Isabella (Issy) is a registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). She holds a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), First Class, from Flinders University and is currently undertaking her Master of Clinical Psychology (Post-Registration) at The Cairnmillar Institute.
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Warm, empathetic, down-to-earth, and non-judgemental, Isabella values creating a therapeutic space that feels safe, welcoming, and supportive for her clients. Isabella’s work is grounded in a person-centred and neuro-affirming framework, and she is respectful of individual differences, including sensory needs and communication styles.
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Isabella draws on a range of evidence-based approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Isabella aims to support her clients in building self-understanding and developing strategies that foster meaningful change. She works collaboratively with her clients, tailoring therapy to suit their individual goals, needs, and preferences.
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Isabella has experience providing assessments and therapeutic support for autistic individuals and people with ADHD across the lifespan. She has a particular interest in identifying more subtle or internalised presentations, including adults whose experiences may not have been recognised earlier in life. Isabella offers thoughtful, supportive assessments where identity and self-understanding can be explored safely and collaboratively.
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Isabella welcomes members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and values working with people from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.
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Isabella is available for individual therapy sessions with adults and assessments for children and adults.
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Isabella (Issy) is available for Assessments and individual therapy sessions with adolescents from 15 years old and adults.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
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Current studies
Master of Clinical Psychology (Post-Registration)
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Areas of specialty and interest
Anxiety and depression
Autism and neurodivergence
Stress and burnout management
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Supporting adjustment to chronic health conditions
General psychological wellbeing
Emotion regulation skills
Executive functioning
Autism, ADHD, cognitive, and learning assessments
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Treatment modalities
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Neuroaffirming practice
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Specialist training and accreditation
EMDR Level 1
DBT Skills Training
Collaborative and Proactive Solutions Advanced Course
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Registration and Certification
Registered Psychologist AHPRA
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Memberships