Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Laverton
Embodied Psychology is a client-centred mental health practice based in Laverton, Melbourne, offering in-person and telehealth services across Victoria and Australia. Founded by Dr Joanne Thorburn, a Clinical Psychologist with over two decades of multidisciplinary experience, we specialise in addressing complex psychological needs through an integrative approach that considers physical, social, and spiritual wellbeing. Our team works collaboratively with clients from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQIA community, to create tailored treatment plans.With expertise in depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, and neurodiversity, we prioritise evidence-based interventions and maintain strong partnerships with treating physicians. Our provisional psychologists provide accessible care under supervision, while our practice manager ensures seamless administrative support. We operate with a commitment to accessibility, cultural sensitivity, and ethical practice, adhering to strict child safety and professional conduct standards.
Services
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Management
Trauma Recovery
Neurodiversity Support
Chronic Pain Therapy
Autism Assessments
Grief Counselling
Parenting Support
Telehealth Consultations
Educational Assessments
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of clinical psychology experience with diverse client groups.
- Our integrative approach addresses physical, social, and spiritual aspects of mental health.
- Telehealth services available Australia-wide for increased accessibility.
- Specialised expertise in neurodiversity, chronic pain, and trauma recovery.
- Team includes AHPRA-registered clinical and provisional psychologists with supervision frameworks.
Services
Depression Treatment
Our depression treatment programs utilise evidence-based modalities to address persistent low mood, loss of interest, and emotional distress. We create individualised plans incorporating cognitive-behavioural techniques, mindfulness practices, and lifestyle modifications. Clients receive ongoing support through regular sessions with experienced psychologists who specialise in mood disorders.
Anxiety Management
Anxiety management services target excessive worry, panic attacks, and stress-related conditions through tailored interventions. Our clinicians employ exposure therapy, relaxation techniques, and cognitive restructuring to help clients regain control over anxious thoughts and physical symptoms.
Trauma Recovery
Trauma recovery programs address PTSD and complex trauma using EMDR therapy and trauma-informed care. We help clients process distressing memories while developing coping strategies for emotional regulation and interpersonal challenges stemming from traumatic experiences.
Neurodiversity Support
Neurodiversity support includes diagnostic assessments and therapeutic interventions for individuals across the autism spectrum. Our specialists provide tailored strategies for sensory processing, social communication, and executive functioning challenges in both children and adults.
Chronic Pain Therapy
Chronic pain therapy addresses the psychological aspects of persistent physical discomfort through acceptance and commitment therapy. We help clients develop coping mechanisms, improve sleep patterns, and enhance quality of life despite ongoing medical conditions.
People
Dr Joanne Thorburn
Clinical Psychologist
Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years' experience in mental health, disability support, and neurodiversity. Former educator and Barnados Mother of the Year recipient. Specialises in trauma, chronic pain, and autism assessments.
Suzana Bosevska
Practice Manager
Practice Manager with 30 years' medical administration experience. Oversees clinic operations and client coordination while providing multilingual (English/Macedonian) support to patients.
Eugenie Edillo
Provisional Psychologist
Provisional Psychologist offering supervised therapy sessions for children, adolescents, and adults. Specialises in developmental psychology and accessible mental health care.
Georgina Thompson
Provisional Psychologist
Provisional Psychologist providing evidence-based interventions under supervision. Focuses on developmental and educational psychology for diverse client groups.
Della Tanri
Provisional Psychologist
Masters student in Educational and Developmental Psychology offering provisional services until December 2024. Specialises in child and adolescent mental health assessments.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide depression treatment, anxiety management, trauma recovery, neurodiversity support, chronic pain therapy, and autism assessments for all ages.
Do you accept NDIS funding?
Yes, we accept both plan-managed and self-managed NDIS participants for therapy sessions and assessments.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Telehealth consultations are available Australia-wide for all our psychological services and assessments.
What are your cancellation policies?
48-hour notice required for cancellations, with 50% fee for late cancellations and full charge for no-shows. Assessments require 4-week notice for full refunds.
Do you offer Medicare rebates?
Clients with GP mental health care plans can claim Medicare rebates for clinical psychologist sessions.
How do I book an appointment?
Contact our reception team at 03-8593-9598 to schedule sessions with available psychologists or provisional practitioners.
