about amina ahmed
Amina Ahmed is a senior Forensic Psychologist with a depth of knowledge and experience across a broad spectrum of psychological contexts. Her experience ranges from working with refugees and other marginalised communities to supporting first responders for post-critical incidents in managing their mental health.
Amina has extensive experience working effectively with a variety of clinical and forensic presentations including depression, anxiety, substance use, anger management, complex trauma, victims of crime, and the intersection of mental health in criminal matters. She has worked with individuals from all walks of life, from fast-paced CEOs to busy blue-collar workers.
Her approach to all individuals is driven from her ethos that every person has a right to positive mental health. Amina is a seasoned forensic psychologist, with ample experience in responding to matters of a forensic nature, including Court reports and treatment of forensic clients. Amina approaches her work with dedication and diligence, assisting clients from the beginning to the end of their healing journey.
amina Ahmed
B.Psyc., m.psyc (forensic)
Medicare Provider No. 418754EB
Therapies
Amina utilises a number of evidence based therapies to develop care plans in collaboration with the client to cater for individual needs. These include: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing (MI), Psycho-education, Relaxation Strategies and Skills Training.
Specialisation
Amina has 14 years experience working with clients in the forensic setting. She has experience in conducting Psychological Assessments and providing Medico-Legal Reports for matters such as Section 14, Sentencing, Immigration, Sexual/ Violence Risk Assessment, Malingering, Firearms Licence, and other general Criminal Matters.
Services
Amina’s therapy services include, but are not limited to:
Forensic psychology
General Psychology
Alcohol and other drugs addictions (AOD)
Anger Management
Anxiety and phobias
Emotional and physical abuse
Grief and Loss
Mental health
Self-Esteem and Self-Development
Credentials
Amina completed a Bachelor of Psychology (including a Post Graduate Diploma in Psychology) and a Master of Psychology in Forensic Psychology at Western Sydney University. Amina is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and is a fully Endorsed Forensic Psychologist. She is a Member of the Australian Psychological Society and a Fellow of the College of Forensic Psychologists.