Business Details
15 Years
experience
Specialist Psychological Services in Launceston
Established in 2011, forPsych is a specialist psychological practice delivering forensic, general, and disability-related services across Northern Tasmania. Our team of accredited professionals combines clinical excellence with compassionate care, offering assessments, expert testimony, and therapeutic interventions tailored to individual needs. With expertise in criminal, medico-legal, and child psychology, we utilise secure telehealth to overcome geographic barriers. Our practice affirms neurodiversity and gender inclusivity, led by neurodivergent practitioners with lived experience.We provide NDIS-registered support, veteran services, and supervision programs for psychologists, maintaining rigorous standards through memberships with AAPi, ANZAPPL, and ATSA. Our evidence-based approach ensures accurate diagnoses, risk evaluations, and court-ready reports, underpinned by 12 years of military and IT experience from our principal psychologist. We prioritise client comfort through non-confrontational engagement, supported by a practice manager with nursing expertise and a therapy dog in training.
Services
Forensic Assessments
Psychological Diagnosis
NDIS Disability Services
Cognitive Assessments
Veteran Support
Parenting Evaluations
Telehealth Consultations
Expert Witness Reports
Supervision Programs
Neurodiversity Support
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer forensic psychology services with court-tested expert testimony expertise
- Our team includes neurodivergent practitioners with lived experience of autism
- NDIS-registered providers with tailored disability support programs
- Veteran-friendly practice led by an ex-Australian Airforce psychologist
- Secure telehealth consultations available across Tasmania and beyond
Associations and certifications
- NDIS
Services
Forensic Assessments
Comprehensive forensic evaluations for criminal, medico-legal, and family court matters. Our assessments determine competence, capacity, and psychological impact, with expert witness testimony admissible in court. Services include fitness-to-stand-trial assessments and criminal responsibility evaluations.
NDIS Disability Services
Tailored NDIS-registered support focusing on functional assessments and individualised recommendations. We specialise in autism spectrum disorder evaluations and cognitive ability testing, with services charged according to current NDIS price guidelines and delivered through face-to-face or telehealth consultations.
Cognitive Assessments
Diagnostic evaluations measuring cognitive, achievement, and functional abilities for children and adults. Our assessments identify learning difficulties, developmental delays, and intellectual capabilities, forming the basis for educational planning and therapeutic interventions aligned with Australian Psychological Society standards.
Veteran Support
Specialist psychological services for veterans, including trauma assessment, PTSD diagnosis, and transition support. Our principal psychologist brings 12 years of military experience to address service-related mental health challenges through evidence-based therapeutic approaches and court-compliant reporting.
Supervision Programs
Board-approved supervision for psychologists seeking registration or forensic endorsement. We offer structured programs for 4+2, 5+1 pathways, and continuing professional development, combining clinical expertise with training expertise developed through Australian Institute of Training and Development membership.
People
Sam van der Wijngaart
Principal Psychologist
Registered forensic psychologist with 12 years military experience and Masters qualification. Specialises in court testimony, autism assessment, and veteran support. Founder of forPsych since 2011.
Bec Farnell
Practice Manager
Nursing background with part-time practice management. Oversees operations and client communication, ensuring smooth service delivery while balancing family commitments.
James Blair
Provisional Psychologist
Former teacher specialising in child and adolescent psychology. Brings maturity and educational expertise to therapeutic interventions, with interests in farm management and Star Wars.
Snowy Schnauzer
Psychology Dog
Trainee animal-assisted therapy dog born in 2020. Specialises in client comfort through toy chasing and sunlight napping while training for full therapeutic role.
Questions
What psychological services does forPsych offer?
We provide forensic assessments, clinical diagnoses, NDIS disability support, cognitive evaluations, parenting assessments, and veteran services, with telehealth options available.
How can I make a referral to forPsych?
Complete our online Request for Service form via Splose, or contact us directly by phone or email for urgent matters.
Are forPsych services available outside Tasmania?
Yes, we offer secure telehealth consultations Australia-wide and conduct outreach assessments in other regions by arrangement.
Is forPsych registered with the NDIS?
Yes, we are a registered NDIS provider offering support under Daily Living categories, charged according to current NDIS price guides.
What qualifications do forPsych psychologists hold?
Our team includes a Masters-qualified Forensic Psychologist with AAPi accreditation, professional memberships with ANZAPPL and ATSA, and specialist training in court testimony.
