Meet
Dr Carly Fay

Providing compassionate and collaborative psychological care for adults Australia-wide, Carly is a private, clinical psychologist based on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

Professional Doctorate of Clinical Psychology


Approach

In order to begin to make changes in life, we first need to feel heard and understood – so this is where the first session starts. Dr Carly Fay provides an open, warm and genuine therapeutic space to help you engage fully in therapy. Combining extensive clinical experience with evidence-based, clinically proven therapies, Carly individually tailors the treatment plan to help you define your treatment goals and then begin to take steps to achieve these.

Carly’s treatment approach incorporates Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Schema Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. With a focus on providing simple yet effective tools and strategies, along with a generous dose of humour, Carly is passionate about helping you live a fuller, more meaningful and courageous life.


Areas of practice

In private practice, Carly works individually with adults and has experience treating a range of mental health and adjustment issues including:

  • Anxiety

  • Self-criticism and perfectionism

  • Grief and loss

  • Depression

  • Stress and burnout

  • Chronic pain and health conditions

  • Self-esteem and self-development

  • Adjustment difficulties to major challenges in life


Cancer counselling

An area of special interest for Carly is working with those impacted by cancer, including individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer and partners or family members who provide care and support. Cancer counselling can assist with:

  • Adjusting to the initial diagnosis

  • Navigating the healthcare system

  • Managing the rigours of treatment

  • Dealing with body image changes

  • Adjusting to physical change or losses

  • Transitioning out of treatment

  • Finding a “new normal”

  • Dealing with scanxiety or fear of cancer recurrence

  • Returning to work 

When treatment is no longer curative, Carly also has extensive experience in supporting people dealing with anticipatory grief and bereavement. When time is precious, Carly is focused on helping people to stay present, address fears, connect and adjust in the best way they can.