Services

Our experienced clinical psychologists treat people over the age of 16 with the following anxiety conditions: 

• Obsessive-compulsive disorder
• Specific phobias (e.g., Blood/injury/injection; Vomiting; Flying; Animals; Claustrophobia; Heights)
• Panic disorder
• Generalised anxiety disorder
• Social anxiety disorder
• Health anxiety

You can book in for an initial assessment of your anxiety and how it impacts your life, resulting in a treatment plan that is tailored to suit your needs and goals.

Our Team

Sarah is a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience and is passionate about supporting clients to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives. Her clinical experience spans both public and private health settings, supporting clients with a broad range of psychological concerns. Sarah has a special interest in the treatment of anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

Sarah’s therapeutic approach is warm and collaborative, using evidence-based treatments sensitive to individuals’ needs. Known for her authenticity and compassion, she places great importance on the therapeutic relationship as a foundation for effective therapy. 

Sarah uses exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, the leading treatment for OCD and anxiety disorders, alongside other evidence-based therapies such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), schema therapy, self-compassion, neuropsychotherapy and virtual reality exposure therapy. Her integrative style allows her to work with both the immediate symptoms and the deeper patterns that keep clients stuck, helping them move towards long-term wellbeing. 

Sarah is a registered clinical psychologist and supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia and a member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA).

Kirsty is a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience and a deep passion for supporting individuals affected by obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anxiety disorders, including social anxiety, generalised anxiety, agoraphobia, health anxiety, specific phobias, and panic disorder.

She adopts a personalised and collaborative approach, tailoring therapy to each client’s unique experiences, goals, and challenges. Kirsty provides cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), with a strong focus on exposure and response prevention (ERP) - the gold-standard treatment for OCD and anxiety. When appropriate, she thoughtfully integrates other evidence-based approaches, including acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), virtual reality therapy, and schema therapy.

Her integrative style not only addresses immediate symptoms but also works to uncover deeper underlying patterns, supporting meaningful and lasting change.

Known for her warmth, authenticity, and compassion, Kirsty places strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship as a foundation for healing and personal growth. She is deeply committed to ongoing professional development and stays up to date with the latest research and clinical advances in the treatment of OCD and anxiety-related conditions.

Kirsty has worked across hospital, public, and private mental health settings, gaining broad clinical experience in diverse care environments. She has held positions in internationally recognised clinical programs, where she delivered specialised interventions for individuals with complex and high-acuity mental health concerns.

Kirsty welcomes new clients and is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and effective therapeutic space where individuals can work through challenges, build confidence, and achieve meaningful progress.

Please note that Thursday appointments with Kirsty are only available via telehealth or telephone, not in-person.

Melissa is a Registered Psychologist and draws on over 20 years of experience working in the mental health, education, counselling, and human resource management fields.  She has wide experience working with adolescents and adults providing treatment for obsessive-compulsive disorder and anxiety disorders. In particular, Melissa has experience working with clients presenting with generalised anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, social anxiety, health anxiety and specific phobias.  

Melissa offers tailored support to meet each client’s unique needs. She is deeply committed to client-centred care and believes in the power of a collaborative, trusting therapeutic relationship. Her approach is grounded in empathy, warmth, and genuine compassion, creating a safe, nonjudgemental space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported. Melissa’s goal is to help individuals achieve personal growth and reach their therapeutic goals at their own pace.

Melissa is an Associate Member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA). Melissa is also a lecturer at Adelaide University for the psychology honours program. 

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Hi! My name is Ronnie and I am the newest member to the team. I am a four year old golden retriever trained and certified as a therapy dog by See Differently with the Royal Society for the Blind.  I'm very calm and love meeting new people. If you are comfortable with dogs, I will be with you at your appointment with Melissa.  I like sitting at your feet, pats and relaxing on my bed.