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Jen Bradon

Psychologist (Co-Director)

Jen and Rebecca founded The Practice Healthcare with the aim of creating a warm and inviting space where people could be supported in accessing all forms of treatment in one clinic.

Jen: Experienced Registered Psychologist  with expertise in Eating Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, and Relationship Concerns

Jen is a compassionate and highly skilled registered psychologist with years of experience providing clinical care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. With expertise across private and public health services, Jen is dedicated to offering a safe, supportive environment for individuals facing challenges related to eating concerns, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties.

Individualised Client Centred Treatment for Eating Disorders and Mental Health Concerns

Jen has a deep passion for helping individuals discover their innate strengths, fostering motivation, and facilitating lasting change. With a proven track record of supporting clients to overcome ambivalence to change, Jen is especially experienced in working with those struggling with eating disorders, including Binge Eating Disorder (BED), Anorexia Nervosa (AN), and Bulimia Nervosa (BN). She also provides treatment for anxiety, depression, self-worth issues, and relationship concerns, fertility concerns and adjustment concerns, including adjustment to parenthood.

Holistic Approach to Health and Well-Being

Jen’s therapeutic approach focuses on all aspects of health, helping clients understand how eating concerns can impede their ability to live a life aligned with their values. She also addresses the role of body image concerns, assisting individuals in breaking free from the societal pressures and unrealistic expectations that contribute to distorted self-image.

Expert Support for Women

With a particular focus on women, Jen integrates evidence-based therapies with a secure therapeutic relationship, creating a strong foundation for change. She is dedicated to supporting those who struggle with unhelpful coping mechanisms and believes in providing a safe space for individuals to explore their strengths and embrace their preferred story. Jen understands the unique challenges faced by people, particularly in learning/ work environments, and helps them foster self-acceptance and increase self-worth. Through a combination of mindfulness techniques, emotional regulation, and the development of interpersonal skills, Jen empowers clients to manage emotional distress and navigate life challenges.

Professional Qualifications and Expertise

Jen holds membership with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and the Australian and New Zealand Academy for Eating Disorders (ANZAED). She has received comprehensive training in several therapeutic modalities, including:

  • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Schema Therapy
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
  • Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Time-Limited Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Family-Based Therapy (FBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E)
  • Radically Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (RO-DBT)
  • Specialist Supportive Clinical Management (SSCM)
  • Internal Family Systems Therapy

Jen is an ANZAED Eating Disorder Credentialed Clinician, reflecting her specialised expertise and extensive training in the treatment of eating disorders.

Extensive Clinical Experience and Contributions

Jen has worked extensively at Northside Clinic, where she contributed to the development of their eating disorders day program and inpatient treatment services. In 2018, Jen and her colleague Rebecca rewrote the group psychology program for the inpatient eating disorders unit, enhancing the quality of care for individuals in their recovery journey.

In addition to her clinical work, Jen has taught at Macquarie University in the Masters of Professional Psychology program. She has covered topics including counselling and narrative therapy techniques, ethical issues in psychology, and provided small group supervision for students.

Get the Support You Need for Lasting Change

If you’re looking for expert psychological support for eating concerns, mental health challenges, or relationship difficulties, Jen provides compassionate, evidence-based care to help you create meaningful change. Contact Admin today to begin your journey toward healing and self-discovery.

Jen is available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
50 minute consultation $300
Medicare rebate $98.95
Private health fund rebate may apply