At Shade Tree Psychology, the focus is simple: to provide calm, practical, evidence-based support that helps people navigate life with clarity and confidence.
We value straightforward communication, collaborative problem-solving, and creating a space where clients feel respected and understood.
Our approach is client-centred and grounded in current psychological research. We work with each individual’s goals, strengths, and challenges, offering therapy that is flexible, purposeful, and tailored to their needs.
Improving wellbeing doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Our aim is to help clients build insight, develop workable strategies, and make meaningful changes that support long-term resilience and personal growth.
MISSION
RYAN SNEDDON - DIRECTOR / REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
Ryan is a Registered Psychologist with over a decade of experience supporting clients across mental health, rehabilitation, and workplace settings. He completed his Bachelor of Psychology at the University of Newcastle and is registered with AHPRA.
Ryan has extensive experience in Workers Compensation, having worked as both a treating psychologist and a Senior Rehabilitation Consultant. He has supported clients from a wide range of backgrounds, including emergency services, government agencies, and private industry.
Ryan works with a variety of psychological presentations, including anxiety, trauma, low mood, adjustment difficulties, and stress. His practice draws on cognitive-behavioural therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, mindfulness, and resilience-based approaches. Therapy is tailored to each client’s goals, pace, and circumstances.
Ryan’s focus is to provide a grounded, collaborative, and practical therapeutic experience. He aims to help clients understand their patterns, build workable strategies, and make meaningful and sustainable changes toward improved wellbeing.