Our Team

Please be advised this is for illustrative purposes only as this does not display our full roster of therapists.

We contract clinical and general psychologists as well as accredited mental health social workers (MHSW).

All of our therapists provide approved psychological focus strategies.

We typically assign the first available therapist and patients have the flexibility to change therapists throughout their treatment.
Matthew Dara

Matthew Dara

Founder, Managing Director

Matthew has a Bachelor of Psychological Science from Griffith University and Biomedical Science from Bond University. Gateway Home Psychology Service is the product of an aim to provide quality qualified mental health management and treatment without cost to the general public. He believes mental health treatment is necessary for people of all walks of life, especially the most vulnerable. Matthew provides primarily an administrative role to our service.

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Gregory Moore

MHSW

Gregory Moore graduated as a mature aged Mental Health Social Worker in 2002 at the University of South Australia. After graduation he worked closely with people in aged care and also people with brain injuries. Since 2005, Gregory has worked as a Social worker in a private practice. He specializes in:– Relationship Counselling– Anger Management– Men’s Health– Group Work

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Jill Kidd

Psychologist

Jill specialises in:– Providing therapy to children and their families – Community work experience in networking, developing programs to assist those who are disadvantaged either mentally, socially and/or physically – Networking with other related providers and agencies, in partnership, to develop and enhance early detention/intervention strategies and community development programs, resources and information focused on the health and well-being of young people and their families

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Shraddha Patel

Registered Psychologist

Shraddha Patel is a registered psychologist with a Bachelor of Psychological Science and a Master of Psychology (Clinical). She has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults across a range of mental health presentations, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, grief, and addiction.

In addition to therapeutic support, Shraddha Patel is skilled in conducting comprehensive psychological assessments. She has experience administering and interpreting a range of cognitive and educational assessments, including the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC), Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS), Wechsler Individual Achievement Test (WIAT), and ADHD assessments, to support diagnostic clarification, identify learning needs, and guide tailored intervention planning.

Shraddha Patel draws on evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and trauma-informed frameworks, tailoring her work to the unique needs and goals of each client. She is committed to creating a warm, safe, and collaborative therapeutic space where clients feel supported and empowered in their journey toward growth and wellbeing.

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Ethan Solomon

Registered Psychologist

Hi, I'm Ethan, an open-minded Registered Psychologist with a passion for supporting people in navigating life's experiences; supporting them to live a life that is fulfilling. I have experience working with various mental health conditions and challenging life events, such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma and PTSD, identity exploration, and grief. I utilise Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and other evidence-based therapies to support my clients. I look forward to working with you and supporting you to work towards your therapeutic goals

Urwa Asghar

Registered Psychologist

Urwa is AHPRA registered psychologist who has completed a Bachelor of Psychology (Hons) and a Master of Clinical and counselling Psychology. Urwa has experience working with adults and is committed to helping individuals navigate their mental well-being journey. She has worked with individuals presenting with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, insomnia, chronic pain, intellectual disability, substance use and adjustment issues. Urwa has experience working with Workers compensation client and is SIRA approved. Urwa also has worked in an occupational rehabilitation previously.

Urwa strongly believes that rapport is necessary in achieving results in therapy and strikes to deliver therapeutic interventions in a caring, non-judgemental and empathic way to help clients feel safe and supported. She utilises evidence-based treatment, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution focused Therapy, interpersonal therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.

Urwa is committed to a person-centred approach and tailors her therapy techniques to best suit the client’s needs, including culture, language, beliefs, communication style and life.

Additional Languages Spoken: Urdu/Hindi, Punjabi

Margaret Douglas

General Psychologist

Margaret graduated from Griffith University in 2002 with a Bachelorof Behavioural Science; Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) &Graduate Diploma of Counselling. She has worked in communityagencies, non for profit agencies, Government departments and alsoa Private Practice. Her interests are as follows:– Alcohol and Drug abuse– Couples Counselling– Positive Psychology– Grief and Loss– Relationships– Mindfulness– Self-esteem– Depression– Anxiety– Trauma

Kerry Dutton

Registered Psychologist

Kerry is a warm, compassionate and experienced registered psychologist who understands how overwhelming life can feel at times – and how hard it can be to reach out for support. With 14 years of clinical experience, she is passionate about creating a safe space where clients feel genuinely heard, supported, and empowered.

Kerry’s clinical focus includes supporting adults and older adults with:

 Anxiety and stress
 PTSD
 Trauma
 Chronic pain
 Workplace issues and burnout
 Adult ADHD and Autism

She is trained in a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. Her approach is trauma-informed, and person centred, tailoring each approach to suit the unique needs, goals, and lived experiences of her clients.

In addition to therapy, Kerry offers Autism and ADHD assessments for adults, with a special interest in high-masking presentations. She is a full member of the Australasian ADHD Professionals Association (AADPA) and brings a neuro-affirming lens to all her work. Kerry is also fully registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS) and the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc. (MAAPi).