THe TEAM
Jane Franke,
Director, Co-founder & Principal Psychologist PSY0001621250 Jane has 25yrs experience working with children, adolescents and their families in primary and secondary schools, high needs behavioural intervention settings and private practice. She has completed a Masters degree in Child and Adolescent Welfare, undergone extensive training in the assessment and counselling of children and adolescents, has a professional partnership with RISE Coffs Harbour and works with Southern Cross University (SCU) supervising their 5th year Master of Psychology students. Jane has extensive experience with psychoeducational assessment and working with individuals living with neurodevelopmental differences including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), intellectual disability, specific learning difficulties (dyslexia), gifted and talented presentations and behavioural disorders. Working closely with paediatricians, family GP’s and schools Jane works for the better of all clients to ensure optimum development opportunities. More recently, Jane has expanded her niche into the world of elite sports, an area that is a personal passion, by working with local elite athletes supporting their mental wellbeing as they navigate the challenges and demands of their professional sporting trajectory. As a mother of two, she also enjoys working with parents to increase their parenting confidence and to improve their emotional connection with their children. 
Wayne Franke
Director & Co-founder Wayne has taught in both Primary and Secondary Schools and has a Master of Education. He operated the I Can Read Total Literacy Centre in Narellan for 2 yeas and the I Can Read Total Literacy Centre at Lighthouse Health and Education, Moonee Beach for 5 years until his retirement in October 2022. Wayne has spent years providing students and adults with the skills necessary to reach their potential in both an increasingly challenging and demanding educational system as well as the work place. Wayne's understanding of child and adolescent development alongside his natural ability to engage young minds through humour, acceptance and connection leads to increased self esteem and self confidence in his students and more often a re-engagement with learning. He is now taking a step back from the face to face at Lighthouse Health and Education and will take on more of a mentoring role for NDIS participants and an administrative support role for staff 
Jonas Adams
Provisional Psychologist Formerly a high school teacher, Jonas has always had an interest in child and adolescent psychology. After completing retraining in Psychology, Jonas obtained a Master of Counselling followed by completing his Master of Professional Psychology. Jonas has a particular interest in working with neurodivergent clients and their families to develop child and adolescent social and emotional skills, increase parenting confidence, and promote overall family wellbeing. Jonas draws from a range of modalities to work collaboratively with clients to achieve their goals but has a particular interest in Family Systems and Interactive Play Therapies. Employing his education experience Jonas is a creative practitioner and enjoys designing interactive activities to sustain engagement with young people by utilising their interests. 
Joshua Hurley
Provisional Psychologist Joshua is a completing his 6th-year internship at Lighthouse Health and Education. With a background in education and nearly 20 years of teaching experience, Joshua brings a wealth of knowledge in supporting children and adolescents in school settings to his role. He holds a Master of Professional Psychology, strong skills in administering psychological assessments and evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Joshua is passionate about empowering diverse clients and their families by nurturing emotional resilience and social competence in children and adolescents. He is dedicated to helping parents build confidence in their parenting abilities and fostering stronger family connections. Joshua incorporates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and culturally informed approaches to provide inclusive and meaningful support, in a safe, supportive environment where clients feel empowered to achieve their personal goals. Outside of his professional work, Joshua enjoys staying active with surfing, spending time at the beach, enjoying quality time with his family and engaging in mindfulness practices. |
Bentley
Therapy Puppy-in-training Bentley joined LHE in May 2025 at just 8weeks of age. He is a pure bred, long haired, blue, miniature dachshund, an absolute bundle of joy, trust and love. He is in the early learning phase of socialisation and becoming familiar with both practice environments and our team. We look forward to having him in client sessions in the future. 
Sharyn Wright,
Registered Psychologist Sharyn is a Registered Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia and joined Lighthouse Health and Education as a student in 2023. She has recently returned from maternity leave on a part-time basis. Sharyn completed her Master’s degree at Southern Cross University and has experience working with various mental health and neurodiverse presentations through previous employment in NDIS and disability support work. Through collaborative conversations, practical strategies, and evidence-based interventions Sharyn is passionate about supporting individual clients to achieve their goals and improve their quality of life. Sharyn is available to work with NDIS participants (self-managed and plan-managed only), Medicare and private clients. 
