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Meet Our Clinicians
DR CAITLIN GRACE SHE | HER
Clinical Psychologist | PsyBA Clinical Supervisor
SURF COAST MIND BODY HEALTH FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR
Caitlin is a Clinical Psychologist with a PhD in Philosophy (Psychology). She works with clients across the lifespan in diverse contexts and maintains a broad scope of practice. Caitlin welcomes referrals from a wide range of presentations and experiences. She will thoughtfully review each enquiry to determine whether her training and service are an appropriate fit for the support sought.
Caitlin has a broad range of clinical interests, with professional development and experience across diverse areas of practice. She works with individuals experiencing anxiety (social and generalised), OCD, depression, grief and trauma, PTSD, perinatal mental health, acute and chronic health conditions (inc. chronic pain), interpersonal difficulties, and risk management. She has a particular interest in working across different neurotypes and brain styles, especially ADHD and Autism in late-diagnosed adults. Her approach emphasises recognising individual strengths, differences, lived experience, and the broader context in which people navigate work, relationships, identity, burnout, and wellbeing.
Caitlin also has a strong interest in women’s mental health and wellbeing across the lifespan, including the intersection between different brain styles, mental health, hormones, identity, stress, burnout, with an emphasis on understanding both strengths and challenges within context. Her work with trauma and nervous system regulation draws on frameworks including Polyvagal Theory, the Window of Tolerance, and the psychosomatic relationship between mind and body. Caitlin provides queer and gender-affirming therapy for LGBTQ+ individuals and also works with interpersonal communication and relationship concerns, integrating approaches informed by her training in Gottman Relationship Therapy. She uses an evidence-based and integrative therapeutic approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Somatic work in Clinical Practice, DBT techniques, CPT, and mindfulness-based interventions. She has a particular interest in incorporating her approach to CBT into structure treatment plans that support meaningful long-term outcomes.
She works predominantly with Medicare GP referrals, NDIS self- and plan-managed, DVA, or self-referred. Other non-listed referral streams are welcome to inquire. Caitlin is also a PsychBA Approved Clinical Supervisor available for Supervision - Please contact the clinic for Supervision Inquiries or via the Register.
AVAILABLE: MON | TUE | WED 10:00AM - 7:00PM + THUR 10:00AM - 5:00PM
BRETT JONES HE | HIM
Clinical Psychologist | PsyBA Clinical Supervisor
Brett is a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working across a range of clinical and organisational settings, and is an original co-founder of SCMBH. He has extensive experience supporting veterans, first responders, and individuals working within high-stress occupational environments, and is a contracted clinician for Ambulance Victoria (VACU).
Brett predominantly works with clients accessing services through DVA, VACU and NDIS, with particular expertise in trauma-related presentations, occupational stress, and psychological recovery following injury or critical incidents. He works with adults and young people aged 16 years and above, supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD. Brett is known for his calm, practical, and collaborative approach, with an emphasis on creating a supportive therapeutic environment that fosters trust, resilience, and meaningful change. Brett also has experience working within compensable schemes and medico-legal contexts, including the provision of psychological reports at the request of solicitors. He has a strong understanding of workplace psychological injury, complex trauma presentations, and the broader impacts of stress and trauma on day-to-day functioning and wellbeing.
His therapeutic approach is evidence-based and integrative, drawing from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Mindfulness-based interventions, and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). Brett works collaboratively with clients to develop practical strategies that support emotional regulation, recovery, behavioural change, and long-term psychological wellbeing.
In addition to his clinical work, Brett is a registered Clinical Supervisor who provides supervision to Psychologists undertaking the Clinical Registrar Program, as well as Provisional Psychologists completing their pathway toward general registration. He is committed to supporting the development of reflective, ethical, and competent psychological practice within the profession.
AVAILABLE: MON | TUE | THUR 9:00AM - 5:00PM
EMMA MAHONEY SHE | HER
Clinical Psychology Registrar | General Registration
Emma is a Registered Psychologist currently completing her Clinical Registrar Program toward endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist. She is a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician with ANZAED, and works with clients across the lifespan, with a particular focus on adolescents and young people.
