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Dean Harrison – Counselling Psychologist & Clinic Director

Dean Harrison is a highly experienced Counselling Psychologist and the Managing Director of iflow Psychology in Gladesville. With over 35 years of clinical experience, he provides evidence-based support for adults, adolescents, couples, and families across Sydney and NSW, offering both in-person and secure telehealth appointments.

Call 02 6061 1144

Email: admin@iflowpsychology.com.au

Qualifications & Professional Accreditation

  • Registered Psychologist (AHPRA) – Endorsed in Counselling Psychology

  • AHPRA Registration: PSY0001140390

  • Master of Counselling Psychology – Macquarie University

  • Master of Arts (Psychology) – University of Sydney

  • Bachelor of Science (Psychology) – University of NSW

  • Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (PSM)

  • Fellow, APS College of Counselling Psychologists

  • Full Member, Australian Association of Psychologists

  • Board-Approved Supervisor for postgraduate psychology training

  • SIRA-Accredited Psychologist (Workers Compensation NSW)


Dean maintains a strong commitment to ethical practice, reflective supervision, and continuous professional development.

 

About Dean - Professional Background

Dean has worked across clinical, forensic, organisational, and private practice settings for more than three decades. His career includes senior roles in NSW Health, NSW Police, and federal government services, alongside extensive experience in trauma, workplace mental health, and complex psychological presentations.


He integrates contemporary psychological science with practical, compassionate guidance to support clients in building resilience, clarity, and emotional wellbeing.

Services Provided

Dean offers evidence-based counselling and psychological support across:

  • Individual adult therapy

  • Adolescent counselling

  • Couples counselling

  • Family therapy

  • Stress, burnout, and workplace psychological injury support

  • WorkCover / workers compensation psychological treatment

  • Trauma and post-traumatic stress interventions

  • Anxiety and mood support

  • Grief and adjustment counselling

  • Telehealth psychology across NSW

What Dean Can Help With


Dean supports clients seeking professional help for a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns. His areas of focus include:

Dean combines warmth, clarity, and structure to support clients in developing emotional insight, resilience, and psychological flexibility. His approach is grounded in evidence-based interventions and informed by decades of clinical practice across public and private sectors.

Therapeutic Approaches

Dean’s Therapeutic Approach


Dean integrates techniques from:

  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Schema Therapy

  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)

  • Mindfulness-based approaches

  • Trauma-informed practice


Dean’s work draws from contemporary psychology, neuroscience, and reflective practice to help clients understand patterns, regulate emotions, and create meaningful, sustainable change.

Special Areas of Interest

1. Workplace Stress, Burnout & Psychological Injury

Dean offers support for work-related stress, conflict, bullying, and return-to-work planning. He is SIRA-accredited and experienced in WorkCover psychological rehabilitation.


2. Anxiety, Trauma & Sleep Difficulties

He supports individuals experiencing anxiety, trauma, hyperarousal, and insomnia, using structured interventions to improve regulation, resilience, and overall functioning.


3. Relationships, Family Dynamics & Youth Support

Dean provides counselling for couples, families, and adolescents, helping strengthen communication, emotional safety, and cohesion during times of conflict or transition.


4. Identity, Adjustment & Life Transitions

Dean works with clients navigating grief, identity exploration, sexuality, gender, chronic stress, and adjustment after acquired brain injury.

Who Dean Works With


Dean provides counselling for:

  • Adults and older adults

  • Adolescents

  • Couples and families

  • Individuals experiencing workplace conflict or psychological injury

  • Clients seeking support through WorkCover or workers compensation

  • Clients attending telehealth appointments across NSW

  • Medico-legal assessments

  • NSW Firearms Health Risk Assessments

Therapy with Dean at iflow Psychology


Dean offers sessions at our Gladesville clinic and via secure telehealth. He supports clients from Ryde, Hunters Hill, Drummoyne, Balmain, Lane Cove, Five Dock, Concord, and across Sydney’s Inner West.

Session Modalities

  • In-person (Gladesville clinic)

  • Telehealth (video)

  • Telephone

Languages

English

Availability

Dean offers in-person and telehealth appointments on:


  • Tuesday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

  • Thursday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

  • Saturday: 9:00 am – 2:00 pm


Location: Suite 2, 260–274 Victoria Road, Gladesville NSW 2111


Telehealth appointments are available for individuals throughout NSW.

Appointments, Fees and Rebates

Medicare rebates may be available when referred under a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan. Private health insurance, WorkCover, self-funded appointments, and other funding pathways may also apply.

See our Fees & Medicare page for detailed information.

Ready to Book an Appointment with Dean?


If you would like to work with Dean or learn more about whether he is the right fit for your needs, our Gladesville clinic is here to support you.


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