Riley Abbott

Riley Abbott (she/her)

BSc(Hons), MPsych (Clinical)

Riley Abbott is a psychologist who works closely with individuals across the lifespan (age 10+).  She has a keen interest in the relationship between the brain and the gut. Riley has experience across hospital settings, private practice and employment services where she continues to bring a commitment to holistic, warm and evidence-based practice.

Riley has a particular interest in the mind-gut connection and the role of the nervous system in both emotional wellbeing and gastrointestinal function. Her clinical approach is grounded in a compassionate, holistic, and collaborative style, and she draws from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and Motivational Interviewing.

She completed her Master of Psychology (Clinical) at the University of Tasmania and holds full registration with AHPRA with endorsement in progress through the Clinical Registrar program. She is also a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS).

With experience delivering psychological therapy to adults, children, and adolescents, as well as conducting comprehensive psychological assessments, she is passionate about tailoring care to the unique needs of each and every client she works with.

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