MEET OUR TEAM
REBECCA PEARCE
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Rebecca is the clinic director, psychologist and hypnotherapist. She is passionate about providing a thriving workplace so she, and her team, can provide the best of care. Rebecca has been a registered psychologist since 2003 and has assisted hundreds of clients toward peace and wellbeing. Rebecca prides herself on bringing optimism, humour and compassion to her work. She has an unwavering, non-judgemental attitude toward people, an absolute belief in their ability to heal, and a deep love for the work she does. Rebecca particularly enjoys analysing, seeking to understand the root cause of psychological distress, and aims to facilitate change that is fundamental and lasting for her clients. Rebecca is a registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) & Member of the Australian Society Hypnosis (MASH). Rebecca has experience working with people from many backgrounds, cultures and belief systems.
Areas Of Interest: Anxiety and Panic disorders Eating Disorders Body Image Concerns Weight Management Depression Grief & Adjustment Disorders Self-confidence and Self Esteem Problem Alcohol Use Behaviour change (exercise, diet, smoking) Relationship Problems |
LISA ROSA
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Lisa is the back-bone of our clinic. She will greet you when you arrive, offer assistance when required and will be your main point of contact for all administrative queries and assistance. Lisa is warm, sincere, discreet and kind and will help you to feel comfortable in our clinic. Please feel free to talk to Lisa and provide any feedback that can help us do things better. Lisa is always happy to help where she can. |
JULIE MOUNTER
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Julie brings a wealth of knowledge, passion and competence to her role as a psychologist. Julie has a warm, friendly, non-judgemental approach and works collaboratively with her clients. Julie creates a safe and respectful environment in which to explore personal challenges and help clients achieve their potential to lead happy and engaged lives. Along with her other interests, Julie has undertaken research into post-natal depression and anxiety in fathers, and is passionate about spreading the message that Dads matter too! Julie also has an extensive background in physical health, working as an osteopath for 15 years prior to her transition to psychology. Julie is a senior lecturer at Laureate Universities (Fitzroy campus) where she teaches Clinical Myotherapy and Counselling and Communications Skills to Bachelor of Health Science students. Julie is a registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Areas Of Interest: Postnatal Depression and Anxiety – men and women Relationship problems Interpersonal/family difficulties Anxiety & Panic Workplace Issues Depression Trauma Chronic pain Gender and sexuality difficulties Mindfulness and wellbeing |
PRIYA REGINALD JUNGIC
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Priya is a psychologist with over 14 years of clinical experience. She brings warmth, knowledge, intelligence, thoughtfulness and compassion into her therapeutic practice. Priya is focused on assisting clients to achieve positive health and behavioural outcomes and resolve their psychological concerns. Priya works with young people and adults and has the ability to connect with individuals from all walks of life. Her treatment is specifically tailored to individual needs and she draws on her vast training, qualifications and experience to gain excellent results for her clients. Priya is a registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency (AHPRA) and Australian Hypnosis Society (AHS).
Areas Of Special Interest Trauma & Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Grief, Transition & Life Adjustments Anxiety, Panic Attacks and Panic Disorder Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Depression Unresolved Childhood Issues Work related issues and workplace bullying |
DEBORAH BODSWORTH
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Deborah has been an experienced Mental Health Social Worker, Counsellor and Family Therapist for over 25 years. She has worked with children, parents, couples, families, adolescents and adults in services for Child Protection, Family Violence, Alcohol, Substance Use and Addiction, Schools and Department of Education settings. Deborah is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and her clients are eligible for a Medicare rebate with a Mental Health Care Plan.
Deborah is non-judgemental and compassionate and believes that “everyone does their best, with what they know at the time”. She starts where the person is at, without judgement and with the belief that information, education, new strategies and alternative ways of looking at things can help people find better ways to do life and obtain freedom from the past. Deborah is a parent to children in their early adulthood, is a passionate animal lover and enjoys creativity of any kind- music, writing, film, developing and running programs. Deborah is a registered Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Areas Of Special Interest Individual therapy- children, adolescent, adults, elderly Parenting & Family Support Whole Family Support & Therapy Family Conflict Relationship & Couple Therapy Confidence Life dissatisfaction Behaviour Management Grief, Transition & Life Adjustments Anxiety & Depression Alcohol & Substance Use Issues Addiction Stress Management |
PRAJAKTA DESHPANDE
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Prajakta is a Provisionally Registered Psychologist. She has completed Masters in Clinical Psychology and Bachelors in Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery in India. She is fluent in English, Hindi, Marathi. She is a warm and non-judgmental therapist, with experience working in private practice, hospital, school and university settings. Prajakta feels privileged to work as a psychologist and is committed to providing a compassionate, non-judgmental, respectful and safe environment for clients. Prajakta is passionate about understanding her clients’ unique stories, and strives to work collaboratively towards healing and growth. She uses a variety of evidence based therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Cognitive Behavior Therapy (RECBT),Motivational interviewing (MI), Solution- focused approach, EMDR and Mindfulness techniques.
Prajakta is a registered psychologist in India and awaits her full registration in Australia. Until then she can practice as a provisional psychologist but cannot access medicare rebates for her clients. As such, her fees for individual therapy reflect this and are much lower than other psychologists. Areas Of Special Interest Adolescent Therapy Parenting & Family Issues Relationship & Couple Therapy Trauma & Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Grief, Transition & Life Adjustments Anxiety, Panic Attacks and Panic Disorder Sleep disorders Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Depression & Mood Disorder Unresolved Childhood Issues Schizophrenia & Psychotic Disorders Gender development & Identity Issues |
STEVE CAREY
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Steve is our clinical hypnotherapist and has been practising since 2009 and brings a warm, compassionate and optimistic approach to his work. He believes passionately that we all have areas of our lives in which we know how to succeed, and that as a result we have abilities that can, with a little help, be applied to areas in which we are challenged. Steve loves working with clients and helping them find the gaps in knowledge and skill that will enable them to get back on track quickly and effectively. He particularly enjoys using hypnosis to reach the creative parts of our minds. Steve’s background involves many years teaching Hypnotherapy for one of Australia’s biggest training academies for Clinical Hypnotherapists. Steve is a qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist, has over nine years of clinical experience, is a member and supervisor of the Australian Hypnotherapist's Association (AHA) and has been a lecturer of hypnotherapy.
Areas Of Interest Anxiety and Panic disorders Smoking cessation Weight Management Behaviour change Insomnia Self-confidence and Self Esteem Motivation, procrastination, finding direction Performance issues – sport, exams, public speaking Depression Problem Alcohol & Substance Use |
ALISON STEWART
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Alison is our resident dietitian and has over 20 years experience helping people to develop a healthy attitude and relationship with food and to maintain good intestinal, physiological and nutritional health. Alison has a special interest in gut health, gastro-intestinal issues, small intestine bacteria overgrowth, healing IBS, eating disorders and helping people to stop the cycle of yo-yo dieting, restriction and unhealthy obsessions with food. In addition, Alison can help with the management of diabetes, poly-cystic ovarian syndrome, heart disease prevention and recovery and other diet related health conditions.
Areas of Interest Eating Disorders Disordered behaviours around food IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) Diabetes Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Heart Disease prevention & recovery SIBO (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth) Health At Every Size (HAES) Non-Diet Approach |