Brisbane Wellbeing Psychologists
Quality Therapy in Brisbane City
Welcome! We are a team of highly skilled psychologists, counsellors, and psychotherapists located in Brisbane City and Ashgrove, offering evidence-based psychological therapy, assessments, and couples therapy in a serene environment. If you are thinking about starting therapy, book a free 15 min phone call with one of our therapists here:
Why Choose Us?
Quality Care
Our team consists of highly qualified and experienced psychologists and psychotherapists.
Immediate Availability
We have added new therapists to our team to reduce wait times.
Diverse Team:
We offer a wide range of specialties, including EMDR, couples therapy, and CBT.
Our Services
Therapy:
We offer one-on-one therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, and more. Our team includes child psychologists who specialise in therapy for children and teenagers. You don’t need a mental illness to go to therapy. If you’d like to manage your stress, talk through personal issues, process difficult life events, or plan your future, our compassionate therapists are here to help you improve your wellbeing.
Couples Therapy:
Strengthen your relationship with our professional couple’s therapy and marriage counselling services. Our therapists help couples improve communication, resolve conflicts, and build stronger, healthier relationships. Whether you’re facing marital issues or looking to enhance your partnership, our tailored approach will support your needs.
Assessment
We provide a wide range of assessments to support your mental health and personal development:
- ASD Assessments: Comprehensive evaluations for Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- ADHD Assessments: Accurate assessments to identify Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
- IQ Tests: Standardized tests to measure intellectual abilities.
- Career Assessments: Guidance and assessments to help you choose or change careers.
- Psychological Assessments: In-depth evaluations for various psychological concerns.
Questions?
Phone: Call us at 3532 8954
Email: Email our friendly admin team via admin@brisbanewellbeing.com.au
Take the First Step:
Easy Booking: Book a Free initial call with one of our therapists:
Free initial call for new clients only
Existing clients, please book online here:
Brisbane Wellbeing Psychologists
Brisbane Wellbeing Psychologists maintain a consistent level of warmth, caring, and expertise to assist you through challenging life situations and provide ongoing wellbeing support. Our clinicians are here to support you through demanding work, family or health situations. Our psychology clinic has been created to enhance psychological health and wellbeing for our clients during stressful and trying times and to provide ongoing wellbeing strategies.
Why choose Brisbane Wellbeing Psychologists?
- Experienced, caring and professional Psychologists and Psychotherapists who use effective evidence-based approaches
- A calming, beautiful and haven-like environment with welcoming reception
- A central convenient location in heritage listed Rowes Arcade building at 235 Edward St, Brisbane. Opposite Queens Plaza, near Central Station.
- A local clinic located in Ashgrove, with onsite parking.
- Online bookings
- A supportive and happy environment for our team
Parking is available onsite at our Psychologist Ashgrove clinic, or directly opposite the clinic in Queens Plaza for our Brisbane CBD Clinic.
Psychologist Appointments
Our Psychologists and Psychotherapists can assist you with:
- Depression and mood disorders
- Anxiety including panic attacks
- Stress and work related issues including burn out
- Lack of work life balance
- Anger and reactivity problems
- Relationship issues
- Phobias
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Couple therapy
- Adjustment and stage of life challenges
- Direction and life balance focus
- Trauma
- Childhood issues
- Support after separation, redundancy or retirement
- Grief and loss
Unfortunately we are unable to provide:
- Reports
- Assessments
- Court ordered psychology sessions
- Workcover
- Third party funded sessions
Many of our clients have careers in demanding fields which can take a toll on balance and wellbeing. Recognising the challenges of seeking assistance, our experienced Psychologists can provide collegiate support for professionals in a private, calm and welcoming environment. For those organising appointments around their work schedule, we endeavour to consistently run our appointments on time.
Explore our Clinical Psychologists and Psychologist’s interest areas and experience on our Psychologist Profile Page. It is important to find a psychologist Brisbane that is the right fit for you, and that you feel comfortable. Although it is normal for many people to feel quite nervous prior to their initial consultation, with the right therapeutic match you will quickly feel at ease.
While the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of treatment, our Psychologists use a variety of evidence based treatment approaches that have been shown to be effective based on clinical studies and peer-reviewed literature. Some clients prefer a very directive, structured approach whereas other people prefer a more explorative, less structured approach. At Brisbane Wellbeing Psychologists we try to tailor our approach to personalise for your needs.
