Our Psychologists

“My journey as a psychologist has been driven by a passion for supporting people navigating through their life challenges, providing them a safe space to share their stories, facilitating the process of change, healing and self-discovery, attaining greater satisfaction in life.”   Vidya Pachipala

Angela is an AHPRA registered Psychologist and a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi). She believes in providing a safe and trusting environment so clients can work on those difficult problems that keep getting in the way of a fulfilling life.

Julie-Anne has 20 years experience treating a broad range of psychological conditions. Her treatment approach is biopsychosocial in nature and her background in psychophysiology allows for a thorough assessment to occur. She wants to understand her clients and work with them to develop goals and find solutions to their concerns.

Dr. Cathy Pearson brings over 18 years of experience as a dedicated clinical psychologist. Her diverse background includes work in private clinics, headspace centers, adult public community mental health, and a state-wide inpatient unit specialising in complex mental health conditions.

Angela is a registered Clinical Psychologist with qualifications including a Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Arts Criminology, Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and a Masters of Clinical Psychology. Angela has a particular interest in working with adults and adolescents who have experienced complex trauma throughout their lives and, as such, struggle with chronic and complex mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, drug and alcohol use and personality disorder issues. Angela has extensive experience working in the field of trauma and drug and alcohol, in both residential and non-residential settings.

Andrea is an experienced Clinical Psychologist and author who is down-to-earth and practical, with more than 25 years in clinical practice.

Mithila is a Registered Psychologist with more than 10 years experience in the industry having worked with a diverse range of clients across the not-for-profit/NGO, private sectors and employment sectors. She has professional expertise in parenting support, issues related to children and young people, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, dual-cultural issues, family and domestic violence, suicide and self-harm risk assessment and management, mental health assessments, safety planning and intervention.

Veronica Randjelovic has worked in clinical mental health settings in rural, regional and urban areas. She is passionate about the connection between mental health, physical health, and well-being. During Veronica’s training, she developed a special interest in helping individuals understand how attachment theory can impact adult mental health, behaviours and relationships. Veronica has also gained knowledge and experience in the corporate and private sector. She has assisted many people overcome workplace stressors, including conflict and trauma, and has helped build resilience. Veronica provides individual coaching to help people harness their strengths, achieve their goals and reach their potential.  Veronica’s clinical practice is eclectic in nature and based on the most effective and suitable approach to help a person achieve a sense of well-being and fulfillment. She achieves this by gaining an in-depth understanding of a person’s presenting issues, their unique needs and desired goals. Veronica’s compassion creates a calm, therapeutic space that allows a person to feel accepted and safe.

Shelley holds a Masters of Psychology (Counselling Psychology) which involved six years of training at university. Since being registered as a psychologist, Shelley has worked with clients of all ages and from a variety of different backgrounds in various different services and settings.

Almaas prioritises developing a unique environment, tailored to her individual clients’ needs and presentations and  incorporates her understanding of personality models and trauma-sensitive approaches to meet her clients in a compassionate, non-judgemental space.