Our team

Monica (Clinical Psychologist)

Monica is passionate about building meaningful relationships and consider it a privilege to play a role in supporting individuals with their mental health needs, equipping individuals with psychological tools, and fostering a sense of hope and self-acceptance.

For the past decade, she has worked as a psychologist in a range of clinical and community settings, including public hospitals, university clinics, educational settings, not-for-profit organisations, community-based mental health services and private practice. She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families.

Monica is a firm believer in the power of a strong therapeutic bond and prioritises mutual respect and collaboration. She understands it takes courage to work through painful emotions and difficult life experiences, and facilitates a safe and non-judgemental space.
Monica engages in culturally and spiritually sensitive practice.

Raelene (Clinical Psychologist)

Raelene has over 28 years of experience in helping adults with a wide range of psychological presentations. She has worked extensively with adults with trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, emotional dysregulation, adjustment and stress related conditions and personality disorders.

Raelene has worked in inpatient, outpatient, private practice, and workplace settings.

Raelene has:

Full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (PSY0001255235) with Clinical Psychology endorsement
Registration to provide clinical psychology services with Medicare
Membership with the Australian Psychological Society (APS) including membership of the Clinical Board of Psychologists with the APS.

Raelene is committed to assisting clients achieve their potential and pursuing a meaningful and fulfilling life. Raelene works with clients on a range of issues including:

Depression
Anxiety
Trauma
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Stress and Burnout
Adjustment and change
Addiction

Her clinical approach includes:

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
Schema Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Mindfulness-based interventions
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

Dr Simon Langston PhD (Clinical and Health Psychologist)

I am a Clinical and Health Psychologist with over 20 years experience working as a Psychologist across a range of mental health, hospital and other community health based environments. I have always maintained a strong recovery focus in my work, helping individuals restore hope, meaning and purpose back into their lives. Utilising my clinical and health Psychology training, I also adopt a more holistic approach, looking to address both mental health and physical health related issues, including adjustment to illness and disability.

Finally, having lived and worked in both urban and rural areas, in particular, I have come to understand and appreciate many of the unique benefits and challenges experienced by individuals living in rural and remote communities.

Qualifications

I have completed post-graduate training in both clinical and health Psychology, including completing a PhD. I am also a published author and a board approved supervisor.

Aleksandra (Registered Psychologist)

As a Registered Psychologist with 16 years of experience working in the psychology field, I have a strong commitment and passion to supporting people reach their goals, and helping people feel empowered in their journey towards well-being. Throughout this time, I have worked in the government and private settings. I have extensive experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. With warmth, empathy and compassion, I seek to offer clients experiences of feeling genuinely heard, accepted and understood, and to provide support through learning new skills and developing deeper understanding of oneself. Through this we work towards the goals most important to you, enhancing mental well-being and developing greater life satisfaction.

I am passionate about helping my clients realise their true potential. I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth and change, and I work collaboratively with my clients to help them identify and overcome the obstacles that are holding them back.

How I help will depend on a few factors such as the issue being addressed, how far we are in therapy and the therapeutic relationship. This means that sometimes I can be directive and encourage you to do things, and other times it means simply listening to and guiding you. My aim is to help you navigate through life using a variety of strategies and facilitate individual change in a safe environment. No matter what, I will always be genuine and compassionate.

My approach is warm, empathetic, and non- judgmental, and I strive to create a safe and supportive space where my clients can feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and feelings.

Kaming (Clinical Psychologist)

Kaming is a registered Clinical Psychologist, with Masters Degrees in Clinical Psychology in Australia. He is registered with Australia Board of Psychology, is a member of the Australian Psychological Society and is a Board approved supervisor for Psychologists. Kaming has extensive experience working in both private and public psychology settings. Kaming is open-minded and enjoys working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds and LGBTIQA+ community.

Expertise - Abuse; Alcohol and other drugs addictions (AOD); Anger Management; Anxiety; Bullying; Cancer support; Depression; Life Transition and Adjustment Issues; Pain Management; Panic Attacks; Professional Supervision; Trauma.

Languages Cantonese Chinese; English.

Modalities - Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT); Schema Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR); Mindfulness; Psychoeducation; Psychotherapy.

Tracey (Clinical Psychologist)

Tracey has many years of experience in private practice and has published articles in the areas of trauma and psychological treatment. She is skilled with telehealth and telephone counselling.

She is a highly experienced and compassionate counsellor, assisting people with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, grief and mental health. She specialises in trauma, including post-traumatic stress disorder and sexual assault trauma, and has worked with victims of crime and veterans. She has experience working with young people from age 16 and adults of all ages.

