Business Details
8 Years
experience
Trusted Mental Health Services in Ringwood, Victoria
Felix & Sage was founded in 2018 with a mission to provide accessible and affordable mental health care to the community. Our team comprises experienced psychologists and accredited mental health social workers trained in diverse therapeutic approaches. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, inclusive environment where clients receive impartial, culturally sensitive care tailored to their unique needs. Our clinics in Ringwood and Forest Hill offer convenient access with flexible appointment times, including evenings and weekends.We specialize in evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and neurodivergence, empowering clients to achieve hope, direction, and purpose. Our commitment to professional development ensures our practitioners maintain high standards, while our bilingual services and telehealth options enhance accessibility. We aim to serve Australia's multicultural society by fostering a safe space for healing and growth.
Services
Anxiety Counselling
Depression Therapy
Trauma Support
Relationship Counselling
ADHD Assessments
Grief Counselling
Eating Disorder Treatment
Neurodivergence Support
Telehealth Services
Psychological Assessments
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- Experienced team of registered psychologists and mental health social workers
- Evening and weekend appointments for greater accessibility
- Evidence-based therapies for anxiety, depression, and trauma
- Bilingual counseling services in English and Afrikaans/Thai
- Commitment to serving Australia's multicultural and neurodiverse communities
Associations and certifications
- Medicare Australia
Services
Anxiety Counselling
Our anxiety counselling services use evidence-based techniques to help clients manage symptoms through personalized treatment plans. We address generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorders, and phobias using cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness approaches. Clients develop coping strategies to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning while working with compassionate professionals who understand anxiety's impact on quality of life.
Depression Therapy
Specialized depression treatment combines therapeutic modalities to address persistent sadness, loss of interest, and motivation difficulties. Our clinicians create safe spaces for emotional exploration while teaching practical skills to manage symptoms. Treatment focuses on identifying negative thought patterns, developing coping mechanisms, and rebuilding positive life experiences through individualized care plans tailored to each client's needs.
Trauma Support
Trauma-informed care addresses post-traumatic stress disorder and complex trauma through specialized therapeutic approaches. Our practitioners help clients process traumatic experiences while developing grounding techniques and emotional regulation skills. Treatment emphasizes safety, empowerment, and gradual healing through evidence-based methods like EMDR and cognitive processing therapy adapted to individual readiness and capacity.
Relationship Counselling
Relationship counselling services improve communication patterns and resolve conflicts in various relationship dynamics. We work with couples, families, and individuals addressing relational challenges through systemic approaches. Sessions focus on enhancing understanding, developing conflict resolution skills, and rebuilding trust while maintaining neutrality and creating space for all perspectives to be heard and validated.
ADHD Assessments
Comprehensive ADHD assessments for children, adolescents, and adults follow standardized diagnostic criteria. Our psychologists conduct thorough evaluations including clinical interviews, cognitive testing, and behavioural observations. The assessment process includes feedback sessions with detailed reports and personalized recommendations for educational, workplace, or lifestyle adjustments to support neurodivergent individuals in achieving their full potential.
People
Christina Hereford
Principal Psychologist & PsyBA Supervisor
With 17+ years' experience, Christina specializes in anxiety, depression, and trauma using evidence-based therapies. She supervises psychologists and works with diverse client groups across Ringwood and Forest Hill clinics.
Lindie Oppermann
Clinical Psychologist & PsyBA Supervisor
Lindie brings 12+ years' international experience in child and adolescent mental health, specializing in anxiety and trauma. She offers bilingual counselling in English and Afrikaans at both Ringwood and Forest Hill locations.
Oliver Waluk
Clinical Psychologist
Oliver has 8 years' experience treating depression, anxiety, and complex trauma. He employs cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness approaches at the Ringwood clinic, working with clients across multiple funding sources.
Chiara Campagna
Registered Psychologist
Chiara specializes in anxiety, depression, and neurodivergence, creating safe spaces for clients to explore personal growth. She works at both Ringwood and Forest Hill clinics with a person-centred therapeutic approach.
Julia Villani
Accredited Practicing Dietitian
Julia specializes in eating disorders and paediatric feeding issues, combining nutritional expertise with compassionate care. She provides personalized dietary plans at the Ringwood clinic, focusing on improving clients' relationships with food.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide psychological services for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, ADHD assessments, eating disorders, and neurodivergence. Our evidence-based treatments cater to children, adolescents, and adults through individual, couples, and family therapy sessions.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we provide telehealth services using secure video conferencing platforms. This option offers flexible access to psychological care for clients who prefer remote sessions or have difficulty attending in person.
Are your services covered by Medicare?
Many services are eligible for Medicare rebates through Chronic Disease Management plans or Eating Disorder Treatment plans from your GP. Private health insurance extras and NDIS funding also cover some services.
What are your clinic locations?
We operate two clinics: 27 Wantirna Road, Ringwood (3134) and 389 Canterbury Road, Forest Hill (3131). Both locations offer accessible parking and public transport options near shopping centres.
Do you offer after-hours appointments?
Yes, we provide evening appointments until 8:00 PM on weekdays and Saturday sessions at alternating clinics to accommodate working professionals and students needing flexible scheduling options.
How do I book an appointment?
New clients can contact us via phone at (03) 8813 0590 or through our website contact form. Existing clients may book appointments online through our dedicated booking links for Ringwood and Forest Hill clinics.
Reviews (2)
Jane Alqueza
Aug 22, 2020
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Good service and staffs are very friendly.. Miss Shraevane was my psychologist and very helpful especially my mental needs..highly recommended.
Bianca Blaze
Jun 05, 2020
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Amie and her team are nothing short of fantastic. From the get go, Amie made sure I was comfortable and understood the processes involved with seeing a psychologist for the first time (Claire). Claire is absolutely wonderful! She is kind, empathetic and has really helped me understand a lot of new things about myself that I wouldn't have been able to prior to seeing her. I love that Claire uses psychology theories to help me learn and grow, whilst also facilitates reflective discussion without making me uncomfortable or judged. I couldn't recommend the team at Felix and Sage high enough!
