Our Team

Board Approved Supervisor, Registrar Program Principal Supervisor (Clinical), Clinical Director and Founder

B.A Psych (Hons.), PGDip Psych, PGDip ProfPsych, M.Psych (Clinical)

Jaimie Bloch is one of Australia’s leading Clinical Psychologists, a Behavioural Expert, and the Clinical Director and Founder of one of Sydney’s most trusted child and adolescent psychology practices. With nearly two decades of experience, Jaimie is a powerhouse of knowledge, creativity, and empathy—making her a go-to expert for families, schools, and media outlets alike.

Seen regularly across Australian media as a sought-after thought leader and commentator, Jaimie brings clarity to complex topics around child development, emotional wellbeing, and parenting. Her down-to-earth, relatable advice has earned her a loyal following on Instagram, where tens of thousands of parents, teachers, and professionals turn to her for daily support, tips, and validation.

But it’s her genuine connection with children and teens that truly sets her apart. Jaimie is known for her warm, non-judgmental approach that makes young people feel seen, heard, and safe. In her care, children don’t just cope—they thrive. She helps them unlock self-awareness, build emotional resilience, and create lasting, positive change from the inside out.

Whether you're navigating toddler tantrums, school transitions, tween anxiety, or teen shutdowns, Jaimie is the calm in the storm—offering practical strategies that work in real life. She's not just there for the child, but for the whole family, equipping parents with tools to raise confident, emotionally healthy kids.

With a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Hons.), Postgraduate Diplomas in Psychology and Professional Psychology, and a Master of Clinical Psychology, Jaimie is as academically rigorous as she is creative and intuitive. She blends science-backed strategies with a holistic, person-centred philosophy that empowers her clients to heal, grow, and connect.

Jaimie is also a Board-Approved Supervisor and a Principal Supervisor in the Clinical Registrar Program. Her passion for mentoring the next generation of psychologists reflects her deep commitment to raising the standard of care for families across Australia.

From her engaging online presence to her impactful one-on-one sessions and school-based programs, Jaimie is leading a movement in modern, emotionally intelligent parenting and mental health care for young people. When families work with Jaimie, they don’t just get a psychologist—they gain a lifelong partner in their child’s journey to confidence, calm, and connection.

Board Approved Supervisor, Senior Psychologist

B. Psy (Hons)

Scott King is a warm, empathetic psychologist who has a true gift for helping kids feel safe, understood, and celebrated, just as they are. Whether your child is navigating big emotions, struggling with friendships, or feeling overwhelmed by the world around them, Scott creates a calm, nurturing space where they can open up, feel heard, and start to thrive.

Scott works with children, teens, adults, and families—and he’s especially passionate about supporting neurodivergent individuals in a way that is inclusive, empowering, and affirming. He values and respects every brain’s unique wiring and works with kids, adults, and parents to build confidence, self-awareness, and emotional resilience in a way that feels engaging, creative, and even fun.

In his work with adults, Scott supports those experiencing a range of mental health challenges and differences, including navigating life’s expectations, managing transitions, and learning to let go of unhelpful patterns to create a more meaningful, authentic life.

He weaves in sensory-based strategies like movement, mindfulness, yoga, and art to make sessions feel relaxed, playful, and tailored to what each individual needs. Whether it’s tackling anxiety, managing meltdowns, improving social skills, or boosting self-esteem, Scott works closely with families and individuals to create real, lasting change.

Scott brings a wealth of experience from both private practice and community settings. He’s skilled in supporting children with developmental differences, anger, behaviour challenges, grief, gender and identity exploration, and emotional regulation. He also works with parents and schools to build consistent, effective strategies that support a child’s growth across all areas of life.

As a certified Westmead Feelings Program facilitator, Scott runs group programs that help children with Autism and ADHD better understand and express their emotions, building stronger social connections and self-confidence along the way.

He uses a mix of proven therapy methods, including CBT, ACT, play therapy, schema therapy, mindfulness, and psychodynamic approaches, always adapting to the unique personality and needs of each person he supports.

Scott is also a highly experienced assessor, offering comprehensive evaluations for Autism, ADHD, and learning differences that don’t just diagnose—but empower children, adults, and families to understand their strengths and get the right support.

Beyond his clinical work, Scott is a Board-Approved Supervisor who mentors early-career psychologists with the same calm, curious, and collaborative approach he brings to his client work.

With Scott, therapy is never one-size-fits-all. It’s a partnership built on trust, acceptance, and the belief that every person has the power to grow and shine in their own way, and in their own time.

