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HI, I’M iRIS wAITE

clinical psychologist

Compassionate, Neuroaffirming Support for Meaningful Change

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Compassion-Focused and Individualised Approach

    • Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours)

    • Master of Clinical Psychology

    • AHPRA endorsed Clinical Psychologist

    • Member of the Australian Psychological Society (MAPS)

    • Member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (MAAPi)

    • ANZAED Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician

  • Iris has experience supporting adolescents and adults across a broad range of psychological presentations. She works collaboratively with clients to understand their experiences and develop personalised strategies that support wellbeing and long-term growth.

    • Anxiety and stress

    • Depression

    • Trauma

    • ADHD and autism

    • Emotional regulation difficulties

    • Self-esteem

    • Relationship and interpersonal difficulties

    • Grief and loss

    • Workplace stress and burnout

    • Adjustment difficulties and life transitions

      Psychological Assessments

    • ADHD assessments

    • Autism assessments

    • Cognitive assessments

    • Diagnostic assessments

  • Iris draws from a range of evidence-based psychological approaches and tailors therapy to each individual's needs, goals and circumstances.

    • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

    • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

    • Schema Therapy (ISST Level 1 Certification)

    • Trauma-Informed Stabilisation Treatment (TIST)

    • Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)

    • Neurographica Art Therapy

      Iris integrates different therapeutic approaches to support clients in developing greater self-understanding, building effective coping strategies and creating meaningful change. She takes a compassionate and neuroaffirming approach, recognising the importance of working with each person’s unique experiences, strengths and goals.

Iris Waite is a Clinical Psychologist who supports adults experiencing a range of psychological challenges. She is passionate about helping individuals better understand themselves, develop effective coping strategies and create meaningful, lasting change.

Iris takes a warm, collaborative and neuroaffirming approach to therapy. She recognises that every person's experiences are unique and works closely with clients to create a supportive environment where they feel understood and comfortable exploring the challenges that have brought them to therapy. Her approach is tailored to each person's individual strengths, needs and goals.

Iris has experience supporting adults across a range of presentations, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism, self-esteem difficulties and significant life transitions. She works collaboratively with clients to develop greater insight into patterns of thinking, emotion and behaviour, while building practical strategies that support positive change in everyday life.

Alongside her therapeutic work, Iris has a particular interest in psychological assessment. She provides comprehensive ADHD, autism, cognitive and diagnostic assessments for adults, with a focus on developing a clear understanding of each person's individual profile. Where appropriate, assessment findings can help clarify diagnosis, identify strengths and areas of difficulty, and inform personalised recommendations for treatment and ongoing support.

Supporting Self-Understanding and Emotional Wellbeing

Iris supports clients to develop a deeper understanding of themselves, their experiences and the factors influencing their wellbeing.

Through a compassionate and collaborative therapeutic relationship, clients are supported to strengthen resilience, build practical coping strategies and work towards meaningful and sustainable change.

A Neuroaffirming and Holistic Approach

Iris understands that wellbeing is influenced by many interconnected aspects of life. She takes a holistic approach to therapy, recognising each person's strengths, challenges, relationships, environment and lived experiences.

Drawing from evidence-based psychological approaches, Iris works collaboratively with clients to support emotional wellbeing, self-acceptance and personal growth.