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Hamish Spick, AHPRA

Practical support for stress and anxiety

8 years in practice · based in Australia · sessions in English, Spanish · online sessions

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About Hamish

Hamish Spick is an experienced psychologist with eight years working in mental health. He offers a calm, non-judgemental presence so people can talk about what matters. Hamish aims to make first sessions straightforward and practical so worried parents can get a sense of next steps quickly.

He helps people facing stress and anxiety, as well as depression and the fallout of trauma and abuse. Relationship strains, major life changes and coping with loss also sit within his focus.

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Background and approach

Hamish pays attention to problems such as abandonment, communication breakdowns, infidelity and family difficulties. Hamish draws on a mix of evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to each person. That means sessions can include skill-building, problem-focused plans and chances to reflect on patterns that keep coming up.

He balances practical tools with space to process feelings. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish to suit different speakers. He works with issues like money stress, midlife questions, life purpose and feelings of isolation or guilt.

Hamish supports men who want a straightforward approach to their concerns. People who choose Hamish usually want clear steps and a respectful space to talk. He encourages small changes that can reduce overwhelm.

If someone wants someone steady to plan realistic next steps, Hamish aims to provide that support.

Approaches that guide online sessions

Hamish commonly uses cognitive-behavioural techniques that focus on changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours. These methods teach practical skills for managing anxiety, low mood and stress through step-by-step strategies such as behavioural experiments and activity planning.

He also draws on acceptance and commitment ideas which help people clarify what matters to them and take values-based action. This approach is useful for coping with uncertainty, life transitions and feelings that are hard to shift. Motivational strategies are used when someone feels stuck or ambivalent about change, helping to build momentum and set realistic goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Hamish will talk through options with each person and tailor techniques to their needs, goals and preferences. He aims to agree on a plan everyone feels comfortable trying and to adjust it as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility and practical choices. Video calls are useful when visual connection helps the work, phone sessions can be an easier fit for shorter check-ins or lower bandwidth, and live chat or text-based messaging can suit quick check-ins or when writing feels easier. These formats make it simpler to fit therapy around work, school and family commitments and to maintain continuity when schedules change.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does he commonly help with?
Hamish works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and coping with life changes. He also addresses related problems like abandonment, communication issues and isolation.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a down-to-earth, practical approach that mixes skill-building with opportunities to reflect. Sessions are adapted to each person’s goals and pace.
What is his background and experience?
He has eight years' experience in mental health and identifies as a psychologist. That experience informs a steady, straightforward way of working.
What credentials and location are listed for him?
Hamish is listed with AHPRA and practices from Australia. The profile records AHPRA as the relevant credential.
Can therapy be done in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available online?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

What this therapist works with

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Experience
8 years
Licensed
Languages
English, Spanish

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