I am a Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Director of Clear Health Psychology. We have 15 practices across Perth, and I proudly work with a team
of 145 wonderful psychologists and 50 super stars in admin. I moved to Perth 11 years ago and now call Perth home (I even follow the Dockers!). I was born and raised in Melbourne and completed a Doctor of Psychology from The University of Melbourne nearly 20 years ago. I then worked across a number of
hospitals in Melbourne and Perth in the areas of psycho-oncology, palliative care, cystic fibrosis, lung
transplant, sleep disorders and chronic illness.
I work with adults in the areas of depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, stress management, chronic
illness, trauma and bariatric clients.
My other roles have included being a Senior Lecturer/Clinical Director in post-graduate clinical
streams and providing clinical supervision in the clinical masters/doctoral programs. I love the clinical work and helping psychologists be their best.

I am a registered Psychologist with an interest in personality disorders, sexual functioning, relationships and gender issues.

I was born in Rome and my family moved to Australia when I was 16 years old. I have developed a passion for psychology over a number of years and I have a very varied career history, spanning from flight attending to hospitality. I have always found that my colourful career has helped me to relate better to my patients in one way or another.

In the last couple of years I have also run a number of group based therapies and I am amazed at the power of this therapeutic modality.

I am excited to be part of the APS Perth branch Committee, as I am a believer in change and improvement, both at an individual and systemic level.

Joanne Morris AMAPS, AAPi

Jo is a registered Psychologist with a strong dedication to supporting people in their journey towards optimal mental and emotional health using a person-centred approach. Jo has valuable experience in diverse settings, such as psychiatric hospitals, private practice, and custodial environments where she has worked with groups and individuals who have experienced trauma. Jo has been on the Perth Committee for six years and was the Student Interest Group Chair for a term. Our committee organises and delivers Personal Development, guest speakers, and networking events throughout the year. Please feel free to contact us if you would request an event, join our committee or feel part of the Psychology family.

Aleisha is returning to psychology after graduating in 2013 where she also worked with domestic violence survivor's. Having recently worked as a change consultant with WA Police and on large projects at the WA Department of Justice, Aleisha is looking forward to returning to working in one-on-one settings.
Aleisha is also chairperson of the WA United Nations Association of Australia Women’s Committee, UN Day
and is a member of the Executive Committee. Her work with venerable and marginalised groups extends over a decade, working first with offender populations to reduce the harm of offending on those directly involved and the wider community; then directly with Government to create a more effective public service to reduce the likelihood of Western Australian’s becoming involved with crime.
Major achievements include delivery of a $5M data analytic upgrade to a major law enforcement organisation, rolling out a new business unit for a Government department including training.

Clinical Psychologist (MAPS)
BBehSc, BAPsych (Hons), PGDipSx, MSx, MPsych (Clin)

I am a Clinical Psychologist and sexologist at Cygnet Clinic. I have worked in a wide range of areas over the years including kids with neurodivergence and disabilities, hospital-based group work as well as non-for-profit women’s health organisations. I have also been and continue to be involved in assessments in the workplace as well as diagnostic multidisciplinary assessments for children.
I love working with a wide range of issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, emotion dysregulation and sex-related difficulties. I work primarily one on one, sometimes couples and family work, and do enjoy group therapy when the opportunity arises.

I am a Registered Psychologist currently completing my endorsement program for Organisational Psychology. I have a strong interest in business and clinical psychology and use both in my private practice and project work.

Growing up in the Goldfields in WA gave me a love and appreciation for the diversity and beauty of Australia. This was particularly helpful during my 15+ years in the mining industry in various roles, including mechanical tradesperson (yes, you read that right!), maintenance supervisor, human resources advisor, and employee relations consultant. As an Organisational Psychologist (Registrar) I use this knowledge and experience to support mining companies and other industries to create safer and mentally healthy workplaces for their employees.

In my private practice I see the impact that poor workplace practices and culture have on individuals and hope to help organisations do better. I am therefore very pleased to have joined the APS Perth Branch Committee.

I am a Counselling and Clinical Psychologist, Professor of Psychology, and Academic Chair of the Postgraduate Courses in Professional and Clinical Psychology at Murdoch University in Perth.

Previously, I served as Professor and Head of the Department of Psychology at Rhodes University in Grahamstown, South Africa. Additionally, I was a Member and then Vice-Chair of the Board for Psychology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), where I was involved in setting the training standards for professional psychology in South Africa.

I originally trained in counselling psychology at the University of Natal in South Africa. Following this, I worked at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge, United Kingdom, a leading cognitive therapy centre, where I was involved in developing low-intensity, brief cognitive therapy interventions for common mental disorders.

Erfan Nasheri
BA Psych, BCom, Grad Dip Psych, MBus

Erfan is a registered psychologist at Cygnet Clinic and Perth Psychologists. He has worked in a wide range of areas and both government and private settings. Erfan has assisted individuals, couples and teams for over 20 years. He has also worked as a senior manager, managing and empowering psychological and multidisciplinary teams. Erfan has experience working with trauma, PTSD, stress, anxiety disorders, depression, grief & loss, relationship issues, couples counselling, sexual difficulties, anger management, and parenting. Erfan also has experience in workplace issues, chronic pain, Workers Compensation & Motor Vehicle Accidents.
Erfan's volunteer experience includes university mentorship programs; local community building initiatives; International Harmony Day; Provisional Psychologist Support Groups; organising, coordinating and chairing PD events; initiating a local WA psychologists group; and APS Perth Branch Committee member.

Lidia Genovese
B.A. Grad. Dip. M. Psych
Endorsed Counselling, Educational/Developmental and Clinical Psychologist
Fellow of the Australian Psychological Society
Fellow of the College of Counselling Psychologists.

Lidia is the Principal Psychologist at Changing Tracks Psychology. She has been practicing for over 45 and has a wide range of experience from, teaching primary school children, being a school psychologist, teaching GPs Focused Psychological Strategies, to being the psychology advisor to the Department of Veteran Affairs. She now works part-time and is mainly engaged in teaching medical students, training psychology graduates to become Registered Psychologist, mentoring other psychologists, conducting professional development for health professionals and educators. She does not take new clients but continues to support clients whom she treated in the past. Lidia has been on the Counselling College committee since 1990 taking various roles and responsibilities.

As the APS Perth Branch Student Representative I am currently a PhD candidate at Murdoch University. I have been on the APS committee for over 4 years acting as the Student Interest Group Chair for the previous 2 years. As the student rep my aim has been to connect psychology students with the APS and psychology as a profession, along with bringing students from all WA universities together in their journey to becoming a Psychologist.