About us

Macquarie Street Psychologists provides experienced psychological care, coaching and specialist consulting for individuals, couples, families, professionals and organisations.

Our approach is grounded in professionalism, ethics and confidentiality, together with current psychological research and evidence-based practice. We believe meaningful change begins with understanding how difficulties have developed and working collaboratively towards practical ways forward.

PAMELA WILLIAMS SMITH

Clinical Psychologist
BA(Hons), MAPS, FCCLP, MICCP, ISCP
Fellow, APS College of Clinical Psychologists
Member, International College of Coaching Psychology

Pamela Williams Smith is the founder of Macquarie Street Psychologists and brings extensive experience across clinical psychology, organisational consulting, executive coaching and performance.

She trained in psychology at the University of New South Wales, completing a BA (Hons), before undertaking the DFAT Cadet Programme in Canberra. She later worked at Birkbeck College, London University, and completed a three-year research study for the Commonwealth Bank of Australia under Professor Wilfred Jarvis at UNSW, involving approximately 25,000 employees and examining motivation and turnover.

The opportunity to work across many industries developed through both consulting and clinical work. The flexibility of clinical practice also enabled Pamela to raise three young children while continuing to pursue her professional career.

For six years, Pamela combined her Macquarie Street private practice with group clinical work at St Vincent’s Hospital and CRUFAD under the supervision of Professor Gavin Andrews. During this time, she developed and conducted an eight-week Anxiety Management Programme, while also being involved in other clinical group work.

Pamela’s work has also included corporations in Australia and overseas, as well as elite tennis players in the USA and UK competing at Grand Slam level. Over the course of her career, she has had the opportunity to work with people from all walks of life.

Clinical psychologist Pamela Williams Smith seated in a sunlit consulting room at Macquarie Street Psychologists in Sydney

Pamela is a Fellow of the Clinical College of the Australian Psychological Society and held a position on the Committee for Coaching Psychologists for approximately six years. She has also conducted stress-management lectures and workshops at the Australian College of Applied Psychology.

At Macquarie Street Psychologists, Pamela is committed to high standards of professionalism, ethics and confidentiality, while drawing on current research and developments in psychology.

She believes it takes courage to seek professional help for psychological difficulties. Her approach is to support each person through a mutually agreed and practical process, helping them understand how difficulties have developed, find relief from distress and identify ways to reduce the likelihood of relapse.

Through this collaborative process, new perspectives and meaningful change can become possible.

Pamela’s particular interests include:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Trauma
  • Grief and loss
  • Relationships
  • Families and couples
  • Professional and team relationships
  • Motivation and performance
  • Career optimisation
  • Executive coaching
  • Sport and performance psychology
  • Pain management
  • Media coaching

STEPH JONES

Psychologist

Steph Jones provides thoughtful, evidence-informed psychological support for children, adolescents and families.

She is a registered psychologist and experienced educational leader, bringing extensive experience across psychology, education and student wellbeing.

Steph’s understanding of both psychological development and educational environments allows her to work holistically with young people and families, particularly where emotional wellbeing, learning, relationships and school intersect.

Her approach is warm, collaborative and psychologically grounded. She takes the time to understand what may be happening beneath the surface, helping young people develop insight, strengthen relationships, build practical strategies and navigate challenges with greater confidence.

At the heart of Steph’s work is the belief that psychological support is not simply about managing difficulties, but about helping young people understand themselves, recognise their strengths and develop the capacity to thrive.

Specific strategies

  • Steph utilises a holistic approach to support and work with children, adolescents, families, caregivers and teachers.
  • Specifically, the compassionate therapeutic approaches include:
  • Mindfulness/Meditation techniques
  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Solution-focused therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • VIA Character Strengths
  • Role playing
  • Art therapy
  • Creation of resume, study timetables, study techniques

DR MARTHA KNOX-HALY

Registered Psychologist
BA (Hons), MA (Hons), MBA, PhD, Masters (Psychology), MAPS

Martha is a registered psychologist with endorsement in organisational psychology and a Masters in Clinical Psychology.

With more than twenty years’ experience in private practice, she works with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, post-traumatic stress and the broader pressures that can arise through relationships, family life, work, bereavement and periods of change.

Martha also has extensive experience supporting people with workplace and career concerns, including communication, workplace relationships, organisational pressures and conflict resolution.

Her approach draws on evidence-based psychological therapies including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Narrative Exposure Therapy, mindfulness and EMDR, while placing particular emphasis on listening to and understanding each person’s individual experience.

QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE

No referral is required for a private appointment. A GP referral is required if you wish to access eligible Medicare rebates.
Yes. Medicare rebates may be available for eligible psychological treatment when referred by your GP.
Many private health funds provide rebates for psychological services, depending on your level of cover. Please check directly with your fund.
Yes. Services may be provided under approved workers compensation arrangements. Written approval from the insurer is required before treatment commences.
Pamela Williams Smith works across clinical psychology, relationships, executive coaching, performance and professional environments. Stephanie Jones has a particular focus on children, adolescents, families, education and student wellbeing. Consulting Psychologist Dr Martha Knox-Haly works with adults across clinical and workplace concerns and consults at the practice on Mondays. If you are unsure who may be best suited to your needs, please contact the practice and we can help guide you.
Yes. Personal information is treated with strict confidentiality and stored securely, with access limited to your psychologist and authorised practice staff in accordance with the practice’s privacy policy.
Please contact the practice by phone or email to discuss availability and the most appropriate psychologist for your needs.

FOR REFERRERS

Macquarie Street Psychologists welcomes referrals from GPs, specialists and other health professionals.

Where appropriate and with client consent, we work collaboratively with referring practitioners to support continuity of care.

Medicare rebates may be available for eligible psychological treatment following a GP referral. Private health fund rebates may also apply depending on individual cover.

REFERRALS

For referrals or to discuss the most appropriate psychologist for your patient:

02 9235 3880

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