Dr Rachel Guthrie
BSc (Psych) (Hons), M Psychol (Clin) (Hons), PhD
Dr. Guthrie is a clinical psychologist who has 25 years experience in the psychological treatment of anxiety and mood disorders.
Dr. Guthrie has a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of New South Wales in the area of post-traumatic stress disorder. She has worked in clinical psychology research, is a published author in peer-reviewed journals and has presented at both local and international conferences. She has also won a number of awards including an Australian Post-Graduate Award and an APS Award for Excellent PhD Thesis in Psychology.
Dr Guthrie works at Gordon Clinic treating anxiety disorders (panic disorder and agoraphobia, social phobia, generalised anxiety disorder), mood disorders, OCD and PTSD. She employs Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) as a therapy of choice for anxiety, depression, PTSD and OCD as it currently has the most robust evidence-base. She incorporates DBT and mindfulness components into treatment when indicated.
Medicare Rebates are available for up to 10 visits/calendar year with a GP Mental Health Care Plan or a referral from a Psychiatrist.