Meet The Team

I completed my Bachelor of Psychology with Honours at Curtin University and my Master of Professional Psychology at La Trobe University. Currently, I am a provisional psychologist working part-time at Bruce Psychology and also part-time with the Department of Justice within prison systems.

I am training in forensic psychometrics and am focused on enhancing my skills with mental health and diagnostic screeners, intelligence and personality testing. I provide CBT, risk assessment, grief counselling, DBT, relationship counselling, diagnostics, and motivational interviewing.

I have experience in individual counselling with forensic populations and within the community, and I deliver therapeutic interventions in group settings for adult prison populations. I strive to be culturally competent, open-minded, and non-judgmental, creating a comfortable space for clients to express what’s important to them. I am committed to continuous learning about cultural differences and diverse populations throughout my career.

Francine’s journey to becoming a Registered Psychologist began after raising her four children and working part-time as a bank teller. She earned first-class Honours in Psychology from Curtin University in 2013. With extensive experience in various roles—including school counsellor, inclusion support officer, and provisional psychologist in employment agencies—Francine has also held a fulfilling position as a counsellor with Relationships Australia before joining Bruce Psychology.

Specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Francine is dedicated to creating a warm, supportive environment. She tailors her approach to meet each individual’s unique needs, recognizing that everyone processes experiences differently. Francine has a special interest in grief counselling and couples and family therapy.

Andrew Tan is a dedicated Provisional Psychologist with experience across educational and community settings. Andrew brings a strong foundation in assessments, counseling, and support work.

In 2024, Andrew worked as a Provisional School Psychologist with the Department of Education, providing services across multiple Wheatbelt regional schools. In this role, he conducted assessments, offered counseling to school-aged children, and ensured effective communication between various stakeholders. Andrew has also worked with the Dyslexia SPELD Foundation, focusing on psychological assessments for children with suspected learning disorders.

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Andrew’s experience extends to community support, where he has supported individuals with diverse disabilities, particularly in mental health support roles. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), he is passionate about incorporating deliberate practice principles to continually enhance his therapeutic skills.

Andrew enjoys working with a diverse range of clients but has a strong preference for counseling. He uses a blend of CBT and ACT techniques to support his clients and strives to create a safe and understanding environment. While he primarily focuses on counseling, he also values assessment work and is in the process of setting up services for assessments, which are currently in high demand.

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Outside of his professional role, Andrew is an advocate of lifelong learning. He has a keen interest in philosophy, fitness, and the arts. With a background in painting, poetry, guitar, and singing, Andrew believes in a holistic approach to well-being. In his free time, you might find him at the gym or reading books on psychology, self-help, philosophy, and social sciences.

Andrew is available for appointments Monday through Thursday and is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each client’s unique needs.

With 27 years of diverse experience in clinical, government, corporate, and university settings, I have dedicated my career to fostering a strong client-practitioner alliance, which I view as a sacred space for healing and growth. I hold a PhD from Queensland University of Technology, as well as a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree with First Class Honours from the University of Queensland.

Since 2011, I have been exclusively providing telehealth services since 2022. This flexible approach allows me to reach clients facing mobility issues, remote location challenges, or time constraints, making therapy more accessible.

My therapeutic style is collaborative and adaptable, integrating evidence-based practices from various psychological models, including cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and positive psychology. I aim to create a non-judgemental, empathetic environment where clients can explore their concerns and move towards greater self-awareness and well-being.

I specialize in helping individuals navigate challenges related to stress, burnout, grief, depression, anxiety, and life transitions, as well as performance psychology for creatives, students, and professionals. My research interests include chronic insomnia, stemming from my early work at the University of Queensland.