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About Zoom Psychology
Psychology That Helps You Understand Yourself
Zoom Psychology combines a privately owned telehealth psychology practice with an online psychology publication, founded and led by Gareth Hobbs, a registered psychologist based in Albany, Western Australia.
The practice provides individual psychological therapy to adults across Australia via secure telehealth. As a sole practitioner, every appointment is conducted personally by Gareth, allowing clients to build a consistent therapeutic relationship based on trust, curiosity and respect.
Alongside the practice, Zoom Psychology publishes articles, insights and evidence-informed reflections designed to make psychology more accessible, practical and meaningful. Rather than focusing solely on diagnoses, the publication explores the psychological processes that shape our thoughts, emotions, relationships and behaviour, helping readers better understand themselves and the challenges they face.
Many of the topics arise from questions people commonly ask in therapy. Articles explore experiences such as anxiety, overthinking, relationship difficulties, betrayal, grief, emotional resilience and personal growth, translating psychological concepts into practical insights that people can apply in everyday life.
Whether you're seeking professional support or simply looking to deepen your understanding of psychology, Zoom Psychology aims to provide thoughtful, evidence-informed content and compassionate psychological care that is grounded in both science and real-world experience.
Telehealth Sessions
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Telephone Sessions
Some people prefer phone support. It's an option!
Online support is suited to:
FIFO Workers
Are you a FIFO worker facing challenges with mental health? You’re not alone.
People with Disabilities
Accessible support from the comfort of home. If physical limitations make it hard to travel, you don’t have to miss out on professional care.
People in Remote Areas
Professional counselling, wherever you are. Living remotely shouldn’t mean going without support. With secure Telehealth counselling, expert care is available no matter your location.
People Looking for Convenience
Counselling that fits your busy schedule. Prefer the comfort of home? Our Telehealth counselling offers professional support on your terms. No travel, no waiting rooms — just convenient, confidential care when and where it suits you.
Help for the following is available:
Trauma
Symptoms can include nightmares, flashbacks, avoidance and hypervigilence.
Depression
Depression is a common mental health problem. Symptoms can include:
Anxiety
Anxiety is a common mental health problem. Symptoms can include:
Stress
Stress is a common problem. Symptoms can include:
Relationship Issues
In these times of stress and change, relationships suffer.
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Gareth Hobbs
Registered Psychologist | Founder, Zoom Psychology | Preferred Provider, Western Australia Police Force
I’m Gareth Hobbs, a registered psychologist, founder of Zoom Psychology, and a Preferred Provider to the Western Australia Police Force. Based in Albany, Western Australia, I provide psychological therapy to adults across Australia via secure telehealth.
Since becoming a registered psychologist in 2010, I’ve worked with people experiencing anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, workplace stress and major life transitions. My approach is collaborative, practical and evidence-informed, helping people develop effective strategies while gaining insight into the deeper patterns shaping their thoughts, emotions and relationships.
Alongside my clinical work, I write the articles published on Zoom Psychology. My goal is to make psychology accessible without oversimplifying it, helping readers better understand themselves, their relationships and the challenges they face.
Outside of psychology, I’m a father. That experience has deepened my appreciation for the complexities of family life, separation and the emotional load many people carry quietly. I aim to create a space that feels calm, respectful and safe enough for genuine reflection and meaningful change.
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