Petra Skeffington
Name: A/Prof Petra Skeffington
Title: Clinical Psychologist
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapist (PAT)
A/Prof Petra Skeffington is a Clinical Psychologist who has been registered since 2008. She currently works in private practice in Boorloo (Perth) and teaches into the Master of Applied Psychology (Professional), Master of Applied Psychology (Clinical Psychology), and Doctor of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) programs. She is also a founding member of the Psychedelic Institute of Australia.
Her research explores innovative treatments for PTSD and complex or refractory trauma disorders, psychedelic-assisted psychotherapies, psychological resilience, crisis intervention, and the cultural suitability of mental health assessments and interventions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Accreditation Category: Psychedelic-Assisted Therapist (PAT)
Registration Numbers: AHPRA No. PSY0001579346
Accreditation Status: Fully Accredited
Website or booking link: https://cygnetclinic.com.au/
Practice/clinic Location: Cygnet Clinic, Midland WA 6056, Australia
Professional Registrations: AHPRA
Clinical & Therapeutic Focus Areas: Trauma & PTSD / Complex Trauma, Depression & Mood Disorders, Anxiety, Panic & OCD, Grief & Bereavement
Therapeutic Modalities / Approaches: Preparation for Psychedelic Therapy, Psychedelic Integration, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Polyvagal-Informed Therapy, Narrative Therapy
Cultural & Spiritual Frameworks: Intergenerational Trauma / Ancestral Psychology
Additional Services: Supervision / Mentoring