Clinical Psychology Registrar and Psychologist

BPsych(Hons),  MPsyc(Prof), MPsych(Clinical)

Vicky is a compassionate and approachable psychologist that is passionate about supporting young people and adults through their challenges. She creates a warm, non-judgemental, and person-centred space where clients feel safe, heard, and empowered.

With experience across the lifespan, Vicky has worked in schools, Headspace, Learning Links, and private practice settings. She values teamwork, especially when working with young people, and collaborates closely with families and other key supports to build strengths and resources across all areas of life.

Vicky supports clients facing a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, interpersonal issues, low self-esteem, and self-harm. She has a special interest in working with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and trauma backgrounds.

Her therapeutic approach is strength-based, collaborative, and transdiagnostic—drawing on evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Schema Therapy to help clients feel more motivated, capable, and in control of their goals.

Vicky holds a Bachelor of Psychology (First Class Honours) from the University of Sydney, a Master of Professional Psychology (with Distinction) from Western Sydney University, and a Master of Clinical Psychology (Practice) from ACAP. She was awarded both the Dean’s Medal and Dux Award during her postgraduate studies in recognition of her academic excellence.

Registered Counsellor

B.A Psych, PGDip Counselling.

Lexi is an integrative and holistic counsellor passionate about helping young people and their families. Lexi has over a decade of experience with young people and adults from a trauma-informed lens. She works alongside clients on their journeys to help them develop understanding and meaning, and process experiences from different perspectives that enable practical steps forward for change.

Lexi’s work is grounded in her pragmatism, ability to listen and genuine desire to support her clients towards empowerment. She utilises person-centred, strengths-based, and humanistic approaches to create a warm, safe, non-judgmental, and nurturing environment. Lexi is able to work with young people who are ambivalent or unmotivated to change and excels at supporting young people in finding their inner power and desire to seek the lives they want to live.

Lexi uses techniques from a variety of different treatment disciplines and tailors her approach according to the client’s needs. Her warm and direct approach is suited to clients looking for help in navigating experiences of friendship challenges, anxiety, depression, behaviour challenges, emotional regulation, trauma, grief and loss, study stress, and self-esteem.

Lexi's work draws upon a range of therapeutic approaches from evidence-based modalities including, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy, and Solutions Focused Therapy.

Psychologist

B PsychSci, GradDip PsychAdv

Grace is an experienced Psychologist and well known for being warm, empathetic and friendly. She is passionate about providing her clients with the skills and resources to thrive in their day-to-day life. Grace prioritises developing a therapeutic relationship to create an open and comfortable space where her clients feel heard.

Grace has extensive experience working in a private practice setting with children, adolescents and adults. She has worked with clients presenting with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Anxiety, Depression and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Grace has also provided intervention to individuals presenting with anger issues, self-esteem issues and difficulties in emotion regulation.

Grace has also worked as an Educator in a special needs school and her strengths lie in her ability to support children who are struggling with the academic setting. She works very hard on developing and strengthening relationships with all relevant stakeholders in her client's life and can tailor her approach to suit school and home settings. Grace specialises in implementing therapy that calls on cognitive, sensory and physical strategies that promote, restore, sustain and enhance cognitive functioning, emotional regulation and sense of well-being for her clients.

Grace values a person-centred and holistic approach to therapy, ensuring intervention is tailored, creative and engaging so that it meets the needs and goals of her client’s needs. Grace is passionate about providing parent support that is easily implemented and relevant.

Grace adopts evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and mindfulness-based approaches. She also enjoys using play therapy when working with children to create a fun and relaxed environment for young ones.

Registered Psychologist

B. A Psych, Grad Dip Psych.

Angela has an unwavering dedication to helping those in need overcome challenges in their lives. Her patience, curiosity and understanding allow her to build a therapeutic relationship with her clients. She is a warm and compassionate individual who successfully connects with people to feel heard and understood.

Angela has used evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-based approaches, Solution Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to assist with alleviating mental health concerns.

Angela has experience in providing interventions to clients presenting with Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Adjustment Disorder and anger management. She has also worked with individuals presenting with trauma, difficulties in emotional regulation, issues with social awareness, bullying and self-esteem issues.

Angela’s has both public and private sector experience working in a range of different mental health settings such as schools, community mental health and private organisations. Angela approaches therapy from a client-centred perspective, creating a safe and non-judgmental environment for her clients to comfortably and openly share their inner worlds.

Her experience is predominately in school-aged children and she prioritises communication with parents, teachers and other professionals to ensure children have the best chance to develop their confidence and quality of life. When working with young children, Angela engages them by making therapy fun, interactive and relaxing.

Angela is passionate about creating a positive change in the lives of children, teenagers and young adults. She implements tailored intervention plans to meet the needs of her clients to help them achieve their goals.

