Business Details
Specialist Psychology Services Canberra
Footsteps Psychology was founded by Dr Natalie Rimlinger, a clinical psychologist with lived experience of being a gifted individual and parent to gifted children. Our practice specialises in supporting gifted individuals, veterans, and adults facing mental health challenges through evidence-based therapies. With personal insight into the unique struggles of giftedness, we provide tailored psychological assessments and therapy to help clients understand their needs and develop practical coping strategies. Our telehealth services ensure accessibility for clients across Australia, while our Canberra base offers in-person consultations. We utilise Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) alongside other modalities to address anxiety, depression, PTSD, and behavioural issues.Our team combines academic excellence with real-world experience, having worked extensively in both research and clinical settings. We maintain strict professional standards while offering a non-judgmental space for clients to explore their challenges. Our focus on specific demographics allows deeper expertise in addressing their unique psychological needs. We collaborate with other health professionals to provide holistic care pathways for our clients. Footsteps Psychology is committed to continuous learning and adaptation to serve our clients' evolving needs.
Services
Gifted Individual Therapy
Veteran Mental Health
Adult Psychology
Weight & Well-being
Cognitive Assessments
Highlights and features
- We offer lived experience with giftedness and veteran family backgrounds
- Our therapy combines evidence-based ACT with practical, real-world strategies
- Telehealth services available Australia-wide with Canberra-based expertise
- Specialist assessments for gifted children seeking early educational entry
- Veteran-focused mental health support with DVA White/Gold card acceptance
Services
Gifted Individual Therapy
Specialist therapy for gifted children, adolescents, and adults helps clients understand and manage their unique cognitive patterns. We address emotional regulation, social challenges, and existential concerns associated with giftedness. Our approach combines personal lived experience with clinical expertise to create practical strategies for daily living.
Veteran Mental Health
Tailored psychological support for Australian Defence Force personnel, veterans, and their families addresses service-related mental health challenges. We specialise in PTSD, anxiety, and transition difficulties using evidence-based therapies. Our understanding of military culture comes from personal family experience spanning three decades.
Adult Psychology
Comprehensive therapy services for adults facing anxiety, depression, and life challenges utilise ACT and CBT frameworks. We address work stress, relationship difficulties, and general mental wellbeing through non-judgmental support. Sessions focus on developing practical coping mechanisms for everyday situations.
Weight & Well-being
Specialist support for weight management challenges combines psychological strategies with practical health guidance. We address emotional eating patterns and mental barriers to sustainable lifestyle changes. Our approach incorporates personal experience with body image struggles and professional collaboration with health practitioners.
Cognitive Assessments
Comprehensive cognitive assessments for children identify giftedness and learning requirements using standardised testing protocols. We provide detailed reports for early school entry applications and educational planning. Our assessments include follow-up guidance for parents and schools to implement appropriate support strategies.
People
Dr Natalie Rimlinger
Clinical Psychologist
Dr Rimlinger is a Canberra-based clinical psychologist with specialist expertise in giftedness and veteran mental health. Her personal experience as a gifted individual and military family member informs her clinical practice. She holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from ANU and uses ACT therapy in her evidence-based approach.
Questions
Do you accept DVA White or Gold card holders?
Yes, we accept Department of Veterans Affairs referrals for veteran mental health services including PTSD and anxiety treatment.
Can you assess children for giftedness?
Yes, we conduct standardised IQ and achievement assessments for children, including evaluations for early educational entry requirements.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Yes, we offer secure telehealth consultations via Zoom or Skype for clients Australia-wide.
Do you work with gifted adults?
Yes, our practice specialises in supporting gifted adults with emotional regulation, career challenges, and social relationship difficulties.
What therapy approaches do you use?
We primarily use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), supplemented by CBT, Circle of Security, and Motivational Interviewing techniques.
Can you help with weight management issues?
Yes, we provide psychological support for weight loss challenges, focusing on emotional eating patterns and mental barriers to success.
