Dr. Laura Raniere is a clinical psychologist working with children, adolescents and their families.

Certified Clinical Play Therapist & Registered Psychologist

Therapy with Amanda Therapy can feel tough, whether it’s your first time or you’ve done it before. In our sessions, we’ll work together to explore what’s going on and break things down into smaller, more manageable pieces. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you feel comfortable, understood, and ready to take steps toward feeling better. Amanda's Qualifications & Experience Amanda holds a Master of Psychology (Clinical) and has gained extensive experience in various clinical settings, including child and youth mental health services and prison environments. In these roles, she has supported clients facing a wide range of challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional dysregulation, and co-occurring mental health and substance use issues. Her diverse experiences have equipped her with a flexible and adaptable therapeutic approach, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Originally from Singapore, Amanda has a background in supporting adolescents and families, working closely with individuals to address emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. She brings a multicultural and multidisciplinary perspective to her practice, creating a supportive, culturally sensitive, and client-focused environment that empowers clients and promotes meaningful progress. Registered practitioners at The READ Clinic are independent practitioners who engage The READ Clinic to provide administrative support. All decisions regarding client treatment and care are the responsibility of the individual practitioners. Location Amanda is available at READ Clinic Erina.

Hi, I’m Sabrina, a psychologist with a warm demeanour and an authentic approach. With an extensive background in people care, I bring a blend of compassion and competence to professional practice. Dedicated to creating an empathetic environment, my goal is to help clients feel valued and heard, empowering them to explore their own inner resources and discover newfound freedom and strength. Drawing from almost two decades as an ordained minister, I offer a holistic approach, integrating spirituality and psychology, should it align with the preferences of my clients. I work with people of all ages, including children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.

Mercedes is a psychologist with over 22 years’ experience working with individuals and couples. She is warm and compassionate and her approach is collaborative, aiming first to “meet you where you are,” validating your strengths, and helping you to work through the problems you want to overcome. Mercedes has an abiding interest in helping you make more meaningful connections in your life and in your relationships. Incorporating mindful compassion into her therapeutic approach helps an individual or couple tune into and regulate their feelings and explore highly sensitive areas and emotions while feeling safe and in control. Having a long-standing interest in learning about the benefits gained from a regular Mindfulness meditation practice, has led Mercedes to explore how spiritual practices can help us heal from psychological suffering. Her counselling interests include – • Anxiety & Stress • Relationship Counselling • Depression • Bereavement • Life stage transitions • Pain and disability • Sleeping difficulties • Addictions • Bipolar disorder • Trauma & Sexual abuse During her career she has used a wide range of therapeutic approaches, according to the client’s needs, including ACT, CBT, as well as DBT, Mindfulness and Compassion Focused therapies. Mercedes experience has also included running groups in both public and private hospital settings and is able to offer counselling in Spanish to those clients whose native language is Spanish and have difficulty communicating in English.

Hi, I’m Karen. I am a compassionate psychologist with a wealth of experience working with children and families in Queensland schools. I am particularly interested in working with trauma, where, together with my clients, we work collaboratively to build a safe space where clients can feel heard, explore their challenges, and develop effective strategies for leading fulfilling lives. Originally from London, I moved to Australia 20 years ago and quickly fell in love with its vibrant culture and strong sense of community. My personal journey has profoundly influenced my professional approach. Having overcome cancer, I bring a unique understanding of the emotional and psychological impacts of serious illness. This experience fuels my passion for supporting individuals going through similar challenges and helping them find resilience, hope, and strength during difficult times. I take a collaborative approach to therapy, working closely with clients to address a wide range of concerns, including: Anxiety Depression Trauma Women’s Health Emotional regulation Attachment-related challenges Life stressors and transitions Child and Adolescent mental health Each client’s journey is unique, and I tailor my approach to suit their specific needs. I strive to help individuals develop the tools and insights they need to navigate life’s complexities with confidence and clarity. Whether working with children, adolescents, adults, or families, my goal is to foster resilience, enhance self-awareness, and support meaningful, lasting change. It is a privilege to accompany individuals on their path to emotional well-being, personal growth, and a brighter future.

