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​Abby Elder

Provisional Psychologist
Belmont

  • Master of Professional Psychology
  • Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)
  • Graduate Diploma of Psychology
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​I believe that every person deserves to live a life defined by love and dignity.

This idea is what motivated me to become a psychologist. Unfortunately, life unfolds in uneven ways that can cause us distress. I have had the honour to see the benefit the right therapeutic intervention can have in a person and family’s life which is what motivates me to work as a psychologist.

I love the opportunity to meet new clients and begin a transformational journey together.  I have great respect for individuals who can acknowledge they might need the support of a psychologist – it’s okay, we got this!
 
My work is led by Humanistic psychologists, such as Carl Rogers, who believed that the therapeutic relationship between a psychologist and client is incredibly important for encouraging growth. This means I prioritise building rapport with a new client, and will be led by a client’s needs during therapeutic sessions.
 
In session my techniques are derived from two types of therapeutic models – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). Both therapies teach behaviour change is possible to improve a person’s quality of life. This change is facilitated through the teaching of simple skills that can be practiced in everyday life.

I also love to incorporate artistic expression, such as the use of drawing, painting, and writing, to explore important events and concepts in a client’s life. 


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Hopscotch & Harmony
​Child, Teen and Adult Psychology
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1/167-179 Shaws Rd
Werribee 3030
​Ph: 97415222
92 Roslyn Rd
Belmont 3216
​Ph: 52416462

Fax: 03 8669 4076
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​Hopscotch and Harmony respectfully recognise the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the first Peoples of the continent now called Australia.
We acknowledge the Bunurong and Wadawurrung people of the Kulin Nation, the traditional owners of the land on which we work, and pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging.



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  • About us
    • Meet Our Team
    • Our Story
    • How We Are Doing
  • Clinic Services
    • Mental Health Services >
      • Child & Adolescent Counselling
      • Adult Counselling
      • Online Therapy
      • Study Without Stress Program: Yr 10-12
    • Relationship Counselling
    • Assessment Clinic >
      • Cognitive Assessments
      • Educational Assessments
      • Autism Assessments
    • Dietetics & Nutrition >
      • Teen & Adult Dietetic & Nutrition Clinic
      • Paediatric Dietetics & Nutrition
      • Feeding Clinic
    • Problem Solving Session
    • Organisational Wellness
  • Parent & Professional Learning
    • Webinars for Parents
    • Child Behaviour Course
    • Early Childhood & Schools
    • Clinical Supervision
  • Join our team
  • Blog
  • Contact
    • New Clients
    • What to Expect