Psychologist & Counsellor Services
Ambrose McKinnery is a Psychologist and Counsellor with more than 25 years’ experience across clinical, counselling and organisational psychology.
Qualifications:
BA (Hons) Psychology (Sydney)
Graduate Diploma of Counselling (ACAP)
Registered with AHPRA | Medicare-approved | NDIS | QLD WorkCover
Relationship & Couples Counselling
Ambrose is Integrated Wellness Clinic’s Relationship Counselling Specialist, with extensive experience helping couples navigate communication difficulties, conflict, disconnection, separation and other relationship challenges.
Individual Psychology & Counselling
Ambrose provides individual psychological counselling to a limited number of adult clients, working across the lifespan, and supporting people with a broad range of concerns, including:
- Depression, anxiety and stress
- Frustration and anger management
- PTSD and trauma-related difficulties
- Grief and loss
- Sleep difficulties
- Confidence and self-esteem
- Social and communication difficulties
- Addictions and problematic substance use
- Pain management
- Elder-care and family issues
- Work-related and vocational concerns
Hospital & Health Experience
Ambrose has previously worked as a contractor to Selangor and Noosa hospitals, providing counselling and psychological support to patients and families experiencing significant medical and emotional challenges.
His hospital experience includes medical stress, pain management, rehabilitation and palliative care. He has worked with individuals and families in particularly demanding circumstances and has been called upon by medical staff to assist with complex patient challenges.
Organisational Psychology & Executive Coaching
Earlier in his career, Ambrose worked extensively with organisations and employees, supporting many thousands of people across areas including:
- Career transition and vocational guidance
- Recruitment and psychometric assessment
- Executive coaching
- Leadership and group development
- Succession planning
- Job analysis
- Employee engagement and performance
He has also completed further training in Accelerated Change and Learning Applications through Inspiritive and Executive Coaching through the Australian Institute of Executive Coaching.
His own professional background includes seven years in banking and finance, as well as experience in hospitality, labouring, mining and coal terminals. He has also established and operated several businesses, giving him practical experience of employment, business development and marketing.
A Lifespan Approach to Wellbeing
Ambrose has a particular interest in lifespan and healthspan—helping people not simply manage difficulties, but develop the psychological, physical and lifestyle foundations for a healthier and more fulfilling life.
He applies these principles in his own life and brings this practical, whole-person perspective to his work with clients.
