Meet Our Team
Psychology Team
Dr Veronica Johnston (She/Her)
PRINCIPAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Veronica holds dual qualifications as a clinical psychologist and registered teacher. She has over 15 years experience working with children and adolescents, providing emotional, educational, and behavioural support to her clients as well as their family and schools. Veronica also has a passion for women's mental health and works with many adults experiencing mental health difficulties.
Appropriate Referrals Include:
Anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorder, grief and loss, behavioural difficulties, parenting support for families, neurodevelopmental disorders (ASD, ADHD), relationship issues, school or peer related difficulties.
Veronica is currently not accepting new referrals.
Maddison Jarratt (She/Her)
PRINCIPAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Maddison is a registered Psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor under the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), as well as a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician (CEDC) with the Australia and New Zealand Academy for Eating Disorders (ANZAED). Maddison brings a warm, compassionate, and client-centered approach, drawing from a range of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, and CBT-E.
With a focus on supporting individuals across the lifespan, Maddison has a particular interest in working within the perinatal space, as well as helping parents navigate the unique mental health challenges of pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. She is also passionate about working with neurodiverse clients, supporting them in overcoming social, emotional, and behavioral challenges, and helping them thrive in their unique strengths.
In addition to these areas, Maddison has a special interest in sports performance, working with athletes to enhance resilience, improve focus, and achieve peak performance. Her approach is tailored to each client, addressing both personal and professional growth.
Maddison provides supervision to registered and provisional psychologists, as well as other health professionals.
Appropriate Referrals Include:
Anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, eating disorders, self-harm, neurodevelopmental challenges, behavioural concerns, school stress, sports performance, gambling, pregnancy and parenthood, perinatal mental health concerns, relationship issues, grief and loss, and drug and alcohol dependence.
Maddison is currently not accepting new referrals.
Dr Nicole Sloan (She/Her)
PSYCHOLOGIST
Nicole is a clinical psychologist who completed her Doctor of Psychology at Deakin University. Alongside her training as a psychologist, Nicole is also a qualified psychiatric nurse with over ten years of experience working in forensic psychiatry. During this time, she supported adults with serious mental illnesses and complex needs, gaining a deep understanding of the challenges faced in this area.
While Nicole has a broad foundation of knowledge, including an interest in the intersection of mental and physical health, her primary focus lies in the trauma space. She is passionate about helping individuals navigate the impact of trauma on their lives and has undertaken advanced training in evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), among others. Nicole is committed to providing compassionate, effective care tailored to the unique needs of each person she works with.
Appropriate Referrals Include:
Anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorder, grief and loss, adjustment to illness, low prevalence conditions (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar affective disorder).
Nicole is currently not accepting new referrals.
Adam Stefano
PSYCHOLOGIST
Adam is a warm and engaging, person-centred psychologist, who uses evidence-based therapies such as Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution Focussed Therapy. Adam has a particular interest working with couples and individuals to assist working towards better life outcomes. Adam has experience with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship counselling and addiction - including gambling.
Appropriate referrals:
Anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship counselling and addiction, including gambling.
Tamsyn White
SENIOR PSYCHOLOGIST, BOARD APPROVED SUPERVISOR & ASSESSMENT TEAM LEAD
Tamsyn is a warm, practical, and highly experienced Psychologist who works with children, adolescents, adults, and families to better understand their strengths, challenges, and support needs. With over 20 years in the field, she is passionate about helping the people she works with feel seen, heard, and understood - especially those who may experience the world differently due to neurodivergence, learning difficulties, or emotional distress.
In addition to her therapeutic work, Tamsyn is skilled, compassionate, and experienced in designing and delivering comprehensive psychological assessments, including for Autism, ADHD, learning differences, and mental health concerns. Her approach is clear, compassionate, and collaborative – empowering individuals and families with the knowledge and tools they need to access support at home, school/work, and in the community.
In therapy, Tamsyn draws on a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), play-based interventions, and EMDR Therapy. She works flexibly and creatively to meet each individual where they’re at, always tailoring support to their individual needs and goals.
