About Esther Davis
With a warm, non-judgemental approach, I provide telehealth therapy to people across Australia, making it easier to access psychological support wherever you are.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist who enjoys helping people make sense of what they’re going through and supporting them to move towards the life they want to live. I aim to provide a warm, collaborative space where you can pause, reflect, feel heard, and better understand yourself. Together, we’ll tailor therapy to your goals, drawing on evidence-based approaches in a way that fits who you are and what you need.
I have been working for over 10 years and have particularly focussed on:
Working with adolescents and young adults
Working with carers
Anxiety
Trauma
Grief & loss
Adjustment during the palliative and end-of-life phase
Adjustment to chronic and/or progressive health conditions such as cancer
I have been recognised for academic, research and clinical merit, but my clients continue to be some of my most important teachers. They remind me that good therapy is not just about knowledge or technique, but about listening carefully, thinking deeply, and finding what is genuinely useful in real life.
This same commitment to thoughtful, practical and evidence-informed care also shapes my consultancy and evaluation work with organisations.
Clinical approach
My understanding of psychological difficulties is based in attachment theory and interpersonal neurobiology. In a few words, I focus on how our relationships, brain, and the rest of our body are involved in creating and maintaining psychological difficulties.
I have experience using a range of evidence-based therapy types. The main therapy I use is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). ACT provides the tools to stop distress or discomfort in our internal worlds getting in the way of living a rich and fulfilling life.
I am also trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Circle of Security. I draw upon this diverse therapeutic knowledge and experience to tailor a solution that fits you.
Education & qualifications
I completed a 4 year Bachelor degree in Science with First Class Honours in Psychology at the University of Sydney. I went on to complete a further 4 year PhD in Clinical Psychology at the University of Wollongong which combined doctoral research and professional clinical training.
I also undertook training to become a Board approved supervisor for psychologists.
Alongside my clinical work, I continue to contribute to research, evaluation and service improvement across the university and not-for-profit sectors, helping translate evidence into meaningful practice.
