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Dr Ilvana Dzafic
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General

Dr Ilvana Dzafic

Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General

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Available both in-person and online
3 The Esplanade Forest Lake, QLD 4078
Dr Ilvana is a registered psychologist with a PhD in Neuroscience, she brings an understanding of the brain, biology, and chemistry to her practice. She works with children 8+, adolescents and adults seeking therapy, capacity building and/or assessment. Dr Ilvana works with private, medicare, NDIS, WorkCover and TAC clients. She has expertise in various assessments for diagnostic purposes, such as ADHD, Autism and Trauma, to name a few.
Dr Ilvana utilises evidence based therapies and tailors interventions to each client's goals. She has expertise with trauma, psychosis, personality disorders, mood and anxiety, OCD, Autism, ADHD, grief, postpartum concerns and relationship difficulties.
Sessions are available in person at a clinic nestled beside a tranquil lake, where clients are welcomed into a calm and non-judgmental space to feel heard, supported, and understood. Telehealth and phone sessions also remain available for convenience and accessibility. For bookings contact Lakeside Allied Health - call: 07 3172 9088.

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lakeside Allied Health

3 The Esplanade

Forest Lake, QLD 4078 map

Sessions available in-person or Telehealth/phone. To book please contact Lakeside Allied Health: (07) 3172 9088.
I focus on Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Psychosis 
$245 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Connect with Dr Ilvana Dzafic
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Lakeside Allied Health

3 The Esplanade

Forest Lake, QLD 4078 map

Sessions available in-person or Telehealth/phone. To book please contact Lakeside Allied Health: (07) 3172 9088.
I focus on Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Psychosis 
$245 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $245
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Bupa
  • CUA Health
  • Defence Health
  • Medibank Private
  • Medicare Rebates
  • NDIS
  • TAC
  • Workers compensation
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For sessions at Lakeside Allied Health the fee is $220 (concession) - $245. A standard rebate of $101.55 is received with a Medicare Mental Health Plan.
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Dr Ilvana Dzafic
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
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For sessions at Lakeside Allied Health the fee is $220 (concession) - $245. A standard rebate of $101.55 is received with a Medicare Mental Health Plan.
Photo of Dr Ilvana Dzafic, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Dr Ilvana Dzafic
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Ilvana Dzafic
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Clinical Neuroscience 2017
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Dr Ilvana Dzafic
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
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Dr Ilvana Dzafic
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Psychosis

Practice Areas

  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Career Guidance
  • Depression
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Neurodivergence
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Panic disorder
  • Personality Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Thinking Disorders
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I have a number of years experience with Anxiety, PTSD and Psychosis, both clinically and as a neuroscientist trying to determine the brain dynamics that lead to these conditions and how we can improve and personalise treatment. I was interviewed about this on The Neurodivergent Woman podcast: Psychosis and schizophrenia with Dr Ilvana Dzafic.
Photo of Dr Ilvana Dzafic, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Dr Ilvana Dzafic
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
"
I have a number of years experience with Anxiety, PTSD and Psychosis, both clinically and as a neuroscientist trying to determine the brain dynamics that lead to these conditions and how we can improve and personalise treatment. I was interviewed about this on The Neurodivergent Woman podcast: Psychosis and schizophrenia with Dr Ilvana Dzafic.
Photo of Dr Ilvana Dzafic, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Dr Ilvana Dzafic
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General


Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Bosnian

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Bosnian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Neurofeedback
  • Person-Centred
  • Schema Therapy
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Treatment plans will always be individualised and based on the client's goals. In the first session we'll explore what brought you to therapy, what you have tried before, what has worked and what hasn't worked. We will use the approach best suited to you.
Photo of Dr Ilvana Dzafic, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Dr Ilvana Dzafic
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
"
Treatment plans will always be individualised and based on the client's goals. In the first session we'll explore what brought you to therapy, what you have tried before, what has worked and what hasn't worked. We will use the approach best suited to you.
Photo of Dr Ilvana Dzafic, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Dr Ilvana Dzafic
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General

Location

Primary Location

Lakeside Allied Health

3 The Esplanade

Forest Lake, QLD 4078

Nearby Areas

Cities/Towns

Regions

Postcodes

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Sessions available in-person or Telehealth/phone. To book please contact Lakeside Allied Health: (07) 3172 9088.
Photo of Dr Ilvana Dzafic, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Dr Ilvana Dzafic
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
"
Sessions available in-person or Telehealth/phone. To book please contact Lakeside Allied Health: (07) 3172 9088.
Photo of Dr Ilvana Dzafic, Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Dr Ilvana Dzafic
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General