Clinical Team
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Katia Ishimaru
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Katia works with young adolescents through to adults. Her areas of interest include postnatal depression, anxiety disorders, trauma and PTSD, food and weight related issues. She is trained in EMDR, schema therapy, hypnotherapy and a range of evidence based treatments including those informed by Contextual Behavioural Science such as ACT, behavioural analysis and mindfulness, with an interest in sensorimotor psychotherapy.
Katia works with clients from 16 years old and up.
Clinical Psychologist
Saturday
Appointments
Mareese McLoughlin
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Mareese works with adults experiencing a range of mental health issues and wellbeing concerns. She can assist with emotional and mood difficulties, and problems with relationships, including conflicts and worries at work. Mareese has experience working with individuals experiencing problematic alcohol and drug use, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, stress, low self esteem, self harm, and trauma/PTSD. She also assists people who have experienced childhood trauma, concerns with dissociation and Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID).
Mareese is a trauma informed therapist (which means working together at your pace and always with your consent before trying different approaches/solutions), and she uses a range of different therapies to best suit someones specific needs and concerns. The main therapy approaches Mareese uses include; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS)/ Parts work, Schema Therapy, a mind and body based therapy called Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) and Eye Movement [trauma] Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Mareese works with clients from 18 years old and up.
Counselling & Clinical Psychologist
Melanie Brown
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Melanie areas of experience include parenting and attachment difficulties, perinatal depression and anxiety, stress, grief and loss, life transition difficulties, family dysfunction, and anxiety disorders. She has a strong interest in women's mental health across the lifespan, including perimenopause and menopause.
Melanie's main therapeutic approach is Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, which helps a person understand all the different 'parts' of themselves & is a non-pathologising model. With additional qualifications in sexology, Melanie has a particular interest in human sexuality, gender issues, relationships and sexual difficulties, offering a non-judgmental space to explore these issues in. Melanie is a sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ friendly, and kink-aware therapist.
Melanie works with clients from 16 years old and up.
Counselling & Clinical Psychologist
Antony Raj
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Antony is a dedicated Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience in the field. His passion lies in empowering clients to thrive and achieve their potential. He supports people in addressing a range of issues including anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, self-esteem/confidence, life transitions, grief, and relationship difficulties. Antony works primarily with older teenagers and adults, ages 16 and up, providing a safe and supportive environment for exploration and growth.
His therapeutic approach integrates various evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and hypnosis. Additionally, Antony is an accredited EMDR practitioner, utilising this effective technique to help clients process trauma and difficult memories.
Antony believes in the importance of regular therapy sessions, and often offers weekly sessions as this fosters momentum and progress.
Antony works with clients from 16 years old and up.
Clinical Psychologist
Natalie Marques
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Natalie enjoys working with all age groups ranging from 2 years and upward. She is passionate about tailoring interventions to improve the challenges associated with co-morbid and complex mental health conditions such as separation and general anxiety, panic, depression, PTSD, addiction, sleep disorders and grief and loss. In addition to this Natalie enjoys working collaboratively with families and couples to resolve relationship discord, addiction and behavioural challenges. Natalie is trained in the use of Child focused CBT and EMDR, and Child Centered Play Therapy. Child Centered Play therapy specifically focuses on the natural language of child’s play to assists the processing and understanding of difficult life experiences and adult concepts. Natalie also utilizes a broad range of therapies such as CBT, ACT, Systemic Family Therapy, EMDR and Narrative and Solution focused therapies when working with adults and families.
Natalie works with clients from 10 years old and up.
Registered Psychologist
Registered Psychologist/Clinical Development Manager
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John is a compassionate and skilled registered psychologist who works with clients aged ten and up, offering a warm, collaborative, and evidence-based approach to therapy. John offers Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), including exposure and behavioural strategies, as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), to support clients in managing a range of emotional and behavioural concerns.
With a strong interest in anxiety disorders—including generalised anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive-disorder (OCD) and specific phobias—John uses evidence-based, structured interventions to help clients reduce avoidance, build coping skills, and face fears with confidence. He also brings a deep understanding of ADHD, providing tailored support that targets attention, impulsivity, executive functioning, and emotional regulation.
In addition, John has experience working with trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), helping clients process painful experiences in a safe and grounded way. He integrates trauma-informed care with evidence-based strategies to foster healing, reduce distress, and build resilience.
Whether working with children, teens, or adults, John creates a safe and respectful therapeutic environment that encourages growth and long-term well-being. His approach combines practical skill-building with mindfulness and values-based action, empowering clients to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and resilience.
John works with clients from 10 years old and up.
John Van’t Sant
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Bradley is a Senior Psychologist with over 15 years of extensive experience in both the private and public sector. He works with children (aged 10+ years), adolescents and adults. Bradley specialises in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting, grief and loss and sports and performance psychology.
Bradley’s primary goal is to create a safe space whereby he can help improve your well-being and fulfilment in life. Bradley is a warm and enthusiastic psychologist with an emphasis on creating a respectful space for exploration of challenges and is passionate about helping others to develop skills, problem solve, foster self-compassion and psychological flexibility through life’s up and downs.
