Meet Our Psychologists

Meet Bianca Stephenson-Gromer, a distinguished registered psychologist and co-founder of Inner Insight Psychology alongside Sammy Lavale. With a diverse background spanning community-based services and private practice, Bianca specialises in counselling for individuals of all ages, addressing various challenges such as anxiety, mood disorders, stress management, eating disorders, trauma, and more.

Bianca's dedication to her work is evident through her continuous pursuit of knowledge. She has completed specialised courses in developmental trauma, synergetic play therapy, The Family Violence Multi-Agency Risk Assessment and Management, and Child Psychology, demonstrating her commitment to staying at the forefront of her field. Operating from a client-centred and relational approach, Bianca is trained in a range of therapeutic methodologies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Mindfulness-based Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed Therapy, and Play Therapy. She tailors her work to suit the unique needs of individuals.

What truly sets Bianca apart is her unwavering compassion and nurturing demeanour. Her mission at Inner Insight Psychology is to create a secure virtual space for individuals of all ages to explore their concerns and support positive and transformative change through podcasts, online courses, blogs, and mental health retreats.

Meet Sammy Lavale, a highly esteemed clinical psychologist and co-founder of Inner Insight Psychology. With extensive experience in both the public and private sectors, Sammy specialises in assessment and treatment. Her diverse expertise spans various age groups and presenting issues, including eating disorders, anxiety, mood disorders, behavioural challenges, trauma and more.

Sammy's passion and commitment to personal and professional growth is evident through her continuous pursuit of knowledge and training, establishing her within the field of psychology. She has trained in an extensive range of specialised assessment and therapeutic methodologies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Family Based Treatment, Emotion Focused Therapy, Mindfulness- based Therapy, The Family Violence Multi-Agency Risk Assessment and Management, The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Four Session Family Therapy Model, Applied Suicide Interventions Skills Training and more. Utilising relational, emotional and client-centred approaches, she tailors her strategies to each client's individual needs.

Sammy's mission at Inner Insight Psychology is to provide a secure virtual space for individuals of all ages to access self-education and practical insights to address their concerns. Her aim is to empower individuals and their families by fostering a positive and transformative experiences through Inner Insight Psychology’s online resources. What truly distinguishes Sammy in her profession is her unwavering dedication, caring and compassionate qualities.