Henry James

A Bit About Henry

Before becoming a Psychologist, Henry worked in child protection and family support, where he developed a deep appreciation for early intervention and the importance of empathy and connection. He later spent several years in Carnarvon providing psychological care in a rural setting, supporting people of all ages and a variety of cultural backgrounds. Henry has also contributed to his community through volunteering roles, including serving as a volunteer firefighter and participating in community-driven youth and wellbeing programs. He has a personal interest in spirituality and meaning-making, grounded in curiosity, openness, and respect for diverse beliefs and worldviews. Henry is also a published author twice over – once for his contribution to psychological research and once for his creative writing. His love of both science and storytelling shapes his approach to therapy: thoughtful, curious, and deeply human.

Henry’s approach

Henry’s style is conversational and relaxed, focusing on working together. He’s interested in helping you understand yourself as a whole person – not just your struggles. His practice is trauma-informed, neuro-affirming, and guided by respect, curiosity, and empathy. You’ll explore how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours connect, while also considering lifestyle factors like sleep, stress, relationships, and self-care. Henry’s goal is to help you build insight, develop practical coping tools, and reconnect with what really matters to you.

He draws from a range of evidence-based therapies, including:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – understanding and reshaping unhelpful thought patterns
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – finding clarity through your values
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) – building emotional regulation and relationship skills
Metacognitive Therapy (MCT) – breaking free from worry and rumination
Trauma-Focused CBT – processing difficult experiences safely and gently
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) with CBT – for treating Obsessive
Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in a gradual and supportive way

Henry also supports neurodivergent clients, including those with ADHD, using a neuro-affirming approach that celebrates difference and builds self-understanding. He values and welcomes diversity and works affirmingly with people of all genders, sexualities, and identities, including LGBTQIA+ communities.

Adding to this, Henry works with people of all genders who have experienced trauma, including interpersonal and relational trauma. He supports both men and women in making sense of difficult experiences, rebuilding a sense of safety, and reconnecting with trust in themselves and others.

His work in this area is grounded in respect, careful pacing, and psychological safety, with a strong awareness of power and boundaries, and space for clients to process experiences in a way that feels steady and meaningful for them.

Working with people with service and emergency backgrounds Henry has experience working with people with service histories, including current and
former members of the defence forces and emergency services, such as police, paramedics, private security personnel and military personnel.

He understands the unique pressures that can come with service roles – exposure to trauma, hyper-responsibility, operational stress, identity shifts after service, and the challenge many people face in asking for support. His approach is practical, respectful, and grounded, with a strong focus on psychological safety, trust, and autonomy.

Men’s mental health

Henry has a particular interest in men’s mental health and regularly works with males across adolescence and adulthood. He recognises that many men come to therapy feeling unsure, guarded, or hesitant — especially if therapy feels unfamiliar at first. His style is straightforward, non-judgemental, and conversational, helping men in a way that feels practical and grounded.

How Henry can help

Henry works with people with a range of challenges, including:

• Stress, burnout, and adjustment difficulties
• Anxiety, worry, and rumination
• Depression and low motivation
• Life transitions and relationship changes
• ADHD and neurodiversity-related challenges
• Obsessive–Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Trauma and post-traumatic stress
• Perfectionism, self-criticism, and low self-esteem
• Emotional regulation and confidence

He works with: Children (10+) and their caregivers, adolescents (13–18), adults, and older adults.

Assessment services

Henry provides ADHD assessments for his clients – from children to adults. His assessment process is collaborative and supportive; helping you understand your unique strengths, and next steps with clarity and confidence.

Professional Development & Memberships Henry values ongoing growth as a Psychologist and undertakes regular training to strengthen his clinical skills and stay current with evidence-based practice. His professional learning spans trauma work, anxiety treatment, as well as family and community wellbeing.

Advanced and Specialised Training:

• DBT Standard Workshop – with Dr Sian Jeffrey, Psychology Training (2024)
• Working with Worry and Rumination – Centre for Clinical Interventions, WA Health (2024)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Young People – with Dr Louise Hayes Core Clinical Foundations:
• Understanding and Applying the CBT Model – Centre for Clinical Interventions, WA Health
• Trauma Counselling Skills – Sexual Assault Resource Centre, King Edward Memorial Hospital Community and Supplementary Training:
• Westerman Cultural Awareness Training – with Dr Tracy Westerman, Indigenous Psychological Services
• Growing Strong Brains – Ngala
• Mental Health First Aid – Mental Health First Aid Australia

Professional Memberships:

• Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) – Registered as a Psychologist since 2018 (Full Registration granted in 2021)
• Australian Psychological Society (APS) – Associate Member (since November 2018)

A note from Henry:
“I see therapy as a place to build understanding – not to be fixed. My role is to help you find clarity in confusion, calm in overwhelm, and a sense of meaning in whatever you’re going through.”