Shanti Saraswati-Hindle
Clinical Psychologist (she/her)
BA(Hons), MAppPsych(Applied Clinical Psychology),
Board-Approved Supervisor
How I will work with you
I am down to earth, warm, and empathic.
I strongly believe in building a collaborative and therapeutic relationship with my clients. Creating a safe and validating space is crucial to me because I understand that a ‘good fit’ is vital for the therapeutic process.
I draw on a variety of evidence-based interventions best suited to your needs and preferences.
Embracing an affirming approach to neurodiversity and the LGBQIA+ community is important to me. I feel privileged to have worked with people from diverse backgrounds and life stages. I am passionate about supporting you to better understand yourself and your experiences, and to navigate challenges while building on your strengths in a way that aligns with your life stage and values.
Areas of Interest
- I currently see 18+
- Trauma (including Developmental Trauma and PTSD)
- Neurodivergency
- Anxiety and Stress
- Depression and Mood issues
- Personality issues
- Self-esteem issues
- Assertiveness
- Relationship difficulties
- Supervision
My Background
I grew up in Tasmania and spend most of my childhood in The Channel. I have lived all over Australia including NSW, WA, and NT.
I have worked as a psychologist since 2009, progressing from provisional to clinical registrar and then clinical endorsement. I completed my study and early career in Western Australia. I gained experience across both public and private sectors, supporting individuals and groups across the lifespan, including those with complex mental health needs.
My work has spanned a range of settings, including:
- Public hospital services (acute adult mental health, older adult, and subacute)
- Specialist unit providing cognitive assessment, consultation, and support for people of all ages experiencing cognitive or neurological difficulties
- Community mental health teams – providing individual therapy, case management, and running of skills and therapy groups such as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness.
- Private practices
- While studying I worked with children and their families with autism spectrum disorder
I relocate back to Tasmania and The Channel in 2020 (just before the COVID lockdown!) and have worked in private practice since. I have a rescue half main coon and adore my niblings.