HI, I’M iRIS wAITE

clinical psychologist

Compassionate, Neuroaffirming Support for Meaningful Change

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    • 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.

    • Eating disorders and disordered eating

    • Body image and self-esteem concerns

    • Anxiety disorders and stress-related concerns

    • Depression and mood difficulties

    • Trauma-related concerns

    • Neurodivergent presentations, including ADHD and autism

    • Emotional regulation difficulties

    • Relationship and interpersonal difficulties

    • Grief and loss

    • Substance use and addictive behaviours

    • Workplace, school and study-related stress

    • Adjustment difficulties and life transitions

  • 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.

Compassion-Focused and Individualised Approach

Iris Waite is a Clinical Psychologist who supports adolescents and adults experiencing a range of psychological challenges. She is passionate about helping individuals better understand themselves, develop effective coping strategies and build a life that aligns with their values and goals.

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 safe, understood and empowered to make meaningful change.

Alongside her work in private practice, Iris has experience working as a School Psychologist and facilitating therapeutic programs within private hospital settings. She has supported individuals across a wide range of presentations, including eating disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism, self-esteem difficulties and life transitions.

As an ANZAED Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician, Iris has a particular interest in supporting individuals experiencing eating disorders, body image concerns and difficulties in their relationship with food.

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.