My Professional Experience and Therapeutic Approach

Hi, I’m Alec — a registered psychologist at Reimagine Psychology with a background in both clinical and organisational psychology. I work with adults whose psychological distress has taken shape at the intersection of their inner world and the demands placed on them by work and life.

My work is grounded in the understanding that psychological distress is not a personal failure, but a meaningful response to sustained pressure, unmet needs, and environments that has stretched us beyond our capacity to cope. My work is evidence-based, trauma-informed, and integrative. I draw on a range of therapeutic frameworks, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, adapting each approach to the individual and their life context rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Alongside this, I bring a strong interest in how people’s histories, lived experiences, and ways of coping take shape over time, both in work, interpersonal relationships, and life. Therapy offers a space to understand what’s been happening, stabilise what feels overwhelming, and begin recovering in a way that feels steady and sustainable.

Alec Smith

Organisational Psychology Registrar

MPsych (Organisational)
BSci, BPsych (Honours)

AHPRA Registered Psychologist

PSY0002601744

Currently available for new clients with no waitlist.

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ADHD
Anxiety
Assertiveness
Burnout and Recovery
Career Development
Communication
Depression
Goal Setting
Identity Issues
Interpersonal Conflict
Leadership Development

I can support clients with:

Motivation
Performance
Resilience
Self-Care
Self-Esteem
Stress Management
Study and Career
Workplace Issues
Work-Life Balance

I’m trained in the following approaches:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Solutions Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Motivational Interviewing
Positive Psychology

My Background and Beliefs

I grew up in regional Victoria, in a community where mental health wasn’t often talked about. That early silence taught me how people learn to survive without support — by pushing through emotional pain alone, often without the language or tools to make sense of their inner world.

Before becoming a psychologist, I worked in management consulting. I saw firsthand how perfectionism, burnout, and emotional suppression are often normalised in high-performing environments. Those experiences deepened my desire to do work that feels human, connected, and real. I wanted to create spaces where people could be authentic and heard — not judged, fixed, or rushed.

I believe therapy should feel like a partnership — where your experiences are held with care and curiosity, and your healing unfolds at your own pace. My role isn’t to give you all the answers, but to help you reconnect with your own inner wisdom, challenge what no longer serves you, and build a more compassionate relationship with yourself.

At the heart of my work is a belief in your capacity to heal — and a commitment to walking alongside you with presence, respect, and care.

Qualifications and Memberships

Masters of Psychology (Organisational)
Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)
Bachelor of Science (Psychology)

For further information or to make an appointment with Alec Smith, please email us at admin@reimaginepsychology.melbourne or phone our friendly reception team on (03) 8330 5588.