Introducing our Psychologist Brisbane Team
Sharon Tash
B.Psych (Hons), M.Clinical Psych
Sharon is a dedicated and compassionate Clinical Psychologist with over a decade of experience as a General Psychologist, before completing her Clinical Masters degree and endorsement in 2020. Sharon is a Psychology Board approved Supervisor and her prior experience in Human Resources and Recruitment continues as a strong foundation in human behaviour and workplace matters.
Sharon appreciates the value of hope and helping others, through her own lived and work experiences. Sharon is skilled in a broad range of approaches in a wide variety of settings and modalities and has worked with people of all ages of the lifespan. Sharon’s work has included training, facilitation and counselling of individuals/groups/couples, organizations and sectors (private, government, hospital, national helplines).
Sharon’s areas of interest include:
Anxiety | Adjustment Issues | Depression | Addiction | Stress | Alcohol Abuse | Behavioural Issues | Bereavement | Burnout | Carer Issues | Chronic Illness | Coping Skills | Divorce | Gambling | Life Transitions | Panic | Parenting | Peer Relationships | Self Esteem | Sleep or Insomnia | Trauma | Women’s Issues
Sharon offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Sharon is currently accepting new clients.
Aroha Jones
B.A. (Psych), M.Sc. (Hons)
Aroha is a registered General Psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia and a full member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS).
She has experience delivering psychological services across the lifespan and in diverse settings, including not-for-profit and community organisations.
Aroha adopts a collaborative approach, working with her clients to achieve positive outcomes, enhance coping skills, develop inner strengths, and improve overall well-being.
Aroha’s areas of interest include:
Anxiety | Adjustment Issues | Depression | Stress | Bereavement | Burnout | Chronic Illness | Chronic Pain | Coping Skills | Life Coaching | Life Transitions | Mood Disorders | PTSD | Panic | Peer Relationships | Self Esteem | Trauma | Women’s Issues
Aroha offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Aroha is currently accepting new clients.
Margie Ireland
General Psychologist (MAPS), College of Organisational Psychologists (COPS)
Margie is a general psychologist (MAPS), and also a member of the College of Organisational Psychologists (COPS). She has held numerous professional roles in leadership in Technology and Recruitment, here and overseas, and recently authored a book to help leaders better navigate their wellbeing Margie is a highly experienced and mature professional who works with individuals, who are struggling with any of their life domains, with a particular passion for supporting people who are struggling with their work-domain.
Margie’s areas of interest include:
Anxiety | Depression | Stress | ADHD | Alcohol Abuse | Bereavement | Burnout | Career Guidance | Chronic Pain | Coping Skills | Divorce | Life Transitions | Men’s Issues | Narcissistic Personality | Self Esteem | Women’s Issues | Workplace Stress
Margie offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Margie is currently accepting new clients.
Yolanda Meima
Brisbane Trauma Trained Holistic Counsellor and Domestic Violence Specialist (AASW Full Membership)
Yolanda’s areas of interest include:
Anxiety | Depression | Stress | Abuse | Physical Abuse | Anger Management | Burnout | Coping Skills | Divorce | Domestic Abuse | Emotional Disturbance | Infidelity | Marital & Premarital | Narcissistic Personality | PTSD | Peer Relationships | Relationship Issues | Sexual Addiction | Substance Abuse | Trauma | Narcissistic Abuse | Trauma
Yolanda offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Yolanda is currently accepting new clients.
Alpha Ponce
Psychotherapist
Alpha is a counsellor and psychotherapist (PACFA Registration), Psychologist (Mexico).She uses Gestalt therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Family Constellations, Emotional Mind Integration, and basic knowledge of Internal Family Systems and Somatic therapies.
She helps individuals understand the underlying causes of their low self-esteem, self-distrust, anxiety, depression, risky behaviours, poor boundaries, and hypervigilance. She helps them to create long-lasting changes and cultivate self-assurance, happiness, quality of life and healthier relationships.
She speaks English and Spanish fluently.
Alpha’s areas of interest include:
Anxiety | Adjustment Issues | Depression | Addiction | Stress | ADHD | Abuse | Anger Management | Borderline Personality | Behavioural Issues | Bereavement | Burnout | Carer Issues | Chronic Illness | Codependency | Coping Skills | Developmental Disorders | Disassociate Disorder | Divorce | Domestic Abuse | Emotional Disturbance | Obsessive-Compulsive | PTSD | Panic | Racial Identity | Relationship Issues | Self Esteem | Self-Harming | Skin Picking | Sleep or Insomnia | Substance Abuse | Suicidal Ideation | Thinking Disorders | Trauma | Women’s Issues | Narcissistic Abuse | Acculturation and Immigration
Alpha offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Alpha is currently accepting new clients.
