Tim Bramley
Clinical Psychologist
About
Tim is a registered Clinical Psychologist experienced in working with individuals across a range of age groups and treatment settings.
He has experience in treating anxiety, stress, depression, mood dysregulation, grief and loss, shame, guilt, low self-esteem, eating disorders, personality disorders, as well as behaviours of addiction. He has assisted people with issues arising from interpersonal relationships, as well as family conflicts and carer support. Additionally, Tim has supported many patients in adjustment to cancer diagnosis and treatment, end of life issues, as well as managing chronic illness and pain.
Tim’s therapeutic approach is to work with clients to nurture their capacity for self-awareness, self-compassion and self-acceptance. His work is evidence-based, client-centred, professional, and guided by the core values of care and kindness. He also sees great importance in working collaboratively with his clients and their family members or support systems, where possible. These therapeutic goals are further complemented by his extensive experience and practice in a variety of meditation techniques.
Additionally, Tim has a degree in Philosophy, which greatly informs and enriches his clinical practice. His role as an advocate and a promoter of social justice is reflected in his work in policy developments aimed at improving the resources of Victorian mental health facilities.
Therapeutic Approaches
Tim primarily utilises the following evidence-based treatment approaches including:
Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) - informed approaches and skill training
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Qualifications
Master of Psychology (Clinical), University of Melbourne
Post-graduate Diploma of Psychology, University of Melbourne
Graduate Diploma of Psychology, University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Arts (Philosophy) / Bachelor of Engineering (Hons), University of Melbourne / University of Amsterdam
Professional Memberships
Tim is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Psychologist. He is also a member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS). Tim also has been a previous committee member of Australians for Mental Health.