Psychologists
Meet Emily
Director & Owner / Psychologist
Emily Edwards is an Educational & Developmental psychologist, member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and a board-approved supervisor. Emily is the founder and director of Peninsula Child Psychology since it was established in 2021. She has worked within the private paediatric space for the last five years, as well as in the education department since 2020. Her client base includes neurodiverse children and adolescents, specifically females with ASD and ADHD, clients with social and emotional difficulties, grief and adjustment disorders, and mood disorders. She is trained in a range of therapeutic interventions including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and grief counselling, as well as range of parent support programs such as Tuning Into Kids (TIK). She is also trained in completing cognitive, behavioural, and neurodevelopmental assessments. Emily adopts a holistic and family-centred approach when working with her clients, and enjoys working within systems. She enjoys supporting families in understanding the processes associated with assisting their child and tailors this experience to every family she works with.​
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Days of work
Monday - Thursday
Friday (WFH/ Administration Day)
Meet Breanna
Psychologist
Breanna Davis is a fully registered psychologist with a Master of Clinical Psychology. She has extensive experience working with neurodivergent children, adolescents, and their families, providing tailored support to meet each family's unique needs. Breanna is skilled in cognitive, behavioural, and neurodevelopmental assessments and is dedicated to delivering tailored, compassionate support that respects each client's unique needs. Her practice emphasises a collaborative and inclusive therapeutic approach, creating a safe environment where clients and their families feel heard and valued. At Peninsula Child Psychology, Breanna is available specifically for psychological assessments, including those related to cognitive, learning, and neurodevelopmental areas. Please note that Breanna’s current availability does not include ongoing counselling and intervention support.​​​
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Days of work
Monday
Tuesday (WFH/ Administration Day)
Meet Jodie
Psychologist
Jodie van der Elst is a general psychologist and a clinical psychology registrar, with a passion for early nurturing of emotional wellbeing and agility. She has a Master of Psychology (Clinical) and prior experience supporting young people and their families within the community youth space, university clinic setting, and private hospital. Jodie offers client-centred therapeutic counselling and intervention to support pre-teens or youth, and their families to navigate a range of presenting challenges. With a warm and collaborative approach, she draws upon evidence-based and theoretical foundations and tailors her approach to the needs of the client and their family. These might include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, role-modelling, play, and more. Jodie also appreciates that families might benefit from support coping with life transitions, bereavement, medical diagnoses and health-related challenges.
Jodie is also trained in cognitive, educational, and clinical assessments for a range of presenting concerns, including anxiety, depression, learning difficulties, school disengagement, OCD, and ADHD. ​
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Days of work
Assessment: Tuesday
Intervention: Wednesday - Thursday
Meet Alex
Psychologist (Provisional)
Alexandra “Alex” Nixon is a dedicated Provisional Psychologist with a Master of Professional Psychology. Alex is passionate about helping families lead meaningful lives aligned with their values. She specialises in supporting children, adolescents, and families, with a strong interest in perinatal psychology, helping parents navigate pregnancy and the transition into parenthood and beyond. With a warm and compassionate approach, Alex creates a safe and calming atmosphere where clients and their families feel heard and comfortable sharing their stories. Therapy with Alex draws upon an integration of evidence-based principles, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Integrated Family System (IFS) as guided by each client's needs, goals and context. Alex takes a holistic, collaborative approach, working with clients and their families to develop personalised strategies that promote growth, resilience, and emotional well-being. Alex wholeheartedly believes the foundation of effective therapy lies in self-honesty, commitment to growth, and a genuine connection between therapist and client. Whether you're seeking support for yourself or a loved one, Alex offers a practical approach to facilitating meaningful change, with a focus on individuality, empathy, and genuine connection.​
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Days of work
Monday, Tuesday, Friday
Meet Tiana
Psychologist (Provisional)
Tiana Nikolova is a Provisional Psychologist with a passion for supporting children to build the foundations to improve their mental health and well-being. She has a Master of Professional Psychology and prior experience supporting children and their families within home and school based settings. Tiana has a wide-ranging experience working with neuro-diverse children offering a play-based and child-centered approach to counselling. She offers a warm and collaborative approach with a strengths-based focus to create a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for young people and their families. Tiana has experience supporting young people for a variety of presenting reasons including anxiety, depression, bereavement, emotion management and educational and behavioral concerns. She draws upon an integration of evidence-based practices and theoretical models including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as guided by the client’s goals and individual needs.
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Days of work
Wednesday to Friday
Client Support & Administration
Meet Liv
Client Support & Administration
Olivia Hamilton is currently completing a masters in educational and developmental psychology, and is passionate about mental health. As she pursues her dream of becoming a registered psychologist, she brings her warmth and compassion to the forefront of her role as a receptionist at our clinic. With a friendly demeanour, Liv welcomes families and clients alike, offering them the support they need throughout their visit to the clinic. Her genuine passion for mental health shines through as she strives to create a nurturing environment for all who walk through our doors.​
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Days of work: Tuesday
Meet Melissa
Client Support & Administration
Melissa Boyd provides a warm and friendly welcome to our clinic. In her role as clinic receptionist, Melissa is there to ensure our clients feel comfortable, nurtured, and supported. Melissa is very approachable with her sunny nature and the genuine compassion and care that she shows to all.
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Days of work: Wednesday & Thursday
Meet Tamzyn
Client Support & Administration
Tamzyn Febey was born and raised in Mount Eliza. She is an experienced, compassionate, bubbly and friendly medical receptionist and administrator. Tamzyn has a strong passion for mental health and working with children, and has previously nannied for family’s for many years. She takes pride in providing a warm and welcoming, supportive environment for both families and the patients.
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Days of work: Monday & Friday
Meet Olive
(the "other Liv")
Olive is a 6 year old Jug (Pug x Jack Russel). She enjoys eating, sleeping, and playing at the beach. Olive has a gentle, kind, and friendly demeanour, and enjoys cuddles and attention from all those around her. She brings additional comfort and support to all clients who come through the door and will be commencing her visiting dog training through the Lead the Way Institute in 2025.​
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