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At Keystone Psychology we believe that every child deserves to live a healthy and happy life. We are forensic psychologists and our expertise is in the assessment and treatment of children and young people who engage in a range of sensitive and complex behaviours including high risk behaviours that may, if left unaddressed, have negative impacts on their future. This includes behaviours that are disrespectful, inappropriate, problematic and or harmful; as well as physical/sexual violence. Our clients may have also experienced abuse and are seeking a personalised approach for therapy. We help our clients get back on track.

You promised you would not watch online porn or live sex cams again. You feel guilt and shame because you want to stop but cant. You visited a sex worker during lockdown and now you are worried you might have put the health of your family at risk. You plan to spend a short time on dating apps and find yourself spending hours on them, unable to put them down, feeling desperate and hopeless. You have an instant attraction when you meet a particular type of person, believing they are the one. You are in recovery for alcohol / drug addiction, but your compulsive sexual acting out behaviours have increased and you feel guilt and shame.

I am a Clinical and Counselling psychologist with over 30 years experience working extensively with Individuals, Couples and Adolescents. My areas of expertise include: Relationships and Interpersonal Issues; Anxiety/Depression management; Conflict resolution and Mediation; Self-esteem and Assertiveness Training; Stress Management; Bullying - School and Workplace; Gender/ Sexuality Concerns; Trauma/PTSD; Adjusting to Transitions and Life Change; Grief and Loss ; Anger Management; and Parenting Skills.

Dr Daniel Leung is a warm and empathic Clinical Psychologist and PsyBA-Approved Supervisor who has worked in hospital, university, and community mental health settings. He has experience providing short- and long-term therapy for individuals as well as facilitated group-based therapy programs in both inpatient and outpatient settings designed to reduce the impact of anxiety and depression. He primarily works with mid-to-late adolescents and adults who are struggling with mental health issues such as anxiety disorders (e.g., social anxiety, GAD, panic disorder, OCD), depression, complex trauma and PTSD, and substance use issues.

Judy at Connect2Change aims to create a calm welcoming space for you to pause, reflect and work to better manage what’s painful in life, as well as strengthen what is working well. What kind of person do you want to be? What’s the stuff that’s getting in the way? How do you want to treat yourself? Your body? Other people? Judy sees adolescents, young adults, adults, and families.

I have experience as a psychologist and clinician in a variety of settings in both public and private mental health sectors and the drug & alcohol field. I work with people to meet a range of challenges including substance dependence or addiction, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, grief&loss and childhood trauma.I have worked in and around recovery for many years and understand the hopeless and helplessness of addiction, but also, what is can be like to finally break free from these compulsive patterns.

Noah Mankowitz is a Clinical Psychologist who works both at Alfred Health as well as privately. Noah specialises in mental conditions from age 8 and above, with particular interests in Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, OCD, Trauma, Self-Harm, Personality Disorders, Psychosis as well as Life Transition and Body Image. Noah Mankowitz earned his qualifications from Harvard University; Yale University as well as Deakin University in Melbourne, Australia. In addition, Noah Mankowitz has published articles with the American Psychological Association and strives to continue contributing to the Medical and Psychology field.

Annamariya is a Registered Psychologist, who works with adolescents and adults with a broad range of presenting issues. Annamariya is client-centred in her approach and values building a strong therapeutic alliance with her client, to assist in the exploration of underlying beliefs or issues that may not be in conscious awareness. Through identification and bringing deeper issues into awareness, Annamariya will support you in understanding yourself better, relationships you have around you, as well as your world view. Annamariya will then work with you collaboratively to guide you in making meaningful change in areas needed.

You might be experiencing stress, anxiousness, low mood, irritability, or feelings of low motivation or apathy and would like to find ways to improve your mental health. Perhaps, your child or teenager is experiencing these kinds of unhelpful patterns of thinking or behaviour. To live with more peace and more purpose, seeking professional psychological help can be the first step. Specific goals that you and the psychologist set for sessions help to establish a pathway for change and this can help you, your child or adolescent notice personal growth.

Hi, my name is Bridgitte and I am a Clinical Psychologist. Throughout my career, I have worked with both adolescents and adults in a range of settings, including, public mental health, private practice and in schools. When approaching therapy I have a collaborative and strengths based approach, with a strong emphasis on helping clients build confidence and develop practical strategies to manage what ever challenges they are facing. I am conversational and realistic in my approach to therapy and look forward to learning about the individual person to ensure support can be tailored to the person.

Offering Telehealth Australia-Wide.Margarita provides a safe, confidential, non-judgmental psychological service. She adopts a tailored therapeutic approach focused on understanding each client’s unique treatment needs and goals. Margarita assists people to explore and overcome difficulties, while empowering them to develop deeper insights to make life-transforming changes. She believes in creating an inclusive space where people feel heard, supported, and empowered.

We are much more than your regular psychology clinic. We are a boutique clinic with a team of clinical psychologists and Mental Health Social Workers. We strive to create a calming therapeutic environment, that begins as soon as you walk in the door. ​ We provide evidence-based sensory stimulus such as lush greenery, soft furnishings, calm music and warm herbal tea to aid calm but also to promote self compassion. ​. A trauma sensitive, welcoming space, that treats every client with acceptance, respect and compassion. A physical and emotional space to feel genuinely heard, understood & supported.

Are you keen to learn and grow but feeling constantly stressed, anxious and worried. Do you feel your anxiety is holding you back in life?

Seeing a counsellor is a great way to take care of yourself. You might be struggling with a particular mental health issue, or perhaps you want some support in daily life. Life throws us curveballs all the time - finding new ways to work on it is a focus of my work. No-one thinks twice about a personal trainer to improve our physical fitness. Sometimes we need a mental health coach to help us learn if there is something holding us back from living our best life. If you’re not sure what’s keeping you from making a change, counselling can help you discover the answer.

Louise is an experienced psychologist, providing trauma-informed counselling and assessment services to people experiencing a wide range of mental health issues. She is committed to working with clients to move beyond symptom management to address the issues that are underlying their presenting concerns. Louise provides a safe and respectful space in which people can explore the challenges they are facing at a pace that is led by them and tailored to their specific needs.

Jordana is a registered psychologist with a Master of Applied Psychology (Clinical) with training in both cognitive behavioural therapies and psychodynamic psychotherapy. Jordana draws on a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches to tailor the therapy to the unique needs, aspirations and goals of each client. Jordana helps individuals address their difficulties through the development of a deeper understanding of themselves, their past and present experiences, and their unconscious motivations. She recognises each client’s individuality and helps them create meaningful lives.

I work with adults who are looking for support to improve their mental health and sense of wellbeing. I support people who are 'feeling stuck' in dealing with relationship challenges, anxiety and worry, low mood and stress and burnout, amongst other things. We will work to understand unhelpful patterns and make positive change.