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Change it energizing psychology was formed in 2007 by Dr. Mary Grogan, a clinical psychologist who wanted to create a professional, effective but relaxed practice in central Auckland.
Mary has been very fortunate to welcome experienced clinical psychologists into the practice including Dr. Elizabeth Du Preez, a specialist in working with couples and working with eating disorders, Dr. Jackie Feather, who works with all age groups and is a specialist in trauma; and Dr. Susan Hayes, who works primarily with anxiety, depression and adjusting to changes.
About Dr Mary Grogan
Qualifications and experience assuring you of safe accountable practice
Mary has a doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Auckland. She has worked for the last 8 years in the public and private sectors of mental health as a clinical psychologist, working with individuals and running groups.
Expert roles
Mary has been a tutor for the continuing education department at the University of Auckland where she has taught courses including "the science of happiness" and "changing your relationship with food."
Mary currently writes feature articles and columns for MiNDFOOD magazine, you can read her feature articles on forgiveness, emotional intelligence, why diets fail,post-traumatic growth, the psychology of ageing well, building better relationships and the key to happiness. More articles can be found here.
Mary's other media roles include being the NZ Women's Health magazine Stress Less expert in 2008-2009 and she has been interviewed frequently on radio providing strategies to improve work-life balance and have less stress in life.
Therapy Training
Mary has trained in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for depression (MBCT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and positive psychology.
Membership and conferences
Mary is a member of the New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists, and a founding member of the International Positive Psychology Association.
Mary has presented research at psychology conferences in Auckland (New Zealand College of Clinical Psychologists Annual Conference) and Berlin (International Neuropsychological Society Annual Conference.) She also participated in the Vivien Smith Advanced Institute of the International Neuropsychological Society in Greece.
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About Dr. Elizabeth Du Preez
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Qualifications and experience assuring you of safe accountable practice
Elizabeth has a doctorate in psychology from the University of Pretoria, South Africa. She has worked for the last 15 years in the tertiary education and private sectors of mental health as a counselling and clinical psychologist, working with individuals, couples, families and groups, as well as training psychology students on postgraduate level.
Expert roles
Elizabeth has been a lecturer at the University of Pretoria for 10 years where she taught family and narrative therapy 1999-2009. These courses explored ways in which therapists could make a difference in clients’ lives by looking at interpersonal dynamics, co-creating solution focused strategies and practicing mindfulness.
She has also had a private practice for the past 10 years, working with individuals struggling with disordered eating patterns, relationship therapy, depression and anxiety.
Elizabeth is currently a senior lecturer at the psychology dept at AUT, teaching and supervising on the postgraduate programmes in counselling psychology. She is also a family therapy supervisor at Kari Centre (ADHB).
Therapy Training
Elizabeth has trained in couples, family and group therapy as well as solution focussed narrative therapy.
Membership and conferences
Elizabeth is a member of the New Zealand Psychological Society and the NZ representative of an ongoing international research project between NZ, Sweden and South Africa that explores the relationship between personality, coping and resilience in police populations. She has published in this field.
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About Dr. Jackie Feather
Jackie is a registered clinical and counselling psychologist who works in the practice on Wednesday mornings. Jackie has over 20 years experience and can help with everyday problems and life transitions through to more complex problems such as resolving the effects of traumatic experiences. She is married with three adult children.
Qualifications and experience assuring you of safe accountable practice
Jackie has a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Massey University and a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling from the University of Auckland. She has worked in community and public sectors of mental health with all age groups from children through to older adults.
Expert roles
Jackie worked for 12 years in a specialist child abuse team that provided assessment and therapy for children, adolescents and their families. She has also worked in adult mental health providing therapy for depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress and other mental health difficulties.
Jackie has received research awards, published articles in academic journals and is co-author of a book; Cognitive behavioural therapy for child trauma and abuse: A step by step approach (Feather & Ronan, 2010).
Jackie previously taught Psychology at CQ University, Australia and is currently senior lecturer in the postgraduate programme in Counselling Psychology at AUT University.
Therapy training
Jackie has trained in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), including mindfulness and compassion-focused approaches. She has particular expertise in trauma-focused CBT for resolving past trauma and creating a new future. Jackie is involved in developing the new model of counselling psychology taught at AUT.
Membership and conferences
Jackie is a member of the New Zealand Psychological Society and the Aotearoa/New Zealand Association for Cognitive Behavioural Therapists (AnzaCBT). She has presented conference papers and workshops in New Zealand, Australia and London.
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About Dr Susan Hayes
 Susan is the newest member of the Change It team. She is a registered clinical psychologist able to assist with a range of issues including anxiety and depression. As the mother of two preschool children, Susan has a particular interest in the transition to parenthood, while her other professional interests include the adjustment to living with health issues and supervision of mental health professionals.
Qualifications and experience assuring you of safe accountable practice
Susan has a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) from the University of Auckland, with her doctoral research exploring the experiences of long-term cancer survivors. Susan has practised both as an individual therapist and group facilitator within DHB adult community mental health teams. Read about the benefits of solitude - Susan's recent media debut in the Sunday Star Times, May 2011.
Therapy Training
Susan is trained in cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Underpinning these modes of therapy is her belief in the importance of a life with meaning and purpose.
Availability
Susan is available for appointments on Saturday afternoons from 1pm.
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