Who we are
Psychologists
Receptive Psychology is led by Amy and Luke, both well known and accredited in the industry and highly reviewed by our clients
Receptive Psychology is a psychology practice led by Amy and Luke, both well known and accredited in the industry and highly reviewed by our clients.
Ms Amy Brandler
Clinical and Forensic Psychologist EMDRAA Consultant BPsych (Hons), MPsych (Forensic)
Amy is a registered Clinical and Forensic Psychologist specialising in complex mental health and trauma issues. With extensive experience across the justice system working with both victims and perpetrators, she brings deep insight into human behaviour and resilience.
Focusing on adults and adolescents (16+), her areas of expertise include anxiety, personality disorders, complex trauma, dissociation, and emotion regulation.
As a qualified EMDRAA Consultant, she integrates evidence-based therapies including CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy, ACT, and EMDR, tailoring treatment to each individual's needs with a compassionate yet honest approach.
Dr Luke Hockey
Forensic Psychologist BAppSci (Psych), Grad Dip Psych, DPsych (Forensic)
Luke is a registered Forensic Psychologist specialising in treatment work with individuals who have offended, particularly those with complex personal histories and unmet needs. With a strong focus on clients with cognitive or developmental disabilities including intellectual disability, severe autism, or acquired brain injury he provides compassionate, disability-aware interventions that balance accountability with support.
His straightforward, practical, and collaborative approach helps clients understand their behaviour and develop safer coping strategies.
Using evidence-based methods including Motivational Interviewing, Schema Therapy, and risk-focused treatment planning, he works across custodial and community settings to create realistic, respectful pathways for change while helping clients navigate systems not always designed for their needs.
What we provide
Services
Receptive Psychology provides comprehensive psychological services across Melbourne, specialising in evidence-based therapy for complex mental health issues, forensic psychology assessments for legal matters, professional supervision for psychologists, and training programs for organisations.