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Dr Alex Short
Clinical Psychologist

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Evidence-Based Therapy Compassionate Care

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About Me

Therapeutic Approach

Alex tries to find the right balance between providing the most up to date evidence-based therapeutic techniques whilst also providing genuine care and compassion in a warm, safe, and relaxed therapeutic environment. 


Alex is trained in a variety of treatment approaches and tailors these to clients’ specific needs and preferences. His primary treatment approach is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). He is also trained in Schema Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). 

Areas of Interest

Alex has a specific interest in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). 


Alex also has a specific interest in the treatment of anxiety disorders, in particular Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

Experience

Alex has over 12 years experience as a clinical psychologist including positions in:

  • The Public Health System (Princess Alexandra Hospital),
  • The Queensland Government (Disaster Response Team),
  • Non-Government Organisations (Logan House Therapeutic Community),
  • Universities (Queensland University of Technology, The University of Queensland),
  • Schools (Brisbane Grammar School), and
  • Private Practice (Lilley Place Clinical Psychology Clinic).

Qualifications & Training

Bachelor of Arts. BA (Hons).

Doctor of Clinical Psychology. DClinPsych.


Alex is registered with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and holds an area of practice endorsement in Clinical Psychology.


Alex completed his studies at the University of Queensland. He was awarded Dean’s Commendations for High Achievement in each semester of his studies and is on the Dean’s Honour Roll.  

Treatment for a Variety of Mental Health Concerns

Alex has training and experience in treating young people and adults with a variety of concerns including: 

  • depression
  • anxiety (including OCD, social anxiety, health anxiety, generalised anxiety, panic, agoraphobia, and simple phobias) 
  • post-traumatic stress disorder
  • complex trauma
  • bipolar disorder 
  • psychosis and schizophrenia
  • eating disorders and body image issues
  • personality disorders
  • alcohol and substance use problems
  • autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
  • attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
  • tic disorders including tourette syndrome
  • grief and loss
  • adjustment difficulties and life stage transitions
  • workplace / school related stress
  • self-esteem problems
  • anger management problems


Dr Alex Short, Clinical Psychologist

Level 1. 235 Bradman Avenue, Maroochydore, Qld, 4558

Phone: 0478 276 528

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