Our Newcastle Psychology Team
At Open Mind Psychologists, our dedicated team provides compassionate, evidence-based support tailored to each individual. From your first contact, our friendly reception staff ensure a warm welcome and a smooth, stress-free experience.
Margaret Cole
Areas of Interest
- Relationship Counselling
- Depression and Mood Disorders
- Anxiety Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Grief and Loss
- Adjustment to Life Changes
Interventions
- Compassion Focused Therapy
- Systemic Family Therapy
- Emotion Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems Model
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
- Mindfulness
- Solutions Focused Therapy
- Coping Skills
About Margaret
For me, therapy is about creating a space where you can speak openly, feel truly heard, and know you are met with acceptance and understanding.
With over 20 years’ experience as a Clinical Psychologist, I bring compassion, curiosity, and a wealth of knowledge to my work. My career has taken me across public and private settings in Australia and Scotland, and for the past 17 years I’ve focused mainly on private practice, while also supervising psychologists and postgraduate students.
I take an integrative approach to therapy, tailoring support to each person’s needs. My work draws on CBT, ACT, mindfulness, psychoanalytic perspectives, and systemic family therapy, with a strong focus on relationships and connection.
Couples therapy is a real passion of mine. Discovering Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) was a pivotal moment, I felt at home in its depth, humanity, and effectiveness in helping couples rebuild safety and understanding in their relationships. I also incorporate Internal Family Systems and Compassion Focused Therapy to foster self-compassion and lasting change.
Alex Kildey-Simpson
Areas of Interest
- Depression and Mood Disorders
- Sleep Difficulties
- Anxiety Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Eating Disorders
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- ADHD and Autism
- Grief and Loss
- Personality Disorders
- Managing Adjustment to Life Changes
- Relationship Difficulties
Interventions
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
- Mindfulness
- Solutions Focused Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Coping Skills
About Alex
Alex is a Registered Psychologist dedicated to creating a safe, open-minded, and compassionate therapeutic environment that encourages collaboration.
She holds a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and a Master of Professional Psychology and has experience working in the private sector with individuals from diverse ages, backgrounds, and presentations. Alex is also an Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
Alex has a special interest in sleep disorders and is passionate about helping individuals improve their sleep and overall well-being. She is a member of the Australasian Sleep Association and a certified Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) practitioner, using evidence-based techniques to support clients in overcoming sleep challenges.
With a strong foundation in evidence-based interventions, Alex prioritises empathy and understanding to tailor her approach to each individual's unique needs and goals. She is committed to fostering personal growth, supporting mental well-being, and helping clients achieve their therapeutic objectives.