Sophie Dunstone, APS, AHPRA

Sophie Dunstone is an experienced clinical psychologist who focuses on thoughts and everyday habits that affect wellbeing. She has worked in a variety of settings since 2002 and draws on two decades of clinical experience. Sophie speaks plainly and aims to make therapy understandable and practical for busy people.

She helps people manage stress, anxiety and depression, including pre- and postnatal mood concerns. Sophie also supports people dealing with trauma, grief, obsessive compulsive behaviours and eating difficulties. Her work often looks at day-to-day patterns of thinking and behaviour and how small changes can shift how someone feels.

Her approach is collaborative and person-focused. Sophie uses methods such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy as appropriate. She tailors each plan to the person's needs rather than applying a single method to everyone.

Sophie trained in Adelaide, completing a Master of Psychology (Clinical). She has practised in Adelaide, Sydney, London, Hong Kong and Singapore, and has experience in both public mental health settings and private practice. That variety informs a practical, down-to-earth way of working.

In sessions she aims to help people understand their thinking and habits, develop manageable strategies, and build routines that support daily functioning. Her style is straightforward, with an emphasis on useful tools people can apply between meetings.

How therapy approaches adapt to online care

Client-Centred Therapy places the person's priorities at the centre and emphasises listening and collaboration. It helps when someone wants to talk through their concerns and set goals in their own time. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing thoughts and changing unhelpful habits. CBT is often used for anxiety, mood issues and difficulties with everyday routines. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding responses to trauma and developing strategies to reduce their impact on daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what has helped before, then recommend which method or mix of methods might suit best. This is a collaborative decision and can be reviewed as therapy progresses.

Session formats are not specified in this biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people use different tools during a session, such as worksheets or mindfulness exercises, while keeping the focus on practical changes to thoughts and everyday habits.