis?
No. You’re welcome whether you’re diagnosed, self-identified or simply curious. A GP referral and Mental Health Treatment Plan can help you claim a Medicare rebate for therapy.
Do you see children and adults?
Yes. We support children, teens, adults and families, for both assessment and therapy.
Ready to take the first step?
Book online, call us, or start with a free 15-minute call. We’ll listen, answer your questions and help you find the right support.
(02) 9037 3509Suite 4 & 5, 5 Redleaf Avenue, Wahroonga NSW 2076, and telehealth Australia-wide. Psychcare is not an emergency service. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 000 or contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.