Ballarat Psychology Clinic


Ballarat Psychology Clinic

Practitioners at this location

April Daltonalomes

Psychologist

Caroline Evans

Psychologist

Caroline is an experienced psychologist currently undertaking a Master of Clinical Psychology. She has supported children, young people, adults and older people with assessment and therapy. Caroline can help people with a range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma-related symptoms, issues with alcohol and other drugs and psychosis. She has worked with neurodivergent people experiencing stress or other mental health concerns in their daily life. Caroline is trained in a range of therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). The aim of therapy with Caroline is to understand the client’s needs and work towards their particular goals using the strengths and skills they already have and those that can be developed together. Caroline’s experience with a range of people over the years has shown that anything is possible. Caroline provides consultations via Telehealth only. Telehealth gives you the flexibility of psychology sessions wherever it suits, including the comfort of your own home. Low-cost sessions are available depending on individual needs. Feel free to request an introductory chat to see if Caroline’s services are right for you.
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Dr Veronica Johnston

Psychologist

Veronica is a psychologist who brings empathy, practicality, and light-heartedness to all that she does. Veronica has sixteen years of experience working with children, adolescents and families, and holds a Bachelor of Education and a Doctorate of Psychology (Clinical). Veronica has worked as a pastoral care and curriculum leader in the education sector with experience from Preparatory level to Year 12, and has more recently held tertiary education teaching positions at Deakin University. In the mental health sector she has worked in not-for-profit organisations, hospitals, schools, private practices, and government child protection organisations. She has also published academic research in the areas of child interviewing and child temperament. Veronica has a particular passion for early intervention and the construction of solid support networks around children and adolescents. As a passionate advocate for mental health and well-being as well as nurturing strong therapeutic connections, Veronica cultivates open communication, shared understanding, and common goals. She also believes it is important to help her clients develop self-belief, compassion, and independence. Evidence-based assessment tools inform targeted and meaningful psychological intervention with a focus on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindful Self-Compassion, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients become capable of understanding and managing challenging emotions, acknowledging and reframing unhelpful thinking patterns, and altering unhelpful behaviours.

Elyse Snaidero

Psychologist (Provisional)

Elyse is a provisional psychologist currently completing their Master of Psychology (Clinical). Elyse is an authentic and warm person who values establishing a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental space for their clients. They work with clients across the lifespan and have a passion for working with people from all backgrounds, including culturally diverse and LGBTIQA+ clients. Elyse is committed to cultivating an inclusive environment and adopts neuroaffirming practices in their work. Elyse takes a holistic, person-centred approach to therapy, drawing from a variety of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (CBT), to tailor intervention to each client’s needs.
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Jacki Schurmann

Psychologist

Jacki is a Clinical Psychologist with nearly 15 years of experience providing individual and group-based therapies to adults across public mental health, forensic, and private practice settings. She is passionate about creating a sense of safety and comfort for her clients and offers evidence-based interventions to support meaningful and lasting change. Jacki works with individuals experiencing a range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma and dissociation, substance use, personality disorders, workplace stress, relationship and adjustment difficulties, parenting challenges, and grief and loss. She welcomes referrals from LGBTQI+ and neurodivergent clients, as well as people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Drawing from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Schema Therapy, Jacki tailors her approach to each client’s unique needs. She is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), as recognised by the EMDR Association of Australia (EMDRAA), and is a Board-Approved Supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia.
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Jessica Camilleri

Psychologist

Jessica is a registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). She has experience working with children, young people and adults across private practice, schools and community health settings. She has extensive experience supporting families through the assessment and diagnostic process, including Autism and ADHD, as well as providing ongoing therapeutic support. Jessica values building trust and respect with each person she works with and takes a collaborative, strengths-based approach to therapy. Jessica uses a range of evidence-based approaches tailored to each individual, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Psychoeducation, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). Jessica works with clients presenting with a range of concerns including autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and general mental health and wellbeing. She also supports parents through coaching and behaviour support, and works with both children and adults on emotion regulation and anger management to improve coping, relationships and day-to-day functioning.

Julie Jammet

Psychologist

Julie is a registered clinical psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency (AHPRA) and an accredited supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia. She has extensive experience working with adolescents and young adults in different settings such as area mental health services, community care organisations and private practice. Julie has a strong interest in Animal Assisted Therapy and together with her accredited mental health therapy dog, Fly, they provide a non-judgemental therapeutic space where young individuals and their care givers can feel safe, listened to, and supported to achieve mutually agreed treatment goals. Julie is passionate and committed to helping young persons with a range of mental health difficulties to accomplish their personal, social and educational potential.
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Kagiso Tlhabano-David