Chris Winkler is a Clinical Psychologist who has fourteen years of experience in treating psychological problems in a range of settings including private practice, public mental health, and universities. Chris is a warm, caring, and dedicated professional. He aims to create a safe, non-judgmental space where his clients are listened to and treated with respect. Chris keeps up to date with the latest advancements in mental health and therapy and uses approaches that have been tried and tested through scientific research. Chris has special interest in helping people overcome anxiety problems of all types, and he is especially interested in working with those who have OCD. Chris completed a Master of Clinical Psychology at Macquarie University. He is registered with the Psychology Board of Australia with an endorsed area of practice in Clinical Psychology, and is also approved by the Psychology Board of Australia to provider supervision to new graduates of Clinical Psychology. Finally, Chris is currently completing a PhD at the University of Melbourne with a focus on advancing the field of anxiety treatment.

Clinical Psychologist

Elizabeth 'Libby' Rodwell is a Registered Psychologist in the Rockingham-Safety Bay office. She receives direct bookings from clients and can also offer GP referrals for Mental Health Care Treatment Plans (MHTP/MHCP)*.   NOTE: There are currently bulk blocked out morning times in Libby's schedule that will only be made available 1-2weeks prior to the booking date (to ensure that existing clients can still get a timeslot for September - October 2024.). Libby has NDIS-disabilities sector and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) experience. She is competent working with trauma, ADHD and ASD, and Couples Counselling across therapy modes. Libby also has a background in coaching, government, teamwork, contract management, Not-for-profit and Behavioural Research. Libby has had relevant training and qualifications for Education settings and general practice. Libby has a Bachelor of Psychology and Master of International Relations, Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and Teaching English as a Second or Other Language (TESOL) qualifications. She has a demonstrated history of working in the environmental services and 'safe systems' areas. Libby is a new member of our team at Breathe Counselling in Rockingham-Safety Bay and brings with her a wealth of experience and knowledge. Her therapeutic knowledge and ability is made real and accessible to clients through her  personable and genuine nature. Libby offers face to face and online counselling appointments to her clients. *Medicare rebates are available.

Psychologist based in Cooroy on the Sunshine Coast. Offering In-person, Online and phone consultations.  If you are looking for caring, safe and confidential support you are in the right place! At Lisa Joseph Psychology I pride myself on offering individualised support to suit your needs. I take a holistic, heart-centred approach to therapy using relational, evidence-based and trauma-informed practice. I take a special interest in anxiety and depression and I am passionate about helping people find a sense of well-being, meaning and purpose in their lives. I bring with me over 15 years of experience in psychotherapy, art therapy and more recently psychology. I have assisted hundreds of individuals and couples make lasting positive changes. I would love to hear from you, lets have a chat to see if I can help you.

Andrea Groom is an experienced counsellor, psychotherapist, supervisor and psychologist. She has more than 25 years of experience working with children, teens and adults. Andrea is grounded in Rogerian psychotherapy, which lays out a strong foundation to draw upon interventions, which are evidenced-based, practical and designed to engage her clients. Modalities used are cognitive behavioural therapy, interpersonal neurobiology, trauma-informed practices, EMDR, gestalt therapy, psychotherapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, solution focussed therapy, family systems therapy, mindfulness, positive psychology and self-compassion. Andrea has been a previous assessor for the Western Australian Counsellors Supervisors Course, she hosts the Rockingham and Kwinana Mental Health Primary Network and is a Principal Psychologist of her own multidisciplinary private practice. Andrea is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPPS). Andrea previously held a role as President of Rainbows for the Children of Australia (grief and loss program for children). She also was a co-founder of the RKMP school-based peer support group. Andrea specialises in personal therapy for counsellors and other mental health practitioners, including clinical supervision for other mental health therapists. Andrea has a special interest in Autism, ADHD, and complex trauma in children and adolescents. She also supports late-diagnosed Autistic and ADHD Adults to flourish.

