HD Psychology

Get to know HD Psychology

From HD Psychology's website.

• Our approach

  The approach at HD Psychology is grounded in evidence-based practice, delivered with care, clarity, and professionalism. Sessions provide a calm, respectful space where concerns can be explored carefully, guided by careful clinical formulation and adapted over time as goals evolve. The psychologists work in a collaborative, trauma-informed way, placing strong emphasis on pacing, consent, and respectful engagement. Therapy and assessment are tailored to each individual, informed by established psychological frameworks and current clinical best practice. Where appropriate, the team also works alongside other professionals involved in a person's care to ensure communication remains clear and ethical.

• Meet the team

  Hamid Reza Dadgostar is the senior psychologist and practice director. He has worked in private practice in central Sydney for almost two decades, supporting adults, adolescents, and families across clinical, personal, and legal contexts. His work is grounded in careful listening, clinical rigour, and deep respect for each person's circumstances. He is an accredited supervisor and trainer of intern psychologists, registered with Medicare and relevant government authorities, and provides services in English, French, and Persian (Farsi). Hamid has a longstanding interest in culturally diverse communities and has been involved in mental health outreach and suicide prevention initiatives.