Leenet Dsouza
Provisional Psychologist
Leenet is an empathetic Provisional Psychologist committed to empowering individuals on their path to mental well-being. Leenet works with children, teenagers, and adults, utilizing evidence-based approaches and client-centered techniques to ensure comprehensive and effective care. She has experience working with clients experiencing developmental concerns, academic stressors, career transitions, or emotional and behavioral issues.
Creating a secure and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions, Leenet encourages self-discovery and personal growth. Her diverse experience in academic and hospital management sectors enriches her psychological services, providing a holistic perspective that considers both clinical and organizational aspects. Leenet has worked as a Psychologist in India, so she is able to offer therapy in English, Hindi, and Kannada. She is registered with the Psychology Board of Australia.
Leenet’s areas of interest include:
Anxiety | Adjustment Issues | Depression | Addiction | ADHD | Anger Management | Behavioural Issues | Bereavement | Burnout | Chronic Illness | Chronic Pain | Coping Skills | Developmental Disorders | Intellectual Disability | Learning Disabilities | Life Coaching | Life Transitions | Mood Disorders | Obsessive-Compulsive | PTSD | School Issues | Self Esteem | Sleep or Insomnia | Spirituality | Trauma| Adolescent Issues
Leenet offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Leenet is currently accepting new clients.
Mark Hutchens
General Psychologist
Mark is a skilled psychologist who brings a unique blend of professional experience and personal insight to his practice. With a background in both business and psychology, he offers a comprehensive understanding of both the corporate world and mental health challenges.
His practice focuses on assisting individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and addiction. Mark’s approach is informed by his diverse education, including Master’s degrees in Psychology and Addictive Behaviours, and his experience in private practice and residential mental health retreats.
Emphasising a personalised and empathetic approach, Mark creates a safe and reflective space for his clients. He utilises an array of therapeutic techniques, tailored to each client’s unique needs, to help them understand themselves better and navigate the path to a more fulfilling life.
Mark’s journey from the software industry to psychology has equipped him with a deep understanding of the stressors in the business world, enhancing his ability to relate to and assist clients from similar backgrounds. His interest in Buddhism, mindfulness, and interpersonal psychologies further enriches his practice, offering clients a holistic and effective path towards personal growth and healing.
Mark’s areas of interest include:
addiction | anxiety | stress | low self-worth | depression | productivity problems | connection and relationship issues | grief | trauma | unhelpful habits
Mark offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Mark is currently accepting new clients.
Sabrina Chan
Clinical Psychologist
With well over a decade of experience as a clinical psychologist, Sabrina has trained in a variety of approaches and utilises an integrative framework to guide her collaboration with her clients that is both evidence-informed and person-centred.
Sabrina values co-creating a safe, reflective space with her clients that is defined by Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity & Empathy, to explore and form new and adaptive meaning of their significant experiences.
Sabrina appreciates being able to support her clients to be empowered & effective in their journey towards the change they seek to achieve in their lives, while also journeying inward to cultivate keener Self awareness, and thus, develop a fuller and more fulfilled sense of Self.
Sabrina is also a Board approved Clinical Registrar Program principal supervisor.
Sabrina’s areas of interest include:
Adjustment Issues | Addiction | ADHD | Abuse | Adoption | Alcohol Abuse | Anger Management | ASD | Burnout | Bipolar Disorder | Developmental Disorders | Emotional Disturbance | Family Conflict | Intellectual Disability | Narcissistic Personality | PTSD | Personality Disorders | Psychosis | Self-Harming | Sleep or Insomnia | Spirituality | Substance Abuse | Suicidal Ideation | Trauma | Psychosis | Asperger’s Syndrome | Autism | TBI | Testing and Evaluation
Sabrina offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Sabrina is currently accepting new clients.
Alana Eggins
General Psychologist
If she’s not playing with her puppy, or cleaning up remote beaches, you can find Alana hard at work. She is an enthusiastic provisional psychologist who is passionate about providing individualized support to people of all ages.
