Gillian Hanna - Director and Clinical Psychologist (she/her)

B.A., Post. Grad. Dip., MCouns., MPsych., MAPS., MAAPi., IAAN

Gillian is a registered clinical psychologist and neuropsychotherapy practitioner with Master's degrees in Counselling and Counselling Psychology. Her practice focuses on treating children, adolescents, and adults impacted by trauma or neglect and supporting neurodivergent girls and women. Her therapeutic approaches include mindfulness, sensorimotor psychotherapy, parts work, compassion-focused therapy, cognitive restructuring, Attachment-Focused EMDR, and neuropsychotherapy.

Gillian lectures at several universities, is a Board-approved supervisor, and is involved with organizations supporting marginalized communities. She has over 20 years of counselling and psychological assessment experience in Australia and internationally. She is registered with AHPRA, APS, AAPi, and IAAN, and is listed on the APS Trauma Support Directory as a trauma-informed specialist.

Gillian also has 20+ years of experience developing and delivering training courses for schools and corporate clients, both locally and globally. She is a skilled and engaging presenter with a substantial knowledge base.

Kellie Walsh

B.A, Grad. Dip. Couns., MCouns., MACA., MPACFA

Kellie is a counsellor with a Master of Counselling degree from Monash University. She is a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA).

Kellie’s professional practice background includes working with couples and individuals, with a special interest in supporting those with trauma, neurodiversity (autism/ADHD), or substance dependence. She uses a trauma informed approach that incorporates aspects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), person-centred therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS).

For couples where one or both have a history of trauma or neurodiversity (or may have), Kellie can help them maximise their unique strengths and minimise miscommunications and frustrations. She also aims to provide a comfortable and supportive environment for LGBTQIA+ couples and individuals.

Claire Schumann (she/her)

B.A, Grad. Dip,.

Claire is one of our friendly administration team members and is dedicated to helping clients smoothly navigate the administrative aspects of their psychology care, including support with funding options and appointment management. With a particular interest in building positive relationships, Claire goes above and beyond to ensure that every client feels safe, comfortable, and well-supported throughout their time at the practice. She's known for her excellent tea-making skills and always knows where to find the best snacks, adding a welcoming, personal touch to each client's experience.

Claire has a Bachelor of Arts degree, a Graduate Diploma in Psychology and is currently studying a Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced). Claire is planning to pursue a career in psychology after completing her studies.

Aneesha Talwatte (she/her)

B.Sc., MCouns,.

Aneesha is a part of our administration team and the first point of contact for our clients at Logos. Aneesha brings a warm, friendly approach to supporting clients through the administrative aspects of our practice, including assistance with funding options and appointment scheduling. She is dedicated to creating a safe, comfortable environment where clients feel valued and supported every step of the way.

Aneesha holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in Biology. She is currently pursuing a master's in counselling. Aneesha aims to pursue a career as a Counsellor after completing her studies.

Mia - Therapy Dog in Training

Mia is a standard bernedoodle (bernese mountain dog X standard poodle), but is often mistaken for being a teddy bear or floor mat!

Mia is a skilled listener who has a well-honed ability to sense when someone is upset.  She provides emotional support, either by sitting with clients or encouraging play, and she loves being told she is a “good girl”.

The role of therapy dogs in counselling is to provide psychological or physiological therapy to individuals other than their owners.  Unlike service dogs, therapy dogs are encouraged to interact with a variety of people, and patting them is highly recommended!

Therapy dogs can increase the attachment response that triggers oxytocin, helping to build trust in others.  Research has shown that therapy dogs can help reduce stress, decrease anxiety, and provide a sense of connection in difficult situations.  Using therapy dogs in response to traumatic events can assist in reducing the symptoms of depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety that may result from the trauma experienced.