Dr Bianca Denny
Clinical Psychologist
Board-Approved Supervisor

​Bianca works with individuals (aged 18 years and over) experiencing concerns related to low mood, anxiety, trauma-related distress, relationship problems, stressful life transitions, and grief and loss. She has a particular interest in working with individuals experiencing psychological distress related to acute and chronic medical illness.

​Bianca is a AHPRA-registered psychologist with endorsement in the area of clinical psychology. She also provides supervision to provisional psychologists, clinical registrars, and general psychologists.

drbiancadenny.com.au
[email protected]
0411 221 847

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Joanne Burch
Psychologist

Jo Burch is a AHPRA-registered psychologist who is dynamic, engaging and solution focused. Jo has extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adults in a variety of contexts including public and private health services, educational institutions and private practice.

Jo has a particular interest and is skilled in treating eating disorders. She possesses the tools to support clients in managing weight related concerns, motivational and behavioural problems, disordered eating, such as: anorexia nervosa, bulimia, binge-eating, over-eating/ restrictive eating/ body image, body dissatisfaction, self-esteem and self-acceptance, as well as symptoms of anxiety or depression associated with weight problems. 
 
Jo is trained in the Family Based Therapy for Adolescent Anorexia Nervosa (FBT-AN) and Enhanced Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E).  
 
Jo holds general registration with the Psychology Board of Australia. She is a member of The Australian Psychological Society, Healthy At Every Size (HAES) Practitioner and holds an ANZAED Eating Disorder Credential.

[email protected]
0478 320 528
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​Laura Baldwin
Clinical Psychologist

​Laura is trained in a range of evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioural therapy, family based therapy (FBT), dialectical behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and EMDR. 

She has practiced in a range of settings including child and adolescent community services (CAMHS), child and adult inpatient psychiatric settings, and more recently, a private clinic specialising in the treatment of eating disorders. 

Laura offers warm and supportive environment that is non-judgmental and empathic. As part of her work with young people, she also recognises the importance of family involvement to the healing and recovery process. 

laurabaldwinpsychology.com.au
[email protected]
0410 228 733

Charlotte Bull
Clinical Psychologist & Certified Schema Therapist

​Charlotte is a warm, compassionate therapist who works with adults with ongoing challenges with their mood and how they relate to others. She helps people navigate changes or disruptions in their lives, and has a particular interest in understanding and working through challenging family dynamics.

Charlotte has experience working with a variety of mental health conditions, including personality disorders, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, low self-worth, interpersonal challenges, and eating disorders.

Charlotte uses a client-centred approach to therapy, working to develop strong and safe therapeutic relationships with her clients.

www.charlottebull.com.au
Email: [email protected]

Leanne McGain
Mental Health Social Worker

Leanne works with individuals (children, adolescents and adults) in the delivery of evidence-based and trauma-informed care. Leanne offers individual counselling and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR); the most highly recommended treatment by the World Health Organisation for the treatment of trauma (adults and children). Leanne is also a family therapist and has a special interest in working with carers of a loved one with a mental illness as well as Rainbow Families.
 
With over 20 years experience in the field of mental health, Leanne has over 20 years' experience in mental health, and ans extensive knowledge of provision of counselling to address and treat: depression and anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, psychotic illness, eating disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder.

Sessions are available under mental health care plan (MHCPs), via some insurance providers, and (self-managed) NDIS.

Leanne seeks to provide a therapeutic space where you can feel welcome and are engaged via an inclusive and non judgemental approach.
 
www.melbournemindtherapy.com.au
[email protected]
0420 657 770

Alix Quirke
Psychologist

Alix works with school-aged children, adolescents, adults, and older adults experiencing a range of mental health concerns. 

Alix has particular interest in anxiety (social anxiety, generalised anxiety, panic disorder, agoraphobia, OCD), depression (including geriatric), perfectionism, stress and burnout, bullying, life adjustments, school-based difficulties, relationship difficulties (including sexuality), and family issues. I offer an inclusive and accepting practice for LGBTIQA+, neuro- and cultural-diverse people and those that care for them.

Alix’s therapeutic style is warm and collaborative, focused on providing tailored therapeutic approaches for each individual. Alix practises in modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT); CBT-ERP, Internal Family Systems therapy, Systemic Family Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy and incorporate values-based, mindfulness and play practices.

www.betterforest.com.au
[email protected]



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Vanessa Kugathasan
Clinical Psychologist

Vanessa has over a decade of experience working across both public and private sectors. She provides therapy for adults presenting with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and grief and loss.Vanessa has a particular interest in supporting individuals during the perinatal period and early stages of parenting as well assisting those who have experience of trauma. 
Her therapeutic work is grounded in a relational approach, with a strong focus on attachment and the influence of early relationships on current difficulties. She draws on a range of evidence-based therapies tailored to each individual, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Vanessa' s approach is warm, collaborative, and non-judgemental. She understands the challenges of early parenthood and welcomes babies in session. 

www.psychologyinthecity.com.au
[email protected]
0494 096 501

Naomi Overton
​Clinical Psychologist

Naomi provides affirming therapy to adults in the neurodivergent and LGBTIQA+ communities, particularly late diagnosed ADHD/Autistic.  

A warm and accepting space is offered to explore identity, let go of unhelpful narratives, embrace a kinder relationship with self, and clarification of values and goals.  

Addressing challenges relating to mood, anxiety, trauma, health, sleep, sensory issues,  executive dysfunction and relating (such as rejection sensitivity) can be important steps towards these goals. 

Therapy modalities offered include Eye Movement Desensitisation and Re-processing (EMDR), Schema Therapy and mindfulness- based such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness- based Pain/Stress Reduction.     
Naomi is a AHPRA-registered psychologist with clinical psychology endorsement, and a member of the following professional bodies: 
- Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPI) 
- League of Autistic Psychologists and Affirming Colleagues (LOAPAC)

Available Thursdays online, or in-person during school hours.  
[email protected] 



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