Psychology services at NLC Psychology are provided by
Dr Neralie Cain and Ms Alyssa Nikolaidis. Our psychologists are supported by the lovely Move for Better Health admin team.
Dr Neralie Cain
Clinical Psychologist
Qualifications: Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), Master of Psychology (Clinical), PhD
Professional Memberships: Australian Psychological Society, Australasian Sleep Association,
Australian POTS Foundation
Hi, I’m Neralie! I'm a neuroaffirming Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience supporting teens and adults to navigate life’s challenges. I have a special passion for working with neurodivergent individuals, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and those living with chronic health conditions such as chronic pain, hypermobility, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), endometriosis and pelvic pain, rheumatological conditions, and long COVID.
Alongside my broader clinical work, I have a special interest in supporting people with insomnia and other sleep difficulties. My background includes work with the Canberra Sleep Clinic, the Adelaide Institute for Sleep Health (Repatriation General Hospital), and the Child & Adolescent Sleep Clinic (Flinders University), and I conducted sleep research at both Masters and PhD level. I am passionate about helping you to identify what’s stopping you from sleeping well and retraining your unhelpful sleep associations to give you the best chance of a good night’s sleep, because sleep truly impacts all aspects of wellbeing.
I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches in my work, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing, all within a neurodiversity-affirming framework. Together, we’ll work on developing tools and strategies to help you live your best life and do all the things that are important to you.
Areas I often support include:
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Insomnia and other sleep difficulties (including those related to OSA / CPAP adherence)
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Chronic health and pain management (hypermobility, EDS, POTS, ME/CFS, long COVID, endometriosis, and more)
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Neurodivergence (Autism, ADHD, and more)
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Anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation
When I'm not at work, I love spending time with my two wonderful neurodivergent children, curling up with a good book, or getting lost in a creative project.
I currently consult on Mondays and Tuesdays at Magill and Wednesdays and Thursdays at Malvern. Bookings can be made online for existing clients (click here for Malvern or here for Magill), and for new clients please call 08 8373 5655 (Malvern) or 08 7078 0303 (Magill).
Alyssa Nikolaidis
Clinical Psychologist
Qualifications: Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours), Master of Psychology (Clinical)
Professional Memberships: Australian POTS Foundation
Hi, I’m Alyssa! I’m a registered Clinical Psychologist who understands the decision to seek therapy is a big step, and one that takes courage! I’m inspired by the bravery it takes to reach out for support, and I aim to create a safe, welcoming, and down-to-earth space where you can truly be yourself and feel heard.
I see therapy as a collaborative relationship between equals, where we work together to understand your experiences and explore what’s important to you. My role is to provide support, perspective, and practical tools to help you navigate challenges and move toward the kind of life you want to lead.
I enjoy working with clients across the lifespan and supporting people experiencing a wide range of difficulties. My approach is holistic and flexible, drawing on techniques from a range of evidence-based therapies and tailoring them to individual’s needs and preferences. I am particularly passionate about helping people develop assertiveness, emotional resilience, autonomy, self-respect, and a strong sense of self and purpose.
Areas I often support include:
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Anxiety, Depression
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Adjustment challenges
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Perfectionism and burnout
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Emotion dysregulation
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Low self-esteem
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Chronic health conditions (such as EDS and POTS)
Outside of sessions, you’ll usually find me enjoying good food and coffee (I can never pass up a choc berry almond croissant) or exploring Adelaide’s parks and beaches with my two dogs.
I currently consult at Malvern on Fridays and the last Saturday of each month. Bookings can be made online for existing clients and for new clients please call 08 8373 5655.