Our Team

Nicole Skea

B Psych (1st Class Hons), M Psych (ClinNeuro), MAPS FCCN FCFP

Principal Psychologist

  • Nicole Skea is an endorsed Clinical Neuropsychologist

  • Full member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), the APS College of Clinical Neuropsychologists, and the APS College of Forensic Psychologists

  • Registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

  • Trained in assessing the risk of sexual violence and offending

  • Certified Permanent Impairment Evaluator, AMA Guidelines

  • Bupa Registered Provider

  • Ms Skea has gained diverse practice and experience across a variety of settings with positions within Queensland Corrective Services, Older People’s Mental Health Service at St Vincent’s Hospital (NSW Health), the Sexual Offence Expert Evidence Panel in QLD, an academic appointment at Western Sydney University and Forensic Neuropsychology Private Practices in both Sydney and Brisbane. She also works for independent medical examination companies based in Brisbane

  • Neuropsychological services:

    • Assessing clients with a wide range of conditions, including intellectual disability, developmental disorders (e.g., ADHD and learning disabilities), acquired brain injuries, neurological conditions, dementia/neurodegenerative disorders, and psychiatric and mental health disorders including personality disorders, and substance use disorders

    • Forensic assessments and reports and expert witness testimony: Presentence Mitigation, Fitness to Instruct, Capacity to Stand Trial, Soundness of Mind, risk of recidivism and Sexual Violence Risk Assessments

    • Other available services: informing diagnosis, understanding the impact of a disorder/condition on daily functioning, medico-legal opinion, Parenting Capacity Assessments, Decision-Making Capacity Assessments, NDIS Eligibility Assessments, Independent Medical Examinations (IME), NIISQ Assessments, and General Neuropsychology Assessments

    • Teaching and education

Dr Nicole Dargue

  • Dr Nicole Dargue is an endorsed Clinical Neuropsychologist

  • Full member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), the APS College of Clinical Neuropsychologists

  • Registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

  • Nicole is a warm and compassionate Clinical Neuropsychologist whose work focuses on the identification and ongoing support of individuals with neurodevelopmental differences, with a particular focus on autism. She has contributed to the Australian Guideline for the Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism and has been involved in extensive research in the area, deepening her understanding and commitment to neuroaffirming, evidence-based practice. Using a neuroaffirming and person-centred approach, Nicole’s comprehensive assessments go beyond test scores. She takes the time to get to know each person holistically, understanding their strengths, support needs, and the unique ways they experience and interact with the world. Nicole’s goal is to create a safe, respectful space where clients feel understood, empowered, and supported throughout their journey. Whether you’re navigating a new diagnosis or seeking ongoing support, Nicole offers evidence-based, tailored assessments and supports to help clients make sense of their experiences, build on their strengths, and work toward goals that truly matter to them.

  • Nicole has over 10 years’ experience supporting neurodivergent individuals and their families across various settings including hospital outpatient clinics, private practice, and research. While she works predominantly with children and adolescents, Nicole is also passionate about supporting adults exploring their neurodivergence later in life.

  • Neuropsychological services (Ipswich and Brisbane, QLD):

    • Diagnostic Assessments

      • Autism

      • ADHD

      • Specific Learning Disorder

      • Intellectual Disability

    • General Paediatric Neuropsychological Assessments