About
Offering psychological counselling for individuals including children (8 years and older) and Performance Psychology clinics and sessions for elite, youth/developing athletes, teams and coaches, as well as individuals striving to reach personal goals.
About Peak Psychology
Founded by Registered Psychologist Marni Hietbrink, Peak Psychology believes that healthy emotional wellbeing is the cornerstone to successful relationships, good physical health and wellbeing, optimal performance outcomes, and most importantly happiness.
Peak Psychology aims to help you better understand yourself by learning strategies to help you maintain sound mental health. This will enable you to become the best version of you, all while navigating the inevitable challenges of life.
About Marni Hietbrink
MAppPsych (Sport & Exercise), BA (Psych), BPsycSci (Hons)
AHPRA Registration No. PSY0001810355
Marni has been fortunate to work with a diverse range of clients. She has spent much of her career working in private practice and has a passion for helping people feel fulfilled in life by assisting them to develop meaningful relationships and values guided living.
On the field, she has worked with numerous athletes, coaches and sporting teams, over many different sporting codes, to help develop their mental skills so they can perform at their best while getting enjoyment out of participating in their chosen field. As an elite athlete herself she has lived the journey of her athlete focussed clients. She commenced her sport of rowing at high school, representing her school and state at the national level. She rowed internationally at university and completely understands the external and self imposed pressures on athletes.
Marni holds a Master Degree in Applied Psychology (majoring in Sport and Exercise), as well as a Bachelor Degree of Psychological Science (with Honours) and a Bachelor of Arts Degree, majoring in Psychology, with a double minor in Natural Science and Sociology.
Marni is a Member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc.
Our Services
Support for Life’s Challenges
Seeking support can feel like a big step, and finding the right psychologist is an important part of that journey. Marni provides a warm, supportive and collaborative approach, tailoring therapy to your individual needs and goals.
Marni uses a range of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Supportive Counselling. Together with Marni, you’ll develop practical strategies to help you manage challenges, build resilience and create lasting change in your life.
Areas of Support
Marni works with adults experiencing a range of concerns, including:
- Depression and low mood
- Anxiety, including:
- Generalised anxiety
- Social anxiety
- Panic attacks
- Phobias
- Obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours (OCD)
- Excessive worry
- Stress and burnout
- Sleep difficulties
- Pregnancy, prenatal and postnatal mental health
- Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Addiction and substance use concerns
- Grief, loss and bereavement
- Anger management
- Eating Disorders
Ready to take the next step?
Whether you’re seeking support for a specific challenge or simply want to improve your wellbeing, I’d be happy to help. Contact the practice today to arrange an appointment or discuss whether therapy is right for you.
Performance Psychology
Marni’s performance psychology strategies aim to help clients reach their full potential in their chosen field.
Marni can help clients with:
- Goal setting
- Performance anxiety
- Confidence
- Overcoming mistakes
- Communication
- Sport/life or work/life balance
- Career termination
- Managing expectations
- Adhering to a rehabilitation or training schedule
- Overcoming injury
- Resilience
Professional Supervision
Marni is a Board-approved supervisor, providing supervision to provisional and registered psychologists. Marni has a specific interest and training in performance psychology, eating disorders, rural and remote practice, and running a solo private practice in a small town. She is currently completing her PhD and works part-time as an academic, while also being Mum to young children. If you feel Marni might be a good fit for your supervision needs, please reach out to schedule a free initial 15 minute a chat.