Meet your Psychologist

About Us

Our highly experienced psychologists are trained in the latest treatment techniques and are ready to provide support to children, adolescents, adults and older persons.

Our team at Ramsay Psychology Cairns is made up of degree-qualified psychologists, who are registered with APHRA and offer a wide range of evidence-based therapies.

Face-to-face and telehealth (web-based video) appointments are available. To find out more about our individual psychologists, click here.

Referrals

You do not need a doctor’s referral to book an appointment (in person or via telehealth) at Ramsay Psychology Cairns. However, if you have been referred by your GP with a Mental Health Treatment Plan, you will be able to claim a Medicare rebate. This will cover part of the cost of a number of sessions in a calendar year. Your doctor can address the referral to Ramsay Psychology or specifically to one of our psychologists. If you do not already have a Mental Health Treatment Plan and you wish to access this rebate, contact your GP or psychiatrist.

Clients who hold private health insurance may be eligible for a partial refund. Contact  your health fund for more information.

Ramsay Psychology psychologists and practice staff offer concessions and fee structures for individuals who are Concession Card Holders, or covered by NDIS (self-funded only), MAIC, OSHC and WorkCover. These are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Appointments

Appointments can be booked by calling us on 07 3516 8400, or by emailing Cairns.RPP@ramsaypsychology.com.au.

X Our Services

The team of psychologists at Ramsay Psychology Cairns provide psychological support for a wide range of mental health concerns experienced by children, adolescents, adults and older persons. These conditions include but are not limited to:

  • Addictions
  • Adjustment disorders
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Anxiety
  • Complex trauma
  • Couple Counselling
  • Depression
  • Domestic or family violence
  • Drug and alcohol misuse
  • Eating disorders
  • Excoriation
  • Life transitions
  • Emotion dysregulation
  • Employment-related stress
  • Gerontology
  • Grief & loss
  • Interpersonal conflict
  • Mood disorders
  • Motivation and engagement
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Pain
  • Parenting
  • Perinatal, postnatal and antenatal depression and anxiety
  • Personality disorders
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Psychometric testing
  • Psychosis (early onset)
  • Relationship and family difficulties
  • Self esteem and development
  • Sexuality
  • Sleep disorders
  • Social work
  • Stress and burnout
  • Substance misuse
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Tics or Tourette’s disorder
  • Trauma
  • Trichotilomania
  • Work stress
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X Therapy Types

Our psychologists use a range of therapies to assist in the treatment of clients. Some of these may include:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness based therapies
  • Parenting interventions and attachment-based therapies
  • Systemic Family Therapy
  • Schema Therapy

See more information about our psychologists here

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X Psychometric Testing

Ramsay Psychology provides psychometric testing. This is a process by which a person’s cognitive, psychological, emotional and behavioural functioning is comprehensively assessed through a detailed interview and standardised testing. Psychometric testing may be needed for a new or corrected diagnosis of certain conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Learning Disorders and Dementia.

 

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Opening Hours
 

Ramsay Psychology has appointments available during the following times.

    • Monday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
    • Tuesday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
    • Wednesday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
    • Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
    • Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm

Please note: Times may vary slightly to those listed above depending on the availability of psychologists.

Ramsay Psychology Cairns is located at 220 McLeod St, Cairns North QLD 4870. 

Ramsay Psychology Cairns is located on the ground floor of 220 McLeod St, Cairns, on the corner of Charles Street and McLeod Street, next to the City Cave Float and Wellness Centre and behind Mobil Sheridan Street – Trinity Petroleum.

Free car parking is available in the car park near the front entry; street car parking is also free.

Ramsay Psychology Cairns
Level G, Suite 2, 220 McLeod St
Cairns North QLD 4870

Opening Hours

For more information or to talk to someone about booking an appointment with one of our psychologists, please contact the friendly team at: 

Phone: 07 3516 8400 
 

Email: Cairns.RPP@ramsaypsychology.com.au 

Find a Practitioner

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Dr Elizabeth Buikstra

Registered Psychologist
Service:
Psychology
Practices:
Ramsay Psychology Cairns
Call:
07 3516 8400
Fax:
1300 171 786
Dr Elizabeth (Liz) Buikstra is a Registered Psychologist with 23 years’ experience in clinical, project management, research and leadership including a wide range of areas such as resilience, mental health, human factors, rural and remote mental health, and health generally.
Qualifications:
BSc Hons (Psych), MBA, MPJM, PhD, MAPS
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Simone Fischer

Registered Psychologist
Service:
Psychology
Practices:
Ramsay Psychology Cairns
Call:
07 3516 8400
Fax:
1300 171 786
For more than 20 years, Simone has worked as a Registered Psychologist within the private, community, allied health and educational sectors. She is a Board Registered Supervisor and an Adjunct Lecturer at James Cook University. She has established a reputation of building genuine connections across cultures, age, vocational and societal groups.
Qualifications:
BPsychScience (Hons), MAPS
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Dr Annelies Lamote

