Ian Macdonald
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Clinical Social Worker
Ian Macdonald is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Clinical Social Worker with more than two decades of experience across mental health, trauma, crisis intervention and therapeutic care. His calm, steady and grounded manner helps people feel safe, respected and understood, while also offering the clarity, structure and direction many people seek when they are ready to do meaningful therapeutic work. Ian has worked across private practice, hospital settings, youth and family services, crisis roles and complex community mental health. At Vista, Ian is well suited to people seeking a mature, thoughtful and highly experienced clinician who can offer structured, evidence-informed therapy within a discreet private practice environment.
CLIENT GROUPS
Therapeutic Approaches
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Interpersonal Therapy, Relaxation Strategies, Skills-Based Interventions
Qualifications & Professional Background
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and Clinical Social Worker. More than two decades of experience across private practice, hospital settings, youth and family services, crisis roles and complex community mental health.
Referral Pathways / Availability
GP Mental Health Care Plans, DVA, WorkCover, insurance, NDIS and private referral pathways.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Workplace Stress, Grief, Loss, Identity, Major Life Transitions, Emotional Regulation, Family History, Relationship Patterns, Crisis Recovery, Complex Community Mental Health