Location: 3/51 High Street WallanMail: [email protected]
With a background in hospitality and customer service, Laura’s focus is on supporting our clients, psychologists and referring practitioners; Ensuring that our service runs as smoothly as possible for everyone.
Laura can assist you with any queries that you have about accessing our services, booking or changing your appointments.
Laura is industrious, friendly, and strives to ensure that each of our clients has a positive and supportive experience with Mental Health in Mind.
Vishnu holds dual Master’s degrees in Health Psychology and Addiction Studies brings a thoughtful perspective to her practice. Having worked in India, Ireland, and now Australia, currently under the supervision of Rebecca Thomas, she provides neuroaffirming assessment and therapeutic services for clients of all ages, with a focus on supporting children through NDIS plans.
With experience as a social care worker, high school psychology teacher, and mentor for young girls from marginalised communities, Vishnu is passionate about helping individuals understand themselves and reach their full potential. She has spent over two years working directly with children and families. Her areas of interest include Autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, relationships, and sexuality.
As an Autistic ADHD clinician, Vishnu draws on both her professional expertise and lived experience to connect with her clients in a meaningful and authentic way. She loves incorporating play-based strategies into her work with children, and collaborates with parents and schools to create inclusive, supportive environments. Her approach is person-centred and eclectic, tailored to meet the unique needs of every client. Vishnu is also trained to conduct comprehensive diagnostic assessments across the lifespan, ensuring clients receive care that values their strengths and individuality.
Outside of work, Vishnu enjoys cooking, listening to music and spending time with her beloved dog.
Chantelle is a provisional psychologist currently in her final year of training, and having completed her Master of Professional Psychology with La Trobe University in 2023.
Chantelle commenced with Mental Health in Mind in early July 2023 and following completion of her training has continued to work with us part time. Chantelle increases to working with us full time from February 2025 onwards. In addition to her work with Mental Health in Mind, Chantelle has many years of experience as a mental health support worker, working with both children and adults. Chantelle is passionate about engaging herself in tasks that provide meaning and purpose, and empowering and supporting others to do the same.
Caroline completed her Master of Professional Psychology at La Trobe University. In her final year of supervised practice, Caroline worked with a range of psychological presentations, in both community-based organisations and private practice settings, providing therapeutic, assessment and diagnostic, and treatment services.
Caroline has experience in the treatment of stress, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), low self-esteem, anger management, trauma, and relationship challenges.
Caroline works with clients to achieve their individual goals using a person-centred and strengths-based approach. She brings an empathetic collaborative, and non-judgemental style to her practice with an aim to create a warm and safe environment.
Caroline draws upon a range of evidence-based psychological treatment modalities therapies to assist with each client’s individual needs, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and other approaches.
As each client is different, Caroline tailors her approaches to meet their unique needs and will work with them to decide what will best work for them. Caroline believes that it is crucial for each client to maintain a strong sense of autonomy, being the expert in their own lives, whilst she helps to facilitate how they navigate the challenges they are currently facing.
Caroline consults with clients on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Yasoja is a provisional psychologist completing her 6th year internship, having recently completed her Master of Professional Psychology with La Trobe University. Yasoja completed her placement with Mental Health in Mind in 2024, and continues to work with us part time. Throughout her placement Yasoja had experience working with children and families, predominantly supporting children experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD and/or Autism & behavioural difficulties. Yasoja has a background in sleep science, where she has worked with a diverse range of clients, and as a part of a multidisciplinary team of health clinicians. Yasoja also has experience working with children with Autism during her time practicing Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) therapy. Her areas of interest in psychology include working with children, sleep disorders, trauma and assessment. Yasoja is passionate about empowering and supporting her clients to promote their mental health and wellbeing.
Rebecca (Bec) is a clinical & organisational psychologist, with many years of experience working in both clinical & workplace settings. Bec has a passion for promoting health and wellbeing, and in providing hope and encouragement for those transitioning through difficult life circumstances. With over 17 years experience in providing psychology treatment services, and also in working with organisations to promote psychological health and well being at work, Bec’s focus is on supporting and empowering her clients to improve psychological well being, and achieve their goals.
Bec has worked with a diverse range of clients, and has experience in the treatment of anxiety disorders, depression and other mood disorders, adjustment disorders, substance use disorders, trauma related disorders, personality disorders, major life transitions, work-related stress, relationship difficulties, and workplace bullying.
