Your Team

Taylor has spend her time as a speech pathologist working in the educational setting with school-aged children with speech and language difficulties, as well as children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, and Intellectual Disability. She has completed research in the use of transcription with speech sound disorders. Taylor has a special interest in speech sound disorders, language delays, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. She strives to provide evidence-based and child-centred care, as well as providing a fun and compassionate environment.

Yvonne has completed her Master of Psychology (Counselling Psychology) and is a registered Psychologist. Yvonne has experience in working with adults, children and adolescents across a range of mental health difficulties, with a particular interest in trauma and life transitions. Her therapeutic approach has a focus on relational and mindfulness-based practices, such as Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), integrated with CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused, and Systemic Family. Yvonne’s values include Curiosity, Connection, Learning, Compassion, and Respect.

Kate is a senior Speech Pathologist with over 15 years’ experience. She works with children, adolescents and young adults with speech and language delays as well as most speech and language difficulties. She has extensive experience in Autism Spectrum Disorders and ADHD. Kate has a special interest in reading and spelling difficulties and also runs literacy programs.

Rosa has worked in a variety of settings including the Victoria University Psychology Clinic, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services and Adult Mental Health Services. Rosa has a strong interest in psychometric and psychological assessments for children, adolescents and adults, particularly cognitive and autism assessments.

Linda is a psychologist and has been registered for over 15 years. She has worked extensively in case management for at risk youth, and now has a special interest in group work and Autism Spectrum Disorders. Linda has experience completing Autism assessments and enjoys facilitating social skills groups. Linda is the mother of five children and currently works reduced hours, mainly in a business management capacity.

Maria has experience in the education setting working in primary, secondary and special settings. She works with both children and adults with a range of mental health difficulties. Maria offers both counselling and assessments to children and adults. She has a special interest in Autism Spectrum Disorder, specific learning difficulties and anxiety disorders. Maria speaks fluently both in English and Vietnamese.

Hoa Pham has worked as a counsellor in the university sector for over ten years. She is a registered psychologist as well as the author of six books and two plays. Her play Silence was on the VCE Drama list in 2010. She is also the founder of Peril Magazine, an Asian-Australian online arts and culture magazine. She has completed her doctorate in creative arts and also holds master’s degrees in creative writing and psychology. Hoa uses a ray of modalities including cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance commitment therapy and mindfulness. She has experience with a wide range of presentations including anxiety, depression and trauma.

With a background in education, Tahli has over a decade of experience working with young people and adults across a variety of settings. As a psychologist, she has experience supporting children, adolescents and adults through transitions, as well as knowledge of assessment and counselling approaches for common mental health conditions. Aiming to foster a collaborative approach to therapy, Tahli strives to create a compassionate and non-judgemental space for clients. Areas of special interest include mindfulness research and the presentation of Autism Spectrum Disorder in girls and women.

Vera is a registered psychologist and is experienced in working with primary and secondary school aged children in both the mainstream and special school settings. She is skilled in providing a range of assessments and counselling to children and young adults. She has a keen interest in specific learning difficulties, anxiety and depression and enjoys helping her clients make changes towards a more positive life.

Accredited Practicing Dietitian

Bachelor of Nutrition Science (BNutSci) 

Masters of Dietetics (MDiet)

Melissa is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian who is passionate about providing client – centred nutrition education.

She has experience working with NDIS clients from a wide range of backgrounds from children to adults; Including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Downs Syndrome, Intellectual disabilities, mental health disorders, motor neuron disease and more.

Melissa translates evidenced-based scientific information into individualised, practical advice. She has a caring and supportive nature and is dedicated to creating a tailored plan that is right for you and will help you to achieve your goals.

Melissa can help with the following:

• Fussy Eating
• Weight management
• Healthy Eating and lifestyle
• Nutritional deficiencies
• Cholesterol management
• Diabetes
• Plant based diets (vegetarian and vegan)
• Coeliac Disease
• Food allergies/ Intolerances
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) / Low FODMAP diets
• Liver disease