Bellarine Psychology

Get to know Bellarine Psychology

From Bellarine Psychology's website.

• Our approach

  The practice tailors treatment to each child's unique needs and goals using a multidisciplinary, evidence-based approach. Sessions draw on a range of therapeutic modalities including Child Centred Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, mindfulness, trauma-informed practice, and family therapy. The clinic specialises in neurodiversity-affirming approaches and is committed to creating a safe, compassionate environment where children can understand and work through their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Individual therapy, family therapy, and group therapy sessions are offered in various settings including in-person, online, school-based, and nature-based formats to suit each child's needs.

• Meet the team

  The clinic is staffed by qualified and experienced multidisciplinary practitioners including Clinical Psychologists, Counselling Psychologists, Psychologists, Accredited Mental Health Social Workers, Counsellors, an Occupational Therapist, a Speech Pathologist, and a Sex and Relationship Therapist. Psychologists and the Occupational Therapist are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and members of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) or Australian Association of Psychologists (AAPI). Social Workers are registered with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), and Counsellors with the Australian Counselling Association. Accredited Mental Health Social Workers hold government-recognised credentials with minimum two years' mental health experience and ongoing training. Individual practitioners hold qualifications ranging from bachelor to master's degrees and PhD, with specialisations in child psychology, developmental psychology, clinical practice, and specific areas like neurodiversity and trauma.