Psychologist

MProfPsych, BPsych(Hons)

Anita brings both heart and expertise to her work with children, teens, and parents. She’s especially passionate about helping young people thrive emotionally and socially, whether they're navigating anxiety, OCD, low mood, behavioural challenges, or neurodivergence. Her approach is child-centred and family-focused, recognising that when parents feel supported, children flourish.

Parents often say Anita creates a space where their child feels safe, seen, and understood. She partners closely with families to build confidence, strengthen relationships, and make sense of tricky behaviours and big feelings. Whether your child is struggling with anxiety, has a diagnosis like ADHD or Autism, or just needs help managing emotions, Anita will meet them with compassion, creativity, and skill.

Her background includes hands-on experience providing behaviour therapy, supporting neurodiverse children, and promoting mental health in schools and community programs. She brings this deep, real-world insight into every session, tailoring support to each client's unique needs.

Anita uses evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness. Her expertise is being able to deliver therapy skills and concepts in a playful and engaging way that makes sense for young people. She also offers comprehensive assessments for Autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties, helping families get clarity, better understand their child and start to find the right support.

Above all, Anita is here to walk alongside your family, through the ups, the downs, and everything in between, with warmth, skill, and care.

Psychologist

BPsych(Hons)

Ashleigh is a gentle, warm and empathetic Psychologist who supports her clients in strengthening their relationships through building deeper connections, improving communication, developing a healthy mindset, and engaging in their daily lives. She is passionate about working with young people and their families to address a range of mental health concerns in a collaborative, friendly and client-centred manner.

Ashleigh values building a safe, non-judgmental and nurturing space to connect with young people. She brings creativity and playfulness into the therapy room to create a space that is both fun and engaging. Ashleigh believes that a relationship founded upon kindness, compassion and trust, can cultivate a foundation for meaningful change.

Ashleigh enjoys working with young people to build an understanding and awareness of their thoughts, feelings and behavioural patterns to support them in developing the necessary skills that will facilitate their growth and transformation. She has great respect for the courage it takes for a young person or family to reach out for extra support.

Ashleigh has worked with clients of various ages and cultural backgrounds across non-profit organisations such as Headspace. She has experience working with a range of mental health concerns including anxiety disorders and phobias, depression, interpersonal concerns, self-esteem, stress management, anger, adjustment difficulties, self-harm and emotion dysregulation.

Ashleigh takes a strengths-based and compassionate approach to her work. It encompasses evidence-based clinical interventions tailored to the young person and their family. She draws upon a range of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based therapies.

Nikki Kaplan Counselling Psychologist

B.Sc. Psych (Hons.) UNSW

M.Psych (Counselling) Macquarie University

Nikki Kaplan is a highly experienced psychologist with over twenty years of dedicated service in the mental health field, specialising in working with children, adolescents, and adults across various age groups. Her warm and calming presence, coupled with her deep expertise, has made her a trusted professional for clients navigating a wide range of psychological challenges.

Her academic studies included an Honours thesis on the construct of self-esteem and a Masters thesis on the effects of media on female body image.

With a decade of experience as a school psychologist in both primary and high school settings, Nikki has honed her skills in understanding and addressing the unique needs of young people. Her professional journey also included eight years with a prominent not-for-profit community organisation, where she focused on out-of-home respite care, youth work and counselling.

Her diverse experience was further enriched by her consulting role at the University of New South Wales - Student Counselling Service, six years of dedicated volunteering with Lifeline, and her work at Headspace Bondi Junction as well as a placement with the NSW Police Force where she administered IQ testing and annual psychological reviews.

Nikki also maintained a thriving private practice for several years.

Nikki’s extensive expertise includes facilitating groups and providing one-on-one therapy for children facing issues such as anger management, bullying, body image concerns, self-esteem, anxiety, emotional instability and groups and one-on-one therapeutic work for children with separated parents living in two homes.

Additionally, she is a qualified Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, specialising in counselling children during parental separation and divorce and working as a child consultant to provide feedback to parents going through mediation while they are separating or divorcing.

In her practice, Nikki adopts an integrative therapeutic approach, blending various evidence-based treatment modalities, including Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She is adept at tailoring treatment plans to meet the individual needs of her clients, whether by focusing on a specific modality or creating a personalised, structured intervention.

Nikki Kaplan is a warm, compassionate and dedicated professional, committed to helping her clients achieve emotional well-being and navigate life’s challenges with resilience and confidence.