Compassionate and evidence-based psychological assessment and intervention services.

Melissa Burns is an experienced psychologist with a diverse skill set. Melissa's expertise encompasses working with adults, couples, children, and adolescents, addressing a broad range of mental health concerns and fostering emotional and mental wellbeing. Professional Experience: - Co-morbid Substance Use and Mental Health: Melissa has a background in treating individuals presenting with the dual challenges of substance use and mental health issues. Melissa's experience in the addiction field includes supporting families impacted by another's substance use. Melissa is also a facilitator in the Matrix Program which is a non-residential addiction treatment program run by Ashcliffe Psychology. - Adults and Couples Therapy: Melissa has a strong background in working with individuals and couples, in managing relationship issues and mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression. - General Mental Health and Wellbeing: Melissa's area of practice includes addressing sleep disruption, interpersonal conflict and workplace stress. Melissa works from a client centred approach towards empowering her clients' to make the choices they need to improve their quality of life and psychological resilience. - Work with Children and Adolescents: Melissa’s experience in education, private, and disability sectors is marked by her commitment to promoting resilience and connectedness among young individuals and their families. Therapeutic Approach: Melissa’s therapeutic methodology is based on a compassionate and resilience-focused framework, particularly in dealing with trauma and self-injury behaviour. Her treatment approaches are tailored to each individual's unique needs and goals, employing evidence-based practices such as: - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) - Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) - Schema Therapy Melissa is committed to providing empathetic, and evidence-based psychological services, continually striving to empower her clients towards achieving their personal and emotional goals.

Profile Dr Skeffington is a Clinical Psychologist in private practice and a Senior Lecturer (Acting Head of Counselling Discipline) at Murdoch University. She has researched PTSD, resilience to trauma, creative approaches to healing, treatment of non-suicidal self-injury and OCD. Dr Skeffington has tutored and lectured on research methods, non-suicidal self-injury and professional practice in both undergraduate and postgraduate university courses. She currently lectures in Masters level Trauma Counselling and Principles of Counselling units at Murdoch University. Dr Skeffington has worked extensively in the field of trauma, including PTSD, and the impact of trauma on individuals, partners and families. She also has extensive experience with FIFO work and its associated effects on family and mental health. Experience Sessional academic & research co-ordinator at Curtin University of Technology. Co-ordinating a clinical trial for the treatment of non-suicidal self-injury. Current and past tutoring and lecturing in trauma, principles of counselling, research methods and professional practice. Supervision of students on internal placement at Murdoch University. Sessional academic & guest lecturer at the University of WA and Murdoch University (2011-2013) Private Practice (current) Providing Clinical Psychologist services in a primary health care setting. Resilience Training Officer- Department of Fire and Emergency Services (ongoing)

I view helping people navigate the vulnerable process of exploring their thoughts and emotions as a special privilege, and I take pride in creating a safe space for authentic self-expression. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and informed, and I aim to guide and encourage people in moving toward their goals by helping them recognise their strengths, capabilities, and inherent worth. I support clients with a wide range of presentations, including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, sexual wellbeing, relationships, OCD, and personality disorders. One of my core areas of interest is emotional regulation, where I help individuals understand and cope with their emotional experiences. I flexibly draw from therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) depending on your individual needs and goals. I am dedicated to creating an inclusive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, sex-positive, neuroaffirming space where individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences feel welcomed and supported.

I am a Psychologist registered with AHPRA with over 10 years of experience - overseas and in Australia. I specialise in working with children and adolescents and use CBT. DBT, ACT and play based approaches.

Emily’s objective in clinical practice is to adopt a client-centered approach to therapy whilst drawing on a variety of evidence-based strategies and tools to help facilitate positive change for her clients. Emily works collaboratively with her clients to improve their overall life satisfaction, health, and wellbeing. Emily provides her clients with a safe and non-judgemental space. She enjoys helping her clients to understand past and present difficulties but also identifies and taps into her client’s inner-strengths and values. Emily is collaborative in approach to her therapy where she encourages her clients to explore their goals early on in therapy, whilst providing direction and supporting future orientation. As an Australian-based psychologist in clinical practice, delivers psychological support to adults, children, adolescents, and their families via online telehealth psychology sessions.

