Jessica Allam-Pacey

My name is Jessica, and I am an Accredited Mental Health Clinician with an approach grounded in Psychology. My professional background is in Social Work. I have had extensive experience working in the Public Health Sector, Non-Government Organisation, and the education system for over 20 years with all ages across a lifespan. 

I am committed to supporting people to live the life they want to live and to thrive not just survive. I believe the most important aspect of therapy is having a positive working relationship between therapist and client. I am driven by social work values, including service to humanity, social justice, dignity and worth of the individual, importance of human relationships, integrity and competence. These are not just my professional values; I embody them in all aspects of her life.

I have worked in many different settings across mental health. In acute settings, in crisis and assessment with children and young people. I have worked in inpatient mental health wards, working with adults with acute mental illness. Working in adult mental health rehabilitation in the community. I worked as a school counsellor in a high school. As well as working with children and young people in the community that have complex behavioural and mental health needs.

I have a high level of experience working with people with difficulties such as:

• EMDR
• PTSD
• Childhood trauma and other forms of trauma
• Domestic Violence
• Anger and aggression
• Parenting and attachment
• Relationship concerns with couples
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Bereavement
• School refusal
• School bullying
• Suicide and self-harm
• Family conflict
• Gender and sexuality, including people who identify as
• LGBTQIA+
• Psychosis
• Peri-natal and post-natal mental health, including birth trauma

Therapies and Approaches I use:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
• Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
• Mindfulness
• Grief and loss
• Circle of Security Parenting
• Mentalisation Based Therapy
• Play Therapy
• Family and couples counselling

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an evidence-based therapy designed to help people recover from the effects of trauma, distressing life experiences, anxiety, and other emotional challenges. EMDR uses guided bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements, to help the brain safely process and integrate difficult memories, reducing their emotional impact. Many people find that EMDR helps them feel less overwhelmed, develop healthier coping strategies, and move forward with greater confidence and emotional wellbeing.

Circle of Security Parenting

There are seven emotional needs that children are asking adults to meet. Watch over me, delight in me, help me, enjoy with me, protect me, comfort me and organise my feelings.
This is a program that focuses on supporting and strengthening parent-child relationships by guiding parents/caregivers through positive ways to respond to their children's behaviour.

Mentalisation Based Therapy

Mentalisation is the ability to understand others and one's own mental states. Our own mental states are influenced by our beliefs and determine how we feel, act and respond to the world around us. Mentalising helps to make sense of our thoughts and feelings and to link these to our actions and behaviours. The main goals of MBT are to improve mentalisation and learn emotional regulation.

Clinical Supervision

I have a passion for Clinical Supervision. I love sharing my knowledge and skills with supervisees and I love learning from them. I have supervised experienced practitioners and also new graduates in Child and Youth Mental Health and Adult Mental Health.

Conference Presentations and Guest University Lectures

• Guest Lecturer at Australian Catholic University "Transforming Theory into Practice" (2012-2014)
• Guest Lecturer at Queensland University of Technology "Early Psychosis" (2012-2014)
• Presented at the Mental Health Services Conference, Adelaide (theMHS) "Inviting Innovations- Psychoeducation for Families and Carers." (2011)

Member of the Australian Association of Social Workers
Member of Circle of Security Parenting

Consultation Fees 

Individual Counselling Session (60 minutes): $220 

Medicare rebates are available with a valid Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP). Bulk billing is available and can be discussed based on your individual circumstances. Please contact us to discuss your eligibility and the most suitable appointment option