Psychologist

Kagiso is a registered psychologist with over 20 years’ experience delivering individual and group therapies to adolescents, youth, and adults across community, university, private practice, and sport performance settings. She is passionate about delivering tailored, collaborative, client-centred care using evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and trauma-informed care. Kagiso works with clients experiencing anxiety and depressive disorders, adjustment difficulties, career and study transitions, relationship and interpersonal challenges, grief, burnout, trauma, and concerns related to mental health, wellbeing, and sports performance. She collaborates closely with clients to build insight, develop coping skills, and support meaningful, values-based growth. Kagiso is also trained in the delivery of mental health support to elite athletes and is recognised by the International Olympic Committee. She is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and is a member of the Australian Psychological Society.
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Krity Kushal

Social Worker

Leigh Parkin

Psychologist

The decision to begin psychological therapy can sometimes feel confusing or daunting, so Leigh places great importance on creating a safe and relaxed environment where individuals can explore their experiences and make meaningful choices toward growth and change. Leigh has been practising as a psychologist since 1997 and brings extensive experience from his work across community, educational, government, and private settings. He supports clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety disorders (such as panic attacks, social or health anxiety, and generalised anxiety), depression, obsessive–compulsive disorder, bipolar and related conditions, trauma, relationship and family-of-origin difficulties, stress, low mood, and adjustment to significant life events. He also has a particular interest in the impacts of family and domestic violence and in promoting non-violence within the community. Leigh values building strong, collaborative relationships with his clients and takes a flexible approach that respects each person’s unique circumstances. He draws upon a range of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy (ST), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT), and mindfulness-based strategies.
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Llira Haywood

Psychologist

Llira is a provisional psychologist currently completing her Master of Clinical Psychology. She brings a warm, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to her work, primarily utilising Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and drawing on Schema Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to support each client's unique needs. She has a strong interest in psychological assessment and enjoys helping individuals gain clarity and insight into their strengths and challenges. Llira has extensive experience working with NDIS participants and is passionate about delivering practical, person-centred support that promotes independence and wellbeing. Llira especially enjoys working with children and young adults, and has a growing interest in supporting individuals with ADHD across the lifespan. She also works with clients experiencing stress, burnout, and the often-overlooked demands of parenting, offering a compassionate space to reflect, recharge, and develop sustainable coping strategies. With a calm and approachable presence, Llira is committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel genuinely heard and empowered to make meaningful change.
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Mackenzie Piper

Occupational Therapist

Mackenzie is an AHPRA-registered Occupational Therapist who graduated from Central Queensland University (CQU). She has a strong passion for paediatrics and brings valuable experience supporting children with neurodevelopmental conditions, including autism and ADHD. Before qualifying as an occupational therapist, Mackenzie worked as a qualified swimming instructor, an experience that continues to shape her holistic and creative approach to therapy. She is particularly interested in exploring innovative ways to integrate her background in aquatic instruction with occupational therapy practice. Mackenzie is dedicated to supporting individuals and families to build strong foundations for learning, confidence, and meaningful participation in everyday life.
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Margaret Hunt

Psychologist

Mark Tanian

Psychologist

Mark is a registered psychologist holding a Master’s Degree in Psychology (Clinical). He offers a warm, empathetic approach, focusing on building a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship with his clients. He understands that each person is unique and works to tailor therapy to the individual, taking into consideration neurodivergence, personality, and the distinctive experiences from a person’s history. Mark has an interest in and experience in using evidence-based therapies when working with anxiety-related disorders, depression, personality disorders, substance use challenges, trauma, life transitions, grief, and relationship challenges. With a passion for primarily using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), Mark aims to help guide people across the lifespan to deeper self-understanding, resilience, and personal growth. In addition to treatment, he can conduct cognitive and educational assessments to help others gain insight into strengths and weaknesses and learn about strategies that may support them going forward.

Melissa Van Styn

Psychologist

Melissa is a Clinical Psychologist and Board-Approved Supervisor with over a decade of experience providing evidence-based psychological therapy. She has worked across public mental health services—where she provided crisis support—and in private practice with clients of all ages. Melissa takes a compassionate, collaborative, and client-centred approach, focusing on ongoing feedback to ensure therapy is tailored to each person’s unique needs. She provides a safe and supportive space for children, adolescents, parents, and adults experiencing a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment difficulties, grief and loss, behavioural challenges, parenting and relationship issues, and school or peer-related difficulties.
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Miss Madeleine Milton

Psychologist

Maddie is a registered psychologist with experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults across private, public, and educational settings. She provides a safe and supportive space where clients feel listened to and validated, and uses evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) tailored to each person’s needs. Maddie works with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment difficulties, school-based challenges (such as school refusal or anxiety), neurodivergence, behavioural concerns, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and relationship difficulties. She has a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent children and takes pride in helping them better understand their brains. Maddie also collaborates closely with parents to provide a cohesive therapy experience for young people. She conducts cognitive and academic assessments in a supportive and warm environment and is currently undertaking clinical endorsement to become a registered Clinical Psychologist.
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Miss Rachel Tallent

