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Clinical Psychologist & Clinical Director Naomi has been a psychologist for over twenty years and has focused on working with children and young people. Naomi has a broad range of experience in working with children’s emotional, social, behavioural and learning needs. She has a strong interest in Autism Spectrum Disorders, both in assessment and treatment and in working with children experiencing anxiety and behaviour difficulties.Naomi will draw from Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Mindfulness Therapy in her work with children and their families.While Naomi works predominantly with primary school aged children, she has a passion for working with adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders.Naomi also provides clinical supervision to the other psychologists in the Centre.Please note Naomi is not currently available to take on new therapy clients.

Naomi Ward

Principal Psychologist (Midland)Sharon is a Registered Psychologist with a Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology. She has considerable experience in working with both children and teenagers as a School Psychologist, a Drug and Alcohol Counsellor, and as a Psychologist in private practice. Sharon is also a qualified Primary School Teacher and Art Therapist. Her professional experience is enriched in being the mother of two gorgeous and at times challenging sons.Whether it be difficulties at home or school, with family or friends, with playing or learning, Sharon describes her work with children as “just helping to make things better”. When necessary she takes on the role of child/teenager translator, mediator and advocate, to improve communication with the child’s network.She is skilled in assisting with issues arising fromseparation anxiety and school refusal
depression, suicidal ideation and self harm
family conflict from parenting a strong-willed child/teenager
adjustments to family separation or divorce
building resilience and self-esteem
bullying and study and social difficulties
learning difficulties (SLD: Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia)
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)Sharon’s primary intervention with her clients is based on Interpersonal Therapy. Her focus is on developing a positive rapport with clients. Sharon then employs evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) that addresses her clients thinking, behaviour, and feelings.Sharon often works with all her clients’ families and other stakeholder’s including teachers, paediatricians, and allied health professionals, towards improving her client’s over-all well-being.

Sharon Jones

Principal Psychologist (Midland)

Principal Psychologist (Bayswater) Candice is a Psychologist with a passion for working with children, adolescents and their families. She has experience working with young people of all ages and backgrounds and seeks to provide a safe, accepting and growth-promoting counselling environment.Acknowledging the uniqueness of every client, Candice draws from a range of therapeutic approaches to assist children and their families to work through difficulties such as depression, anxiety, life changes, school issues and trauma responses. Approaches include Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Trauma Informed care, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.Candi is also our Principal Psychologist at our Bayswater office and provides clinical supervision to other psychologists within the Centre.

Candice De Jager

Psychologist (Midland)Carl has experience providing counselling to children, adolescents, and families. Carl acknowledges that all children and adolescents are unique and require an individualised approach to support their needs. He also recognises that starting counselling can be often anxiety-provoking, and has a warm, soothing, and energetic approach for all clients.Carl has a Masters in Psychology (Professional) and utilises a number of evidence-based approaches to support children and their families with difficulties in learning, mental health, and behaviour. These approaches include solution focussed brief therapy (SFBT), cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), and positive behaviour support.Carl has a keen interest in developing children for life in the digital age, anxiety disorders, and gender identity.

Carl Tolomei

Psychologist (Midland)Laura is a Registered Psychologist with a background in Psychology and Disability Studies.As a psychologist she is passionate about creating a down to earth, safe and nurturing therapeutic environment in which her clients will be supported to explore their strengths, overcome their challenges and realise their full potential. She has a special interest in supporting young people and their families, as well as supporting individuals living with Autism Spectrum Disorder.Laura’s approach is grounded in developing an individualised plan for each client, and then drawing on a range of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Positive Behaviour Support, Applied Behaviour Analysis, and Solution-Focused Therapy as appropriate to the individual and their family’s unique needs and goals.

