Dr. Amanda Nagulendran

Dr. Amanda Nagulendran is a dedicated and compassionate Clinical Psychologist who provides evidence-based psychological care to adults and older adults. She is deeply committed to helping her clients navigate complex emotional challenges and achieve their personal goals. Dr. Nagulendran has a broad range of clinical experience across both public and private healthcare settings in Melbourne. Her practice focuses on supporting individuals experiencing anxiety disorders, depression, adjustment difficulties, trauma, and challenges with emotion regulation.

In her clinical practice, Dr. Nagulendran utilises a collaborative and reassuring approach tailored to each individual's unique needs. Her therapeutic framework integrates evidence-based modalities, combining elements of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), alongside mindfulness techniques. Her professional background includes treating anxiety and depression within specialist clinics, delivering psychological services to medical inpatients, and facilitating day programmes focused on Dialectical Behaviour Therapy.

Dr. Nagulendran completed her academic training with a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology, followed by a Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) degree. She has a strong research background in cross-cultural psychology, having conducted significant research at Monash University's School of Psychological Sciences and the Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health. This academic foundation enhances her ability to work effectively with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. As a first-generation Sri Lankan Australian, she brings a nuanced understanding of the complexities associated with navigating cultural identity, allowing her to offer highly culturally sensitive and empathetic care.