The Frame Team
The Frame is home to a diverse group of independent clinicians who work alongside one another, building a genuine community while running their own private practices. Explore their profiles below to learn more about their specialties, and visit each clinician's own website to find out more or get in touch — as each practice is independently run.
Dr Jessica Laird - Heathmont & Mount Evelyn
Clinical Psychologist & Director of The Frame Wellbeing Space
I'm a clinical psychologist, researcher and speaker from Deakin University, and director of Tend Mental Health. I work across the lifespan with children, young people and adults, integrating art, nature and play with evidence-based approaches like EMDR, Schema Therapy, DBT and Play Therapy — always in a warm, home-like space (with tea, coffee or hot chocolate on hand).
Over the past 15 years, I've researched child sexual exploitation and the impact of trauma on connection and meaning-making, publishing widely in the field. But above all, I'm a mother, a survivor, and someone who deeply believes in our innate capacity to heal.
Laura Larkin - Mount Evelyn
Psychologist & Director of The Frame Wellbeing Space
I help adults navigate major life transitions, work through the impact of past experiences, or simply move towards feeling more like themselves — offering warm, evidence-based therapy along with comprehensive ADHD and autism assessments. I bring together approaches like ACT, EMDR, Schema Therapy, CBT and mindfulness, always tailored to who you are and what you need.
With experience across private practice, hospitals, and community mental health — including trauma, pain management, and child and youth services, alongside a decade of research — I bring a broad understanding of how wellbeing shapes people's lives. As a psychologist and a parent, I know life is often complex, and aim to offer a compassionate space where you don't have to carry it alone.
Dr Jessica Christiansz - Heathmont
Clinical Psychologist
An experienced clinical psychologist working with children and adults. Jess uses evidence-based therapies, including CBT, ACT, and family systems approaches, and is a trained Circle of Security Parenting facilitator and board-approved supervisor.
Jess supports clients with ADHD, autism and developmental disorders, anxiety, OCD, phobias, behavioral challenges, bullying, depression, life transitions, and relationship issues. Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each individual. Please note that Jess does not specialise in addictions, couples therapy, eating disorders, personality disorders, or psychosis.
Dr Emily de Jager - Heathmont
Clinical Psychologist
Hello, I'm Emily de Jager, a Clinical and Health Psychologist with over 10 years experience as a Senior Health Psychologist at the Royal Children's Hospital (RCH). I currently hold a position as a Psychology Clinical Educator at RCH. I have expertise in the treatment of chronic pain, chronic illness management and adjustment to this in children, adolescents and adults. I also have expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, adjustment disorder, medical trauma and complex PTSD.
I have completed advanced training in EMDR (Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) and have a particular interest in child and adolescent EMDR. Whilst my focus has primarily been children and adolescents I am also happy to see adults, particularly with chronic pain and/or EMDR. I also have experience and interest in perinatal psychology.
Tessa Dickson - Mount Evelyn
Clinical Psychologist
Hello, I’m Tessa, a dedicated and compassionate clinical psychologist based in Mount Evelyn, Yarra Valley, with a warm and calm approach to therapy. I offer in person appointments in Mount Evelyn and telehealth appointments across Victoria to adults looking for support with their mental health and in navigating the challenges of life. I have experience working with adults, young people, children, infants, and families in both the private and public sector over the past 8 years. I also practice as a school psychologist. I work with clients 18 years and older.
Tess Heine - Heathmont
Occupational Therapist
Tessa Heine is an occupational therapist, but her favourite thing to do is connect and have fun with her children, especially where there is music, dancing and glitter!
As an occupational therapist Tess has nearly 20 years of experience working with adults, adolescents and children with a range of physical and psychological challenges. Tess is a senior clinician who has worked in various public health networks including the Royal Children’s Hospital in a range of settings including adult and paediatric, inpatient and outpatient, physical and psychological rehabilitation. Tess specialises in working with clients to manage or overcome conditions characterised by sensitised nervous systems, sensory systems and immune systems with clinical expertise in persistent pain and anxiety, but experience also with conditions such as ADHD and functional neurological disorder.
Andra McClure - Heathmont
Counsellor
Are you an adult client looking for psychological support/interventions for: depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger, suicidal thoughts, or flashbacks? Are you having relationship difficulties, such as parenting/behavioural difficulties, or problems with a partner (or ex), family member, co-worker or friend? I have a particular interest in PTSD and complex trauma whether from attachment issues, hurtful, narcissistic or abusive people, illness, or accidents. I also have a strong focus and significant experience counselling/supporting neurodivergent clients.
Dr Katrina McKie - Mount Evelyn
Psychologist
Hi! I'm Dr Katrina McKie- Registered Psychologist working with Children and Teens.
I work with children and adolescents in the Outer Eastern suburbs of Melbourne and the Yarra Valley. I offer therapy and a range of assessments tailored to the needs of each individual client and presenting issues.
I offer a gentle, naturally client-centered approach to working with clients and their parents (or caregivers).
Dr Emily Molyneux - Heathmont
Clinical Psychologist
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with a warm, compassionate style who enjoys creating safe, healthy therapeutic relationships with my clients. I aim to provide a therapeutic balance of understanding and validation alongside gentle empathic confrontation. We need both of these to thrive and grow.
Evidence-based treatment modalities I use include: Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) and Mindful Self-Compassion. I can also work with people who are looking for a psychologist who understands and is equipped to work with their faith perspective.
Ages 16+ and adults.
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