He is trained in several therapeutic approaches and has a keen interest in: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness Based Therapy, Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS).
Bradley has worked as a School Psychologist for over a decade in primary and secondary schools, education support centres including private practice. He consulted for the Complex Attention and Hyperactivity Disorders Service (CAHDS) WA. In the early part of his career, he also worked in research at the Telethon Kids Institute (formerly: Telethon Institute for Child Health Research) for the ‘Looking at Language’ study.
Bradley is a Bupa registered provider for the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and is currently accepting new ADF clients.
Bradley works with clients from 10 years old and up.
Registered Psychologist
Bradley Calamel
Rich Harries
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Rich has over 10+ years’ experience as psychologist and director of a local developmental program for children and families.
He has a passionate interest in the role of parents. He has a deep commitment to the mental health and well-being of men and women, for the benefit of families, communities, and our world.
Rich will be supporting individual adults experiencing a range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship issues, ill-health, grief and loss, trauma, meaning and purpose, spirituality, end of life issues and many of the life adjustments we all experience.
Rich utilises a range of evidence-based approaches, including:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Internal Family Systems Therapy
Rich is kind, and client-focused. He wants to see, hear, and understand the whole person. He serves clients to facilitate their journey and their growth, consistent with their values and goals. He hopes all persons experience self-acceptance.
Rich works with clients from 18 years old and up.
Registered Psychologist
Monica Munro
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Monica is passionate about supporting adults and adolescents in their wellbeing journey. She has experience supporting neurodivergent individuals and individuals with learning disabilities. Monica draws upon a range of approaches, including Acceptance Commitment Therapy and behaviour analysis, to tailor support to match client's needs and goals. Her areas of interest include anxiety, postnatal depression, grief, loss, trauma, and parenting difficulties. She strives to create an environment where people feel safe, heard, and supported.
Monica works with clients from 16 years old and up.
Registered Psychologist
Saturday
Appointments
Rebecca Nicholls
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Rebecca works with children, adolescents and adults using a trauma informed, person-centred, non-judgemental approach. She applies a variety of modalities such as cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) and narrative therapy. Her areas of interest include anxiety, depression, stress, sleep and anger management. Rebecca also provides a positive, warm and trusting environment in which to explore life's challenges such as domestic violence, abuse, cancer, grief and loss. Rebecca additionally has experience in facilitating groups, mindfulness, ADHD and building resilience in children.
Rebecca works with clients from 10 years old and up.
Registered Psychologist
Fa-eeza Kasmed
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Fa-eeza is a dedicated registered psychologist deeply invested in her clients' growth and well-being.
Fa-eeza has experience supporting individuals through addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, and trauma. Her approach centres on trust, safety, and mutual respect, creating a space where clients feel truly seen and secure. Sessions allow for deep self-expression while offering support and guidance in understanding thoughts, patterns, relationships, and life experiences. Fa-eeza blends insight with action, helping clients confront repressed emotions, unhelpful beliefs, and recurring cycles. Therapy with Fa-eeza is both reflective and practical, integrating talk therapy with skills-building and experiential exercises. Above all, Fa-eeza is committed to helping you step into the person you want to become.
Fa-eeza uses techniques from a range of evidence-based interventions, such as:
Psychodynamic Therapy
Existential Therapy
Meaning- Centred Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Fa-eeza works with clients from 16 years old and up.
Registered Psychologist
Administration Team
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With over 20 years of experience in the medical and allied health field, Paula brings a wealth of administrative expertise and knowledge to her role as Practice Manager. She oversees the daily operations of the clinic, ensuring seamless processes and protocols are in place to support both clients and practitioners. Paula’s commitment to excellence and her deep understanding of healthcare administration make her an invaluable leader in fostering a well-organised and client-focused environment.
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As Diary Manager, Rachel plays a pivotal role in coordinating our booking system, ensuring seamless scheduling for clients and practitioners alike. She oversees waitlists, manages cancellations, and keeps our busy practitioners’ diaries running smoothly. With her meticulous attention to detail and proactive approach, Rachel is an integral part of our team, helping to maintain the efficiency and organisation essential to our practice.
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Catharine’s calm and warm approach makes her an indispensable member of our Admin Team. With her kind, friendly, and professional demeanour, she ensures every client feels welcomed and at ease from the moment they step into our clinic. Her dedication to creating a positive and supportive experience reflects her commitment to our practice’s values and the care we provide.
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Tanei recently joined our team and has quickly become an integral part of our practice.
As a fourth-year psychology student, she brings both a bright smile and a compassionate understanding that instantly puts clients at ease. Her dedication to providing exceptional support ensures that every client feels valued and cared for.
Tanei's warm presence and commitment to excellence make her an invaluable member of our Admin Team, contributing to the welcoming and supportive environment we aim to provide.
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Narelle is a warm and efficient receptionist with extensive experience in managing medical practices and surgical clinics. With a strong background in administration and patient care coordination, she ensures that every client feels welcomed and supported. Narelle’s attention to detail and calm professionalism help keep daily operations running smoothly, making her an invaluable part of the team.