I am a registered General Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency, an approved member of the Australian Centre for Eating Disorders (ACFED), and a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician (CEDC-MH). I have previous experience working in private practice and correctional settings, treating individuals with a wide range of mental health presentations. Working in the fitness industry for years, my strengths lie in motivating people and understanding the relationship between psychological and physical well-being. I take a collaborative approach to healing, guided by the individual’s needs and treatment goals. I draw on multiple frameworks, including, but not limited to, CBT, CBT-E, DBT, ACT, Mindfulness, and motivational approaches. I see clients ages 13 and older.

With a Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics, I am a registered Accredited Practicing Dietitian and Nutritionist, and a certified Sports Dietitian (SDA). My practice is centred around “nutrition therapy,” where I create a warm, welcoming environment that encourages clients to enhance their nutritional health and foster a positive relationship with food, mind, and body. My passion for nutrition ignited early in life when my mother introduced me to the book “Foods that Harm & Foods that Heal.” This inspiration has driven my commitment to understanding how food influences wellness. As a mother and fitness enthusiast, I recognise the challenges of maintaining healthy eating habits amid a busy lifestyle. I aim to provide practical, evidence-based nutrition advice that improves diet quality, supports muscle function, manages gastrointestinal symptoms, aids digestion, reduces inflammation, and boosts energy and immune function. I specialise in assisting individuals facing functional gut disorders, including Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), as well as those dealing with chronic bowel disturbances, chronic disease management, metabolic health, disordered eating, mental health, and bone health. My goal is to empower clients to achieve their health objectives through personalized and effective dietary strategies.

My passion is to help people to understand themselves and their world in a way that brings a greater sense of connection, meaning, and richness into their lives. Originating in childhood, it came from curiosity about the why of things, and how it all fits together. My first career, in the engineering sector, helped me to explore this – I could apply concepts and techniques to real-world problems. But I found I was increasingly drawn instead to helping other people to understand things better, and this was achieved by moving into a teaching career. After a few years I realised I that I was specifically drawn to helping people to better understand and manage their own lives, culminating in my career in psychology. After completing my undergraduate studies at UQ, I obtained my master’s qualifications at QUT, and since then have worked in private practice and hospital settings. I like to bring a warm, collaborative approach to sessions, using curiosity and empathy to help people to develop an authentic and compassionate relationship with themselves and others. Depending on their needs, I utilise elements of Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Positive Psychology. I also draw on life experiences, including being a father, living in Japan for four years, previous careers in English teaching and automotive engineering, and instructing in martial arts. I see clients from ages 17 and older, and I can provide treatment interventions ranging from brief therapy to long-term therapy, depending on your needs. Some areas of interest include: • Feeling disconnected from a richer and more meaningful life • Anxiety and worry • Depression and low mood • Self-esteem issues • Interpersonal difficulties • Adjustment and life transitions • Anger issues I look forward to helping you to experience life in the best way you can.

I have always been passionate about supporting others to find happiness, balance, optimising physical, emotional and mental health, and living the best life possible. I consider each person has capacity for healing and self-empowerment, and that life can often present us with challenges leading to mental health vulnerability, requiring support and connection with others to navigate adversity, complex circumstances and to find meaning. In my practice, I use a collaborative, genuine, curious and compassionate approach, with respect for individual differences and experiences. I have been involved in supporting vulnerable and diverse populations in the human services for over 17 years. I initially started my profession supporting people with a disability in developing their confidence, skills, capacity and overcoming barriers to return to work while maintaining and improving their physical health, mental health and exploring creative solutions to complex circumstances. As a Social Worker, I have worked locally, regionally and nationally in Australia with individuals across the lifespan impacted by a wide range of mental health disorders, family and domestic violence, in significant financial distress, homelessness, people in crisis, grief/loss, and other complex psychological and social circumstances. Over the past five years, I have supported military personnel, veterans and family members with mental health concerns, in mental health crisis and who may be experiencing relationship, family issues and distress, and adjusting to civilian life, loss, injury or other life issues. I am a registered and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). In my practice, I use trauma-informed, client centred and strengths-based approaches in a non-judgmental, ethical and flexible manner. For interventions, I use evidence-based therapeutic strategies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), relaxation and mindfulness strategies, problem solving and solution-focussed approaches, incorporating aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Schema Therapy, depending on individual needs. I have a broad range of experience and interest in some of the following areas: • Anxiety, stress and worry • Depression • PTSD • Suicidal ideation, self-harm behaviours, risk assessment and safety planning • Adjustment and interpersonal difficulties • Crisis intervention • Psychological impacts of physical and health related issues • Emotional dysregulation • Family and domestic violence

Dr. Ilze Grobler is a Clinical Psychologist with more than 19 years experience in private practice, psychiatric and tertiary education settings, and facilitation of group therapy and corporate development programs. She has a special interest in mindfulness meditation and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), positive psychology and hypnotherapy. She is privileged to use these integrative strategies in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment and enhancing of self-efficacy.

