These pains you feel are messengers. Listen to them.
— Rumi
Psychologists Team
Joanna Zhu
Joanna is a registered clinical psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia and Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). She is also a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and the College of Clinical Psychologist. Joanna grew up in Shanghai and has been living in Australia for more than 30 years. Joanna has extensive clinical experience working with adults, adolescents and children with Chinese background in both public hospital and private clinic. Joanna provides workshops to school psychologists and parents in order to increase the understanding of psychological needs of Chinese children. Joanna is passionate about helping Chinese parents to build better relationships with their children, and to train and support young Chinese speaking psychologists.
Jenny Liao
Jenny is a registered bilingual psychologist who believes in helping individuals through their difficulties by assisting them to understand and connect with the deepest part of themselves and their emotions. Jenny utilises a range of approaches, i.e. Intensive Short- term Dynamic Therapy (ISTDP), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and mindfulness, to help her clients through this process. Jenny offers a warm and nurturing space for her clients to process their emotions and traumas while remain goal-oriented in her work. Jenny’s training in educational and developmental psychology also provides her with extensive experience in assessing, treating and diagnosing developmental concerns and disorders, such as ASD, ADHD and learning difficulties. Jenny believes in constantly improving herself in order to be a better individual and therapist.
Jane Liang
Jane is a registered bilingual psychologist passionate about helping others overcome their mental health challenges, achieve their personal goals, improve their mental well-being, and lead fulfilling lives.
Jane has earned a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master’s degree in Counselling. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and integrated counseling strategies. Jane offers tailored treatment to individuals, couples, and teenagers facing various mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, social phobia, panic attacks, interpersonal/intimate relationship difficulties, etc.
In addition to psychotherapy, Jane offers assessments for developmental problems, including Autism, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), memory issues, and overall cognitive abilities.
As an LGBTQ+ friendly psychologist, Jane is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all her clients, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.