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Sept. 20, 2023

Why is it so hard to find a placement? (with Dr Averil Cook)

Why is it so hard to find a placement? (with Dr Averil Cook)

Bron and Averil unpack why it is so bloody hard to find a placement as a provisional/registrar psychologist. They chat about πŸ‘‰πŸ½ Why universities find it hard to find placements for students πŸ‘‰πŸ» Why public health, private practices, and NGO's find it difficult to offer placements πŸ‘‰πŸΏ What would make it easier for organisations to offer placements πŸ‘‰πŸΎ Tips for finding a placement and hope for the future!

Guest: Dr Averil Cook (Clinical Psychologist and Director of Bodhi & Psychology)

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Dr Averil Cook

Director of Bodhi Psychology / Clinical Psychologist

Dr Averil Cook is a warm and experienced Clinical Psychologist who has worked with adolescents, families and adults for over 11 years. Averil has also collaboratively developed and run the Masters of Clinical Psychology and Masters of Psychology Practice (Clinical) programs at The Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP). Averil is passionate about developing diversity and cultural competence in clinicians, researching in social justice and mental health issues and has been a consultant for large educational organisations to improve diversity and inclusion in their workplaces.