Our Team at Ringwood

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A smiling woman with long brown hair and blue eyes, wearing a denim shirt and a leopard print scarf, standing indoors against a neutral wall.

Lauren Foreman

Principal Clinical Psychologist 

B.BSc, PostGradPsyc, GradDipProfPsych, MClinPsych (post-reg)

Availability: Saturdays - Ringwood & Doncaster

Ages: 15+

Lauren is a registered Clinical Psychologist who uses her experience from working in a wide range of social settings to enhance her treatment style. She is warm and relational with all her clients.

  • Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Anxiety

    • Depression

    • Grief and loss

    • Significant trauma

    • Relationship stress

    Lauren works with:

    • Teens

    • Adults

    • Couples

    • Athletes

    • C-suite Professionals

    • Management Teams

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT, ACT and Mindfulness techniques

    Lauren has extensive experience working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression & grief as well as exploring trauma and relationship dynamics. She is available for appointments on alternating Saturdays at our Ringwood & Doncaster clinics.

    Due to limited availability, please contact us to express interest in making an appointment with Lauren.

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A young woman with curly brown hair and light skin smiling, dressed in a black blazer over a blue button-up shirt, standing indoors near a white brick wall.

Isabelle Eikelis

Provisional Psychologist 

BPsychSc, GradDipPsychAdv, MProfPsych (Current)

Availability:
Tuesdays - Doncaster
Wednesdays & Fridays - Ringwood

Ages: All ages

Isabella is a registered Provisional Psychologist currently completing her Master’s of Professional Psychology. She brings warmth, empathy, and authenticity into every session and values creating a space where clients feel both supported and empowered.

  • Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Anxiety disorders

    • Neurodevelopmental disorders

    • Learning difficulties

    • School refusal

    • Parent-child attachment difficulties

    Bella works primarily with:

    • Children

    • Teens

    But does also work with adults & parents

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT, ACT and Mindfulness techniques

    Bella enjoys working with individuals navigating anxiety, learning difficulties & barriers to attending school and she believes in learning from each individual as much as they may learn from her. She is available for appointments on Tuesdays at our Doncaster clinic and Wednesdays & Fridays at our Ringwood clinic.

    Book an appointment here

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Close-up photo of a man wearing a beige button-up shirt, smiling, with dark hair and light brown eyes indoors near a window.

Chris Ziegenbein

Lead Psychologist
(Clinical Registrar) 

BPsych, PGDipPsych, GDipProfPsych, MClinPsych(PostReg)

Availability:
Mondays & Wednesdays - Ringwood
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays - Doncaster

Ages: All ages

Chris is a registered General Psychologist known for his warm, collaborative, and practical approach to care. He has a strong interest in helping clients manage the symptoms of chronic and fluctuating health conditions, whether working toward symptom reduction or developing strategies to navigate the ongoing impact of a medical condition in daily life.

  • Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

    • IBD (Irritable Bowel Disease)

    • FND (Functional Neurological Disease)

    • POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome

    • Anxiety & Mood Disorders

    Chris works with:

    • Children

    • Teens

    • Adults

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT, ACT, Mindfulness techniques and Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy.

    Chris explores the psychological mechanisms that can maintain or exacerbate physical symptoms, including stress responses, avoidance patterns, hypervigilance, and unhelpful cognitive processes and he supports clients to understand their bodies, interrupt unhelpful cycles, and build practical coping strategies. He is available for appointments on weekdays at our Ringwood & Doncaster clinics.

    Book an appointment with Chris here

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A young woman with dark hair styled in a bun, smiling outdoors with sunlight on her face, wearing a black t-shirt and a dark gray coat.

Sravya Chintalapudi

General Psychologist 

MProfPsych, BPsych(Hons)

Availability:
Mondays - Ringwood
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays - Narre Warren

Ages: All ages

Sravya is a registered General Psychologist who is committed to building a warm, non-judgemental, and empathetic environment where clients feel comfortable and empowered to share challenges and achieve desired therapy goals.

  • Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Anxiety

    • Depression

    • Grief and Loss

    • Anger management

    • Stress

    • Neurodivergence

    Sravya works with:

    • Children

    • Teens

    • Adults

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT & ACT

    Sravya values a collaborative and strengths-based approach, individualising coping strategies and techniques to each client and is focused on creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful space that is culturally sensitive and neuro-affirming.

    In addition to English, Sravya is also fluent in Telugu. She is available for appointments on Mondays at our Ringwood clinic and Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays at our Narre Warren clinic.

    Book an appointment with Sravya here

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A woman with long blonde curly hair, wearing a pink and white checked blazer and a white top, smiling while sitting in a bright room near large windows with sunlight streaming in.

Sophie Clarke

General Psychologist

BA(Psych)(Hons-class 1)

Availability:
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Saturday - Telehealth

Ages: All ages

Sophie is a registered General Psychologist with a warm and empathetic approach, who is open and honest with all clients and aims for clients to feel supported in their therapeutic journey.

  • Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Low self-esteem

    • Mood and anxiety disorders

    • Alcohol & other substance use

    • Sleep disturbances

    • Relationship issues

    • Anger management

    • Stress

    • Disabilities or carers of individuals with a disability

    Sophie works with:

    • Children

    • Teens

    • Adults

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT, ACT, Mindfulness techniques and the development of self compassion

    Sophie is equipped to support individuals of all ages with a broad range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress management and sleep disturbances. She is available for appointments on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Saturdays via Telehealth.

    Book an appointment with Sophie here

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Close-up of a woman with long brown hair, smiling, wearing a light blue ribbed top, in front of a plain light-colored background.

Sharina Riva

General Psychologist 

BPsychSc, GradDipPsychAdv, MProfPsych

Availability:
Mondays & Fridays - Ringwood

Ages: All ages

Sharina is a registered General Psychologist who is committed to building a genuine, collaborative relationship with each client, creating a safe and supportive environment where they feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and emotions.

  • Sharina is qualified to conduct:

    • ADHD Assessments

    • Autism Assessments

    • Cognitive Assessments

    Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Neurodivergence

    • Anxiety

    • Depression

    • Anger management

    • Low self esteem

    • Stress

    Sharina works with:

    • Children

    • Teens

    • Adults

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT & ACT

    Sharina recognises the vulnerability that comes with seeking help and works to establish trust and connection, empowering clients in their journey toward improved mental health. She is available for appointments on Mondays and Fridays at our Ringwood clinic.

    Book an appointment with Sharina here

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Close-up of a woman smiling, with blonde hair, wearing a black top, standing indoors with blurred background.

Abbey Cheney

General Psychologist

BPsychSc, GradDipPsychAdv, MProfPsych

Availability:
Tuesdays - Doncaster
Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays - Ringwood

Ages: All ages

Abbey is a registered General Psychologist who approaches her practice with a strengths-based perspective, which allows her to highlight and build upon each client’s unique capabilities. She believes that everyone has the potential to grow and overcome challenges with the right support.

  • Abbey is qualified to conduct:

    • ADHD Assessments

    • Cognitive Assessments

    Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Mood and anxiety disorders

    • Alcohol & other substance use

    • Sleep disturbances

    • Anger management

    • Stress & burnout

    • Neurodivergence

    Abbey works with:

    • Children (4+)

    • Teens

    • Adults

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT, ACT and Mindfulness techniques.

    Abbey fosters a warm, empathetic environment that helps clients feel safe and understood. This approach encourages open communication, allowing clients to explore their specific needs, navigate difficulties, and make meaningful progress in therapy. She is available for appointments on Tuesdays at our Doncaster (Melbourne) clinic and Ringwood (Melbourne) on Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays.

    Book an appointment with Abbey here

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A young woman with long dark hair, wearing a red blazer and black shirt, smiling and holding a smartphone in her hand.