Lisa is a psychologist with a compassionate, warm, and collaborative approach to therapy. She provides telehealth services and has experience in various settings, including inpatient and outpatient hospital services, residential aged care facilities, and community outreach services. Lisa is passionate about supporting people to manage the psychological impact of acute and chronic health conditions. She strives to provide her clients with a non-judgemental space that allows them to feel understood and comfortable while exploring their struggles. She values working collaboratively with clients through flexible and tailored evidence-based approaches to suit their individual needs. Lisa has experience working with various presentations, including physical health conditions, stress, adjustment, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss.

While Kelly has a special interest in supporting First Responders and their families, her support extends to everyone, no-matter who they are, or what they have going on. Kelly proactively collaborates to identify the therapeutic strategy that works best for you, creating a tailored and achievable roadmap forward. She draws on her experience of working in the NSW Workers Compensation system to navigate cases where clients have been psychologically injured at work and applies her expertise in diverse therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), to support you in meeting your individual needs and goals. Kelly will always focus on what works best for you and partner with you to ensure you receive high quality and evidence-based care.

Psychologist and Clinical Family Therapist based in Toowong providing psychology services, counselling, and family therapy. Stuart specialises in relationship problems and emotional and mental health for individuals, couples, and families.

I am a registered, Medicare-approved Psychologist in New South Wales, Australia and an Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Association. I studied my 4-year undergraduate at Wollongong University where I obtained a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and completed a fifth year of study at Macquarie University where I obtained a Graduate Diploma of Professional Psychology. I have also been fortunate to gain a wealth of experience in the community sector for the past 10 years where I have worked in the drug and alcohol/dual diagnosis sector, adolescent mental health and non-government organisation settings as well as in private practice. In 20212-2013, I also had the wonderful opportunity to work overseas in India where I mentored young Australians as we worked with local women and children to improve their lives via social business projects. Since then I have worked in private practice providing both individual and group therapy for a range of clients in office-based, outdoor-based and online settings. In 2018 I completed my 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training via Embodied Flow™ which has provided an immense amount of knowledge and skills which I now bring into my work with clients including individual work and Trauma Sensitive Yoga programs. I have quite an eclectic style of treatment incorporating a range of different modalities including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindful-Based Therapy (MBT), Schema Therapy, Narrative therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and somatic (body)-based techniques, including Trauma Sensitive Yoga strategies. I believe that every human has the potential to heal themselves and it is only when we can navigate through the darkness that we can find our light again. It is always such a humbling and meaningful experience when another human allows me to go on a part of their personal journey with them.

As a psychologist, my goal is to support clients on their journey toward healing and growth. I understand that reaching out can be a big step, and I’m here to provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions, reflect on your experiences, and move toward meaningful change. I have experience working with individuals of all ages on a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress, burnout, post-traumatic stress, grief and loss, interpersonal challenges, domestic violence, body image issues, and navigating neurodiversity. I am especially passionate about helping people regain a sense of safety and well-being as they recover from traumatic experiences. Together, we’ll tailor our therapeutic approach to suit your unique needs, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I believe that everyone has the potential for change, and my aim is to help you feel truly heard and understood as we work together to address your challenges and support your growth both within and beyond our sessions

Kara is a patient, compassionate and understanding Psychologist with an aim to provide a safe space to enable therapeutic change. She is enthusiastic and dedicated to fostering positive relationships with her clients. Kara is committed to working collaboratively with you, and the type of therapy used in her sessions is always dependent on your presenting issues. Kara welcomes any feedback and encourages client involvement to shape the approach of the therapy and ensure you get what you want from your counselling sessions. You are likely to find Kara unassuming, kind and caring. Kara is comfortable working across all age groups, from children to adults and couples. She is available to support you to deal with a wide range of difficulties and concerns, including depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, relationships and workplace difficulties. Her main therapeutic approaches are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy and Mindfulness.