With over 18 years’ experience as an educator and wellbeing leader in secondary school settings, Emma is deeply passionate about supporting youth mental health through evidence-based intervention and prevention approaches. Her work is grounded in an understanding of developmental, relational, and systemic factors that influence wellbeing.
In addition to her background in education, Emma has experience supporting individuals navigating non-acute alcohol and other drug (AOD) challenges, as well as clients presenting with depression, anxiety, trauma (PTSD/CPTSD), and non-acute addiction. She also works with neurodivergent clients and is continuing to develop her practice within a neurodiversity-affirming framework.
Emma integrates a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to each client’s needs, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions. She places strong emphasis on psychoeducation, emotional regulation, and building sustainable coping skills to support long-term wellbeing.
Emma also supports parents of adolescents, offering evidence-based parenting programs such as Tuning In To Teens, aimed at strengthening emotional communication, connection, and understanding within families. Her approach is holistic, compassionate, and collaborative, ensuring clients and families feel safe, supported, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey.
Emma accepts Medicare, NDIS, WorkCover, TAC, and VOCAT referrals, and provides tailored therapeutic support to meet each client’s unique needs.
AVAILABLE: TUE 10:00AM - 6:00PM + WED | THUR 9:30AM - 6:30PM
In addition to her Clinical Work with us at SCMBH, Emma is also the Co-Founder of MindWise Learning Collective, a professional learning organisation dedicated to delivering evidence-based training, parent education, and wellbeing programs for educators, families, and school communities. Her work across both education and psychology reflects her passion for strengthening outcomes for children, young people, and the professionals who support them. Click the buttons on the right to find out more about MindWise.
GREG SACKS HE | HIM
Clinical Psychology Registrar | General Registration
Greg believes being human is messy, beautiful, and complex. He recognises clients can crave connection while simultaneously wanting to live as their most authentic selves. Greg understands that in the search for meaning, individuals can become caught in old patterns, fears, self-doubt, and ways of coping that no longer serve them. He believes in creating a therapeutic space that allows clients to step back, tune in, and make sense of their experiences in a way that feels safe, genuine, and collaborative.
Greg works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, phobias, non-acute addiction, and a range of other presentations, but first and foremost, he believes in working with people. People trying to understand who they are, how to navigate relationships, and how to live in a way that feels real, connected, and fulfilling.
Greg has a particular interest in self-concept and identity development, recognising that many of the ways people understand themselves and relate to the world are shaped early in life. As such, he enjoys working with people across the lifespan and supporting clients through different developmental stages, transitions, and life experiences.
Greg’s approach blends curiosity, compassion, honesty, and evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Play Therapy, and Parts Work. He also has a keen interest in exploring how the nervous system mediates social, emotional, and relational wellbeing, and how greater awareness of these processes can support meaningful change and self-understanding.
Together, Greg works collaboratively with clients to rewrite unhelpful stories, shift perspectives, strengthen self-awareness, and move toward a life that feels more aligned with what truly matters to them. Greg is currently undertaking the Clinical Registrar Program toward endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist.
AVAILABLE: MON | TUE | WED 8:00AM - 7:00PM
BONNIE LORIMER-RENIC SHE | HER
Clinical Psychology Registrar | General Registration
Bonnie is a Registered Psychologist currently completing her Clinical Registrar Program toward endorsement as a Clinical Psychologist. She provides a warm, client-centred, and evidence-based approach to therapy, working collaboratively with clients and meeting them where they are at.
Bonnie values creating a therapeutic space that feels supportive, safe, and approachable, recognising the importance of connection, trust, and understanding within the therapeutic relationship. She is passionate about supporting individuals to develop insight, emotional resilience, and practical coping strategies that enhance wellbeing and day-to-day functioning. She has previously worked in childcare, education, and youth disability support, experiences that have provided her with a strong understanding of the unique challenges, strengths, and complexities that can arise throughout childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood.
She works with individuals across the lifespan, from children through to adulthood, and enjoys supporting clients through different developmental stages, transitions, and life experiences. Bonnie has a particular interest in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, emotional and behavioural regulation difficulties, grief, and life transitions. Bonnie approaches therapy with compassion and curiosity, recognising that each person’s experiences, relationships, and environment shape how they understand themselves and navigate the world around them.
