Sarah Stanford
Sunshine Coast Psychologist

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Director & Clinical Psychologist,

EMDR Therapist, & AHPRA Board Approved Supervisor 

Status: Accepting New Clients

Sarah is a trauma-informed psychologist who works with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, burnout, and relational difficulties. Sarah brings a grounded, kind and collaborative approach, creating a space where clients feel supported, understood, and empowered

Sarah is a wife, mother, business owner, and Clinical Psychologist — with a long-standing passion for walking alongside people as they navigate life’s challenges and transitions.

 Sarah’s professional journey began over two decades ago, working as a youth pastor and residential support worker for young people in the child safety system. From there, she became a high school chaplain, supporting the social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing of more than 1,600 teenagers and their families.

Over time, she noticed a shift, in that the challenges young people and families were facing were growing more complex and that’s when her journey into the field of psychology began.

Working with people from all walks of life, Sarah understands that the human experience is made up of seasons: some of suffering and pain, others of healing and growth. She believes it’s not what happens to us that defines us — but what we choose to do with it.

As a Clinical Psychologist, Sarah sees her role as someone who jumps into the trenches of life with you and guides you through to wide open spaces. Whether you're facing anxiety, navigating major stressors, feeling stuck by trauma, Sarah offers support, tools for the journey, and a way forward.

Today, as the founder of a growing psychology practice on the Sunshine Coast, she remains deeply connected to this calling, finding purpose in supporting anyone who walks through the doors of Harmony Psychology.

Research Publications: Australian Chaplains and Their Professional Quality of Life DOI: 10.1177/15423050211036344 

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Qualifications

  • APHRA Psychologist (Clinical Psychology Registrar) PYY0002474430 

  • Master of Psychology (Clinical) USC  

  • Psychological Science (Honours) JCU

  • Bachelor of Psychological Science JCU  

  • Diploma in Ministry (Leadership) - Alphacrusis College  

  • Diploma of Child, Youth & Family Intervention - TAFE  

  • Triple P – Positive Parenting Program Level 4 University of Queensland 

  • V in Training & Assessment – TAE40110 McLeod Training Organisation

  • AHPRA Board Approved Supervisor

Sunshine Coast
Events & Workshop

Whether you're seeking a keynote speaker, panel contributor, or a customised workshop for your team or event, Sarah brings depth, clarity, and warmth to every engagement. To express interest, simply email a brief overview of your event and the psychological topic or area you'd like covered to: sarah@harmonypsychology.net.au