Psychologist Mandy Dexter has spent much of her career working with children and adults who have suffered abuse, neglect or trauma. Mandy is individually certified by the Child Trauma Academy in Houston, Texas, she is at the forefront of research in this area. The world-renowned facility developed the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutic, which measures the impact of maltreatment on the brain. Through her ongoing training with the academy, as well as her Train the Teacher certification, Ms Dexter has access to the latest assessment tools and is linked to an international network of psychologists. Utilising her certification, Ms Dexter has developed and delivered specialist training as a component of the Queensland Police Service ‘Specialist adult and historical childhood sexual offences investigations course’, specifically in relation to brain development and trauma. Mandy delivers training to a range of consumers, including Not for Profits, schools, Government Departments, and Queensland Ambulance Service. At her private practice in Capricornia Ms Dexter attends to clients with challenges ranging from diagnosed mental health issues to parenting difficulties. She has always been particularly involved with victims of trauma and abuse and sees children and adult survivors on a daily basis. She also runs a support group for women and men suffering Posttraumatic Stress Disorder as a result of sexual abuse, trauma or domestic violence. All of this work has given her significant insight into the ways the brain responds to abuse and trauma.Additionally, Mandy has diversified and is the co-owner and director of Independent Support Management which provides Plan Management services, training and business support for those accessing the National Disability Insurance Scheme. In 2022, the ISM Therapy Centre commenced with the team expanding to include a provisional psychologist and occupational therapist. ISM is renovating and is excited to expand our team.
Listed skills include Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Psychotherapy, Mental Health, and 15 others.