I have been involved with counselling for the past 25 years. My experience initially was with marginal communities in Africa, people devastated by HIV (Aids). This resulted in a pioneer work called ‘Hands of Hope’. This NGO cared for orphan children who had lost both their parents. This care involved physical, emotional and educational needs. This was my genesis into the field of counselling. My initial work was mainly family and marriage counselling. My supervisor at University in South Africa was instrumental in giving me a love and passion for psychotherapy. I studied my MA and PhD with him and undertook clinic work in many communities that were in need of mental health as a result of trauma and loss. I realised that a strong and healthy home is everything. When the marriage is threatened, the flow down effect upon each family member is huge. If we have healthy families, we have strong communities that can benefit society. Having served in the armed forces for 3 years, I understand the effects of anxiety and PTSD of those coming out of active service. I have a deep passion to help both men and women who struggle in this area. My work in Christian counselling has also involved pastors who have suffered with burnout and emotional fatigue. Many of these people have no one to turn to and I believe this an important part of my counselling. I immigrated to Australia in 2009 and worked in Brisbane in two clinics. My study and training into CBT and ACT therapy has broadened my work to include other areas of mental heath. I see and work with adults. This work ranges from mental, behavioural and emotional needs.

I have always been interested in people's stories and how our experiences shape us as individuals. Therapy, in my opinion, is a special space where individuals can feel safe to explore vulnerabilities, gain new perspectives, and overcome obstacles to build the life they want. As your psychologist, I will work with you in a down-to-earth, compassionate, and collaborative way to help you achieve your desired outcomes. I have over a decade of experience working with young people, families and adults across public and private settings. My therapeutic framework is largely informed by Schema Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. These evidence-based frameworks are useful in helping individuals to understand and resolve unhelpful patterns underlying emotional distress, relationship difficulties and negative self-worth. Some of the areas I feel passionate about include helping adolescents and adults with: • Emotion regulation • Anxiety and depression • Establishing boundaries and developing assertiveness • Identity and self-esteem concerns • Family work and addressing parenting concerns • Adjusting to major life events • Managing stress and burnout • Providing clinical supervision Outside of being a psychologist, you'll likely find me spending time with my family, attempting various DIY projects or enjoying a good book at a local café. I look forward to connecting with you at Zest Infusion.

As a mother of one son and two stepchildren, I understand the challenges of balancing work and family life, as well as navigating the complexities of living in a blended family. When I'm not cherishing moments with my loved ones, you can find me engaging in outdoor activities like hiking, camping, stand-up paddleboarding, or entertaining my two adorable miniature Dachshunds. With a rich background spanning over 16 years of experience as a registered Psychologist, I have had the privilege of supporting individuals aged 12 and above across a spectrum of settings including private practice, adult mental health services, private psychiatric hospitals, and school-based environments. My passion lies in providing a safe and nurturing space for clients to transform their relationship with challenging thoughts and emotions, explore vulnerabilities, and cultivate the awareness needed to address unhelpful behavioural patterns contributing to psychological distress. My goal is to guide individuals towards a life of purpose, meaning, and sustained wellbeing. I utilise an integrative therapeutic approach to assist clients in overcoming challenges such as adjustment difficulties, mood disorders, impulsive behaviours, depression, anxiety, anger management, substance dependence, grief, relationship issues, and various mental health conditions including borderline personality disorder (BPD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), bipolar disorder, and trauma-related symptoms. I also enjoy working with couples. Recognising the courage it takes to seek help; I am here to support you in every stage of your healing journey. Whether you are navigating through divorce, recovering from abuse, coping with PTSD, or seeking improvement in communication skills, I am committed to working alongside you in pursuit of a more fulfilling life. Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to collaborate with you on your path to personal growth and a deeper sense of purpose.

