DR NERALIE CAIN
Clinical Psychologist
Qualifications: Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), Master of Psychology (Clinical), PhD
Professional Memberships: Australian Psychological Society, Australian Association for Cognitive and Behaviour Therapy, Australasian Sleep Association, Australian POTS Foundation
Neralie first obtained her general registration as a psychologist in 2009, and has worked in a variety of private and public settings over the past 15 years. This has allowed her to build experience working with children, teens, and adults whose lives were affected by a range of psychological difficulties including depression and anxiety disorders. Neralie loves working with people who are neurodivergent and those from the LGBTQI+ community. She has also developed a passion for helping individuals with chronic health conditions (such as chronic pain, hypermobility, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, Endometriosis / pelvic pain, rheumatological conditions, and long COVID) to live a rich, full, and meaningful life.
Neralie uses a variety of treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing. All of her therapeutic approaches are neurodiversity-affirming.
As well as working in general clinical psychology, Neralie has also developed specialist knowledge and experience in psychological treatments for insomnia and other sleep problems. She has previously worked with the Canberra Sleep Clinic, the Adelaide Institute for Sleep Health (Repatriation General Hospital), and the Child & Adolescent Sleep Clinic (Flinders University). She received her training in sleep from Emeritus Professor Leon Lack and Professor Michael Gradisar, who are world-renowned experts in adult and paediatric sleep (respectively).
Neralie has given presentations at local, interstate, and international conferences and workshops, and has authored a number of peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters in the areas of child and adolescent sleep. In 2019 she completed her PhD, investigating the use of sleep restriction therapy as a transdiagnostic intervention for insomnia and anxiety in middle childhood (6-14yrs). This work was published in the Journal of Sleep Research (https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/jsr.13658).
Neralie is currently consulting on Tuesday at Magill and Wednesday to Friday at Malvern.
Bookings can be made online (for subsequent consultations) or by calling 8373 5655 (Malvern) or 7078 0303 (Magill).
PATRICK CARSON
Clinical Psychologist
Qualifications: Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), Master of Psychology (Clinical)
Patrick has a special interest in treating post-traumatic stress disorder, chronic pain, eating disorders, and sleep issues, in addition to a wide variety of psychological conditions including depression, anxiety, and borderline personality disorders. Patrick uses a variety of treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Enhanced Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT-E) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
Patrick has a range of experience working with adolescents and young adults, having worked within public Youth Mental Health teams. He also has experience working with adults experiencing chronic or persistent pain, or general psychological difficulties.
Due to the importance of sleep, and the significant impact the lack of sleep can have on our physical and mental health, Patrick particularly enjoys working with those experiencing sleep issues, like insomnia, waking during the night, or difficulty staying asleep.
Patrick is currently consulting on Monday at Malvern.
Bookings can be made by calling 8373 5655.
ALYSSA NIKOLAIDIS
Clinical Psychologist
Qualifications: Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours), Master of Psychology (Clinical)
Professional Memberships: Australian POTS Foundation
Alyssa has experience treating anxiety disorders, depression, traumatic stress, disordered eating, emotion dysregulation, borderline personality disorder, and long COVID. She uses a variety of treatment modalities including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). To build expertise and clinical mastery in the application of DBT, Alyssa recently completed the internationally accredited DBT Foundational/Intensive Course, which included consultation with DBT experts.
Alyssa completed her Bachelor of Psychological Science degree at the University of Adelaide, Honours at Flinders University, and Master of Psychology (Clinical) at the University of Southern Queensland.
Alyssa sees clients across the lifespan, and has a particular interest in working with children and young people (and their families). Her work has a strong focus on recovery, maximising wellbeing, assisting stabilisation of mental health, and building functional capacity for self-management.
As well as working with clients individually, Alyssa also has experience in delivering group therapy programs for clients who experience moderate to severe difficulties in regulating their emotions, focusing on improving emotional coping and building resilience.
Alyssa is currently consulting on Friday at Malvern.
Alyssa is not currently taking on new clients.
ALEX GILES
Psychologist
Qualifications: Bachelor of Social Work (Honours), Bachelor of Psychology (Honours),
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
Professional Memberships: League of Autistic Psychologists and Affirming Colleagues (LOAPAC)
Hi, I’m Alex (she/they)—a warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth psychologist (clinical registrar) with over 15 years’ experience in mental health, largely supporting children and parents to build happier, more connected relationships. I work across the lifespan and am especially passionate about supporting Autistic and ADHD individuals—including late-identified adults—and those who feel they “don’t quite fit the mould.” This includes supporting those navigating burnout and chronic health conditions.
I’m a neuroaffirming and gender-affirming clinician, and my space is LGBTQIA+ safe, kink- and poly-aware, inclusive of all identities and experiences—so you can feel safe to show up just as you are.
Together, we’ll explore what matters most to you, what’s getting in the way, and what helps you feel more connected and supported. My role is to help you better understand yourself and build a life that feels authentic, sustainable, and meaningful—because you don’t have to live life on hard mode.
I tailor therapy to your needs, drawing on a range of approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment-based work, Compassion-Focussed Therapy (CFT), and mindfulness and somatic techniques.
Areas I often support include:
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Autism and ADHD
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Burnout and chronic health
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Identity and relationship exploration
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Emotional regulation, sleep difficulties, anxiety, and stress
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Parenting and family dynamics
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Body image, eating challenges, and more
Outside of work, I enjoy good food, travel, Squishmallows, and chatting about my special interests (especially psychology!).
I currently consult on Tuesdays at Malvern and Wednesdays/Fridays at Magill.
Bookings can be made by calling 8373 5655 (Malvern) or 7078 0303 (Magill).