Laura Korlat

Psychologist (Midland)Christina is a Registered Psychologist with a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology. She has worked in the mental health sector across a variety of settings including public and private hospitals, government mental health services, secondary and tertiary education settings, and non-government organisations. She feels passionate about working with children and young people to create meaningful change in their lives.She is particularly interested in supporting children and adolescents with depression and anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and those who identify as LGBTI+. She utilises a variety of therapeutic approaches when working with young people and their families, and tailors her treatment approaches to the individual needs of each client. In her everyday life Christina loves to play music, and she will bring music into the therapy room if she feels it will add value to your sessions!

Christina Panos

Psychologist (Midland)Toni is a psychologist at the Child Wellbeing centre, based in Midland. Toni has completed her Masters in Psychology (Professional) and a Graduate Diploma of Education (School Psychology) which have provided her with the skills to implement a variety of evidence-based counselling techniques and therapeutic solutions for children, adolescents and families. She can support young people with difficulties in learning, mental health, and behaviour using approaches like Solution Focussed Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Positive Behaviour Support, and Applied Behaviour Analysis.Toni has a keen interest in working with young people on the Autism Spectrum, anxiety and depression, as well as helping young people navigate LGBTI+ identity.

Toni Schmitz

Katrina Burgess

Katrina Burgess

Penny Ya Fen Wong

Psychologist (Bayswater)Hannah is a psychologist at the Child Wellbeing Centre. She is passionate about assisting and empowering young people, children and their families to overcome emotional and relational difficulties.Hannah uses an integrative approach to therapy, where she draws from a variety of evidence-based interventions and techniques depending on her client’s needs and preferences. The client-therapist relationship takes centre-stage in Hannah’s therapeutic approach.Hannah holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology. She has a keen interest in research and knowledge translation and has several years of experience in mental health research including suicide prevention. She enjoys being able to put this knowledge into practice at the Child Wellbeing Centre.

Hannah Rosebrock

Provisional Psychologist (Bayswater)Hannah is Provisional Psychologist at the Child Wellbeing Centre. Having worked with a range of individuals across the lifespan in community practice and in school settings, Hannah has found a passion for working alongside and supporting young people and their families.In practice, Hannah strongly values building a safe and trusted environment with clients and draws from a range of therapeutic approaches to support each young person's needs and growth.Hannah holds a Master of Psychology (Professional) degree.

Hannah McBride

Provisional Psychologist (Bayswater)

Stephanie Di Giovanni

Stephanie Di Giovanni

Samantha Lock

Samantha Lock

Provisional Psychologist (Bayswater)

Counselling Psychologist (Bayswater)Ilana is a registered Counselling Psychologist and has been working within a private practise context since 2011. Ilana has worked with children and adolescents within a practise as well as school setting collaborating with teachers, paediatricians and other therapists to bring about positive change and growth. Ilana is passionate about working with children and adolescents with various emotional, social and behavioural problems. She also has experience in working with Autism, ADHD as well as different learning difficulties. Ilana is trained in a number of evidence-based therapeutic approaches and often utilizes an integrated approach working with the client and their family to tailor therapy to specific needs. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy as well as Mindfulness Therapy is often used as preferred therapeutic approaches.Ilana believes that building a good relationship with a client is the basis for success as well as integrating play and creativity into therapy.

Ilana Uys

Natalie Nguyen

Speech Pathologist (Midland)Virginia obtained a Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology from Curtin University. Since graduating she has worked with children in private practice with a range of speech and language challenges. She retains her link with the Curtin University through student supervision and sessional marking. Her experience includes working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, early intervention, school aged speech and language and literacy. Virginia is Hanen certified and enjoys supporting children as they develop stronger literacy skills.As a Speech Pathologist she enjoys the energetic and exciting nature of working with children and their families. By supporting and helping children in language and communication, Virginia believes that they will have greatly enhanced social and emotional connections in their daily activities.It is through the development of innovative individualised programs that Virginia strives to ensure that each child is given the opportunity to reach their full potential. Virginia is committed to delivering evidence-based quality services and strongly believes in providing therapy in a family-centred and holistic manner as to achieve functional and meaningful outcomes.