Clinical Psychologist and Supervisor

For as long as I can remember, I have always had a keen interest in understanding and learning about human behaviour. After graduating from Bond University with a Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) with Honours degree in 2004, I gained experience working with adults in community settings and correctional facilities. However, it was my own parenting journey that lead me to discover my passion for educating, supporting and empowering young people to develop the skills and strength to cope with life challenges. I am a registered General Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency and have experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I take an individualised, evidence-based approach to treatment and depending on the needs of the client, I like to utilise elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. I am passionate about improving the health and well-being of children through the use of evidence-based interventions, working collaboratively with families to help them overcome their challenges, build resilience and create positive change. I believe in supporting young people to strengthen their skills in help seeking, coping and problem-solving to assist them to lead emotionally fulfilling lives. I work with children and adolescents with a broad range of concerns, including: • Anxiety and worry • Depression and low mood • Social skills difficulties • Anger difficulties • Self-esteem issues • Behaviour management • Adjustment difficulties • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) I look forward to working with your family.

I take an individualised, evidence-based approach to treatment. I adopt Mindfulness-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, combined with Interpersonal Process and Motivational Interviewing Techniques. I am passionate about assisting my clients in enhancing their psychological wellbeing. To do so, I work collaboratively and compassionately with my clients to help them navigate barriers to recovery within a warm and non-judgemental therapeutic relationship. I cherish my role in their process of recovery, as I guide them in considering psychological hurdles and offer therapeutic tools to navigate back to living a full and meaningful life. I work with children, adolescents and adults with a broad range of concerns, including but not limited to the following: • Anxiety Disorders • Mood Disorders • Substance-related and Addictive Disorders • Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders • Intellectual Disability • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder • Stress and burnout • Perfectionism • Emotional resilience and personal growth • Interpersonal difficulties • Physical health-related problems

I initially decided to pursue a career in Psychology because I wanted to work with people. Little did I know that it would open up doors I never could have imagined and change the way I look at the world. Instead of following the normal path of going straight into postgraduate studies or working as a psychologist once you finish your degree, I took the scenic route. I believe in taking the road less traveled (I even do this when I travel). During this journey, I have worked in child protection, education and occupational rehabilitation. I also learned how valuable it is to be present in the moment in order to experience life to its fullest and to connect with others. I believe in providing a range of evidenced based psychological assessments and interventions including CognitiveBehaviouralTherapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-focused therapy and Mindfulness. I am also a trained facilitator in the Resourceful Adolescent Program (RAP-A) developed by the Queensland University of Technology. My interests include, but are not limited to working with: · Child, adolescent and adult anxiety and depression · Interpersonal problems · Resilience and coping strategies · Willpower and self-control · Emotion regulation · Grief and loss

I have lived and worked on the Brisbane Bayside for twenty years and call the Redlands my home. For over 7 years I have worked in private practice with adults and youth aged 12+ seeking to bring back joy and navigate challenges in life. I work on developing compassionate therapeutic relationships with families to provide support during challenging times including parenting and family relationships, grief and loss, change, redundancy, separation, and divorce, bullying, anxiety, and depression. I assist clients to better manage ADHD, ASD, as well as youth, individuals, and families of the LGBTIQ+ community. I bring a solid 25 years of experience in the communications sector, with rich skills gathered across large multinationals and small not-for-profits in Australia, Africa, and Europe. I understand the struggles of balancing family, work, and life commitments having experienced both healthy workplaces and toxic environments. I use assertive communication techniques and strategies to foster stronger workplace and family relationships. I love to support families by focusing on the creation of goals and strategies which are practical and achievable. I am trained in Holistic Counselling using the gentle enquiry of Byron Katie, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT or tapping) and utilise grounding mind/body practices to calm the nervous system. I have a Master of Counselling which provides me with theoretical knowledge and tools to alleviate stress using evidence-based frameworks such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy. In addition to providing therapeutic support to individuals, youth, couples and families, I offer the deep relaxation of Reiki healing. This therapy is beneficial for stress, chronic pain, burnout, depression and anxiety. I am a certified infant massage instructor, kids’ yoga teacher and Reiki master. I have two teenagers and a neurotic Cavoodle puppy.

For as long as I can remember, I have been aware of the importance of good food and good health. Now, with 20 years experience as a Dietitian, I am dedicated to helping others understand and achieve healthy eating and lifestyle behaviours as well. I am passionate about helping people achieve a healthy relationship with food, and I have a wealth of experience in the prevention and management of lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, pre diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.