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Photo of Leah Smith - Opening Doors Psychology, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist
Opening Doors Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General

Opening Doors Psychology

Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
22A Bluff Road, Black Rock, VIC 3193
Waitlist for new clients
Let's Connect (03) 7500 5875
Photo of Leah Smith - Opening Doors Psychology, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist
Leah Smith, Director and Principal Psychologist of "Opening Doors Psychology" has a passion for working with adolescents (14+ years), young adults/adults, and also works with some couples. Leah is particularly interested in working with eating disorders and body image concerns, as well as, anxiety disorders, trauma, and interpersonal/relational difficulties. Leah strives to provide a safe space for clients to develop a deeper understanding of themselves, guide clients to and equip them with the necessary skills, to enable them to manage their symptoms and unique difficulties, and address ongoing problematic patterns.
Leah enjoys supporting clients to make long lasting cognitive, behavioural and emotional changes, improving their mental health, to reach their full potential, in order to live a more meaningful, purposeful life, and promote their overall wellbeing. Leah empowers clients to be more like the person they want to be, and live the life they want to be living.
Leah understands that reaching out for help is a daunting step to take. Leah aims to, and believes it is important to collaboratively work with clients, tailoring her approach to each individual, to empower them to achieve their goals, within a safe, supportive, warm, and empathic space. Leah prides herself on treating all with kindness, respect and humanity
Take the first step to help. Call or Opening Doors Psychology now - (03) 7500 5875

Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Within Total Balance Physio + shared phone-line

22A Bluff Road

Black Rock, VIC 3193

(03) 7500 5875
Offering in-person and telehealth sessions Monday through to Thursday. Current waitlist for new clients
I focus on Eating Disorders, Anxiety and Trauma and PTSD 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (03) 7500 5875
Photo of Leah Smith - Opening Doors Psychology, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist

Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Within Total Balance Physio + shared phone-line

22A Bluff Road

Black Rock, VIC 3193

(03) 7500 5875
Offering in-person and telehealth sessions Monday through to Thursday. Current waitlist for new clients
I focus on Eating Disorders, Anxiety and Trauma and PTSD 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Pay by Bank transfer, Cash, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • EAP Possible
  • Medicare Rebates
  • NDIS
  • Private Health Insurance
"
Payment is due on the day of your appointment. We process medicare rebates for you. Invoice can be supplied for Private Health claiming.
or call with questions - (03) 7500 5875
Photo of Leah Smith - Opening Doors Psychology, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist
Opening Doors Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
"
Payment is due on the day of your appointment. We process medicare rebates for you. Invoice can be supplied for Private Health claiming.
or call with questions - (03) 7500 5875
Photo of Leah Smith - Opening Doors Psychology, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist
Opening Doors Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General

Qualifications

    Psychologist: Leah Smith

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Leah Smith
  • Membership with Australian Association of Psychologists Member
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (03) 7500 5875
Photo of Leah Smith - Opening Doors Psychology, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist
Opening Doors Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (03) 7500 5875
Photo of Leah Smith - Opening Doors Psychology, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist
Opening Doors Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General

Expertise and Interests

Top Expertise

  • Eating Disorders
  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD

Practice Areas

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Autism
  • Bereavement
  • Body Image Concerns
  • Body Positivity
  • Career Guidance
  • Chronic Illness
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
Do these issues align with your needs? or (03) 7500 5875
Photo of Leah Smith - Opening Doors Psychology, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist
Opening Doors Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Do these issues align with your needs? or (03) 7500 5875
Photo of Leah Smith - Opening Doors Psychology, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist
Opening Doors Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General

3 Endorsements

Emma Rice
Emma Rice
PsychologistMPsychPsyBA General
Leah is a comprehensive and diligent psychology, who focuses her work on supporting clients to achieve their goals.
Michelle Murray Psychology
Michelle Murray Psychology
PsychologistMPsychPsyBA General
Leah seamlessly integrates her knowledge, warmth and compassion into her work with clients and provides an invaluable service to those seeking support.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centred
  • Psychodynamic
  • Schema Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
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I mostly draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Schema Therapy, however, also understand the needs of each unique client, and work collaboratively as well as flexibly with a number of evidence-based approaches, tailored to each clients goals.
or call with questions - (03) 7500 5875
Photo of Leah Smith - Opening Doors Psychology, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist
Opening Doors Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
"
I mostly draw from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Schema Therapy, however, also understand the needs of each unique client, and work collaboratively as well as flexibly with a number of evidence-based approaches, tailored to each clients goals.
or call with questions - (03) 7500 5875
Photo of Leah Smith - Opening Doors Psychology, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist
Opening Doors Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General

Location

Primary Location

Within Total Balance Physio + shared phone-line

22A Bluff Road

Black Rock, VIC 3193

(03) 7500 5875
"
Offering in-person and telehealth sessions Monday through to Thursday. Current waitlist for new clients
Take the first step to help. Call now - (03) 7500 5875
Photo of Leah Smith - Opening Doors Psychology, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist
Opening Doors Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
"
Offering in-person and telehealth sessions Monday through to Thursday. Current waitlist for new clients
Take the first step to help. Call now - (03) 7500 5875
Photo of Leah Smith - Opening Doors Psychology, MPsych, PsyBA General, Psychologist
Opening Doors Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General