Ric Collen

Ric is a Clinical Psychologist and Board-approved Supervisor with 12 years of experience. Ric has worked with individuals of all ages including adults, couples, children & adolescents and has been trained several evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) and Acceptance and Commitment (ACT). Ric adopts an ACT-based approach predominantly and has trained many counsellors and psychologists in this approach. Ric is trained in couples therapy and has completed Levels 1, 2 & 3 training in the Gottman method.

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As a therapist, Ric adopts a personable and straightforward approach. He aims to provide his clients with an understanding of their internal world with the the tools to navigate moving closer to their values. Ric recently worked for 3 years as the director of mental health at one a prominent Australian Health Retreat and learned the importance of a holistic perspective to mental health. Ric oversees the operation of the Harvest Clinic and aims to create a team of genuine, caring and skilled therapists who do root work, rather than surface work.