Since graduating from the University of Queensland, Alana has worked with a variety of presentations. She has a wide range of experience from managing behavioural challenges in schools, working with drug and alcohol rehabilitation, to specialized experience working with Neurodevelopmental Disorders. Alana brings a creative and fun energy into the therapy room and would love to meet you and find out how she can support you.
Alana is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and sees clients from all walks of life (5yo+).
Alana’s areas of interest include:
Attention Deficit-Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) | Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) | Behavioural issues & Parenting Support | LGBTQI+ Friendly Therapy | Mood Disorders (such as Anxiety and Depression) | Burnout | Navigating interpersonal relationships | Obsessive Compulsive Disorders | Self Esteem | Stress | Supporting Life transitions (such as Adolescence) | Teaching Coping Skills
Alana offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Alana is currently accepting new clients.
Anthea Hickey
General Psychologist
Anthea has a background in psychology with a strong track record of delivery in both clinical and organisational settings. Over the last twenty years, she has worked with several private, not-for-profit and public organisations. As an experienced Psychologist working with individuals in managing personal or organisational change, dealing with psychological and personality issues and enhancing their interpersonal effectiveness. Additionally, working with individuals presenting with a range of mental disorders (e.g., anxiety, trauma-based, mood disorders, health issues).
Anthea’s areas of interest include:
Anxiety | Adjustment Issues | Depression | ADHD | Alcohol Abuse | Anger Management | Behavioural Issues | Bereavement | Burnout | Career Guidance | Chronic Illness | Coping Skills | Disassociate Disorder | Mood Disorders | Obsessive-Compulsive | PTSD | Panic | Peer Relationships | Personality Disorders | Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum | Self Esteem | Sleep or Insomnia | Trauma | Women’s Issues | Impulse Control Disorders
Anthea offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Anthea is currently accepting new clients.
Bina Shah
Psychotherapist
Bina, a licensed counsellor and psychotherapist with a master’s degree in counselling, is dedicated to fostering well-being and self-acceptance in individuals. Grounded in person-centred care and a psychodynamic perspective, Bina respects each person’s journey and innate potential for growth, integrating neuroscience and trauma-informed approaches in therapy. Specializing in couples counselling using the Gottman method, Bina focuses on building strong relationships through effective communication and conflict management, providing a safe space for couples to deepen understanding and intimacy. Passionate about helping clients connect with their authentic selves, Bina eagerly looks forward to supporting individuals and couples on their paths to healing and self-discovery.
Bina’s areas of interest include:
Trauma | Anxiety | Adjustment Issues | Depression | Stress | Sexual Abuse | Adoption | Anger Management | Borderline Personality | Bereavement | Burnout | Carer Issues | Chronic Illness | Divorce | Family Conflict | Infidelity | Life Transitions | Marital & Premarital | PTSD | Relationship Issues | Self Esteem | Self-Harming | Sleep or Insomnia | Suicidal Ideation | Teen Violence | Trauma | Women’s Issues | Adolescent Issues | Grief and Loss
Bina offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Bina is currently accepting new clients.
Erin Pownell
Clinical Psychologist
Erin is a clinical psychologist who works with adults who are looking to live a more full and authentic life. She holds a compassionate and accepting space for individuals seeking to explore their experiences and commit to more conscious and intentional decision making in their lives.
Erin particularly enjoys working with young adults (18-35) who are navigating life’s transitions (e.g. career, personal, relationships) and exploring identity, boundary-setting and values.
Therapy with Erin is collaborative, strengths-focused and insight-building. Sessions are tailored to the individual’s goals using ACT, CBT and DBT frameworks.
Erin’s areas of interest include:
Anxiety | Communication skill building | Boundary-setting | Adjustment Issues | Depression | Stress | Burnout | Career Guidance | Coping Skills | Life Transitions | Relationship Issues | Women’s Issues
Erin offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Erin is currently accepting new clients.
Michael Burgess
Psychotherapist
Michael has completed a Masters of Gestalt Therapy. This is a form of psychotherapy that looks at the whole person. Together, client and therapist work to raise awareness of things that might lay beneath the surface, while looking at new ways and possibilities of relating to people and the world.
As a frontline paramedic for more than 20 years Michael has attended to many people in crisis and knows how experiences such as anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction and family issues can contribute to chronic illness. As therapist he is committed to helping people by compassionate listening and by exploring their natural resilience and coping strategies. Building awareness and acceptance of oneself in a safe therapy space leads to change and growth.