Virginia Paradiso

Speech Pathologist (Midland)Fang has graduated with a Bachelor of Science (Speech Pathology) from Curtin University. Fang has a strong interest in working with young children with language difficulties and primary school-aged children struggling with literacy.

Fang Min Lim

Speech Pathologist (Bayswater)Leonie has a Bachelor of Arts in English from The University of Western Australia and a Master of Speech Pathology from Curtin University. Since graduating in 2012, Leonie has worked in the public sector, the NDIS sector and as a private practitioner. Her experience includes working in rural and remote settings, as well as metropolitan Perth. Leonie has a particular interest in early language intervention, autism spectrum disorders and speech sound difficulties. She is trained in the Hanen- It Takes Two To Talk program and the Lidcombe Stuttering Program. Leonie is committed to providing evidence-based interventions, working in partnership with families to help them achieve their goals.

Leonie Stotzter

Vanessa is a highly experienced and engaging speech pathologist whose passion is working with children. In practice since 1997, she has expertise in supporting children with a wide range of presenting issues and challenges.

Vanessa Mariani

Jessica Clark

Jessica Clark

Naomi Forsey

Naomi Forsey

Program Manager ABACAS (Midland)Rachel is a Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst (BCaBA), specialising in behavioural therapy with children and adolescents. She serves as a Program Manager and positive behaviour support practitioner at ABACAS, the Child Wellbeing Centre.Rachel has worked in diverse settings including schools and homes, treating clients with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, global developmental delay, Prader Willi Syndrome, Fragile X syndrome, developmental delays, learning difficulties and behavioural challenges. In addition to her work with clients, Rachel supports Jenny Lin in supervising a team of Registered Behaviour Technicians (RBTs) to ensure that all clients receive quality care and support throughout their treatment with the Centre.Rachel's passion for her work is driven by the bonds she builds with her clients, and she applies a range of empirically supported strategies and procedures derived from the principles of behaviour over the course of their treatment. She also delivers evidence-based training and consultation to families and associated stakeholders. Rachel completed her Bachelor of Psychology at the University of Curtin in Perth, WA. As an ongoing effort to provide compassionate and up-to-date healthcare to her clients, Rachel is currently pursuing her Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) certification, as well as a Masters in Behaviour Analysis Practice with the University of Florida Tech.When not at work, Rachel is an outdoor enthusiast who loves to hike on scenic trails and explore the waterways in a kayak.

Rachel Puan

Case Manager & Provisional Psychologist (Midland)Simone is a Behaviour Therapist and Provisional Psychologist at the Child Wellbeing Centre. She has been working at the Centre over 5 years now. Simone enjoys using ABA to teach clients skills to help them become more independent. When she is not working with children she is working towards completing her registration as a psychologist. Simone also enjoys rowing and volunteering as part of the State Emergency Services.

Simone Healy

Lynette Tan

Case Manager (Midland)

Kate Hyde

Evelyn Slipper graduated with a Bachelor of Science (Psychology) from Curtin University. Throughout her degree, Evelyn volunteered with children of all ages and health, helping them learn basic skills, whilst providing children and their families with care and support. She believes that the key to creating a warm relationship with a child, is via seeing things from their perspective as well as making everything fun of course! Evelyn aims to continue to spark joy within children whilst seeing them reach their goals via gaining her behaviour therapist registration

Evelyn Slipper

Behaviour Therapist (Midland)

Occupational Therapist (Bayswater)Amina graduated from Curtin University with a Bachelor of Science- Occupational Therapy (Honours) in 2021. Her studies and volunteer role in pediatrics introduced a fondness for early intervention, as she enjoyed fostering rapport with the children and achieving functional outcomes through play-based interventions.Through her work and university placements, Amina has gained experience in the assessment, monitoring, intervention, and discharge planning for children with sensory regulation and fine motor difficulties. Amina understands the importance of creating a warm and safe environment in the clinic to assist with reaching developmental milestone goals in everyday setting.

Amina Bail

Jenny Lin