Bhavi Patel

General Psychologist 

MProfPsych, BPsych(Hons)

Availability:
Tuesdays - Ringwood
Wednesdays & Thursdays - Narre Warren

Ages: All ages

Bhavi is a registered General Psychologist who values a collaborative and strengths-based approach, encouraging clients to explore their challenges, develop coping strategies and achieve their goals.

  • Bhavi has extensive experience in conducting:

    • ADHD Assessments

    • Autism Assessments

    • Cognitive Assessments

    Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Anxiety

    • Depression

    • Trauma

    • Difficult relationship dynamics

    • Anger management

    • Stress

    • Neurodivergence

    Bhavi works with:

    • Children

    • Teens

    • Adults

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT, ACT as well as a range of other evidence-based modalities

    Bhavi passionately supports culturally diverse populations, creating inclusive spaces where individuals feel understood and supported in their mental health journey.

    In addition to English, Bhavi is also fluent in Hindi and Gujarati. She is available for appointments on Tuesdays at our Ringwood clinic and Wednesdays & Thursdays at our Narre Warren clinic.

    Book an appointment with Bhavi here

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Mona Andalib

General Psychologist

BAppSc(Psych), BPsychSci(Hons), MA-COU

Availability:
Mondays & Tuesdays - Narre Warren
Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays - Ringwood
Saturdays - Doncaster

Ages: 16+

Mona is a registered General Psychologist whose deep commitment is rooted in her client-centred approach, where she prioritises the progress and well-being of her clients in her therapeutic practice.

  • Mona is qualified to conduct:

    • ADHD Assessments

    • Autism Assessments

    • Cognitive Assessments

    Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Anxiety disorders

    • Mood disorders

    • Neurodivergence

    Mona works with:

    • Teens

    • Adults

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT, ACT and EMDR

    In addition to English, Mona is fluent in both Farsi and Dari. She is available for appointments on weekdays & Saturdays across all 3 clinics.

    Book an appointment with Mona here

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Close-up of a young woman with long brown hair, light skin, wearing a black top and cream-colored cardigan, smiling softly against a plain light gray background.

Eliza Doumakis

General Psychologist 

BA(Psych), GradDipPsychAdv, MProfPsych

Availability:
Mondays - Doncaster
Tuesdays - Ringwood

Ages: 6+

Eliza is a registered General Psychologist who aims to provide a safe and comforting space to work collaboratively and non-judgmentally through her client’s difficulties.

  • Eliza is qualified to conduct:

    • ADHD Assessments

    • Cognitive Assessments

    Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Anxiety

    • Depression

    • OCD

    • Anger management

    • Eating disorders

    • Neurodivergence

    Eliza works with:

    • Children (6+)

    • Teens

    • Adults

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT, ACT and Client-Centred Therapy

    Eliza helps clients struggling with a broad range of mental health issues and is passionate about conducting assessments. She is available for appointments on Mondays at our Doncaster clinic and Tuesdays at our Ringwood clinic.

    Book an appointment with Eliza here

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A smiling woman with long blonde hair wearing a blue textured sweater and a silver chain necklace outdoors with greenery in the background.

Caley Redstall

Clinical Psychologist

BBehavSc (Psych), BSc (Hons) Major Psychology, MProfPsych, MPsychClin.

Availability:
Tuesdays - Ringwood
Wednesdays - Doncaster

Ages: 6+

Caley is a registered Clinical Psychologist and adopts a warm and empathetic approach to her practice to ensure clients feel accepted, safe, and valued without judgement. She respects the courage it takes to seek professional help and values clients’ individual differences and preferences within therapy.

  • Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Neurodivergence

    • Anxiety

    • Depression

    • Trauma

    Caley works with:

    • Children (6+)

    • Teens

    • Young adults

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT, ACT, DBT and Mindfulness techniques

    Caley respects the courage it takes to seek professional help and values clients’ individual differences and preferences within therapy. She is available for appointments on Tuesdays at our Ringwood clinic and Wednesdays at our Doncaster clinic.