Provisional Psychologist

B.Bus, Grad.Dip.Psych, M.Psych.Prac (Continuing)

Lucy is a warm and approachable provisional psychologist with a passion for helping people thrive. With a background in psychology, mentoring, and crisis support, she brings a down-to-earth and compassionate approach to therapy. Lucy believes in creating a space where you can be yourself—honest, open, and comfortable. She knows that life’s challenges can feel heavy at times, so her goal is to make therapy a place where growth, understanding, and even a little bit of laughter are part of the journey.

Lucy specialises in supporting children, young people, and families, helping them navigate everything from anxiety and self-esteem to parenting struggles and big life changes. She works with her clients to build confidence and develop practical tools for making life feel a bit more manageable. Her approach is all about her clients, tailoring her techniques to what works best for each individual's unique needs, using strategies from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness.

Whether you’re looking for someone who listens with care or who can help you find the strength to face tough situations, Lucy’s here to guide you every step of the way.

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker.

Lara Boss brings more than three decades of hands-on experience in social work, mental health, allied health, and aged care to her practice, making her a versatile and insightful therapist for both individuals and couples. Over the years, she’s worked in medical and psychiatric hospitals, residential aged-care facilities, and private settings—an eclectic background that allows her to meet clients exactly where they are, no matter what challenges they face.

Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, trauma, work-related pressures or relationship conflicts, Lara’s calm, compassionate presence creates a safe space where your concerns are truly heard. She has a unique talent for guiding couples through life’s transitions—parenthood, career changes, caring for elderly family members—and for helping partners rebuild communication and trust. Lara’s trauma-informed approach also ensures that individuals wrestling with past wounds or major life shifts can process their experiences at a pace that feels right for them.

Client-centred and collaborative, Lara combines evidence-based strategies—from solution-focused techniques and psychodynamic insight to mindfulness exercises—to tailor a roadmap for each person or couple she works with. Her unwavering commitment to empowering clients means you won’t just navigate your challenges; you’ll develop the resilience, self-understanding, and practical tools needed to make meaningful, lasting change and live your best life.

Practice Manager and Registered Art Therapist

B.A. Fine Arts, AdvDip Transpersonal Art Therapy

Amy Hersch is an integral part of the MindMovers Team, serving as both the Practice Manager and a Registered Art Therapist. With her background in Fine Arts and advanced training in Transpersonal Art Therapy, Amy supports the community by managing appointments and handling all client and clinic-related inquiries.

As an artist and tertiary qualified Art Therapist, Amy brings a unique approach to therapy, using the visual arts—including drawing, painting, clay, and sand play—to help clients of all ages unlock emotional blocks, develop new skills, and foster personal growth. Amy specializes in processing grief, generalised anxiety, social skills, friendship issues, social anxiety, enhancing social skills, and promoting emotional regulation. Her expertise extends to Sandtray Therapy and Creative Therapy for Children with Anxiety, where her warm, child-centred approach creates a safe, non-judgmental space for healing. Amy is dedicated to guiding her clients through their journeys with compassion, helping them navigate life's obstacles through connection and creativity.

B.Com(Journalism), ProfCert Health & Wellness Coaching, GradDipPsych (current), GradDipPsych (Adv) Administration Team, Media Manager and Wellness Coach Nicola works on our administration team, being the first port-of-call for our clients, while developing and nurturing partnerships and communication strategies as media manager.  Nikki is currently partaking in post-graduate studies in Psychology at the University of Technology Sydney, with the goal of working with expecting parents, children and teenagers. This is following a decade-long career as a travel and lifestyle journalist writing for titles including, Harper's BAZAAR, ELLE, Men's Health and for family titles including Holidays with Kids, Five Star Kids and Caravan & Camping with Kids, to name a few. Nikki is also a certified Health & Wellness Coach, using behavioural activation and positive psychology techniques to help clients build self-esteem, increase self-confidence and help them regain control over their holistic health and wellness.

Practice Manager Chloe joins the MindMovers team as Practice Manager, bringing over a decade of experience in communications and PR. Alongside the day-to-day management of the clinic, Chloe supports the broader growth of the business through media and communications strategy. Passionate about people, culture, and wellbeing, she helps ensure the clinic runs smoothly while creating a supportive environment for clinicians and clients, both now and as the practice continues to grow.

Bpsych (current) Talia is often the first friendly voice families hear when calling MindMovers Psychology and she brings warmth and passion to the administration team. Tali is currently studying a Bachelor of Psychology at Macquarie University, complementing her psychologically-grounded work outside of the clinic. Tali provides support for children and teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorder and additional needs through NDIS – the experience ultimately shaping her interest in child and adolescent psychology and her goal to pursue a career as a psychologist in the future. She brings a calm, thoughtful approach to her work, and enjoys being a part of a team that is dedicated to supporting mental health and well-being in the community.