Find your inner anchor, embrace security and stability
Welcome to Inner Anchor Psychology
Dr Cathy Pearson
BPsych (Hons), MPsych (Clin), PhD (ClinPsych)
Director
Dr Cathy Pearson is a Senior Clinical Psychologist, Board-Approved Supervisor. She has received advanced training in trauma-focused therapies and advanced therapies for complex presentations and diverse mental health concerns. She engages in ongoing advanced training and supervision in assessment, formulation, and evidence-based therapies, ensuring the highest standard of care for every client. Dr Pearson combines clinical expertise with a collaborative approach, supporting clients to navigate challenges and work toward lasting change. She provides a safe, stable, and structured space for recovery and personal growth.
High-quality clinical psychology services
Inner Anchor Psychology provides high-quality, evidence-based clinical psychology services. Each client receives a comprehensive clinical formulation, and treatment plans are carefully tailored to their individual needs. Clients can have confidence in the care they receive, as Dr Pearson undertakes regular advanced clinical supervision to ensure the highest standards of practice. We provide services locally and across Australia.
Treating adolescents 16 years and older, adults, older adult
Individual therapy (short and longer term)
Group Therapy
Therapy seminars
Clinical psychology supervision services
Work place wellbeing programs (upon request)
At Inner Anchor Psychology, we help clients navigate the following challenges:
• Mood disorders (depression, dysthymia, psychotic depression, bipolar disorder)
• Anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder)
• Skin picking behaviours, trichotillomania (hair pulling)
• Self harm, suicidal ideation and behaviour and self harm
• Relationship problems
• Adjustment problems
• Eating disorders and disordered eating
• Trauma-Informed Care – specialised treatment for complex, developmental, intergenerational, religious or PTSD-related trauma, helping clients safely process and heal from past experiences.
• Perinatal and Birth-Related Difficulties
• Personality disorders and vulnerabilities
• Grief and loss
• Psychotic Disorders (Stable / Non-Acute)
• Workplace stress
• Co-Occurring Substance Use Difficulties
• Somatic and chronic pain-related difficulties (where no clear organic cause is identified, using psychologically informed approaches to improve coping and quality of life)
• Older Adults navigating chronic health conditions, life transitions, bereavement, or changes in lifestyle
• First Responders, Health Professionals, and Military Personnel
Our vision
At Inner Anchor Psychology, our vision is to be a trusted safe harbour where individuals can navigate life’s challenges with clarity, confidence, and inner peace.
We are committed to creating a therapeutic space that is secure, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based care, helping adolescents, adults and older adults strengthen their resilience and reconnect with their true selves.
Our work is guided by the belief that everyone can find their inner anchor—an unwavering sense of stability and self-worth—no matter the storms they face. We do this by redefining the boundaries of care through innovative approaches and treatments. Treatments based on attachment theory, neuroscience and psychodynamic approaches. We endeavour to enhance internal safety, security and strength within individuals in order to live a fulfilling life.
Clients can self refer or we accept referrals from GPs and specialists.
The recommended fee for an Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi) 50 minute psychology consult is $330.
Our fee: 50 minute initial individual consultation, standard individual session or telehealth session: $270
Fees for specific assessments (90 minutes), feedback sessions (30 minutes) and reports will differ and can be provided on request.
Group session rates and seminars may vary.
Medicare rebates apply with a valid Mental Health Care Plan and referral from a GP, psychiatrist or paediatrician. Current Medicare rebate per session $145. The maximum number of rebated sessions per calendar year (up to 10 under the Better Access Scheme).
Private health insurance (please contact your provider to confirm coverage).
Payment is due on the day. Accepted forms (EFTPOS, cash).
Cancellation Policy: To avoid cancellations fees please contact the clinic within 48 hours. No-show or late cancellation fee will incur the full session fee.
Inner Anchor Psychology practitioners are registered with the Psychology Board of Australia and are accredited to provide services under Medicare and Private Health Insurance.
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Contact Us
Are you ready to begin your journey to health and wellbeing? Please fill out the information below and we will be in touch shortly. We also welcome enquiries from our referrers.
Please note we are not a crisis service. If you or a loved one is in crisis please reach out to the services below:
Emergency assistance 000 or present to your local hospitals Emergency Dept
Lifeline 13 11 14
NSW Mental Health Access Line 1800 011 511
QLD 24-hour Specialist Mental Healthcare 1300 642 255
NT Mental Health Line 1800 682 288
SA Mental Health Triage Service 13 13 65
TAS Mental Health Service Helpline 1800 332 388
VIC Nurse on call 1300 60 60 24
WA Mental Health Emergency Response Line 1800 676 822
Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue (24/7) 1300 22 4636