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Your Trusted Psychologists in Richmond
New Leaf Psychology is a dedicated team of clinical psychologists serving the Richmond community for over a decade. We provide a warm, professional environment for patients and referring healthcare professionals, specialising in evidence-based therapies for anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and executive coaching. Our practice combines extensive clinical experience with a compassionate approach, offering tailored interventions including CBT, DBT, and ACT therapies.Located in inner-city Richmond, we prioritise accessible mental health care with Medicare claiming available on-site. Our team includes experts with backgrounds in clinical psychology, sport psychology, and strategic management consulting, ensuring comprehensive support for individual and organisational needs.
Services
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Concerns
Sexual Concerns
Sleep Concerns
Weight Management
Personal Coaching
Executive Coaching
Highlights and features
- Over a decade of psychological services in Richmond
- Specialised clinical interventions for complex mental health
- Medicare claiming available on-site
- Combines clinical expertise with sport psychology insights
- Fellowship-accredited clinical psychologists
Associations and certifications
- Australian Psychological Society
- College of Clinical Psychologists
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Specialised interventions for generalised anxiety, PTSD, and phobias using evidence-based therapies. Our psychologists address both immediate symptoms and underlying causes through CBT and trauma-informed approaches. Clients develop coping strategies for panic attacks, obsessive thoughts, and social anxiety while building long-term resilience.
Depression Therapy
Comprehensive treatment for major depression, antenatal/postnatal depression, and mixed anxiety-depression presentations. We employ interpersonal therapy and behavioural activation techniques to restore emotional balance. Our approach addresses cognitive distortions, sleep disturbances, and motivation issues while supporting clients through grief and life transitions.
Relationship Counselling
Evidence-based couples therapy focusing on communication skills and emotional intimacy. We address conflict patterns, infidelity recovery, and pre-marital preparation using Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Sessions help partners rebuild trust, improve conflict resolution, and strengthen relationship foundations through structured exercises.
Executive Coaching
Performance-focused coaching for professionals and organisations using positive psychology principles. We enhance leadership capabilities, team dynamics, and strategic thinking through tools like Peak Performance Profiling. Our approach integrates neuroscience insights to optimise decision-making, stress management, and organisational effectiveness for executives and sports teams.
Sleep Disorders
Targeted interventions for insomnia and sleep deprivation using cognitive-behavioural techniques. We address sleep hygiene, circadian rhythm disruptions, and anxiety-related sleep issues. Treatment plans incorporate relaxation training and mindfulness practices to improve sleep quality while addressing associated daytime fatigue and concentration problems.
People
Kylie
Clinical Psychologist
Fully registered Clinical Psychologist with Australian Psychological Society fellowship. Specialises in trauma recovery, personality disorders, and family therapy. Former Relationships Australia counsellor with 15+ years' experience in complex mental health cases.
Shane
Clinical & Sport Psychologist
Doctor of Clinical Psychology with MBA in Strategic Management. Expert in performance psychology, organisational consulting, and neurotechnology applications. Combines 25 years' clinical experience with elite sports background to address complex mental health and performance challenges.
Questions
What psychological services do you offer?
We provide anxiety and depression treatment, relationship counselling, sexual health therapy, sleep disorder interventions, weight management support, and executive coaching.
Do you accept Medicare referrals?
Yes, we offer on-site Medicare claiming for psychological services with valid GP referrals under mental health care plans.
Are your psychologists qualified?
Our team includes fully registered Clinical Psychologists with Australian Psychological Society accreditation and specialist postgraduate qualifications in clinical and sport psychology.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We employ evidence-based methods including CBT, DBT, ACT, schema therapy, and interpersonal psychotherapy tailored to individual client needs and presenting concerns.
Do you offer corporate psychology services?
Yes, our executive coaching extends to organisational consulting, team dynamics optimisation, and leadership development programs for businesses and sporting organisations.
Reviews (6)
Kane P.
Feb 26, 2021
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I was very dissatisfied with the sessions with Sherry, so much so I had to write this review to get it off my palate. Many times it felt like we were not even in the same session. Major topics and concerns that were brought up we would talk about for mere minutes and then they became forgotten not to be brought up again. She was a very poor listener in this regard. She seemed to have a cookie cutter approach and in my opinion may be out of touch with male perspective. I believe she starts her sessions with presumptions before collecting information. When she got to talking you could not get a word
Sarah W.
Oct 09, 2019
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I decided to give this place a try despite the reviews and I am so beyond glad that I did. I have been going to New Leaf for a few months now and have only had positive experiences thus far. The psychologist I meet with is lovely and I have no plans of leaving. The reception ladies are wonderful too, always greeting me with a warm smile and helping me book more appointments. I feel bad for the people that gave this place poor reviews. They either did not put their own effort into their appointments or are too upset with themselves to see the good. I hope my review helps those that are looking for
Jessica Smith
Aug 19, 2019
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Honestly so upset after visiting New Leaf. I had read a few unpleasant review but kept an open mind going in, however that was the greatest mistake I've ever made in my life. Unprofessional, unethical and disgustingly dirty, I would never return. Please everyone stay away from this organization. So upset.
Robert M.
Jul 17, 2019
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I've made an appointment [1st one] for my 16 yr. old daughter to see Dr. Sherry Van Blyderveen. Received reminder call a day prior & confirmed my daughter's presence. Showed up on time with my daughter. Heard voices from one of the rooms. After 15 min waiting a woman peeked into the waiting room and quickly retreated to her room. Literally no word, no eye contact, nothing. All other rooms were locked and there was no secretary present. That's it. Super unprofessional for not calling us to cancel/postpone the appointment due to whatever might have happened. No call back after either. Absolutely
Nicole S.
Jan 14, 2019
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If I could give a half star I would. I had an appointment and then one day before the scheduled appointment, they called and said they had double booked my appointment slot. This was an inconvenience as I had already made arrangements to stay at a hotel because we had moved the day prior. They do not run their business well at all. I do not recommend this place to anyone.
Zoe Carey
Jul 14, 2018
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Like all therapy/counselling, you get what you put into it. I haven't encountered any of the issues that some of the other people writing reviews have, so I can't speak to that. My experience is that the counsellors at New Leaf are professional, knowledgeable, and most importantly, effective. If only the cost could be covered by OHIP... :(