Tamsyn is committed to neurodiversity-affirming practice and believes that assessment and therapy should be strengths-focused, respectful, and grounded in real-world relevance. She considers herself a life-long learner.
Tamsyn is also a Psychology Board of Australia (PBA) Approved Supervisor and welcomes enquiries from provisional or registered Psychologists seeking supervision tailored to assessment practice, therapeutic work with children, adults, and families, or professional development, particularly in private practice settings.
In addition to her therapeutic work, Tamsyn is the Assessment Team Lead at Melton Psychology Clinic, where she supports a team of clinicians to deliver high-quality, sustainable, and meaningful psychological services.
Jarryd Pantazis
PSYCHOLOGIST
Jarryd is a registered psychologist with experience working in community health and family violence. He brings a friendly and warm approach to working with people. He draws on evidence-based interventions, particularly in cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT), and dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and mindfulness, to support change and well-being. He has experience working with adolescents, adults, and older adults from different backgrounds and presentations.
Appropriate referrals include:
Depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, grief and loss
Tayla McBean
PSYCHOLOGIST
Tayla is a highly skilled registered psychologist with a warm, engaging, and compassionate approach to her work. She brings extensive experience from various settings, including schools, community-based organisations and private practice.
Specialising in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families, Tayla integrates techniques from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Play Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. She collaborates closely with clients to create personalised treatment plans tailored to their unique needs.
Tayla is deeply committed to fostering a sense of trust and safety in the therapeutic relationship, believing that rapport and collaboration are the foundation of meaningful and effective therapy.
Appropriate referrals include:
Anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment disorders, body image, eating concerns, ADHD and ASD.
Brayden McLeod (He/Him)
PSYCHOLOGIST
Brayden is a registered psychologist with experience working with clients in private clinics, schools, and forensic settings. Brayden provides evidence-based therapeutic interventions to assist adolescents and adults who are experiencing mental health concerns, in a manner that is empathic and supportive. Brayden works collaboratively with clients to develop individualised treatment plans to match their needs, drawing from therapeutic modalities including cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and mindfulness.
Appropriate Referrals Include:
Depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions & stress.
Brayden is currently not accepting new referrals.
Leah Compagnino
PSYCHOLOGIST
Leah is a registered psychologist. With extensive experience working across diverse age groups, from children to adolescents and adults, Leah has made a positive impact in both community and private settings. Leah's journey in the field has included invaluable roles within the out-of-home care sector and family services organisations. Her expertise extends to facilitating transformative parent and adolescent groups, where she emphasizes emotion coaching and mindfulness-based practices.
A focal point of Leah's practice is providing guidance and support to individuals who have faced traumatic and challenging life experiences. Her goal is to help them navigate these challenges within a nurturing and secure environment. Leah's approach to therapy is rooted in trauma-informed care, emphasising collaboration with her clients. She draws from a diverse toolkit of therapeutic techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. Above all, she tailors her approach to meet the unique needs of each individual.
When you choose Leah as your therapist, you can expect a patient, warm, and safe space to work towards achieving your therapeutic goals. Leah's compassionate guidance will empower you to take meaningful steps toward personal growth and healing. Additionally, Leah is a certified Tuning Into Kids and Tuning Into Teens facilitator, offering group programs for parents who aspire to better understand and meet the emotional needs of their children and adolescents.
Tiarna Chesser
PSYCHOLOGIST & GROUPS COORDINATOR
Tiarna is a registered psychologist who brings a wealth of experience from both forensic and community mental health settings. She works primarily with adults and has a strong background supporting individuals involved in the criminal justice system, as well as those facing complex and high-risk challenges such as co-occurring mental health and substance use issues. Her approach is client-centred and trauma-informed, grounded in empathy, collaboration, and evidence-based practice. She draws on a range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Internal Family Systems (IFS), tailoring her interventions to meet the unique needs of each client.
