Mathew Aquilina

(he/him)

Psychologist & Board-Approved Supervisor

PhD Candidate

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I am a registered psychologist, board-approved clinical supervisor, and PhD candidate at the University of Wollongong, where I am researching how relational antenatal preparation influences couples’ transition to parenthood. With over a decade of experience in the psychology field, my work has spanned therapy with children, adolescents and adults, parenting support, group facilitation, university student counselling, clinical supervision, and service management.

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I take a warm, collaborative, and conversational approach to therapy, creating a safe and respectful space where clients feel supported in exploring challenges and fostering growth. I value the trust and vulnerability that come with seeking therapy and see it as a privilege to walk alongside people on their journey.

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My practice is grounded in an attachment-based and relational framework, and I integrate a range of evidence-based approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Relational Psychodynamic Therapy, the Circle of Security protocol, and Becoming Us Perinatal Mental Health training. I have also undertaken intensive training in Perinatal Mental Health through the Centre for Perinatal Psychology and currently work with the country’s largest perinatal mental health provider, Gidget Foundation Australia.

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I am particularly passionate about supporting men’s mental health and perinatal mental health. My work with men often focuses on issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, communication, emotional expression, trauma, and intimacy concerns. In perinatal mental health, I assist dads to navigate the transition to parenthood, providing antenatal preparation, addressing postnatal depression and anxiety, and supporting parents through the challenges of early parenting, birth trauma, and perinatal loss.

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Additionally, I have a special interest in offering tinnitus retraining therapy, integrating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Tinnitus Retraining Therapy to support individuals in managing tinnitus-related distress.

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I also provide clinical supervision for provisional psychologists, registered psychologists, and other mental health professionals, with availability for group supervision and training upon request.

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​If you are looking for support, guidance, or a safe space to explore your challenges, I would be honoured to work with you on your journey toward growth and well-being.

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Mathew is available for appointments on Mondays.