Clinicians
Thrive Wellness Collective has a number of independent clinicians that use the space to see and support their clients. Meet the clinicians who currently work out of our offices.
Co-Director / Educational & Developmental Psychologist
Chelsea Heights & Mornington
Kirsty Vondeling
Kirsty is an Educational and Developmental Psychologist who gained her clinical experience working with children, adolescents and adults across educational and private practice settings in south-east Melbourne.
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Areas of practice:
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Anxiety
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Stress
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Self-esteem
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Low mood
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Communication
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School-related issues
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Interpersonal challenges
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Life transitions & adjustment
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Parent support​
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Outside of work Kirsty enjoys spending time with her two little girls, cooking, propagating plants, and travelling.
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Kirsty sees clients aged 6 years – 18 years.
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Website: https://www.centreofmind.com.au/
Co-Director / Registered Psychologist
Chelsea Heights & Mornington
Katherine Shaw
Katherine has over 8 years experience working across educational and private settings. She values providing an engaging, safe and non-judgemental space for her clients.
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Areas of practice:
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Anxiety
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Low mood
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Emotional regulation
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Anger
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Self-esteem
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Interpersonal relationships
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Adjustment and life changes
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Outside of work Katherine enjoys walking her dog at the beach, spending time with family, and travelling.
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Katherine sees children 12 and under, and adults​​ 18+.
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Mental Health Social Worker
Chelsea Heights
John Riddle
John is a unique practitioner that utilises a variety of therapeutic approaches dependent on the needs of the person(s). Core to successful counselling is John’s commitment to providing a safe, positive and empathic environment that is founded on empowerment, acceptance and trust. In working with young people and adolescents, John has a unique ability that utilises his extensive experience to engage, support and empower them on their life journey building resilience and skills to manage the range of mental health concerns they face.
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Areas of practice:
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Anxiety
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Stress
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Body image & self-esteem
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Depression
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Low mood
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Communication
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School issues
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Interpersonal relationships
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Life transitions and adjustment
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John sees children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
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Clinical Psychologist
Chelsea Heights & Online
Dr Kara Yeske
Kara has 18 years experience in the field of psychology and 15 years practicing as a Clinical Psychologist. More than a decade offering Marriage/ Couples Counselling, individual Adult Relationship Counselling, and Parenting support. Extensive experience supporting Adults navigate emotional challenges and stressful life events.
Kara shows up as her authentic self, to offer connected, balanced and humanising support. Dedicated to you feeling genuinely supported, while providing the space and guiding tools, to enhance connections, care for yourself, and map a road towards your desired goals. Be empowered to overcome emotional barriers, self-regulate strong emotions, and build confidence in your capabilities.
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Areas of practice:
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Couple relationship issues
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Individual relationship issues
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Parenting support
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Stress
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Anxiety
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Pregnancy uncertainty/anxiety
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Adjustment and change
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Burn out
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Life transition
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Depression and low mood
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Grief/loss
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Communication
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Self-esteem
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Kara sees adults (18 years+) individually, parents and couples.
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Website: https://www.mapyourway.com.au/
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Registered Psychologist
Mornington & Online
Dr Jane Morgan
Jane has experience working across hospital, health, university, and clinical trial settings. She has delivered both individual and group therapies, supporting clients ranging from children to adults. Jane primarily integrates Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into her practice, while also drawing on elements of Schema Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to provide a comprehensive, tailored approach for each client.
In addition to her clinical work, Jane has a background as a family violence practitioner, where she spent several years working with victim-survivors of family violence. This experience has further shaped her trauma-informed approach to therapy.
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Areas of practice:
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Supporting individuals in understanding and embracing their neurotype, helping them identify their strengths and fostering a greater sense of self-awareness.
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Trauma
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Mood disorders
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Anxiety disorders (including OCD)
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Autism/ADHD assessment and support
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Grief and loss
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Chronic pain and illness
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When not working, Jane enjoys time with her family, walking on the beach, drinking cups of tea (!) and spending time with her boxer, Nigel.
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Jane sees children and adults.
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Website: https://janemorganpsychology.com/
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Clinical Psychologist
Mornington & Online
Dr Yvonne Yap
Yvonne is a registered clinical psychologist who works with adults, adolescents and children. Her clinical experience comes from years of working in private psychology clinics, universities and various public hospital departments. She is passionate about empowering her clients to experience meaningful change by gaining new insights and by learning helpful psychological skills and strategies.
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Areas of practice:
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Emotional regulation
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Trauma & complex trauma
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Mood disorders
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Anxiety
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Panic attacks
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Obsessions and compulsions
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Sleep problems
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Neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism, ID)
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Perinatal mental health
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Parenting
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Study & work stress
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Grief & loss
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Relationship/family of origin issues
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Chronic illness and pain
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Life changes
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Culture
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Identity
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Perfectionism
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When not in the office you’ll find her enjoying the great outdoors, spending time with family and friends, honing her breadmaking skills, walking the dog and planning her next travel adventure.
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Yvonne sees clients aged 7+
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Website: https://discernpsychology.com.au
Registered Psychologist (Educational and Developmental Registrar
Chelsea Heights, Mornington & Online
Elyse Nash Ferry
Elyse provides individual therapy for children and young people aged 10 - 25 years. She has over a decade of experience working closely with children and young people in various roles across educational, clinic and community settings. Committed to fostering positive, collaborative relationships, Elyse approaches her work with a playful and engaging demeanour with children, and a down to earth rapport with teens and young people. Elyse draws upon various evidence-based approaches in her practise, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
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Areas of practice:
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Anxiety
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Study stress/VCE stress
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Life transitions
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Self-esteem
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Low mood
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Emotional regulation
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Parent support
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Outside of her work, Elyse enjoys spending time with her two boys and exploring the local beaches and community.
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Elyse sees adolescents and young adults (10 to 25 years)
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Website: https://www.elysenfpsychology.com/
Registered Psychologist
Chelsea Heights & Online
Margaret Baker
Marg is an easy going, friendly Psychologist who has worked across several settings, supporting people of all ages and from all walks of life. Marg's approach views the human experience through the lens of attachment theory and approaches to therapy that harness connections between the brain, mind and body, including Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR).
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Areas of practice:
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Anxiety and worry
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Depression and low mood
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Times of change and life transitions
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Confidence and self-esteem
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Personality vulnerabilities
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Grief and loss
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Anger, resentment and frustration
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Identity questions
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Relationship challenges
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Trauma and PTSD
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Parenting support and psychoeducation
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Burn-out or stress
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In her spare time, Marg enjoys having adventures with her fiancé and their Labrador pup, Walter. Together they love hiking and going for long walks in nature. Experience has taught her that authenticity, human connection, a good sense of humor and self-compassion are important in creating a good life. Like all humans, she's working on it.
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Margaret sees adolescents 14+ and adults
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Website: https://www.thecuriouspsych.com.au
Registered Psychologist
Chelsea Heights & Online
Emily Teape
Emily is a friendly, compassionate, open-minded, and determined Psychologist, who has worked with individuals, families, and care teams, supporting clients of all ages in private practice, educational, and community settings. She has experience completing assessments and funding applications/reviews, as well as providing counselling and intervention.​
Areas of practice:
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Neurodiversity (ADHD & Autism)
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Stress
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Anger Management
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Interpersonal and communication skills
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Relationship challenges
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Emotion- & self-regulation
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Self-esteem & confidence
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School & work difficulties
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Sleep & self-care
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Life transitions & adjustment
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Parenting support​
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Emily provides assessments for children (aged 6+), adolescents, and adults. Counselling for adolescents (aged 14+) and adults.
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