In addition to individual therapy, she has experience facilitating group therapy and has been involved in the development and delivery of structured therapeutic programs. This includes addiction-focused programs addressing alcohol and other drug (AOD) use and gambling harm, as well as programs supporting emotional regulation and well-being. She is passionate about supporting people to navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and move toward meaningful and sustainable change.
Appropriate referrals include:
Drug and Alcohol Dependence, Gambling Addiction, Depression, Anxiety, Emotional Regulation and Behavioural Difficulties, General Mental Health and Well-being, Life transitions and Stress Management and Interpersonal Challenges.
Raffaella Ward
PSYCHOLOGIST
Raff is a registered psychologist with experience providing individual and group-based therapies to populations within forensic and private practice settings. Raff draws on a variety of evidence-informed therapies including Schema therapy, CBT, ACT and trauma-informed approaches. Raff works with clients to tailor treatment to their needs.
Appropriate Referral Include:
Alcohol and other Drugs, trauma, forensic, behaviour change, distress tolerance and emotional regulation, general mental health and wellbeing
Kate Zammit
PSYCHOLOGIST (THERAPY & ASSESSMENTS)
Kate is a General Psychologist (Clinical Registrar) who is committed to playing a collaborative role in enhancing overall wellbeing. She creates a warm, non-judgmental environment where clients can address their unique needs in a safe and supportive space.
Specialising in children, adolescents, and young adults, Kate works with those facing challenges. Using evidence-based techniques, primarily from cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), she incorporates methods from various other therapeutic models to offer a holistic approach tailored to each individual.
A key passion for Kate is conducting cognitive assessments. She helps clients gain a deeper understanding of their cognitive strengths and challenges. These assessments serve as a valuable tool for fostering self-awareness, personal growth, and the development of strategies to improve daily functioning, guiding clients to make informed decisions about their learning, development, and wellbeing.
Appropriate Referrals Include:
Assessments: Cognitive, Educational, Intellectual Disability, ADHD; anxiety, stress, low mood, emotional regulation
Yvie Montfort (She/Her)
SOCIAL WORKER
Yvie is a skilled social worker providing comprehensive therapeutic services to individuals seeking enhanced well-being. Her practice is informed by extensive experience within diverse community settings. She utilises a holistic approach that is grounded in systems theory, which allows her to work with individuals and understand the many interconnected systems that influence their lives.
Yvie's clinical approach is firmly established in trauma-informed principles and integrates therapeutic modalities and theories, including Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Polyvagal Theory. This synthesis facilitates a nuanced exploration of internal systems, empowers clients to reconstruct their personal narratives, and promotes effective nervous system regulation.
Yvie’s goal is to create a safe and supportive space where individuals can connect with their authentic selves, release old patterns, and build a more fulfilling life. She has a core belief that everyone has the capacity for healing and growth.
Appropriate referrals include:
Anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, pregnancy and parenthood, interpersonal relationship difficulties, life transitions.
Lauren Furian
PROVISIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Lauren is a provisional psychologist completing her final placement in the Master of Psychology (Clinical). She works with a diverse range of clients, including adolescents, adults, and older adults, providing treatment and assessment services for a variety of mental health concerns and cognitive profiles.
Lauren uses an eclectic mix of evidence-based interventions tailored to each client’s needs, primarily drawing from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), while incorporating techniques from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Schema Therapy.
With an authentic, warm, and approachable style, Lauren values building a positive and secure therapeutic relationship and strives to create a comfortable space where clients feel empowered to address their mental health challenges and work toward their well-being goals.
Appropriate referrals include:
Anxiety/stress, panic disorder, Depression, difficulties with self-esteem and confidence-building, grief and loss, psychological distress, cognitive/academic assessments
Candice Coles
SOCIAL WORKER & GROUPS FACILITATOR
Candice is a Social Worker with almost 15 years of experience. She has worked supporting families and children across complex areas of need including mental health, family violence, school refusal, AOD dependence and disability access.
