Dr Angelo Contarino Clinical Psychologist

25/10/2025

There is no doubt that aquariums can look beautiful, but there is also research evidence demonstrating the relaxing and stress reducing effects they have on clients, when placed in waiting rooms in psychology and other medical/health practices.

Subsequently, my Master of Clinical Psychology student on placement, decided to research, develop a plan, and assist me in setting up the aquarium, as part of her required placement project.

It was a real team effort, which couldn’t have been completed this evening if it wasn’t for the added assistance of my amazing son Enrico. We started at about 1:45 pm this afternoon and were finished by 8pm. The final product looks just beautiful, and of course it had to have an ancient Roman theme. Now all we need to do is wait at least 2 weeks for the healthy bacteria to build up and amonia levels to reduce, before adding any fish

Well done to our Giuls and our team!! I’m so proud of you, and the aquarium already looks beautiful. 🤗❤️ 🐟

18/10/2025

Final half day workshop at the 45th AACBT National Conference done and dusted. Professor Nicole Lee provided more great insights into working with people with co-occurring mental health issues and alcohol and other drug use. Thanks Nicole Lee - always wonderful!!

17/10/2025

Second day of National Conference done and dusted. Areas of focus included - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social and emotional health and wellbeing, supporting the mental health of trans and gender diverse people, Functional Neurological Disorder, social prescribing as an adjunct to Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and childhood grief.

16/10/2025

Wonderful first day at the AACBT 45th National Conference 2025. Topics included - Recovery Focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CT-R) with the famous Judith Beck, Alcohol and Other Drug treatments, Transdiagnostic treatment processes for Eating Disorders, Trauma Informed Mental Health Care, navigating adversity - cognitive mechanisms behind vulnerable and resilient trajectories, and inequalities, exclusions and injustices to Autistic flourishing. Was also lovely to connect with colleagues I hadn’t seen in a while. We always learn so much attending these conferences.

07/10/2025

Celebrated the belated milestone 50th birthday of one of our wonderful clinicians today!! Amanda Bendt - an exceptional and compassionate Mental Health Social Worker, but also a friend, and member of the CCC Psychology family. She is so truly deserving of the accolades. Please join me and the CCC team in wishing her all the best for her birthday!!🎉🎉🎉

13/09/2025

Chairs repaired and annual Spring cleaning of upholstery and carpets at CCC Psychology. The water used always comes out black!! Shout out to Wazza’s Gardening and Handyman services and Pro Clean Carpet Tile Upholstery Cleaning & Pest Management. They always do an amazing job!!

01/09/2025

There is no doubt that the concerning immigration protest events on Sunday 31st of August, whether driven by misinformation or disinformation, fear that immigrants will take our resources, or actual racism/hatred; that many will subsequently be experiencing great levels of distress, fear, or a perception that they must once again justify themselves (even if they have contributed greatly to our Australian society).

For those experiencing such distress and suffering, I want you to know that you are not alone and that many others see your plight and support you.

In fact, while organisers of these protests are touting them as a great success and suggesting the need for social movement because of them, the reality is, that the numbers attending these rallies were not as great as per other recent protests (e.g., those supporting the Palestinian people in Gaza). Counter rallies were also held on the same day, and in some instances with an equivalent number of attendees. This would suggest that not all Australians support these ideals and resist them, in order to maintain our beautiful multiculturalism.

Available data regarding the experience of racism is sobering (although not included here), so of course we must remain vigilant and work towards improved mutual understanding and respect, to prevent such movements taking entire hold of our society.

Furthermore, as a Clinical Psychologist, but more importantly as a human being, I desire to acknowledge our shared humanity, which would dictate a need for demonstrated compassion towards all who are sufferring (engaging with the suffering and taking helpful action). It is our duty to assist the vulnerable in our society, and I take this duty seriously, nor do I desire to absolve myself of this responsibility. Personally, all in need (regardless of ideology) will always be welcome at CCC Psychology, and no racism or prejudice will be accepted.

If recent events have caused you distress and you require assistance, please avail yourselves of the various helplines available:

Lifeline 131114

kids Helpline 1800 55 1800

Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636

Also be aware that CCC Psychology is accepting new referrals.

I remain hopeful that humanity will not act in angst or competition, but work as a true community to educate and resolve our societal woes. Wishing everyone a calm and pleasant afternoon.

21/08/2025

Great to attend Mark Ryan’s small business coffee catch-up this morning. Always wonderful to see the support Mark offers local businesses, to hear from and network with other providers/businesses, and to be able to inform community partners that CCC Psychology is now accepting new referrals, supporting those in our community experiencing mental health problems. Thank you Mark Ryan and community partners in Moreton City.

20/08/2025

How we celebrate birthdays at CCC Psychology. It’s always important to celebrate the people we value, and we really value you Zoie. Hope you had a great day and thank you for all you do for your clients, the community, and our service. 🍰🍰🍰🍾🎉🎉🎉🥂🥂🥂

20/08/2025

New artwork at the private practice, thanks to the wonderful artist Nan (Nanette) Di**le.

The larger painting is a view of Mt Kosciuszko in NSW at sunrise, and the other two depict scenes from Gubbi Gubbi lands, looking out to the Glasshouse Mountains (as our practice is located at Burpengary East, which is part of Gubbi Gubbi territory).

The two smaller paintings are entitled “Beerwah beyond Coonowrin, from Ngungan” and “At Anchor, Deception Bay”.

This acquisition provides another opportunity to acknowledge the traditional custodians of these lands and to pay respect to their elders, past, present, and emerging.

So excited to have obtained this beautiful artwork.

14/08/2025

Dr Angelo Contarino Clinical Psychologist & Associates (CCC Psychology) are now accepting new referrals, both for in-person and Telehealth psychological therapy. Our team are a compassionate group of psychological scientists, who actively engage in delivering evidence-based interventions. Refer to our website via the link below, for details regarding each of our team members.

Compassion – Demonstrating concern for the misfortunes of others and actively doing something to promote positive change or improvement.

10/07/2025

So very grateful for wonderful colleagues at work who decided to celebrate me and my upcoming birthday in three days. The cake they provided was so yummy. Couldn’t have asked to work with a more compassionate and amazing group of professional people. We really are like a family!!🤗❤️🙏