Dr Suzanna Russell-Smith
Clinical Psychologist (Director)
B.Sc. (Psych, First Class Hons), Masters (Clinical Psychology with Distinction), PhD
PLEASE NOTE: SUZANNA IS CURRENTLY NOT TAKING NEW CLIENTS
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Previously working under the name Mundaring Clinical Psychology, Suzanna founded 'Russell-Smith and Co' to provide a high quality, friendly multidisciplinary support service to the Perth hills.
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Suzanna's practice has been based in the hills since 2021, after relocating her practice from West Perth. In addition to her extensive private practice work, Suzanna also has an in-depth knowledge of the school system through the four years she spent working at St Hilda's School for Girls.
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Since graduating in 2012, Suzanna has worked across the lifespan with a special interest in relationships, anxiety, and social skills. Suzanna also specialises in eating disorders, autism, and enjoys working with all school-related issues.
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Suzanna completes ADHD assessments and cognitive/educational testing.
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Suzanna has a PhD in the field of autism and 13 research publications.
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Suzanna's session rate for individual sessions is $270 for 50 minute sessions. ~With a current Mental Health Care Plan from a GP, clients will be able to claim a Medicare rebate of $137.05 for 10 sessions per calendar year~
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​Suzanna primarily works from a blend of cognitive-behavioural therapy, schema, and dialectical behaviour therapy frameworks, with a highly personalised approach.
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Suzanna enjoys building genuine relationships with her clients and being able to assist through life's tricky times. In addition to being there in the tough times, Suzanna really values building long-term relationships with clients to be able to celebrate their successes and good times too.
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Suzanna is also available for supervision to other Clinical Psychologists/Clinical Psychology registrars.