Candice is an experienced group facilitator with a passion for supporting parents to meet the needs of their families from infancy through to adolescence. She also loves to support children and young people through LEGO based Therapy programs to develop their language skills, improve their relationships and have a sense of pride in the things they can do. Candice believes therapeutic intervention should be fun and meaningful.
When not in the office Candice loves getting into nature, particularly traveling to the lands of her husband and children, Bundjalung Country.
Chelsea Huynh
PROVISIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Chelsea is a provisional psychologist with experience supporting clients across a wide age range, from primary school-aged children to mature adults. She is adaptable and culturally sensitive, ensuring her approach is tailored to meet the diverse needs and presentations of her clients.
Chelsea specialises in working with children experiencing challenges such as emotional regulation difficulties, anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), family relationship issues, and trauma. Additionally, she supports adults navigating concerns like anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and interpersonal difficulties.
Chelsea is deeply committed to improving access to mental health services and values working with a diverse client base to increase awareness of the support available. Her friendly and compassionate demeanour fosters a safe and welcoming environment where clients feel comfortable discussing their mental health and working toward enhanced well-being..
Appropriate referrals include:
Concerns related to emotional regulation, anxiety, ADHD, ASD, family relationship issues, trauma, depression, life transitions, and interpersonal challenges.
Allied Health Team
Gemma Tooley
SENIOR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Gemma is an AHPRA registered Occupational Therapist who has extensive experience working across the lifespan, with particular interest in paediatrics. She specialises in working with children who have neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism and ADHD and also those who have vision impairments. Gemma is a friendly, engaging, person/family-centred Occupational Therapist, who values the participation in meaningful occupations for children.
Appropriate referrals include:
Autism, ADHD, global developmental delay, sensory processing disorder, low vision/blindness.
Gemma is currently not accepting new referrals.
Carla Schembri
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Carla is an AHPRA registered Occupational Therapist with experience predominantly with adults however has also worked across the life span from kindergarten children all the way through to the aged care population. Carla enjoys the various challenges and rewards that different age brackets offer and her passion lies with helping people engage in daily activities through way of meaningful occupations. Carla will be carrying a mixed caseload of adults and children, and comes with skills and expertise in different areas across the lifespan.
Danyel Waters
CLINICAL NUTRITIONIST & FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE PRACTITIONER
Danyel has worked in the health & wellbeing space for over 15 years. Her drive to get to the bottom of your health challenges is relentless and her ability to join the dots connecting symptoms to cause is exceptional. This woman reads medical journals for the fun of it and is constantly building on her knowledge bank of functional testing and clinically relevant data. Buoyed by the belief that better health is achievable for all if you just know where to look and what tools to use, she makes it her business to help her patients feel seen and heard in their time with her. She invests her time, energy & commitment into their health goals as if they were her own. Danyel approaches to practice with a balance of knowledge, warmth & a good dose of humour, helping her patients feel reassured, hopeful & positive about the changes that are about to occur before they’ve even finished the initial consultation.
Appropriate Referrals Include:
Danyel has a special interest in all things gut health, food intolerances & children’s health. She supports people of all ages that present with gut issues such as "IBS"/gut health issues, recurrent worm infections, food sensitivities, hormonal imbalance/disorders, perimenopause/menopause, poor immune health, skin issues, adrenal/chronic fatigue, pain management, inflammation, ADHD, low energy, thyroid issues, weight gain/loss, fussy eaters.
Angelique Fong
ACCREDITED PRACTISING DIETITIAN
Angelique is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) who has completed Master of Dietetics and a variety of specialised training including SOS and Responsive Feeding therapy. Angelique is passionate about helping support nutritional balance for long term health, wellness and a positive relationship with eating.