Elisa Chianale
Provisional Psychologist Elisa is a provisional Psychologist registered with the Psychology Board of Australia, currently completing her psychologist internship program at Lighthouse Health and Education. She graduated from Griffith University in the Gold Coast, and has gained valuable experience working with young people through her roles at headspace Coffs Harbour, Grafton and Newcastle. Elisa has also completed a student placement in the school setting, where she worked with children, conducting assessments and providing therapeutic intervention. In her practice, Elisa utilises a variety of therapeutic modalities from mindfulness-based techniques to play and narrative therapy. She has a particular interest in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and is keen to explore this further professionally. Elisa is passionate about early intervention and working with young people and families to enhance their well-being and achieve their best possible outcomes. In her free time, she enjoys going to the beach, surfing, and practicing yoga. Elisa is available to work with private clients as well as NDIS participants (self-managed and plan-managed). 
Louise
Admin Extraordinaire and Allied Health Assistant Louise came to us after many years managing a specialist medical practice. She brings her vivacious energy and a genuine warmth and love of paediatrics which ensures a welcoming smile and genuine connection with each client. She runs the intake process alongside appointment scheduling, collaboration with stakeholders, invoicing and yes, debt collection if required! Louise is a skilled student studying her Bachelor of Counselling. This passion for hands-on work with clients has led to her taking on an Allied Health Assistant role several hours each week delivering our SEL program and self-esteem development with her own clients. Nothing is ever a bother for Louise, she will endeavour to do all within her capacity to support the Lighthouse Team, our clients and client family members, in addition to external stakeholders and community members with whom she comes into contact. |
OUR GRAFTON CONTRACTOR
Ashley Alford,
Clinical Psychologist PSY0002020930
Ashley is a Clinical Psychologist who completed her post-graduate study through the University of New England in 2017. She embarked on a career in psychology with a keen passion to support people in better understanding themselves, and facing the many challenges that life presents. Ashley relocated to the local Grafton area in 2017, where she has since completed her clinical endorsement registration. She has been working at a local not-for-profit organisation for the past four years, engaging specifically with adolescents, young people and their families presenting with a range of mental health concerns. Ashley also has prior experience working with individuals across the lifespan in a variety of settings, including community mental health, private hospital, University Clinic.
Ashley is passionate about making therapy an accepting, enjoyable, and safe experience for her clients. She utilises a holistic and flexible approach, employing evidence-based practices collaboratively determined by individual client goals. Ashley is trained in various therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed interventions, motivational interviewing, and is currently upskilling in Schema Therapy.
Ashley is a warm and personable therapist who is passionate about supporting people across the lifespan to achieve their goals, and improve their overall quality of life. Ashley is a member of the Australian Psychological Society, and is Medicare accredited.
Clinical Psychologist PSY0002020930
Ashley is a Clinical Psychologist who completed her post-graduate study through the University of New England in 2017. She embarked on a career in psychology with a keen passion to support people in better understanding themselves, and facing the many challenges that life presents. Ashley relocated to the local Grafton area in 2017, where she has since completed her clinical endorsement registration. She has been working at a local not-for-profit organisation for the past four years, engaging specifically with adolescents, young people and their families presenting with a range of mental health concerns. Ashley also has prior experience working with individuals across the lifespan in a variety of settings, including community mental health, private hospital, University Clinic.
Ashley is passionate about making therapy an accepting, enjoyable, and safe experience for her clients. She utilises a holistic and flexible approach, employing evidence-based practices collaboratively determined by individual client goals. Ashley is trained in various therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed interventions, motivational interviewing, and is currently upskilling in Schema Therapy.
Ashley is a warm and personable therapist who is passionate about supporting people across the lifespan to achieve their goals, and improve their overall quality of life. Ashley is a member of the Australian Psychological Society, and is Medicare accredited.
FEE SCHEDULE FROM Jan 2024
As we are committed to supporting our community we have ensured that our rates remain well below the Australian Psychological Society's recommended fees for psychologists and have maintain session fees at or below the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) price guide.
Please find our Fee Schedule for 2025-2026 below.
Please find our Fee Schedule for 2025-2026 below.
| 2025_psychological_services_fee_schedule.pdf |
IMPORTANT Documents for clients
| lhe_privacypolicy.docx |
| lhe_statementrights.docx |