Patty Marriner
BBSc(Hons), GradDipEd
Psychologist
WORKING DAYS
Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays
STATUS
Accepting appointments
Patty Marriner is a registered Psychologist who works with adolescents, families and adults across a broad range of psychological presentations. She has particular interests in neurodevelopmental disorders, emotional and behavioural dysregulation, attachment difficulties and trauma. Patty is passionate about supporting people to create positive and lasting change, with a strong focus on building safety, resilience and wellbeing.
She draws upon extensive experience across private practice, education, hospital and community mental health services. Patty has worked closely with multidisciplinary teams, schools, and families for over a decade, providing comprehensive assessments, therapy, and consultative support.
Patty is trained in the Safe and Sound Protocol, neurofeedback and has completed advanced training in ACT for children, adolescents and families, DBT, and trauma-focused interventions.
Patty is dedicated to helping individuals and families face challenges, discover strengths, and build meaningful lives aligned with their values.
Areas of expertise:
Drawing on a range of evidence-based modalities, Patty supports people in navigating various life challenges, including:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Neurodiversity (ADHD and ASD)
- AFRID
- Neurofeedback support
- Trauma
- Developmental and learning difficulties
- Adjustment to life transitions
- Challenges with relationships and emotional regulation
Therapeutic Approach:
Patty employs a warm, genuine and collaborative approach to therapy. She integrates evidence-based treatments such as:
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness-based approaches
- Polyvagal-informed therapy