Bernard Ferrière

Bernard Ferrière is currently establishing a consulting room in East Malvern. His practice focuses on the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and trauma-related presentations. In addition, he accepts third-party referrals, including WorkCover, TAC, and Mental Health Care Plans.

Professional Background

Bernard is a highly experienced clinical psychologist and hypnotherapist with over 40 years of clinical practice. He began his career in academia, where he developed a strong foundation in psychological theory and evidence-based practice. This background naturally led him into clinical work. As a result, he went on to become a Senior Psychologist and Director of a leading drug and alcohol treatment centre. During this time, he built extensive expertise in addiction therapy, trauma recovery, and the treatment of complex psychological conditions.

Private Practice Experience

For the past 25 years, Bernard has worked in private practice. Throughout this time, he has provided personalised therapeutic care to individuals presenting with a broad range of mental health concerns. Importantly, he tailors his approach to each client, ensuring therapy aligns with their goals, challenges, and personal circumstances.

Therapeutic Approaches

Bernard is trained in several therapeutic modalities, including Transactional Analysis, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Brief Strategic Therapy, and Schema Therapy. Consequently, he can adapt his methods to suit each client’s needs. Moreover, he brings a holistic perspective to his work by integrating Buddhist Psychotherapy with traditional Western approaches. This combination supports deeper self-awareness, emotional regulation, and personal transformation.

Therapeutic Philosophy

Throughout his career, Bernard has remained committed to ongoing professional development. As a result, his practice reflects current and evolving therapeutic methodologies. His compassionate, flexible, and results-oriented approach has earned him a strong reputation as an empathetic clinician who supports lasting change. Above all, Bernard’s philosophy emphasises balance, self-understanding, and personal empowerment, helping clients navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and resilience.