Michael works in a way that is trauma aware, relational and respectful of people’s lived experiences. He aims to help you find the path to healing that is already within you.
Michael’s areas of expertise and passion include:
Anxiety | Adjustment Issues | Depression | Addiction | Stress | ADHD | Alcohol Abuse | Anger Management | Bereavement | Burnout | Carer Issues | PTSD | Relationship Issues
Michael offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Michael is currently accepting new clients.
Ghassani Swaryandini
General Psychologist
Ghassani is a general psychologist with over 6 years of experience working with adolescents (16+) and young adults. She works with a broad range of presentations, but she is most passionate about using psychology to help her clients make better decisions in their lives. Ghassani is also currently completing a PhD on this topic.
When working with clients, Ghassani balances talking therapy with practical strategies so you know you will have something to take home with you. In her sessions, Ghassani can be warm, caring, yet also honest and playful. She understands that building a solid rapport with her clients is the most important part of therapy. Ghassani offers therapy in English and Indonesian.
Anne’s areas of practice include, but are not limited to:
Anxiety | Adjustment Issues | Depression | Stress | Anger Management | Burnout | Carer Issues | Career Guidance | Coping Skills | Infidelity | Life Coaching | Life Transitions | Panic | Peer Relationships | Racial Identity | Relationship Issues | Self Esteem | Adolescent Issues | Decision-making issues
Ghassani offers both in-person and telehealth appointments.
Ghassani is currently accepting new clients.
Anne Lee
Provisional Psychologist, Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours), Assoc MAPS
Anne is a skilled and empathetic Provisional Psychologist, registered with the Psychology Board of Australia.
She has an open and adaptable therapeutic style, and she employs an evidence-based approach to the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of her clients.
Anne’s research interests are around the impact of neurological disorders and their comorbidities, particularly depression, anxiety, and stress, on work performance and overall mental health and wellbeing.
Her experience has been in the areas of clinical neuropsychology and organisational psychology.
Anne’s areas of practice include, but are not limited to:
ADHD | Anxiety | Autism | Burnout | Career Guidance | Depression | Life Coaching | Personality Disorders | Stress
Unfortunately, Anne is currently not accepting new clients.
Anna Muir
Clinical Psychologist, B.Behavioural Science (Disability Major), B.Psych (Hons), M.Clinical Psych
Anna is a Clinical Psychologist with a wealth of experience in Brisbane. Ipswich and London. She
has a rural background and understands the nature of running properties and attending boarding
school. She has a warm, welcoming and caring nature and values each individual for their unique
journey through life. She enjoys connecting with people and helping them navigate various
struggles to enhance their wellbeing. Anna uses evidenced-based techniques, kindness and a
touch of fun to tailor therapy to the needs and values of her clients. She takes a holistic and
collaborative approach to wellbeing and enjoys working with clients who are experiencing
symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma and grief. Anna understands the challenges of raising
children and enjoys helping parents and children connect and thrive. Anna has a special interest
in postnatal depression and enjoys helping families with the transition to parenthood.
Anna’s areas of expertise and passion include:
Depression | Anxiety | Adjustment difficulties | Perinatal and postnatal psychology (including parent-baby bonding and baby massage) | Trauma (including PTSD, sexual abuse and birth trauma) | Grief and loss | Managing stress and emotions | Building resilience | Parenting challenges | Eating Disorders
Unfortunately, Anna is currently not accepting new clients.
Christine Marsden
ANZAP Registered Psychotherapist and Counsellor
Christine is our most experienced clinician. She offers psychodynamic short and long term psychotherapy and counselling for individuals, couples , and group work on a variety of life issues. Christine is a clinical member of ANZAP, the International Association of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (IARPP) and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). She is registered with the Australian Health Practioners Registration Board (AHPRA).
She brings a career background built in the health and behavioural sciences and the corporate sector. Christine is an experienced mediator, corporate coach and accredited group facilitator. The depth of skills and experience she brings provide a strong platform that allows her to understand and work intelligently across individual, couple and group contexts. Her ability to work with communication complexity and complex trauma is highly regarded. Christine provides a confidential environment for conversations that assist individuals and couples to gain awareness and understanding on their matters. It is not always difficulty in relationships that bring couples to therapy.