Appropriate Referrals Include:
Fussy eating, Nutritional adequacy, Diabetes, High cholesterol, Fatty liver, Weight management, Sleep apnoea- weight management, Disordered eating, IBS – (Low FODMAP, Low Food Chemical, Mediterranean diet), IBD (Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis) and other gastrointestinal conditions , Food intolerance / sensitivity, Coeliacs Disease (Gluten Free), Food allergies, Mental health concerns, Menopause, PCOS, Disability assistance – including feeding difficulty and enteral feeds, Invisible illness – POTS, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue
Hansali De Silva
AUDIOLOGIST
Hans is a Clinical Audiologist with over 15 years of experience, who has worked extensively across diagnostic hearing assessments, hearing device fittings, pre-employment hearing checks and Victorian Workcover hearing services. Hans completed her undergraduate degree in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology from Bangalore University in 2006, followed by a Master’s in Clinical Audiology from the University of Melbourne in 2009. She has worked as a Clinical Audiologist and Clinical Trainer in Sri Lanka and spent nearly 15 years at Amplifon Melbourne, where she gained valuable experience and had the opportunity to coach and mentor intern audiologists and support many junior audiologists in their professional development.
More recently, she has branched out into Paediatric Audiology—a space she has found incredibly rewarding. She is passionate about helping children through timely hearing assessments, supporting early identification of hearing issues, and guiding parents and caregivers through the process. Being part of a multidisciplinary care team to support children with speech and language delays, behavioural concerns, or academic issues, and contributing to the best outcomes for each child, is something she truly cares about.
Appropriate referrals include:
Paediatric hearing assessments (4+ age), Paediatric ear infection related hearing monitoring, Adult hearing assessments, Pre-Employment hearing assessments, Vic Roads Fitness to drive hearing assessments, Tinnitus counselling.
Our Partners
Contact Western Region Health for Osteopathy, Physiotherapy, Myotherapy, Strength and Conditioning classes, pilates and more. The team operate out of ANSA House.
For behavioural support and functional behaviour assessments, please complete a referral with our partners Different Lens. The team operate out of ANSA House.
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Skin Care
Fungal Nails
Ingrown Nails
Orthotics
Foot, Ankle or Leg pain
Diabetic Foot Management
Sports Injuries and Rehabilitation
Any Other Foot, Ankle or Leg Health Issue
Administrative Team
Alyce Galea
CLINIC OPERATIONS MANAGER & BOARD APPROVED SUPERVISOR
With a strong background as a psychologist and in administration, Alyce is dedicated to creating smooth, client-focused experiences at every step. She is passionate about making sure everything runs efficiently behind the scenes so that clients receive the best care possible. Her main focus is on improving processes to keep things running smoothly and ensuring a positive, seamless experience for everyone who walks through our doors.
Alyce is also a board approved supervisor. As a psychologist, her main area of interest was in working with adolescents and their families. She can provide supervision to provisional and registered psychologists.
Lisa Mann
SENIOR RECEPTIONIST
Leah Scargall
RECEPTIONIST
As a dedicated and enthusiastic upcoming receptionist, Leah is committed to providing a warm, welcoming environment for all patients. Her goal is to make each individual feel safe and comfortable from the moment they walk through the door, ensuring a smooth and seamless transition through the reception area. She is passionate about delivering excellent customer service and helping patients have a positive experience at our clinic.
Jaclyn Malthouse
RECEPTIONIST
Jaclyn is a big people person. She loves to talk and get to know people! She’ll always endeavour to do her best to help others. She loves learning new things, and takes pride in working to the best of her ability. As a former nurse, caring for others is in her blood!
She is bubbly, caring, kind and always has a smile on her face!
Family is everything to Jaclyn, and her favourite thing in the world is spending quality time with her husband and 3 kids. She enjoys reading, camping in the caravan with family and friends, baking sweet treats, singing to Taylor Swift, and having a wine or two with friends.
Alannah Micallef
RECEPTIONIST
Alannah is a warm, approachable presence who genuinely loves making people feel comfortable and cared for. Currently studying psychology, she is passionate about understanding others and creating spaces where people feel safe, supported, and truly welcome. Thoughtful and attentive, Alannah takes the time to listen, check-in, and help others feel seen and valued.
Outside of work, she is a proud foodie always on the hunt for the next great bite. She also loves fashion, and spending time with her favourite people.
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