ADF PsychologyServing & Veteran Members
ADF Psychology was founded by David G Broadbent, a registered psychologist with firsthand understanding of Defence culture, service identity and the demands of military life.
David spent time serving as an infantry reservist before moving into psychology, giving him a working understanding of Defence culture, hierarchy, operational tempo and the unspoken pressure to keep performing regardless of what is happening internally.
That background shapes how ADF Psychology operates: sessions are practical rather than clinical-jargon heavy, appointments work around duty and exercise schedules, and nothing about attending is treated as a weakness.
David also works broadly across trauma recovery, veteran psychology and workplace psychological safety, bringing an evidence-based, outcome-focused style of practice to every appointment.
Practice address
Maitland Business Central, Level 1, 14 Bulwer Street, Maitland NSW 2320
Telehealth appointments available Australia-wide.
Army, Navy and Air Force personnel across all ranks and employment categories.
Support that fits around civilian employment and part-time Service commitments.
Former ADF members, including DVA card holders and those accessing non-liability mental health care.
The impact on partners and family is part of the picture in a member's own sessions. Direct family counselling is signposted to Open Arms.
Psychological preparation for those separating from the ADF, whether by choice or medical discharge.
Three things shape every appointment at ADF Psychology.
What is discussed stays between you and David, outside the chain of command, unless required by law or immediate safety.
Approaches grounded in established clinical psychology, adapted to the operational realities of Defence life.
Sessions focused on what will actually help you function, perform and recover — not just talk.
Send an enquiry and you'll hear back directly — no call centre, no intake team.