Our Team
Our psychologists have a range of skills, knowledge and experience across a broad range of presentations. Get in touch and we can help link you in with the psychologist that suits you best
Clinical Psychologist
Khalida Nasir
B. A. (Psych) & B Health, B. Psych, M. Clinical Psych
Khalida is the Principle Clinical psychologist at Psychology Rooms, Sydney as well as the Consultant Clinical Psychologist in Headspace Western Sydney's early psychosis program; where she provides consultation, supervision, and training to staff.
Khalida has had extensive experience working across varied mental health environments including, inpatient and outpatient hospital settings, specialised programs, and clinics as well as in the private sector. She has extensive experience in working with a range of clinical presentations including, anxiety, trauma, depression, emotion regulation, psychosis, adjustment disorder, grief & loss, low self-esteem/confidence and identity concerns.
Khalida takes on a collaborative approach, recognising that everybody is unique, she likes to draw from various modalities to tailor a treatment plan to the individual; including, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT). She works confidently with diverse cultures and in situations where cultural awareness and appreciation are integral and prides herself in working together holistically, to recognise and capitalise on strengths.
Khalida is a Clinical Supervisor with the Australian Health Practitioners Agency (AHPRA) which sees her providing individual and group supervision to teams. She is also engaged in providing tailored workshops and training to teams and organisations.
She is passionate about working from 10+, with a focus on adolescence and adults.
Khalida is currently taking on new clients.
Ashleigh Dakkache
Psychologist
BSocSc(Psy), GradDipPsychAdv
Ashleigh is an emerging registered psychologist, bringing a fresh perspective and enthusiasm to her work with adolescents, youth, and their families. Her professional journey includes valuable experience in the mental health sector, notably at Canteen, where she provided essential cancer-related support to adolescents and their families. She has also worked with headspace providing early intervention across a range of presentations.
Ashleigh has a keen interest in working in health psychology, anxiety, depression and grief and loss. She also sees young people and adults experiencing ADHD, ASD and skills building including confidence and self -esteem. She enjoys working with individuals as they go through transitional periods of their life taking a holistic approach. Ashleigh's special interests lie in making a positive impact on the mental well-being of individuals across adolescence, youth, and adulthood. She is particularly passionate about creating a supportive environment for those navigating various life challenges.
Ashleigh adopts a compassionate and non-judgmental approach in her therapeutic work. She integrates a diverse range of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), to tailor her approach to the unique needs of each individual.
Keen on contributing to the field, Ashleigh is open to working with new clients seeking a personalised and empathetic approach to mental health.
Ashleigh is currently taking on new clients.
Sharleen Das
Clinical Psychologist
B. Psych, M. Clinical Psych
Sharleen is a clinical psychologist who has extensive experience working across the children, adolescent, and youth populations. Sharleen is the Team Leader for the Youth Enhanced Support Service in Western Sydney. Within this program, Sharleen provides support for young people who are experiencing complex mental health needs with the aim of preventing them from requiring more intensive support. Through these roles, Sharleen has facilitated group programs for young people and their families. She also has experience working with the families of her clients. Sharleen has extensive experience in liaising with other services (e.g., schools, psychiatrists, GPs) to ensure that her clients receive the best care.
Sharleen has extensive experience and has special interest in working with anxiety disorders (e.g., social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder), mood disorders (e.g., depression), personality disorders, trauma, child and family presentations, emotion regulation & non-suicidal self-injury as well as autism spectrum disorders. Sharleen has a special interest in psychometric assessment and incorporates this for clients who may need it. Sharleen is trained and experienced in delivering a range of evidence-based therapies including, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Social Cognition and Interaction Training.
Sharleen is a strong advocate for early intervention as she believes that intervening at an early stage works to prevent problems and difficulties from escalating or getting worse. She also believes that early intervention helps foster hope for the future as it works to develop the personal strengths and skills of individuals that will help them through their life.
She is an AHPRA Board Approved Supervisor including Registrar Program Principal Supervisor.
Sharleen is currently taking on new clients.