Anxiety Disorders | Mood Disorders | Eating Disorders | Personality Disorders | Dissociative Disorders | Neurological Disorders | Behavioural Issues | Complex Trauma | Life Coaching and Transitions | Health Issues | Addiction Issues | Relationship/Peer Issues | Family and Marital Issues | Couples Counselling | Prenatal, Postnatal and Infertility | Women’s Issues | Bereavement, Grief and Loss
Christine is currently accepting new clients.
Rebecca Alamaa
Clinical Psychologist, Masters Degree Science of Psychology,Trained at the highly ranked psychologist program at Linkoping University in Sweden
Rebecca has a warm, accepting and caring approach at the same time as she works in a structured and focused manner with her clients to reach their treatment goals. She is especially passionate about supporting people in challenging their fears so they can be less limited in life by their anxieties. She works with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. She focuses on individual therapies with adults as a Therapist Brisbane.
Anxiety Disorders – OCD, GAD, social anxiety, panic disorder | Adjustment Issues | Trichotilliomania (hair pulling disorder) | Skin Picking (excoriation) | PTSD | Depression | Grief and Loss | Stress Management
Rebecca is currently accepting new clients.
James Whiting
Clinical Psychologist, Master of Clinical Psychology
James is a warm and compassionate psychologist who believes in taking a flexible and collaborative treatment approach that is client-centred and reflects the unique goals and values of each individual. He provides an evidence-based approach to treatment utilising strategies based in cognitive-behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and interpersonal psychotherapy. His background of working in both public and private sectors has provided him with experience in working with a broad range of clients with diverse backgrounds and clinical presentations.
James holds particular interest in the treatment of challenges arising from adjustment to a variety of health conditions, stress management, treatment of sleep disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, and personality disorders.
Adjustment Issues | Addiction | Alcohol Abuse | Anxiety | Burnout | Chronic Illness | Depression | Dual Diagnosis | Mood Disorders | Narcissistic Personality | PTSD | Panic | Personality Disorders | Self Esteem| Sleep or Insomnia | Stress | Substance Abuse | Trauma | Mood Disorders
James is currently accepting new clients through Telehealth.
Aindri Jayasinghe
BSc (Hons) Psychology, Doctorate Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy (DCPsych)
Aindri is currently not accepting new clients and is only available via Telehealth.
Aindri has extensive experience working with a range of psychological issues in both the public and private sectors. She is particularly passionate about working with adults who have endured traumatic experiences spanning from acute incidents such as accidents and assaults, to sudden loss and chronic experiences of childhood abuse and neglect.
Aindri offers her clients a safe space to explore whatever feels important to them and provides assistance in finding ways to navigate life during challenging times. She places great importance on the combination of evidence-based approaches with warmth and openness, and works collaboratively with her clients to understand their situation and examine ways to open up new possibilities to live with greater ease.
Anxiety | Adjustment Issues | Depression | Stress | Abuse | Sexual Abuse | Alzheimer’s | Bereavement | Burnout | Carer Issues | PTSD | Panic | Self Esteem | Sleep or Insomnia | Trauma | Dissociative Disorders | Trauma |
Kate Brayley
General Psychologist/Performance Psychologist, Master of Psychology (Sport and Exercise)
Kate is a general and performance psychologist with a Master of Psychology (Sport and Exercise) from the University of Queensland. She has practised in a wide range of settings, including in the performing arts, sport and exercise, psychology clinics and drug and alcohol support services. Kate has a genuine, warm and respectful style, and believes that everyone has the potential to realise their own strengths. She provides an evidence-based approach to enhance self-awareness and support clients to develop and maintain social, emotional, and physical health and well-being. She is interested in the relationship between physical and mental/emotional health.
Burnout | Supporting life transitions | Dealing with stress, anxiety and depression | Overcoming barriers to exercise/physical activity | Enhancing Performance | Building self-esteem and confidence | Managing goal setting and action planning | Coaching
Kate is not currently accepting new clients.
Priyanka Komandur
Clinical Psychologist , Master of Clinical Psychology
Priyanka is a warm, gentle, and caring Clinical Psychologist whose specialised training allows her to assess and treat clients with a range of presentations, across the lifespan, and of various cultural backgrounds. Priyanka is passionate about helping her clients to re-construct their sense of self through therapy. Her therapeutic approach is evidence-based and modified to suit the needs of each of her clients. Her approach is generally informed by a combination of evidence-based treatment approaches including: Cognitive-behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Schema Therapy, and Expressive Therapies. Priyanka is also currently undertaking her PhD within the area of bipolar mood disorders.
