Diana Paardekooper

About Diana Paardekooper

Diana is an experienced and dedicated Clinical Psychologist who has completed a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences at Sydney University.

Additionally, she has completed two further postgraduate courses at Macquarie University, a Diploma of Psychology and a Diploma of Professional Psychology.

More recently Diana has completed the Masters of Clinical Psychology, in which she was awarded the Australian Psychological Society College of Clinical Psychologists student prize, which highlights high levels of clinical skill and the ability to design and conduct clinically relevant research.

Diana is skilled and experienced in counselling individuals and facilitating therapeutic groups for adults and adolescents with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, issues with self-esteem, substance use and sleep difficulties.

Diana has also worked as a Lifeline counsellor who is well trained and experienced in assisting and counselling people in crisis and is trained in suicide intervention.

Diana believes each client is unique, so any psychological assistance should suit the individual’s needs, and she is adaptive in her application of therapeutic intervention with each client.

Diana also provides Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).

EMDR is an evidence-based treatment for PTSD and is well researched and effective for conditions such as depression and anxiety.

Additionally, EMDR aims to reduce the emotional charge associated with traumatic memories.

Diana regularly participates in individual and peer supervision, professional development activities, and is registered with the national board of psychologists.

In addition to her work at Bpsych Clinic, Diana facilitates psychological groups at Northside Clinic, a private mental health hospital.

Diana is passionate about her work and strives to provide an empathic, personal and professional service.

She is a gentle and caring psychologist who works from our Mona Vale office.

Membership

• APS College of Clinical Psychologists
• Australian Psychological Society
• Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA)

Questions people ask when they have been referred

Who is Diana Paardekooper?

Diana Paardekooper is a Clinical Psychologist at Bilibio Psychology Clinic (BPsych), established in 2007. Diana is an experienced and dedicated Clinical Psychologist who has completed a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences at Sydney University. Additionally, she has completed two further postgraduate courses at Macquarie University, a Diploma of Psychology and a Diploma of Professional Psychology. More recently Diana has completed the Masters of Clinical Psychology, in which she was awarded the Australian Psychological Society College of Clinical Psychologists student prize, which highlights high levels of clinical skill and the ability to design and conduct clinically relevant research. Diana is skilled and experienced in counselling individuals and facilitating therapeutic groups for adults and adolescents with a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, issues with self-esteem, substance use and sleep difficulties. Diana has also worked as a Lifeline counsellor who is well trained and experienced in assisting and counselling people in crisis and is trained in suicide intervention. Diana believes each client is unique, so any psychological assistance should suit the individual’s needs, and she is adaptive in her application of therapeutic intervention with each client. Diana also provides Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). EMDR is an evidence-based treatment for PTSD and is well researched and effective for conditions such as depression and anxiety. Additionally, EMDR aims to reduce the emotional charge associated with traumatic memories. Diana regularly participates in individual and peer supervision, professional development activities, and is registered with the national board of psychologists. In addition to her work at Bpsych Clinic, Diana facilitates psychological groups at Northside Clinic, a private mental health hospital. Diana is passionate about her work and strives to provide an empathic, personal and professional service. She is a gentle and caring psychologist who works from our Mona Vale office.

Where does Diana Paardekooper practise?

Diana Paardekooper offers appointments at Mona Vale, Telehealth, with Bilibio Psychology Clinic.

What does Diana Paardekooper help with?

Diana Paardekooper works with Adults and Teenagers. Areas of focus include Anxiety, OCD, Phobias, Substance abuse, Depression, Self-esteem, Relationships, Sleep issues.

What languages does Diana Paardekooper offer?

Diana Paardekooper offers sessions in English.

How do I book with Diana Paardekooper?

Book a time on this page if Diana Paardekooper’s calendar is connected, use the clinic client portal, call (02) 9979 3000, or send an enquiry. If you were referred, mention Diana Paardekooper so reception can match you to the right clinician.