    Book an appointment with Caley here

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Close-up of a middle-aged man with glasses, short dark hair, and light facial hair wearing a light gray dress shirt, against a blurred neutral background.

Greg Troup

Clinical Psychologist 

MPsychClin

Availability:
Tuesdays - Ringwood
Thursdays - Doncaster

Ages: 6+

Greg is a registered Clinical Psychologist with over 30 years of experience. He has a special interest in chronic health conditions, including chronic pain.

  • Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Chronic Health conditions

    • Trauma

    • Phobias

    • Alcohol and substance use

    • Grief and loss

    Greg works with:

    • Children (6+)

    • Teens

    • Adults

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT, ACT, clinical hypnosis, schema and EMDR.

    Greg believes that a warm, non-judgmental approach is the key to helping his clients talk about life challenges and come to a helpful course of action. He is available for appointments on Tuesdays at our Ringwood clinic and Thursdays at our Doncaster clinic.

    Book an appointment with Greg here

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Cathy Fowler

General Psychologist

BBS (Psychology), Grad Dip Psychology Advanced, M.Psych

Availability:
Monday - Friday - Ringwood

Ages: 16+

Cathy is a registered General Psychologist who aims to understand individuals’ concerns and legitimise their experiences, creating an environment where they feel safe, can express their needs and identify goals.

  • Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Grief and loss

    • Trauma

    • Anxiety

    • Depression

    • Life transitions

    Cathy works with:

    • Teens (16+)

    • Adults

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT, ACT and Mindfulness techniques

    Cathy provides her clients with unconditional acceptance and the space in which they can express themselves freely. Her aim is to work in collaboration with her clients so their mental health journey is shared. She is available for appointments on weekdays at our Ringwood clinic.

    Book an appointment with Cathy here

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A woman with light skin and hopeful expression, smiling with teeth showing, standing against a beige cinder block wall, wearing a dark plaid shirt and jewelry including a necklace with an unreadable gold pendant.

Erin Serong

General Psychologist 

BAppSci (Health Sciences), GradDipPsy

Availability:
Thursdays & Fridays - Ringwood

Ages: 18+

Erin is a registered General Psychologist who is a thoughtful and empathic therapist and is passionate about providing people with a safe space to explore their experiences

  • Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Low self-esteem

    • Depression

    • Bipolar

    • Anxiety

    • OCD

    • Trauma

    • Stress

    Erin works with:

    • Young Adults

    • Parents

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT, DBT, ACT and Schema Therapy

    Erin is passionate about creating a space for clients to foster deeper self-understanding and draw on their inner strengths so they can fulfil their innate potential. She is available for appointments on Thursdays & Fridays at our Ringwood clinic.

    Book an appointment with Erin here

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A woman with long black hair wearing a gray blazer and white top, smiling at the camera, standing in front of a blurred background of windows.

Nadia Ha

General Psychologist

BPsychSc, GradDipProfPsych, MProfPsych

Availability:
Mondays & Thursdays - Ringwood

Ages: 18+

Nadia is a registered General Psychologist who is inclusive in supporting clients in their individual goals and welcomes assisting people from diverse backgrounds. She aims to facilitate a safe environment where clients feel empowered in their approach to apply a solution-focused approach in improving their quality of life.

  • Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Low self-esteem

    • Mood and anxiety disorders

    • Alcohol & other substance use

    • Sleep disturbances

    • Relationship issues

    • Anger management

    • Stress

    • Disabilities or carers of individuals with a disability

    Sophie works with:

    • Children

    • Teens

    • Adults

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT, ACT, Mindfulness techniques and the development of self compassion

    Sophie is equipped to support individuals of all ages with a broad range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress management and sleep disturbances. She is available for appointments on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Saturdays via Telehealth.

    Book an appointment here

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Close-up of a young woman with long dark hair and hazel eyes, smiling softly, wearing a black blazer and white top, standing against a plain background.