Psychiatrist
Service:
Psychiatry - Child and Adolescent
Practices:
Ramsay Psychology Cairns
Call:
07 3516 8400
Dr Annelies is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist originating from Belgium, who moved to Australia in 2017. Dr Annelies completed her training as a medical doctor in Belgium in 1999 and then moved to the Netherlands to complete her training as a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist in 2004. For 14 years she provided specialised care in assessing and treating children and young people with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and their comorbidities, both in a clinical and out-patient setting. Dr Annelies worked passionately for 5 years as the Clinical Director of a day-clinic facility for children with severe mental health problems, where she pioneered a clinical enhancement program informed by the well-known collaborative problem-solving method (Greene). Dr Annelies believes that medication can be helpful in the treatment for children and young people with ADHD and ASD, but also believes that therapeutic interventions, like family work and skill development in the child are equally important.
Qualifications:
FRANZCP
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Dr Jack Menges

Registered Psychologist
Service:
Psychology
Practices:
Ramsay Psychology Cairns
Call:
07 3516 8400
Fax:
1300 171 786
Jack is a Registered Psychologist with a special interest in complex trauma (CPTSD), dissociative disorders and addiction. Jack works from a standpoint of collaboration and compassion, emphasising working at his clients’ pace. He focuses both on managing symptoms and understanding and treating their underlying causes.
Qualifications:
BPsych (Hons), MPsych (Prof), PhD, MAAPi
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Ashley Ristanto

Clinical Psychologist Registrar
Service:
Psychology
Practices:
Ramsay Psychology Cairns
Call:
07 3516 8400
Fax:
1300 171 786
Ashley is a Clinical Psychology Registrar who completed her Clinical Psychology Masters at Central Queensland University  Rockhampton, with thesis research exploring bariatric surgery patient’s wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic. She previously completed a Master of Professional Psychology degree at UNE and bachelor’s degree in psychology at JCU, which included a thesis component focused on the benefits of psychological interventions for bariatric patients. She also has an Honours degree in Anthropology, to enable a greater understanding of cultural practices and diversity.
Qualifications:
MClinPsych, MProfPsych, BPsych, BArts, BA(Hons)Anthropology, MAPS
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Bernadette Rogerson

Clinical Psychologist
Service:
Psychology
Practices:
Ramsay Psychology Cairns
Call:
07 3516 8400
Fax:
1300 171 786
Bernadette is a passionate and empathetic clinical psychologist who takes a strength-based approach working with families, adults, adolescents and children. Bernadette’s focus is on a range of psychological testing and treatment planning for mental health conditions, emotional regulation and behavioural problems. She has dual master degrees in Forensic Mental Health and Clinical Psychology.
Qualifications:
BArts/BBus, BPsych(Hons), MForMH, MClinPsych
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Tamera Staier

Registered Psychologist
Service:
Psychology
Practices:
Ramsay Psychology Cairns
Call:
07 3516 8400
Fax:
1300 171 786
Tamera is a Registered Psychologist with 20 years of professional experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Through her down to earth, easy-going, and thoughtful manner, Tamera’s primary focus is on building a strong therapeutic relationship with a focus on the personal progress for her clients. Encouraging clients to improve their personal self-awareness and self-mastery of emotional skills. She is experienced in working with many presenting issues including mental health issues, realtionship problems, stress, burnout, and work life balance.
Qualifications:
BPsych, PGDip(Psych), GCertAdolHlthWelf.
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Sari Szekely

Registered Psychologist
Service:
Psychology
Practices:
Ramsay Psychology Cairns
Call:
07 3516 8400
Fax:
1300 171 786
Sari is a Registered Psychologist who specialises in working with children and families. She has a particular interest in the assessment and treatment of mental health concerns in the perinatal period, including ante natal and post-natal depression, anxiety and transition to parenthood. Sari has specialised, for many years, in the effects our early attachment relationships have on relationships throughout our lives. She has extensive experience working with parents and carers and has worked with a wide range of clients with a trauma background, including developmental trauma. Sari believes helping new parents understand their children and their needs is key to being able to enjoy happy and secure relationships. Where a child or parent has more complex needs, Sari is committed to working, as a team, with any other health service providers involved in the client’s life, thus ensuring the best outcomes for the client. Sari has worked in both public health sector and in several non-government agencies. She is working towards full accreditation in EMDR trauma therapy and is a trained Circle of Security Facilitator. Age groups: • Infants • Children • Adolescents • Adults Therapeutic modalities: Children and Adolescents • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) • EMDR • Narrative therapy • Play therapy Therapeutic modalities: Adults • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) • EMDR
Qualifications:
BPsych(Hons), RN, NP MW
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Ruth Timms

Registered Psychologist
Service:
Psychology
Practices:
Ramsay Psychology Cairns
Call:
07 3516 8400
Fax:
1300 171 786
Ruth is a registered Psychologist with qualifications including a Bachelor of Psychological Science and a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours). During her studies, Ruth worked for five years supporting those in crisis following trauma. This was followed by a two-year internship and practical application of her learnings at Ramsay Clinic in Cairns. Ruth has  a special interest working with adults and adolescents.
Qualifications:
BPsychScience, BPsychScience (Hons), MAPS
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Hugh Woolford

Clinical Psychologist
Service:
Psychology
Practices:
Ramsay Psychology Cairns
Call:
07 3516 8400
Fax:
1300 171 786
Hugh is an enthusiastic and passionate Clinical Psychologist who is curious about people and takes a holistic view of each individual to assist them in obtaining a sense of well-being and a positive view of themselves.
Qualifications:
FAPS, BSc Hons (Psych); MClin Psych