Our Team

  • Photo of Danielle Cahill, Provisional Psychologist at Insightful Minds Psychology

    Danielle Cahill (She/her) - Welcoming new clients

    “Just because I carry it well, doesn’t mean it isn’t heavy and I don’t need some help.” – Sam Fischer

    Dani is a dedicated provisional psychologist committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for her clients, emphasizing compassion and judgment-free spaces. With experience spanning from childhood to adulthood, Dani has worked with clients experiencing anxiety, mood disorders, stress, emotion regulation difficulties, externalizing behaviours, and parenting concerns.

    Drawing on evidence-based therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dani tailors interventions to meet the specific needs of each client. Her background in behaviour-based therapy, coupled with experience under the NDIS umbrella, equips her to address a diverse range of needs. Dani is well-versed in providing support to clients with varying profiles, including neurotypical, neurodivergent, and individuals with other disabilities.

    Passionate about collaborative work, Dani utilises a person-centred approach to assist clients in reaching their goals. Whether it's navigating the challenges of life or enhancing emotional well-being, Dani is here to support you on your journey.

    Her qualifications include:

    - Master of Professional Psychology

    - Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

    - Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Agency (AHPRA)

    - Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Society (Assoc. MAPS)

  • Photo of Kathryn Woodcock, Psychologist at Insightful Minds Psychology

    Kathryn Woodcock (She/her) - Welcoming new clients

    IKathy is a clinical psychologist registrar (registered psychologist) who applies a warm, non-judgemental and compassionate approach to her work and ensures the therapeutic space is as comfortable as it can be. She works collaboratively with her clients so that each client’s individuality is fostered and supported.

    Kathy is particularly interested in supporting women and their families through often difficult life transitions, including both the post-natal and adolescent period. Her clinical experience is diverse, having worked with clients and families across the lifespan from childhood to adulthood. She has experience in the school setting and other private practices working with clients experiencing trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, school refusal and relationship difficulties.

    Kathy’s utilises a Cognitive Behaviour Therapy framework, however other modalities are drawn upon as needed. She takes a person-centred approach making sure that the goals of the clients are always front of mind. Kathy’s work at the Black Dog Institute for the past 8 years, has ensured she is a strong advocate for mental health and her clinical practice is both informed and integrates the latest available evidence.

    She has passion to support others navigate the path towards wellness and achieve their goals.

    Her qualifications include:

    - Master of Clinical Psychology

    - Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

    - Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Agency (AHPRA)

    - Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Society (Assoc. MAPS)

  •  Photo of Dr Leigh Plummer, Clinical Psychologist Insightful Minds Psychology Central Coast NSW

    Dr Leigh Plummer (She/Her) - Currently welcoming new clients

    “What we don’t need in the midst of struggle is shame for being human” – Brene Brown

    Leigh is a clinical psychologist dedicated to supporting you through life’s challenges with warmth, insight, and evidence-based care. She works primarily with older adolescents (16+) and adults of all ages, with a particular interest in helping you navigate eating disorders, body image concerns, and attachment-based trauma. Leigh is also passionate about supporting women in deepening their understanding of themselves and their relationships.

    Her therapeutic approach is integrative and tailored to meet your unique needs, goals, and readiness for change. Leigh will meet you where you are on your journey, providing a collaborative, non-judgmental space where you can feel safe, understood, and supported.

    With a strong foundation in trauma-informed care, Leigh’s focus is on helping you build insight, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change. She draws on a range of evidence-based modalities to support you in moving beyond symptom reduction toward deeper personal growth.

    Leigh is passionate about incorporating EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) into her therapeutic work, where appropriate. EMDR is a well-researched and effective treatment for a range of mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional distress, body image issues, eating disorders, and low self-worth. Leigh will work collaboratively with you to assess whether EMDR is a suitable option and, if so, develop a personalised treatment plan that aligns with your goals and needs. EMDR intensives are also offered, if appropriate.

    Above all, Leigh’s goal is not just to help reduce distressing symptoms, but to empower you to deepen your self-understanding and support long-term change that enhances your overall wellbeing.

    Her qualifications include:

    - Doctor of Clinical and Health Psychology

    - Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)

    - Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

    - Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS)

    - Member of EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA)

  • Photo of Lorren Wright, Clinical Psychologist Insightful Minds Psychology Central Coast NSW

    Lorren Wright (She/her) - Currently welcoming new clients

    Having worked in the public mental health system for a number of years, Lorren’s expertise lies within the assessment and treatment of adolescents and adults presenting with a broad range of issues, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, past trauma, personality disorders, suicidal ideation, non-suicidal self-injury, adolescent issues and parenting concerns.

    Lorren uses a client- centred and non-judgmental approach to promote a sense of empowerment and self-efficacy in her clients. Along with evidence based treatment strategies, her work focuses on creating nurturing relationships, and fostering meaningful insight to produce lasting therapeutic change. She offers individualised treatment plans, utilizing a range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy, Metacognitive therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Circle of Security and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) informed care.

    Lorren is passionate about working therapeutically with adolescents and their families to enhance communication and family functioning, and assist young people to develop a positive relationship with their emotions.

    Her qualifications include:

    - Masters of Clinical Psychology

    - Board Approved Supervisor

    - Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

    - Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS)