PAWS Psychology And Wellbeing Services

Marisa is a compassionate and experienced Registered Psychologist who has been providing counselling and psychological services since 2005. With a rich and diverse career spanning leadership roles, wellbeing programs, critical incident response, Employee Assistance Programs, executive coaching, and training, Marisa is deeply committed to supporting individuals across all stages of life.

Marisa works with children, adolescents, and adults, offering both short-term and long-term counselling tailored to a wide range of presentations. Her expertise includes supporting clients through depression, anxiety, stress, family changes, grief and loss, low self-esteem, and navigating challenges related to ADHD and Autism. She also provides affirming support for parents, carers, and LGBTIQA+ individuals.

With a person-centred and empathetic approach, Marisa draws on evidence-based therapies to guide her practice, including Interpersonal Psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Schema Therapy. Her warm and collaborative style fosters trust and helps clients achieve meaningful, lasting change.

Marcellina is a compassionate and dedicated psychologist with extensive experience in helping individuals navigate complex emotional and behavioural challenges. Having worked in a diverse range of settings, she has developed a deep understanding of trauma, mental health, complex behaviours, substance misuse, and disabilities, including neurodevelopmental disorders. 

Marcellina is excited to focus on supporting young adults and children, bringing a holistic, trauma-informed approach to her work. Passionate about empowering individuals, she aims to help them build resilience, regulate their emotions, and develop healthier coping strategies. She is committed to creating a unique, supportive environment in which clients feel heard, understood, and motivated to make positive change.

Marcellina draws on a range of evidence-based modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, and more, tailoring her approach to meet each client’s individual needs.

Wade is a psychologist with a deep passion for supporting young people, particularly those who have experienced trauma or are struggling with the pressures of the modern world. His work focuses on helping children and adolescents who may not be reaching their full potential—whether due to anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, past trauma, or the complex challenges of navigating life today. He also has significant experience supporting transgender and gender-diverse young people as they explore their identities and navigate the social and emotional challenges that can arise.

With experience spanning mental health, research, and high-performance environments, Wade brings a well-rounded and culturally informed perspective to his practice.

Wade’s therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, client-centred, and collaborative. He tailors evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure Therapy, and Cognitive Restructuring to meet the specific needs of each young person. Above all, he strives to create a safe, supportive space where they feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.

For those seeking a psychologist who truly connects with young people—helping them build resilience, regain confidence, and navigate their world with greater ease—Wade provides compassionate and expert support on their journey.