Amanda Borg
B. Nursing, RN, PostGrad Mental Health Nursing
Credentialed Mental Health Nurse | Certified Child-Parent Psychotherapy Practitioner | Board Approved Supervisor | Yoga Teacher
Amanda is a Credentialed Mental Health Nurse with nearly 20 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults and families across public and private mental health settings.
Amanda provides a warm, respectful and collaborative space where people can feel safe to explore what is happening for them. She understands that seeking support can sometimes feel difficult, and takes the time to develop a trusting therapeutic relationship with each person and family.
Amanda has a particular interest in working with infants, children, adolescents, young adults and families, including supporting parents through the challenges of parenting and family life. She is a certified Child-Parent Psychotherapist, with specialised training in supporting young children and caregivers where attachment, relationships, trauma or significant life experiences are affecting emotional wellbeing.
Amanda's approach is trauma-informed, neuro-affirming, and relational, recognising that every person and family is unique. Her therapeutic work draws on psychotherapy, family therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Therapy, mindfulness and therapeutic movement. Amanda is also a certified yoga teacher with Yoga Australia and may incorporate mindfulness, body awareness, breathwork and therapeutic movement into her work where appropriate.
As an Approved Supervisor, Amanda also provides professional supervision and support to mental health practitioners.
Amanda offers face-to-face therapy at our Sunbury clinic, as well as online therapy for those unable to attend in person.
Medicare rebates may be available for eligible clients with a GP referral or Chronic Disease Management Plan.
Mel O’Shea
B.Bus (Comm), Grad. Dip. Ed. (Sec), B. Soc. Sci (Psych)(Hons), M.Psych (Clinical)
Clinical Psychologist | Board Approved Supervisor
Mel is a Clinical Psychologist who offers psychotherapy to individuals and couples, creating a compassionate, non-judgmental space for growth and self-exploration.
Mel’s expertise includes supporting adults and young people through life transitions, relationship challenges, grief, anxiety and depression, along with processing trauma.
Trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy, Mel helps individuals explore their internal worlds, their patterns and the root causes of their struggles. Mel is also trained in Level 3 Gottman Method couples therapy, helping couples navigate conflict and reconnect.
Mel is a Board Approved Supervisor for psychologists completing training or seeking Clinical Endorsement.
Mel provides face to face psychotherapy in our Sunbury clinic and is also available for online therapy for those who cannot attend in person.
Emily McLoughlin
BA Hons (Psych); M.Psych (Clinical)
Clinical Psychologist | Board Approved Supervisor
Emily is a clinical psychologist who works with adults and older adolescents experiencing emotional and life challenges, including anxiety, stress, chronic health conditions, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship difficulties.
Emily offers a calm, welcoming space for clients and prioritises an open, trusting therapeutic relationship as the foundation for meaningful change. Emily draws on evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Schema Therapy. She believes in the importance of understanding how early attachment patterns shape relationship patterns and emotional processes.
Emily has extensive experience working with individuals living with chronic or complex health issues and is passionate about supporting overall wellbeing. She has a strong interest in mindfulness and somatic-based practices that enhance mind–body awareness and support nervous system regulation.
Emily is a Board Approved Supervisor for psychologists completing training or seeking Clinical Endorsement.
Emily provides face-to-face psychotherapy in our Sunbury clinic and also offers online sessions for clients who cannot attend in person.
Damon Lane
Counsellor
Damon has worked across a number of different sectors with people from all walks of life, which has shaped his approach to be a grounded, practical and approachable support person. Damon’s work is guided by empathy, directness and respect to support people to unpack what is going on for them and make meaningful change.
Damon welcomes clients of all ages and backgrounds but has a particular interest in working with young people aged 15+ and men, especially those from trade, labour or service backgrounds. Damon works with the presenting difficulties of ADHD, alcohol and other drug use, binge eating, anger issues, impulsive behaviour, anxiety and depression.
