Sally Shinkfield

Sally Shinkfield

Clinical Psychologist
MPsych(Clin), MSocSc, GDipPsych, BPsych, MAPS


Sally is a Clinical Psychologist, with experience working in private practice and government settings, providing assessment services and psychological therapy. Sally holds a Master of Psychology (Clinical) from the University of Adelaide, and has completed her clinical registrar program.

Sally holds great value in building a trusting therapeutic relationship with clients, where challenges and concerns can be explored with respect and curiosity. She has experience treating a range of mental health concerns, and understands the impact early experiences can have on current functioning. Her approach is warm and open minded, and she enjoys seeing the meaningful and enduring change that comes with self-discovery and skill development. Sally holds great respect for anyone who is able to acknowledge a need for support, and initiate positive change in their lives through psychological treatment.

With a firm grounding in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Sally considers it essential to tailor her approach to suit the needs and goals of each individual. As such, she also utilizes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and incorporates mindfulness-based techniques to reduce emotional distress and improve overall functioning. Sally is committed to ongoing professional development to ensure the provision of effective evidence-based therapeutic interventions for each of her clients.

Sally’s areas of interest and therapeutic experience include:
  • Anxiety
  • Social anxiety and shyness
  • Specific phobias
  • Panic attacks and panic disorder
  • Health anxiety
  • Excessive worry
  • Depressed mood
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Eating Disorders (Bulimia, Binge Eating)

Davies & Robertson Psychology


We are experienced clinical psychologists who provide evidence-based treatment of common mental health problems to help individuals overcome distress and fully engage in life.

We help people of all ages experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, depressed mood, sleep disturbance, trauma and weight-related problems. We are passionate about helping people live their best lives.

Our details


Location: 145 Tynte Street
North Adelaide SA 5006

Postal address: PO Box 482
North Adelaide SA 5006

Phone: (08) 8361 9724
Fax: (08) 7200 7625
info@drpsychology.com.au

Our psychologists


Dr Matt Davies
PhD, MPsych (Clin), BBSc (Hons)

Dr Sharon Robertson
PhD, MPsych (Clin), FCCLP

Dr Jodie Harris
PhD (Clin.Psyc.), B.Psyc. (Hons)

Clara Mittiga
MPsych (Clin), BPsych (Hons)

Marilyn Kingston
MPsych (Clin), BA Psych (Hons)

Amelia Rieger
MPsych (Clin), B.PsychSc (Hons)

Dr Lian Hill
PhD, MPsych (Clin)

Sally Shinkfield
MPsych (Clin), MSocSc, GDipPsych, BPsych

Dr Dan Carabellese
BA, BPsych (Hons), MPsych (Clin), PhD

Katie Pollock
MPsych (Clin), BPsychSc (Hons)

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