Bonnie also has experience administering psychometric, cognitive, and educational assessments for young people and adults, helping to better understand learning profiles, behavioural presentations, and individual strengths and challenges. She values using assessment as a collaborative tool to support insight, guide interventions, and inform meaningful support strategies for clients and families.
AVAILABLE: MON | TUE 8:00AM - 6:00PM + WED 8:00AM - 5:00PM
GEORGIA HULL SHE | HER
Sport and Exercise Psychology Registrar
General Registration
Georgia is a Generally Registered Psychologist who is also completing her Sport and Exercise Psychology Registrar Program. She works with adolescents (14+) and adults to support both mental health and performance. She has completed a Master of Psychology (Sport and Exercise) and works with both individuals and teams.
Georgia works with athletes across all stages of their development. Sport psychology is not only valuable when challenges arise, it can be a powerful training tool to strengthen psychological skills necessary for optimal performance. Georgia supports athletes to refine arousal regulation, attention and concentration control, motivation, confidence, and other skills needed for performance, whilst also navigating transitions, injury recovery, pressure, and setbacks. Her work focuses on developing psychological skills that can be trained and embedded alongside physical preparation to optimise both wellbeing and performance.
Georgia also supports clients with their wellbeing and mental health. She works with individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, OCD, burnout, perfectionism, relationship difficulties, eating disorders, and body image concerns, as well as those adjusting to life or career changes. Her focus is not only on reducing distress, but on supporting clients to move beyond symptom management toward sustainable change that enhances overall wellbeing and quality of life.
Georgia’s style is warm, authentic, calm, and collaborative. She values creating a safe, non-judgemental space where clients feel understood and supported. Her work is evidence-based, drawing from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, somatic approaches, and mindfulness-based interventions. Her practice is trauma-informed and neurodivergent-affirming, with a strong belief that when people learn to understand and respond skilfully to their inner experience, they can both thrive in life and perform at their best.
AVAILABLE: MON | TUE | WED | THUR 8:00AM - 4:00PM
In addition to the General Psychology space, Georgia is also the founder of Inner Action Psychology. Inner Action Psychology is the side of Georgia's practice dedicated to sport, exercise and performance psychology. This side of her work extends beyond traditional mental health care to help individuals, athletes, coaches, teams, and professionals develop the mindset and psychological skills needed to perform at their best. Click the buttons on the right to learn more about this side of Georgia's practice.
SALLY HORNE SHE | HER
General Registration
Sally works collaboratively with clients across a range of concerns, including anxiety and mood difficulties, stress and burnout, grief and loss, emotional regulation challenges, life transitions, relationship concerns, work or academic pressures, sleep difficulties, perfectionism, and broader personal growth or meaning-focused work.
With a background spanning psychology, health, and coaching, Sally has a particular interest in supporting people living with chronic health conditions, pain, fatigue, or the psychological impacts of illness, injury, and medical treatment. She also enjoys working with healthcare professionals and others in demanding helping roles who may be balancing high responsibility with their own wellbeing.
Sally takes an evidence-based, integrative approach to therapy, supporting clients to better understand patterns in their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours and to develop practical, sustainable ways forward. Her work draws on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, mindfulness and self-compassion approaches, as well as strengths-based and solution-focused strategies informed by coaching and positive psychology.
Sally holds a Master of Professional Psychology and a Master of Science in Coaching Psychology, along with postgraduate and graduate diplomas in psychology and a Bachelor of Health Science (Chinese Medicine). She has completed additional training in mindfulness-based approaches including Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and Cultivating Emotional Balance.
AVAILABLE: WED | THUR | FRI 9:00AM - 5:00PM
RACHEL COLLISHAW SHE | HER
Child + Youth Psychotherapist | Education Liaison
Rachel supports children, adolescents and their families with evidence-based, trauma-informed therapy grounded in CBT. With nearly 20 years experience in education, Rachel uniquely bridges the gap between mental health and the school system, working collaboratively with her clients, families, clinicians and schools to support wellbeing across home, classroom and therapy settings.
