ABOUT DR ALEXANDER SVENSON

I am a Clinical Psychologist, and I started Marka Clinical Psychologists with the aim of providing those experiencing challenges with their mental health an attentive, tailored, and evidence-based approach to psychological therapy.

My background involves working in private practice for several years and in larger organisations, such as with the Black Dog Institute, South East Sydney Local Health District (at Prince of Wales Hospital), and with Headspace. Additionally, I have previously supervised provisional psychologists completing their postgraduate training - something that I have found very rewarding.

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I offer psychological assessment and intervention for people who face challenges which include:

Depression                                                                

Health Anxiety                                                          

Generalised Anxiety Disorder                                 

Social Anxiety                                                           

Panic Disorder                                                          

Agoraphobia                                                            

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder                            

Specific Phobias                                                      

Emotional regulation difficulties.                          

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) & trauma

                          Sleep-related challenges                                                                 

Otherwise, I also welcome anyone who wishes to talk through recent challenges and stressors with the aim of improving on their mental health and wellbeing.

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I am a registered psychologist with AHPRA, with area of practice endorsement in clinical psychology. I am a full member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA), and member of the Australian Association of Cognitive and Behaviour Therapy (AACBT).

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I have completed a Doctor of Philosophy with the University of Sydney that combines psychology, clinical psychology, economics, and neuroscience; exploring the effect of emotions and mood disorders like depression on decision-making. I have also completed a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and a Master of Psychology (Clinical), with the University of Wollongong, and a Master of Economic Analysis with the University of Sydney.

I am originally from Norway (although my accent sounds American I've been told) and I have called Australia home for over 15 years now.