Mindarma – Therapy Demystified – VIRTUAL
What really happens when you see a psychologist. Seeing a psychologist can be very different from what’s depicted on-screen. Hear directly from psychologists about what you can expect and why you don’t have to wait for a crisis to book in. Get tips on how to navigate the system and discover how you, your loved ones or colleagues can get connected with the right supports.
Presented by
Monica Schweickle (MAPS, AAPi)
Senior Clinical Psychologist, Co-CEO of The Peridot Clinic
Monica is a Senior Clinical Psychologist with 18 years’ experience, working across a variety of settings, including in private practice, psychiatric hospitals and prisons.
She utilises a range of therapeutic modalities and has expertise in trauma, substance use, and psychedelic-assisted therapy. Her compassionate, open and inclusive approach has supported many people to transform and heal.
As a Psychology Board Approved Supervisor, Monica has also trained, supervised, and supported the well-being of other mental health professionals.
Moderator
Dr Sadhbh Joyce
Senior Psychologist (MAPS, AAPi), Co-Founder of Mindarma, Meditation Teacher, External Fellow, Black Dog Institute/UNSW Medicine & Health
Sadhbh is a highly experienced clinician with more than 20 years working across clinical, industrial and academic environments.
She has delivered evidence‑based psychological therapy to individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement and workplace injury. Her work is grounded in compassion, scientific rigour and a holistic approach to mental health and wellbeing.
With specialist expertise in neuropsychology, mindfulness, self‑compassion in psychotherapy and workplace mental health, Sadhbh has trained diverse groups including first responders, frontline health workers, allied health professionals, leaders, managers, educators, justice workers, lawyers and community workers.
Sadhbh’s contributions have been recognised nationally. She has received a Significant Contribution Award from the Australian Psychological Society for her translational research. Her online program, Mindarma, has been honoured with a Mental Health Matters Award from the NSW Mental Health Commission and a Resilient Australia Award from the NSW Government, and has received mental health grant support from the Victorian Government (2022) and the Government of South Australia (2023–2025).