About SPAWA

The School Psychologists’ Association of Western Australia Inc. was established in 1989 by a small group of School Psychologists who were keen to provide professional support for School Psychologists in WA. Currently SPAWA has approximately 360 members.

SPAWA is affiliated with the Australian Psychologists and Counsellors in Schools (APACS) previously the Australian Guidance and Counsellors Association (AGCA) and is an active Association that is comprised of School Psychologists working in public, Catholic and Independent schools.

Our Association provides opportunities for resource sharing, professional development and regular events that address the complex aspects of working as a psychologist in schools. Our professional events are open to non-members and focus on the practical aspects of working with young people and school systems.

SPAWA meetings occur twice a term, and are supplemented by social and professional learning events.

SPAWA Executive

President - Sharon Declerck

Vice President - Emily Helmore

Secretary - Jess Hatton

Treasurer - Catherine Cleary

Immediate Past President - Matt Brennan-Jones

Membership Secretary - Sarah Morphett

General Committee

Amy Patience

Brendan Everett

Nicole Tiller

Maryssa Stacey

Priya Ramu

Shannon Heard

Laura Maloney

Lana Hayes

Alisha Madurun

SPAWA Committee 2023-24