My approach is highly collaborative and trauma-informed; I work together with clients and their families to develop personalised treatment plans that respect and incorporate their unique perspectives and experiences within an environment that is safe and supportive. Additionally, I am dedicated to being neurodivergence affirming, recognizing and valuing the diverse ways in which brains can function and advocating for approaches that honour neurodivergent experiences. My practice is grounded in evidence-based techniques, utilising strategies and interventions backed by research to support clients in achieving their therapeutic goals. As a trained Circle of Security International Parenting facilitator, I integrate attachment theory into all aspects of my practice, emphasizing the importance of secure parent-child relationships and using attachment-based strategies to foster emotional security and resilience.

General Psychologist with Endorsements in Organisational and Health Psychology. Teaching qualifications and a Master of Business Administration in Human Resources.

Clinical Psychologist In Private Practice Jozay Longden is a registered clinical psychologist with many years of experience providing psychological and psychotherapeutic services within Perth, working with individuals, adolescents, couples and groups in clinical, not-for-profit and private practice settings. Having graduated from Oxford University, she went on to obtain a Masters degree in Counselling from Notre Dame University and a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from Murdoch University. Her clinical expertise and experience includes lecturing, training/workshop facilitation, consultation, supervision, and therapeutic program development, evaluation and implementation. Jozay’s areas of interest include working with clients diagnosed with severe anxiety and/or depression, ADHD, addiction co-occurring with mental health disorder, emotional dysregulation, chronic pain, relationship issues, developmental trauma and PTSD. She is available to give presentations on mindfulness to mental health professionals as well as in the corporate environment.

Christopher Lee is a clinical psychologist who specialises in trauma and with a keen interest in a wide range of psychological problems, as well as behavioural and relational issues in teenagers and young adults. His approach to therapy is to put the client first in all situations. That means there will be no judgement no matter what, instead, you will be provided with unconditional acceptance and positive regard. Christopher’s goal as a psychologist is to help his clients live in a way that is consistent with their personal values and to be more than they thought they could be. To achieve that, boundaries, assertiveness, negative thoughts and trauma are topics that are often explored and processed.

Whether it's an individual concern or a couple's issue you can talk to me for support in navigating life’s challenges and living a life that reflects what really matters to you. I'll strive to provide you with a comfortable, safe and supportive place to talk. Contact me to arrange a free brief phone chat to see how I might support you.

Clinical Psychologist, treating children, adolescents and adults

Lydia is a Registered Psychologist with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology and has many years of experience working in private practice and educational environments. With an interest in; - Sport and performance psychology - Pregnancy (perinatal) and infant mental health - Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD, Autism) - Behavioural and social-emotional difficulties, and - Depression and anxiety in adults, adolescents, and children Lydia works with all age groups and uses positive psychology and holistic, solution-focused approaches. Lydia is; - a qualified Cognitive Behaviour Therapist (CBT) - a qualified Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) practitioner - has qualifications in Perinatal Mental Health (with the Centre for Perinatal Excellence), and - has completed an intensive perinatal and infant mental health workshop with the Centre for Perinatal Psychology - Lydia is registered with the Australian Psychologist Board of Australia and the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Association (AHPRA). Lydia has experience as a Psychologist in Australia and overseas. She has worked in the public sector in education, in private educational settings, and in a number of other environments. Lydia has also been working in private practice in Tasmania for many years in various locations. In addition to working in private practice, where she treats various clients and their mental health concerns, Lydia collaborates with the Tasmanian Institute of Sport, the Australian Institute of Sport, and other local sporting organisations in a sports and performance psychology role. Lydia is the only Tasmanian provider for the Australian Institute of Sport Mental Health Referral Network, supporting elite athletes and their mental health. Lydia works in Battery Point, Tasmania, where she sees clients for face-to-face appointments and offers online appointments for those in remote areas or who cannot get into the clinic. Contact Lydia today for an appointment.