Psychologist

Rachel is a Clinical Psychologist and former Olympian with experience working in both public mental health services and private practice. She works with individuals across the lifespan—from children to older adults—and supports clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, relationship and interpersonal issues, anger management, emotion regulation challenges, Autism, ADHD, and general mental health and wellbeing. Rachel also has a particular interest in sports performance and the assessment and treatment of anxiety and depression. Rachel takes a friendly, collaborative, and non-judgemental approach, creating a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their difficulties and build lasting change. She primarily uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and draws upon other evidence-based approaches such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to tailor treatment to each individual’s needs.
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Miss Siahn Duxson

Psychologist

Siahn is a psychologist with a Master of Professional Psychology and experience supporting diverse populations in crisis settings. She works in a client-focused, collaborative, and non-judgemental manner, using evidence-based interventions to compassionately support clients in achieving their personal goals. Siahn works with individuals experiencing a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, life adjustments, trauma, and psychological distress, tailoring her approach to meet each person’s unique needs

Mr Josh McLean

Social Worker

With over six years of experience in public health and mental health, I offer a tailored, evidence-based approach that blends cognitive techniques with hands-on, experiential therapies. Whether through cognitive restructuring, mindfulness, sensori-motor art therapy, or animal-assisted therapy (dogs), I help clients achieve deep healing and personal growth. Alongside my clinical work, I engage in university academic roles as a lecturer and marker in social work, keeping me connected to the latest research and practice methods.

Mr Luke Blackley

Psychologist (Registrar)

I hold qualifications as both a registered psychologist and a registered nurse and have extensive experience working therapeutically with individuals experiencing both acute and chronic symptoms associated with a range of major mental illnesses. I have previously worked in primary health care, forensic and acute mental health care settings, employing individual and group-based treatment methods and am experienced in utilizing motivational and strengths-based approaches to help individuals achieve their personal recovery goals.

Mrs Georgina Chew

Psychologist

Georgie is a registered psychologist with over a decade of experience supporting adults, adolescents, and their families across hospital and community health settings. She works with a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, school- and relationship-related difficulties, behavioural challenges, parenting support, stress management, body image concerns, and enhancing sports performance. Georgie provides comprehensive assessments, problem formulations, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients build self-compassion, understanding, resilience, and mastery. She aims to create a safe, trusting, and collaborative therapeutic environment, bringing a curious and non-judgmental attitude to every client. Holding a Master’s in Youth Mental Health, Georgie has a particular interest in adolescent and young adult mental health, early intervention, and is a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician. She also has a strong interest in Sports Psychology, supporting individuals to enhance both mental wellbeing and athletic performance.
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Ms Jacinta Robison

Psychologist

Jacinta is a registered psychologist dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and adults as they navigate life’s challenges. She fosters a compassionate and welcoming space, ensuring clients feel safe, heard, and respected. Jacinta draws on a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness, tailoring interventions to the unique needs of each client. She works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, interpersonal difficulties, life transitions, substance use, and neurodevelopmental challenges, empowering them with the tools and insights to enhance their wellbeing.

Ms Raffaella Ward

Psychologist

Registered Psychologist
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Polly Noble

Psychologist

Sarah Williams

Psychologist

Sarah is a general psychologist who has worked in the public mental health sector for over seven years. Sarah can provide evidence based treatments for the following referrals for adults and young adults; anxiety, depression, lifestyle adjustment, grief and fertility related issues.

Skye Petrie

Psychologist

Skye has over 23 years of experience supporting children and families who have experienced trauma and harm. She provides a calm and safe space for individuals to explore and make sense of their experiences and emotions, believing that a strong therapeutic relationship is key to effective support. Skye works with a wide range of concerns, including trauma and PTSD, anxiety, stress, depression, emotion regulation difficulties, parenting challenges, parent-infant relationships, and ASD. She is passionate about helping clients identify and achieve their goals through relationship-focused and evidence-based interventions, including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). Skye also has a strong interest in infant and parent mental health and holds postgraduate qualifications in this area. Master of Professional Psychology Graduate Diploma of Psychology Graduate Diploma Mental Health Science (Parent and Infant Mental Health)
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Tamsyn White

Psychologist

Taylah Blake

Psychologist (Provisional)

Taylah is a registered psychologist who takes a holistic and evidence-based approach to therapy, working with the whole person and recognising their unique life story. She supports children, adolescents, and adults across the lifespan, helping clients navigate a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, school refusal, behavioural challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism), body image concerns, grief and loss, general mental health and wellbeing, LGBTQIA+ issues, and cultural or ethnicity-related challenges. Taylah is passionate about working collaboratively with young people, their families, and communities, and values creating an inclusive, supportive, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment. She recognises the unique experiences of neurodivergent clients and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and tailors therapy to each person’s individual needs. Taylah uses a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Narrative Practice, to help clients better understand themselves and achieve their goals.
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Wenjin Zhang

Social Worker