Emily Mustafa

General Psychologist 

BA(Psych), GradDipPsych, MProfPsych

Availability:
Currently not accepting new clients

Ages: 6+

Emily is a registered General Psychologist who is passionate about working with diverse cultural backgrounds and gender diverse individuals and utilises a holistic approach, adopting a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental method approach to therapy.

  • Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Anxiety

    • Depression

    • PTSD

    • Sleep disturbances

    • Relationship issues

    • Anger management

    • Stress

    • High functioning autism

    She has also worked with individuals with disabilities

    Emily works with:

    • Children

    • Teens

    • Adults

    Therapeutic approaches include: CBT, ACT and Mindfulness techniques

    Emily values a collaborative and strengths-based approach, creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful space that is culturally sensitive and neuro-affirming.

    When she is available for appointments, Emily works Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays at our Ringwood clinic.

    Join the waitlist for appointment with Emily here

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A smiling woman with wavy dark hair and light skin, wearing a beige top and layered necklaces, standing indoors with a blurred background and natural light coming from the window.

Ebanee Loquancio

Senior Clinical Psychologist

BA (Psych & Crim), PostGradDipPsych, MPsychClin

Availability:
Currently not accepting new clients

Ages: 18+

Ebanee is a registered Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about engaging in collaboration with her clients, in a partnership, working towards a positive outcome and has worked in community counselling services, the private sector, and now predominantly works with adults.

  • Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Depression

    • Anxiety

    • PTSD

    • Grief and loss

    • Sleep disturbances

    • Relationship issues

    Ebanee works with:

    • Adults

    Ebanee works from a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy background, utilising techniques from various approaches including: Person-Centred, Solution-Focused and Interpersonal Therapy. 

    When she is available for appointments, she works on Wednesdays from our Doncaster clinic & Thursdays from our Ringwood clinic.

    To express interest in an appointment with Ebanee, contact us here

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A smiling woman with long reddish-brown hair wearing a black sweater, standing against a light-colored brick wall.

Genevieve Abbott

Clinical Psychologist 

BPsychSc, GradDipProfPsych, MProfPsych, MPsychClin

Availability:
Not currently accepting new clients

Ages: 18+

Gen is a registered Clinical Psychologist who aims to provide a respectful and safe environment that is conducive to helping clients gain a greater understanding of themselves and their environment while empowering them to develop effective skills to help improve their wellbeing.

  • Genevieve is qualified to conduct:

    • ADHD Assessments

    • Autism Assessments

    • Cognitive Assessments

    Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Anxiety

    • Depression

    • OCD

    • Personality disorders

    • Trauma

    Gen works with:

    • Adults

    Gen has experience using a variety of evidence-based therapeutic techniques and tailors her approach to the individual needs of her clients.

    When she is available for appointments, Gen works on Mondays at our Doncaster clinic, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays at our Ringwood clinic and is available via Telehealth on Tuesdays

    To express interest in an appointment with Genevieve, contact us here

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A young woman with long, dark wavy hair smiling, wearing a black sweater with large white polka dots, colorful earrings, a pendant necklace, and sitting in front of a window with curtains.

Morgan Cree

Clinical Psychologist

BPsyc, PostGradDipPsych, GradDipProfPsych, MPsych(Clin)

Availability:
Not currently accepting new clients

Ages: 2+

Morgan is a registered Clinical Psychologist with a background in behaviour therapy. She has experience working in a number of environments, including child and adult mental health, early intervention for children with autism spectrum disorder, behaviour support and schools.

  • Morgan is highly experienced in conducting:

    • Autism Assessments

    • Cognitive Assessments

    • Educational Assessments

    • ADHD Assessments

    • Vocational Assessments

    Best fit for clients experiencing:

    • Anxiety

    • Depression

    • Trauma

    • Life transitions

    In addition, she also has extensive experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and general behavioural difficulties. 

    Morgan works with:

    • Children

    • Teens

    • Adults

    When she is available for appointments, she works on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays at our Doncaster clinic and Tuesdays & Thursdays at our Ringwood clinic.

    Express interest in booking an appointment with Morgan here

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