Our Executive Leadership Team
Every great mind was once taught by some brilliant teachers.
Our team of dedicated professionals share the common goal to provide our students with the very best preparation for general registration with PsyBA and their career as a psychologist.
Our staff and supervisors have expert knowledge of the core competencies and attributes required for registration and early career psychologists. We have a genuine belief that, by expanding the competencies and practical experience of psychologists, we make a positive contribution to the mental well-being of the wider community.
We provide personalised attention and support to each of our interns, ensuring that their transition to a career in psychology is a smooth one. In addition to their individual supervisors, interns are encouraged to seek confidential support and advice from any member of our team.
Meet Our Leadership & Board of Directors
Lawrence is a registered psychologist and PsyBA approved supervisor and has been the director of the College of Professional Psychology since 2007. Over this time, he has steered the College through the complex and dynamic regulatory landscapes of psychologist registration in Australia. From its origins as a purely Sydney based program, the College now offers the most comprehensive, structured and supportive psychologist registration program in Australia, with interns and graduates nationally in a range of psychology workplace roles.
Lawrence’s career as psychologist spans over 25 years with a broad and diverse portfolio of experience reflecting his varied interests. This includes consulting to organisations and executives internationally in the areas of performance enhancement, strategic change leadership and intercultural issues. He also has an interest in alternative dispute resolution and specialises in mediating workplace disputes.
Currently he divides his worklife between his role at the College, his clinical and consulting practices and voluntary activities within the profession and the community.
Responsible for overseeing the business and financial operations of the College. Marea joined the College in 2016 in the role of Business Manager. Her business career commenced in chartered accountancy and from there she has continued her experience across a broad range of industries. Having initially studied accounting at TAFE, Marea obtained her business degree from Monash University, and subsequently her CPA qualification.
Alison brings over two decades of clinical psychology experience, complemented by a robust
research background. Her journey includes a PhD that explored the effects of postnatal
depression on both mothers and infants. She has also made significant contributions to
various research projects, particularly in perinatal mental health and the realm of first
episode psychosis.
Alison’s association with The College of Professional Psychology dates back to 2010, where
she initially served as a supervisor. Over the years, she transitioned into a multifaceted role,
actively contributing to the evolution of our state-based program into a nationwide
registration program. Her involvement extends to teaching professional development
workshops, shaping curriculum and program design, and offering unwavering support to our
students and supervisors. Alison describes her role at the College as a “wonderful way to be
part of the growth and development of new psychologists within an exciting and vibrant
educational institution.”
Jethro Laungayan is the IT Administrator with a background in Information Technology. Currently working at College of Professional Psychology, he manages the college IT infrastructure. Jethro Laungayan holds a Degree in Information Technology (Network Security) from Northern Sydney Institute (TAFE).