Rachel also plays a key role in supporting families and educators following educational assessments or diagnoses, providing tailored, developmentally appropriate recommendations that translate insight into clear, practical action.
Rachel can provide support with:
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School refusal, separation anxiety, social anxiety
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Emotional dysregulation at school and behaviour or oppositional responses
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Peer conflict and friendship difficulties
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Low school connectedness, academic disengagement, executive functioning difficulties, Task initiation and completion challenges
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Burnout in high-achieving students
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Emotional and behavioural support for neurodiverse students, including support with learning disorders, sensory processing differences and social skills development
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Support following diagnosis and identity integration
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Advocacy and school liaison for reasonable adjustments
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Transition planning (primary → secondary, secondary → post-school)
Rachel is also one of our HARDSHIP INITIATIVE (HI) practitioners - meaning clients are able to access low-cost mental health support under her service.
AVAILABLE: THUR 9:30AM - 5:00PM + FRI 8:00AM - 3:30PM
POPPY LEMMENS SHE | HER
General Psychologist
Poppy is a Registered Psychologist with a passion for supporting adolescents and adults. She has experience working across child and family services, psychosocial disability, and private practice, supporting clients with a wide range of mental health challenges.
Poppy brings a warm, authentic, and non-judgemental approach to her work, and places a strong emphasis on building genuine connections with her clients so they feel comfortable, heard, and supported.
She draws on a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, CBT-E for eating disorders, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills.
Poppy regularly incorporates client feedback to tailor sessions and support progress, whether that means adjusting the structure of sessions, presenting concepts differently, or incorporating more or fewer between-session tasks.
Her experience and areas of interest include anxiety, OCD, low mood, neurodivergence (particularly women diagnosed later in life), body image and relationships with food, insomnia and sleep difficulties, life transitions, relationship challenges, and burnout.
AVAILABLE: MON 9:00AM - 5:00PM + WED 9:00AM - 4:30PM
BRODIE DALE HE | HIM
General Psychologist
Brodie is a registered psychologist who works with adults across a broad range of mental health concerns, with a particular interest in anxiety disorders. He brings a calm, collaborative approach to therapy, focusing on building a space grounded in openness, honesty, and mutual respect.
He understands that each person’s experience is unique and layered. Brodie supports clients to explore their inner world in a way that feels safe and non-judgemental, including gently bringing awareness to patterns or aspects of self that may be difficult to notice but continue to shape thoughts, emotions, and behaviour.
Brodie places strong value on developing meaningful insight, helping clients make sense of their experiences rather than viewing them as something to simply “fix.” From this foundation, therapy becomes an opportunity to explore new perspectives and ways of responding. Alongside this, he focuses on translating insight into practical, real-world change, supporting clients to make shifts that feel relevant and sustainable in their day-to-day lives. He is also EMDR trained.
Brodie welcomes working with a wide range of adult clients and particularly enjoys supporting those experiencing anxiety, helping them better understand their internal experiences while building effective ways to navigate them.
AVAILABLE: THUR 8:00AM - 4:00PM
MIKAYLA HOWE SHE | HER
Provisional Psychologist | Counsellor
Mikayla joins Surf Coast Mind Body Health as an AHPRA registered provisional psychologist completing her final placement in her Master of Clinical Psychology.
With over five years of experience working within the mental health sector and practicing separately to her provisional registration as a counsellor, Mikayla is passionate about supporting individuals across the lifespan to enhance their mental health, wellbeing, and quality of life. She takes a warm, compassionate, and client-centred approach, creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.
Mikayla has a particular interest in supporting women and young adults to build self-worth, strengthen emotional regulation skills, and develop healthier patterns in relationships and everyday life. She adopts a holistic perspective, recognising the unique experiences, strengths, and challenges that shape each person's journey.
Drawing on evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Mikayla works collaboratively with clients to develop practical strategies, foster resilience, and create meaningful and lasting change.
Mikayla is also one of our HARDSHIP INITIATIVE (HI) practitioners - meaning clients are able to access low-cost mental health support under her service.