Anxiety | Depression | Bipolar Disorder | Adjustment Issues | Coping Skills | Stress | Anger Management | Bereavement | Mood Disorders | Obsessive-Compulsive | Panic | Borderline Personality | Self-Harming | Sexual Abuse | Suicidal Ideation | Trauma & PTSD | Self Esteem | Burnout | Career Guidance | Chronic Pain | Dual Diagnosis | Emotional Disturbance | Family Conflict | Bereavement | Intellectual Disability | Life Transitions | Marital & Premarital | Divorce | Relationship issues | Peer Relationships | Relationship Issues | School Issues | Thinking Disorders
Priyanka is currently accepting new clients.
Dr Deb Worboys
Clinical Psychologist, Master of Clinical Psychology, Doctor of Philosophy, Clinical Neuropsychotherapy Practitioner
Deb is an enthusiastic and committed Clinical Psychologist who has a warm, accepting, and engaging manner. Her therapeutic style is open and flexible, and she aims to create a nurturing, growth-conducive environment for each and every individual she works with. Deb brings sound clinical skills, psychological insight as well as sense of fun to the therapy room.
Anxiety Disorders – OCD, GAD, Social and Panic Disorder | Effective Communication and Assertion Training | Work Related Stress | Grief and Loss | Mood Disorders -Depression and Anxiety | Trauma | Relationship Counselling | Carer Concerns
Deb is currently accepting new clients.
Psychological Therapy Approaches
Acceptance and Committment Therapy (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches skills to help individuals live and behave in ways consistent with personal values while developing psychological flexibility. This approach helps individuals recognise ways in which their attempts to suppress, manage, and control emotional experiences create challenges. By recognising and addressing these challenges, individuals can become better able to make room for value-based actions that support well-being.
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) is an effective treatment approach for a range of mental and emotional health issues including anxiety and depression. CBT aims to help a person identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts and to learn practical self-help strategies.
Often this involves integrating mindfulness components (known as Mindfulness based CBT) based on the current research findings which highlight the value of learning to change the way you relate to thoughts, feelings and sensations.
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
This therapy aims to change the associations we have with traumatic memories, so instead of hindering and impairing us, they can be resolved and learned from. EMDR aims to reduce psychological distress around traumatic memories and make room for cognitive insights into our past and focus on the future.
This therapy is known for its effective treatment of PTSD and is highly useful for anyone who has experienced any kind of trauma, and other psychological disorders that have their roots in distressing memories.
Schema Therapy
Schema Therapy is particularly helpful for clients who have had life long struggles with a particular issue such as depression or patterns of relating to situations or people in ways that are not working well for you and interfering with living your happiest life. Schema therapy identifies and seeks to modify core patterns or behaviours that we tend to repeatedly use throughout our lives.
Brain Based Therapy or Neuropsychotherapy
Brain Based Therapy approaches integrate exciting neuroscience research into understanding how our brain responds to and processes information and experiences. Rather than being fixed, our brain is constantly reshaping and changing over time (known as neuroplasticity).
This approach educates you about how your brain functions, and practical things that you can do to help overcome challenges such as anxiety and panic concern combined with counselling support
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy was founded by Marsha Linehan (who suffered from Borderline Personality Disorder herself), and is used to predominantly treat Borderline Personality Disorder. This therapy is highly useful for other psychological disorders such as substance dependence, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and eating disorders to name a few.
At DBT’s core is focus on skills training in four main areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation and interpersonal effectiveness.
Psychodynamic Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy is suited to clients wishing to understand, explore their situation in depth, involving longer term therapy and a strong focus on the therapeutic relationship. It is less structured than some of the other approaches, with a strong focus on insight and personal growth.
Gottman Relationship Therapy
Gottman Relationship Therapy is particularly helpful for couples who are struggling with their relationship. It is also a great approach for pre marriage counselling.
Gottman relationship therapy involves your psychologist meeting with you and your partner individually and then both of you completing an extensive online questionnaire about your relationship. Read more about Gottman Relationship Therapy
Hypnosis
Clinical hypnosis is an approach which involves becoming focused and absorbed in a calm state in which the mind is able to absorb and process information differently. You might feel very relaxed and heavy but are still very much in control. Most people find hypnosis to be a very pleasant experience and therapeutically it can be useful to help improve anxiety, depression, stress or to change unhelpful patterns of behaviour. Clinical Psychologist Claire Pang practices hypnosis.