Tracey’s approach is collaborative, where she and the client are a team working together to find workable solutions. She draws on a eclectic range of therapy methods including cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindfulness, solution focused, experiential therapy and exposure therapy, being mindful that each client is a unique person and needs a personally tailored approach. Tracey works to achieve positive outcomes that can last beyond the ten sessions allowed in the GP Mental Health Care Plans.

Lisa (Clinical Psychologist)

Lisa is a warm and compassionate clinical psychologist who values working collaboratively with clients to empower and support them in building the skills they need to cope with life’s adversities and create meaningful change. Lisa is passionate about veteran mental health and supporting current and former serving members of the Australian Defence Force.

Lisa provides telehealth services and has experience in various settings, including inpatient and outpatient hospital services, residential aged-care facilities, and community outreach services. Lisa’s approach to therapy incorporates evidence-based treatment approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, and Schema Therapy, tailored to clients' needs and goals.

Qasim Latifi (Registered Psychologist)

Qasim is a seasoned General Registered Psychologist who focuses on enhancing well-being for adults through comprehensive assessments and evidence-based therapeutic interventions. He also serves as a Teaching Associate at Monash and La Trobe Universities, sharing his expertise in statistics with students. Currently, he is in the final semester of his PhD at RMIT University.

As a highly skilled and experienced AHPRA-registered Psychologist, Qasim has dedicated his career to providing exceptional psychological and counselling services nationwide. Fluent in English, Dari, Pashto, and Urdu/Hindi, he can effectively serve a diverse clientele. His proficiency in addressing personal, social, and psychological challenges has enabled numerous individuals to lead happier and healthier lives. Qasim’s steadfast commitment to delivering high-quality care distinguishes him as an outstanding mental health professional.

Areas of Expertise:
– Anxiety and Depression
– Stress Management and Relaxation Techniques
– Grief and Loss Counselling
– Anger Management and Assertiveness Training
– Body Image and Self-Esteem Improvement
– Forensic Risk Assessments and Rehabilitation
– Emotional and Behavioural Issues
– Cognitive Assessments for Autism and ADHD
– Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
– Transport Accident Commission (TAC) Support
– National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

Justin (Clinical Psychologist)

After a decade working with youth addiction, alcohol & drug rehab and mental health case management, Justin committed to learning better ways to help people in crisis. He completed his Masters in Clinical Psychology at Deakin University in Victoria in 2013 and his clinical endorsement in 2017 whilst working in the Townsville Hospital & Health Service where his support of patients led him to positions within cardiology, renal and slow stream rehabilitation wards as well as the chronic disease community health setting.

His love of wide open spaces and the uniqueness of rural and remote communities saw Justin spend 2 years working in Alice Springs exclusively with local indigenous groups and 3 years in several inland Queensland communities covering NDIS, chronic disease, persistent pain and rural and remote health clients.

Whilst specialising in persistent pain, trauma, rural and remote and men’s health, Justin has experience across most psychological issues including depression, anxiety, and childhood attachment. His approach is client-centred, trauma-informed, and non-judgmental with a belief that building a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship must come first and foremost. Justin is a firm believer in evidenced-based holistic and nature-based additions to standardised treatments.

Sam (Registered Psychologist)

Sam is a compassionate Psychologist with general psychological registration with AHPRA, who houses an array of life and professional experience in counselling and psychology. Sam is an empath in nature and aims to help understand, support, and empower others. Sam aims to help people overcome various obstacles in life and build resilience and strength within themselves. Sam enjoys working with adolescent and young adult females in particular, within the following areas:

- Interpersonal relationships

- Trauma and post traumatic presentations

- Borderline personality disorder

- Anxiety and depression

- Vocational counselling (study and work)

- Self- esteem issues, and bullying

- Perfectionist anxiety

- Phobias and panic disorder

- Self-image, body image, and eating disorders

Sam has experience in a variety of evidence based therapeutic treatment modalities, dependent upon the client’s presentation and individual needs, although enjoys working with DBT, CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing in particular.

Sorubi (Registered Psychologist)

Sorubi is a Psychologist with General Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Her approach is person-centred and gentle, and she takes time to help her clients make sense of their situations and process their emotions. Sorubi has experience in isolated, rural and remote communities and within metropolitan cities. Sorubi works across the lifespan, with children and adults of all ages.

Modalities include: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Positive Psychology, Psychodynamic Therapy, Schema Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

Sorubi has broad experience with presenting issues including: depression, wellbeing coaching, motivational interviewing, loneliness, sleep/insomnia, self-development, grief & bereavement, PTSD, career, financial stress, burnout, self-esteem, anxiety, stress management, low mood, work stress, conﬁdence, panic attacks, and attention deﬁcit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).