About me

Hi, my name is Alex Bell and I am a registered forensic psychologist dedicated to delivering independent, thorough, and evidence-based psychological services within legal and clinical contexts.

My work sits at the intersection of psychology and the law. I specialise in forensic psychological assessments, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for individuals navigating the justice system or experiencing various mental health issues.

Expertise

I am an Endorsed Forensic Psychologist holding a Master of Psychology (Forensic), having graduated in 2020. My clinical career spans criminal justice, disability support, and private practice, allowing me to deliver specialised psychological intervention and forensic assessments across diverse client populations. My background includes facilitating sex offending rehabilitation programs with Corrective Services NSW to high risk offenders, as well as providing positive behaviour support and psychology services under the NDIS for individuals with complex needs and disabilities in varied legal and support environments.

As a sole trader, I provide evidence-based therapy to individuals navigating the legal system and conduct comprehensive forensic assessment reports for court and administrative contexts. I am a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPI) and a registered Medicare provider.

Research Conducted

● Master’s thesis titled: Measuring recidivism risk in child abuse material offenders using the CPORT-SV.

● Corrections Research Evaluation and Statistics | Corrective Services NSW | Research Bulletin No. 47 October 2020: Automated assessment of sexual recidivism risk for custody-based sex offenders

Psychology Services

Therapy

I offer evidence-based psychological therapy designed to help you reach your personal goals. Together, we can work on goals such as reducing mental health symptoms, developing stronger coping skills, enhancing self-awareness, and minimising the risk of reoffending.

I provide flexible care across both community and correctional settings. Whether you are seeking support independently, currently in custody, or navigating legal conditions (such as bail, parole, community orders, or a Section 14 mental health order) I offer a structured, compassionate environment to support your progress.

My therapy approach focuses on an individuals needs whilst drawing from a range of evidence-based interventions including:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

  • Schema Therapy

  • Exposure Therapy & Relaxation Training

  • Motivational Interviewing & Psycho-education

I support individuals presenting with a wide array of mental health, emotional, and behavioural challenges, including:

  • Trauma, Stress & Mood: PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Stress, Burnout, Grief & Loss

  • High-Risk & Severe Mental Health: Self-Harm, Suicidal Ideation, Anger Management, Psychosis & Dissociative Disorders

  • Complex & Behavioral Concerns: Personality Disorders, Addiction, OCD, Identity & Self-Esteem, Sexual and Violent Offending

Notes:

  • All therapy services I provide are done via telehealth

  • If you are in an emergency or crisis situation please contact 000

See contact information below to make a referral

Assessment

A psychological assessment is a structured, comprehensive evaluation conducted to understand a person’s cognitive abilities, personality, emotional functioning, behaviour, or legal/functional capacity. Rather than relying on a single test or conversation, it combines multiple pieces of objective and clinical information to answer a specific diagnostic or practical question.

I aim to provide high quality psychological assessments including:

  • Risk assessments 

  • Pre-sentencing reports

  • Section 14 assessments

  • Bail applications

  • Mental health assessments

  • Cognitive and intellectual functioning 

  • Treatment and placement recommendations 

Note: I currently complete forensic psychological assessments with my colleagues from Forensic Psychologists Pty Ltd

Please visit https://forensicpsychologists.com.au/ for further information to enquire about assessment referrals

Contact Alex

Email: Alex.forensicpsychologists@gmail.com

Mobile: 0415 682 520

Usual Working hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm