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Thinking  About a Career in Psychology

Meet Ann Parker, psychologist at Conscious Healthcare SA, and learn what psychologists really do, how to become one, and how psychology helps people live healthier, happier lives.

Meet Ann Parker

Hi, I’m Ann Parker, a psychologist at Conscious Healthcare SA.
I work with children, teenagers and adults to support mental health, learning challenges and emotional wellbeing. Psychology is an incredibly rewarding career because it combines science, problem-solving and human connection - and no two days are ever the same.

If you're visiting the St Peters Careers Evening, feel free to come chat with me at the booth about:

  • Studying psychology

  • What psychologists actually do day-to-day

  • Different careers in psychology

  • Working with children and families

  • What I love most about this profession

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Meet Ann Parker

Hi, I’m Ann Parker, a psychologist at Conscious Healthcare SA.
I work with children, teenagers and adults to support mental health, learning challenges and emotional wellbeing. Psychology is an incredibly rewarding career because it combines science, problem-solving and human connection - and no two days are ever the same.

If you're visiting the St Peters Careers Evening, feel free to come chat with me at the booth about:

  • Studying psychology

  • What psychologists actually do day-to-day

  • Different careers in psychology

  • Working with children and families

  • What I love most about this profession

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What Do Psychologists Actually Do?

Psychologists help people understand how their thoughts, emotions and behaviours work - and support them to overcome challenges and improve wellbeing.

Psychologists commonly help people with:

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ADHD and attention challenges

Autism and developmental differences

Learning and educational difficulties

Emotional regulation and behaviour

Relationships and social skills

Life transitions and identity

What Do Psychologists Actually Do?

Psychologists help people understand how their thoughts, emotions and behaviours work - and support them to overcome challenges and improve wellbeing.

Psychologists commonly help people with:

Anxiety and stress

ADHD and attention challenges

Autism and developmental differences

Learning and educational difficulties

Emotional regulation and behaviour

Relationships and social skills

Life transitions and identity

A Day in the Life of a Psychologist

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Every day is different, but a typical day might include:

• Meeting with clients for therapy sessions
• Running psychological or learning assessments
• Writing reports for schools or doctors
• Supporting parents and families
• Working with other health professionals
• Planning strategies to support wellbeing

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Psychologists may work in:

• Private practices
• Hospitals
• Schools
• Disability services
• Universities or research centres
• Government organisations

A Day in the Life of a Psychologist

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Every day is different, but a typical day might include:

• Meeting with clients for therapy sessions
• Running psychological or learning assessments
• Writing reports for schools or doctors
• Supporting parents and families
• Working with other health professionals
• Planning strategies to support wellbeing

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Psychologists may work in:

• Private practices
• Hospitals
• Schools
• Disability services
• Universities or research centres
• Government organisations

How Do You Become a Psychologist?

The pathway to becoming a psychologist in Australia usually involves:

9-3 Bachelor of Psychology (3 years)
10-2 Honours year (4th year)
11-2 Postgraduate training (Masters or supervised practice)
12 Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia

Many psychologists go on to specialise in areas such as: Clinical psychology | Educational & developmental psychology | Neuropsychology | Child and adolescent psychology | Organisational psychology

How Do You Become a Psychologist?

The pathway to becoming a psychologist in Australia usually involves:

9-3 Bachelor of Psychology (3 years)
10-2 Honours year (4th year)
11-2 Postgraduate training (Masters or supervised practice)
12 Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia

Many psychologists go on to specialise in areas such as: Clinical psychology | Educational & developmental psychology | Neuropsychology | Child and adolescent psychology | Organisational psychology

Why People Choose Psychology

People choose psychology because they want to:

  • Help people overcome challenges

  • Understand how the brain and behaviour work

  • Support children and families

  • Combine science with meaningful human work

  • Make a real difference in people's lives

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Why People Choose Psychology

People choose psychology because they want to:

  • Help people overcome challenges

  • Understand how the brain and behaviour work

  • Support children and families

  • Combine science with meaningful human work

  • Make a real difference in people's lives

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Psychology Career Myths

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Myth 1

"Psychologists just give advice"

Reality: Psychologists use evidence-based therapies backed by research.

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Myth 2

"Psychology is only about mental illness"

Reality: Psychology also helps with learning, behaviour, performance, relationships and wellbeing.

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Myth 3

You need to be able to "read minds"

Reality: Psychologists use science, observation and structured techniques to understand behaviour.

Psychology Career Myths

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Myth 1

"Psychologists just give advice"

Reality: Psychologists use evidence-based therapies backed by research.

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Myth 2

"Psychology is only about mental illness"

Reality: Psychology also helps with learning, behaviour, performance, relationships and wellbeing.

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Myth 3

You need to be able to "read minds"

Reality: Psychologists use science, observation and structured techniques to understand behaviour.

About Conscious Healthcare SA

Conscious Healthcare SA is a multidisciplinary allied health clinic in Adelaide.
Our team provides support across:

Psychology
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Occupational Therapy
Dietetics
Positive Behaviour Support

We work with children, teenagers and adults across a wide range of needs.

Clinics in Salisbury and Seacliff
Home visits and telehealth available

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About Conscious Healthcare SA

Conscious Healthcare SA is a multidisciplinary allied health clinic in Adelaide.
Our team provides support across:

Psychology
Brand Icons (9)Assessments
Occupational Therapy
Dietetics
Positive Behaviour Support

We work with children, teenagers and adults across a wide range of needs.

Clinics in Salisbury and Seacliff
Home visits and telehealth available

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Psychology Services for Families

Our psychology team supports people with:

Brand Icons (9)Anxiety and emotional wellbeing

ADHD assessments

Autism assessments

Educational & learning assessments

Behaviour support

Therapy for children, teens and adults

We work closely with families, schools and support teams to provide personalised support.

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Psychology Services for Families

Our psychology team supports people with:

Anxiety and emotional wellbeing

ADHD assessments

Autism assessments

Educational & learning assessments

Behaviour support

Therapy for children, teens and adults

We work closely with families, schools and support teams to provide personalised support.

Need Support from a Psychologist?

If you or your child may benefit from psychology support, our team would be happy to help.

Complete the form below and our team will contact you within one business day to confirm the next available appointment.

 

Need Support from a Psychologist?

If you or your child may benefit from psychology support, our team would be happy to help.

Complete the form below and we’ll contact you within 1 business day.

 
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