Meet Our In Clinic / Walk-and-Talk Therapy Team

Currently accepting new clients

Atholl is a warm, compassionate psychologist who helps adults and couples build safer, more connected, and more fulfilling lives.

Drawing on approaches such as psychodynamic, person-centred, and emotion-focused therapy, he supports clients in understanding themselves more deeply, navigating change, and strengthening relationships. With a calm and thoughtful presence, Atholl creates space for genuine growth, whether exploring identity, managing emotions, or rediscovering connection as a couple.

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Currently accepting new clients

Kylie is a compassionate psychologist who helps adults navigate life’s challenges through both Walk and Talk Therapy in nature and in-clinic sessions.

With a calm, person-centred approach, she supports clients experiencing trauma, anxiety, grief, and burnout, and has a special interest in working with health professionals and neurodivergent adults. Kylie creates a warm, reflective space where clients can reconnect with themselves, build resilience, and find meaningful growth.

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Currently accepting new clients

Debbie is a warm and collaborative psychologist who brings empathy, positivity, and a gentle approach to her work with children, teens, and adults.

With experience across schools, palliative care, and equine therapy, she helps clients navigate stress, anxiety, depression, and neurodivergence using evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, DBT, and EMDR.

Bilingual in English and Spanish, Debbie values teamwork and holistic care, supporting clients and families to grow with confidence and connection.

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Not currently accepting new clients

Karen is a Clinical Psychologist and founder of Sunrise Peak Psychology and Adventure Therapy. She supports children, adolescents, and adults through a warm and evidence-based approach that blends traditional therapy with creative, experiential, and nature-based practices. With expertise in anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodiversity, and emotional regulation, Karen creates a safe and engaging space where individuals can explore challenges, reconnect with their strengths, and move toward meaningful growth.

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Waiting period: 1 month

Jacinta sees clients at both Sunrise Peak Psychology - Paddington and Motion Health Rehab & Performance - Underwood

Jacinta is a psychologist who combines her love of sport, exercise, and the outdoors with her work supporting young people and adults to improve wellbeing and performance.

She helps individuals manage anxiety, perfectionism, low self-esteem, and emotional regulation through a compassionate, collaborative, and flexible approach. Using evidence-based therapies such as CBT, ACT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing, Jacinta creates a supportive environment, whether in the clinic or outdoors, to help people move toward balance, confidence, and growth.

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Not currently accepting new clients

Naomi is a warm and personable psychologist who creates a safe, supportive space for children, adolescents, and adults to explore their experiences and grow.

She draws on therapies such as CBT, ACT, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, and DBT to tailor each session to individual needs. Offering both in-clinic and outdoor therapy, Naomi helps clients navigate anxiety, perfectionism, relationship challenges, and life transitions with curiosity, compassion, and authenticity.

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BPsych(Honours), GradDipEd(Psych), BCom, BBA, PhD Doctoral Candidate, MAPS, MAAPi

Hi, I am Jo, an AHPRA Registered Psychologist and I provide a safe and non-judgemental approach towards helping people find their personal strengths and at the same time, explore and improve mental health challenges that may be interfering with you being able to live your best life.

I am particularly passionate about working with adolescents and have worked as a school psychologist for many years and believe I have a good understanding of the challenges teens face today. Nature and being in the outdoors are great for mental health and with my diverse range of skills and experience, I look forward to helping you build and maintain your physical and emotional wellbeing and my aim is to support you to become the best version of yourself.

* Jo will be joining us on our multi-day hikes and other outdoor programs in 2025 and brings with her a wealth of experience in the outdoors!

Hi, I’m Cristyan - Cris for short. After completing a bachelor’s and master’s in psychology in Brazil, I moved to Meanjin (Brisbane) in 2019 following my heart. Since arriving, I’ve been involved in youth outdoor education and nature connection. Guided by the permaculture ethics of People Care, Earth Care, and Fair Share, along with person-centred and strength-
based approaches, I’ve supported children and young people in (re)connecting with
themselves and their communities by returning to nature.

Through this work, I’ve learned how spending intentional, experiential time with bugs, plants, trees, and other creatures (including supportive humans!) can enhance children’s cognitive and social skills, build confidence, and foster a sense of belonging.

As a migrant, I’ve also experienced the power of the natural environment in my own life. Spending time gardening or immersed in natural settings - bushwalking, observing birds, exploring local flora and fauna - has been a key part of my journey of settling here. Among
plants and animals, I feel safe, comforted, and accepted. As Kerryn Coombs-Valeontis so beautifully said, “the garden [I’d extend to all natural environments] is where things make sense; it’s the place of sanity”. I couldn’t agree more.

These are just some of the reasons I’m excited about bringing therapy outdoors. I’m also on my own journey of returning to nature and would be honoured to be part of yours. I’m a member of the Australian Counselling Association, Outdoor Health Australia, and Therapeutic Horticulture Australia.

Please meet Adriana Miranda, a passionate and dynamic counsellor joining the team with a deep commitment to holistic well-being. Adriana recently graduated with distinction from Griffith University with a Bachelor of Counselling and brings a wealth of personal and professional experiences to her role.

Adriana’s journey into mental health began as the owner and manager of women’s fitness centres in Brazil and Western Australia, where she blended physical and mental health practices to empower women. With her earlier background in Mass Communication, she has a profound understanding of how language and stories shape resilience and identity, which she integrates seamlessly into her counselling practice.

Adriana integrates Narrative Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), helping clients reflect on their personal narratives and take meaningful steps aligned with their core values. She is also deeply inspired by the healing power of nature and incorporates nature-based therapies into her sessions to promote resilience, authenticity, and emotional healing.

Outside of work, Adriana thrives in the outdoors, embracing activities such as boating, camping, stand-up paddle boarding and practising mindfulness in nature. She finds joy in exploring, connecting with the world around her, and helping others do the same.

My journey as a counsellor has been shaped by over 15 years of experience in mental health, but it’s also deeply rooted in my love for the natural world.

As an accredited counsellor, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with some of the most vulnerable individuals and communities, not just in my local area, but around the globe through humanitarian aid work.

My background in Environmental Engineering and Project Management has given me a unique perspective on the connection between people and their environment, a connection I’ve always cherished.

Whether I’m guiding others or finding peace myself, nature has always been my sanctuary. I’ve pursued various qualifications along the way, including an Outdoor Leadership Certificate, all with the aim of integrating my passion for the outdoors into my work.

My journey started 15 months ago when I was asked to step into the field of support.

Since then, I’ve obtained my Cert as a Licensed therapist (it seemed to come naturally ), with a focus on co-regulation techniques, hugs, and gentle play—specialising in Ball Therapy 😊.

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