Over the last 7 years Bec has also developed a keen interest in working with children (5-12 years of age), and with adolescents and their families. Bec provides assessments and treatment for children presenting with Autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD and ADD), anxiety and depression, and challenging behaviours. Bec also works with the families of children and adolescents to provide education and support to implement evidenced based tools and strategies, recognising that the best outcomes for children are achieved when we provide well integrated supports across the home, educational and community settings.
Bec is mindful of the importance of adapting the therapeutic approach to suit both the client and the circumstances. Thus Bec is well versed in a variety of therapeutic approaches, including; cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing (MI), various coaching models, conflict resolution and mediation.
Please see below a summary of Bec’s key areas of interest and experience:
-Assessing and treating mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorders.
-Assessing and treating anxiety and related disorders, including generalised anxiety, social anxiety, and obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD).
-Assessing and treating stressor and trauma related disorders, such as adjustment disorder, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), other specified and non specified trauma disorders, and borderline personality disorder (BPD).
-Navigating major life stressors and changes (such as workplace injuries, relationship and family difficulties, grief and loss).
-Supporting people to develop their communication and relationship skills, to promote healthy relationships with partners, family, friends and work colleagues.
-Improving quality of life for people living with persistent pain and modified abilities.
-Supporting people to exit and/or recover from domestic violence.
-Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)assessments for children, adolescents and adults.
-Assessing and resolving challenging behaviours in children.
-Supporting new parents, including mothers who are experiencing post natal depression and anxiety (PND), and for men experiencing reactive depression and anxiety.
-Recovery from substance use disorders, including alcohol and other drugs.
-Psychedelic integration therapy*
*Psychedelic medication is used in several countries around the world, with a breadth of compelling research supporting its many benefits for mental health. However, currently in Australia, psychedelic medication remains accessible only in selected cases of treatment-resistant depression. It continues to remain illegal to use these drugs recreationally. However, it is known that many Australians have experimented with these drugs, and at Mental Health in Mind we offer a safe and non-judgemental space to explore and integrate your experiences. We do not recommend that people use psychedelic drugs recreationally however, as the use of these drugs in an uncontrolled environment and without integrative therapy, can lead to psychological harm for some individuals.
Bec consults with clients on Monday and Tuesday mornings, and every alternative Thursday afternoon.
**CURRENTLY ON EXTENDED LEAVE**
Salonika holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours and is currently undertaking a Master of Professional Psychology with Latrobe University. Working under Rebecca Thomas’ supervision, Salonika provides services to a range of clients including NDIS-funded clients.
She has over 17 years personal experience in caring for neurodiverse children and young people, including managing NDIS plans and working along side multidisciplinary teams of allied health professionals, and over 10 years experience working in aged care.
Salonika is passionate about helping and empowering others to live fulfilling lives with self-awareness and self-determination, using the latest evidence-based approaches.
Carlie is a psychologist with a 19-year journey dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people. Her professional path has taken her across various settings, including early intervention clinics and the education system, where she has built her skills and enriched her passion for helping individuals flourish, by aligning with their personal goals and strengths. Carlie’s expertise lies in working with children and young people who are navigating the complex landscape of Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, and Developmental Trauma. Carlie values understanding people’s unique needs, which allows her to provide tailored support and guidance.
Carlie applies a diverse range of therapy modalities to individuals of all ages dealing with various mental health challenges. Her therapeutic areas of interest include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Schema Therapy.
Carlie highly values collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, and values the holistic nature of mental health. She actively engages in teamwork to ensure that clients receive comprehensive care, and advocates passionately for inclusion and equality within all aspects of mental health treatment. Carlie takes a strengths-based perspective, focusing on personal strengths and resilience to overcome challenges and lead fulfilling lives.
Outside of work Carlie enjoys audio books while on long walks with her dog, camping trips with her family and getting out and about on the weekends exploring new places.
Carlie consults with clients on Thursday afternoons/evening.
**CURRENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE**
Saman is a counsellor with a Master of Clinical Psychology. Saman has extensive experience as a mental health worker in Pakistan, and is now pursuing registration as a psychologist in Australia under the supervision of Rebecca Thomas.
Saman’s role currently involves providing counselling services to adolescents and adults, conducting assessments, and developing personalised treatment plans. Saman is dedicated to supporting individuals through mental health challenges, assisting them in managing stress and major life transitions, and navigating challenges in family and personal relationships. Saman creates a safe and confidential environment for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings.
Our practice manager will be happy to answer any questions you may have about our services and the treatment process. They can also allocate you a psychologist, based on who is likely to be the most suitable fit for your situation and availability.
Phone: +1300 875 313
Email: [email protected]
Monday – Friday: (9.30 am to 5.30 pm)
