Frances is a wonderful kind person who made me feel very comfortable in talking about the issues I have been having in my life. She is a fantastic psychologist and I would highly recommend anyone struggling with some issues to see her

I find Frances Koulos to be an amazing psychologist. She is very professional, but at the same time friendly, caring and compassionate, and incredibly intuitive. I think she is exceptional as a psychologist and one of the smartest but down to earth people I have ever had the good fortune to meet. I respect her immensely. I was feeling quite lost, when I first came to see her. With Frances's help I found my real self again; I am stronger, more confident, and have become the person I was meant to be. Frances Koulos changed my life forever, in the best way possible, and I thank her every day for that.

Frances Koulos is a very professional and competent Psychologist. She is a skilled practitioner who offers sound counseling and advice. I cannot praise her enough. Her advocacy, support and advice have been instrumental in giving me hope when there was none. She has given me strategies to cope and the confidence to deal with my depression. Frances is an excellent Psychologist who possesses good judgment, sound communication, empathy and understanding. Frances is very percepive. She is a caring and compassionate person. I highly recommend her.

Our teenager was referred to Frances Koulos following a significant life event. This was my/our first interaction with a psychologist.

I can wholeheartedly say that the level of care and support that we received from Frances was excellent. Frances is a straight talking individual who has an engaging personality and a sense of humour to go with it. These traits meant that we were put at ease whilst our teenager was under Frances' care and gave us the confidence that Frances was the best person to care for our teenager.

Although it was our teenager who required some care, Frances was always mindful of our family as a whole and how important it was (in our circumstances) to include the whole family while she was caring for our teenager. Again this was important to us and confirmed that Frances was the best person to care for our teenager.

We were constantly amazed not only at Frances’ ability of recalling details from previous sessions but also at how she was able to effectively integrate that information throughout the entire time that our teenager was being cared for by her. We found this quality of Frances to be extremely indicative of her level of professionalism because it not only showed that she was always listening to everything that we were saying but that she was always able to identify important issues, provide relevant feedback to us and was able to suggest the most appropriate way forward for our teenager and us as a family.

As a family we were extremely pleased with the care which Frances gave us. We would not hesitate in recommending Frances and we would not hesitate to return to her should the need arise in the future.

I was referred to My Psychologist, Francis due to a workplace injury in early 2014. Francis has been and still is an exceptional psychologist, due to her knowledge of human behaviours, and extensive experience with workcover clients. Francis is a straight talking, no crap Psych, who will tell you how it is, which is exactly what i needed after my injury. She knows how to get to the root of the issue, and somehow knows how to make me think about what is going on in my head.
I have allways refused to see a Psych in the past, as they only want to hear what they want, whereas Francis, will push, prod, gently and forcefully to get out what is important to the client.
I would definatley recommend Francis to any person who is looking for a good psychologist, one who is passionate about her work and her patients. She is also very gay friendly, and is understanding of gay issues effecting women today.

Francis, your one of a kind, and one of the good kind.

I have known Frances Koulos in a patient/clinician setting for approximately 6 years. I was referred to Frances on two separate and unrelated occasions for the treatment of anxiety and depression.

Frances has effectively treated me for depression and anxiety. Through testing, observation, cognitive behavior therapy and counseling, Frances was able to reduce and ultimately eliminate my psychological distress by using very well developed interpersonal and communication skills. My wellbeing was enhanced and I was able to once again engage in life with a sense of purpose and renewed strength.

Through Frances' effective intervention and education I better understand my condition, can recognize the triggers to depression and am more prepared to cope with future episodes. As part of treatment I have learnt strategies that are aimed at prevention as well as cure. I have learnt the value of maintaining good health through regular exercise and good nutrition. In addition, Frances has helped me realize my potential and given me the confidence and motivation to seek out that which provides fulfillment and lasting happiness.

Sharing very personal aspects of your life and revealing your innermost thoughts is not easy. Frances provides a secure and safe environment where there is trust, compassion and support. Frances adapted to my changing needs and emotions, showing empathy and compassion throughout my treatment. Frances displays fine human qualities that serve to enhance what is a very professional practice. Frances is an intelligent person with a delightful personality that make her well suited to her chosen profession.

In my darkest moments I found refuge and safety in the safe harbors of Frances' practice. Her intervention always appropriate and timely. Giving support and encouragement in measures that met my needs and circumstance. Frances is in my opinion an outstanding psychologist.

After sustaining a workplace physical injury in 2007 and then later being subject to workplace bullying and harassment; I was referred to see a psychologist (Frances) who was highly recommended by my rehabilitation consultant.

I have been a client of Frances since 2009, since the first meeting/assessment I felt at ease with her, finding her professional, but with a very genuine personal approach to me. I found her humour and guidance during sessions made it very easy to open up to her, and share the difficult 'thing's that i was experiencing.
I have much trust in Frances, as on many many occasions she has gone far beyond what a generic psychologist would have, in that she has provided after hours consultations that fitted in after my work hours, and also occasionally on the weekend, and is has been available to me via SMS or phone.
Frances has helped me establish my own pain management steps to follow that have provided me with benefit, we have also worked on strategies with my anxiety, social phobia and depression symptoms.
Frances has provided support and guidance when attending work related meetings to help me when i was not confident and intimidated, she always has my best interest at heart, and has fought for me, my rehabilitation, health and progress on many occasions, allowing me to focus on my recovery.
Frances has great communication and organisational skills, she keeps in contact with all my treating team (physiotherapist, GP, psychiatrist, rehabilitation consultant) and always provides feedback that is informative on my past and current sessions and also helps to plan graduated return to work plans that has a focus not just on physical aspects of returning to job, but also psychological issues, she takes a holistic approach to my rehabilitation.
Frances understands me and how i best operate, and therefore sessions are relaxed, comfortable and at times humour is used to allow me to settle and engage. This does mean that it is not difficult at times to interact, and share, but the environment that she provides means that it is much easier.
It is nice to be able to share my experiences and highly recommend Frances Koulos and to publicly thank her for the continuing support and guidance.

Frances Koulos provided the individualised service that I required. She was caring and professional and she understood my difficulties completely. As her motto says... "You may not be able to go back and start a new beginning; however you can start today and make your new ending"... I am certainly in a better place after seeing psychologist Frances Koulos.