AVAILABLE: TUE | FRI 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Mikayla also shares mental health education, insights and reflections through her professional Instagram, Mind with Mik with the space shaped around her area of interest in Women's mental health. While she practices as a Provisional Psychologist at Surf Coast Mind Body Health, she is also a registered ACA counsellor and her social media offers prospective and current clients an opportunity to get a feel for her authentic style, values and therapeutic approach beyond the consulting room.
TRACEY KELLY SHE | HER
Provisional Psychologist
Tracey is an AHPRA registered Provisional Psychologist. She has a diverse professional background that includes early career work in psychology, a mid-career role in the human resources profession and a return to psychology driven by a longstanding passion for understanding and supporting people. She has recently completed a Master of Professional Psychology and is pleased to have joined Surf Coast Mind Body Health on her path towards registration as a General Psychologist.
Tracey works with people across the lifespan experiencing a range of psychological and life challenges, including stress and anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, self-esteem concerns, relationship difficulties, academic or work performance issues, and life transitions drawing on a range of evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT). She is trained in mindfulness-based strategies.
Tracey offers a holistic and collaborative approach and believes that life’s challenges can offer meaningful opportunities for learning and growth. Her work is informed by genuine curiosity, thoughtful analysis, and an outcome-focused mindset, with an interest in helping clients develop the insight, resilience and strategies to support beyond therapy.
Tracey has a warm, calm and approachable style and aims to provide a safe, respectful and non-judgemental space that supports holistic growth, self-understanding and positive change.
Tracey is also one of our HARDSHIP INITIATIVE (HI) practitioners - meaning clients are able to access low-cost mental health support under her service.
AVAILABLE: THUR | FRI 9:00AM - 5:00PM
DR VICKI TRETHOWAN SHE | HER
Counselling Psychologist | PsyBA Counselling Psychology Supervisor
Vicki is a highly experienced Counselling Psychologist with over 30 years of practice across both public and private sectors. She brings a steady, compassionate presence to her work, supporting adults and young people through complex and often challenging life experiences.
Vicki has a particular interest in working with trauma and PTSD, as well as depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and a range of relationship and personal difficulties. She understands that seeking support can feel daunting, and is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and non-judgemental space where clients feel heard and supported at their own pace.
Her approach is collaborative and client-centred. Vicki draws on a range of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based approaches. She incorporates practical strategies such as grounding, gratitude, and structured problem-solving to support emotional regulation, resilience, and day-to-day functioning.
Vicki works with a broad range of referral pathways, including Medicare, TAC, WorkCover, NDIS (self- and plan-managed), Victims of Crime, Open Arms (Veterans and Veterans Families), Ambulance Victoria (VACU), and Centacare. She welcomes enquiries from individuals and referrers to determine suitability of care.
In addition to her clinical work, Vicki is a Psychology Board of Australia-approved Registrar Program Principal Supervisor in Counselling Psychology, supporting the development of the next generation of psychologists.
AVAILABLE: MON 9:00AM - 7:00PM
DR MEDHANI HEWAGAMA SHE | HER
Consultant Psychiatrist
Dr Medhani is a highly experienced Consultant Psychiatrist with over a decade of practice across public and private mental health services, both internationally and within Australia.
She is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists, with additional specialist training completed in Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom. Dr Medhani brings a depth of expertise and a global perspective to her work, supporting individuals aged 16 and over with a wide range of mental health concerns.
Her clinical interests include mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, and anxiety-related conditions including obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), with an interest in ADHD. She is known for her thoughtful, thorough approach and commitment to evidence-based care.
Dr Medhani offers a warm, collaborative, and person-centred experience, taking the time to understand each individual beyond their symptoms. Her approach integrates biological, psychological, and social factors to deliver tailored treatment that supports long-term wellbeing and meaningful recovery.
AVAILABLE: WED 12:00PM - 5:00PM
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Provisional and Trainee Clinicians
At Surf Coast Mind Body Health we are proud to offer provisional and trainee clinicians a space where they can complete their training and develop their clinical skills to support the mental health and wellbeing of their clients while becoming fully qualified and registered clinicians with their relevant governing bodies.
All provisional and trainee clinicians are provided clinical supervision and are fully supported by our senior clinicians on site who are psychology board of Australia registered supervisors - an added bonus of receiving the input of two clinicians for the price of one.