Meet the team
“Being able to feel safe with other people is probably the single most important aspect of mental health; safe connections are fundamental to meaningful and satisfying lives.” ― Bessel van der Kolk
Our Psychologists
We are a team of professional, passionate and caring Psychologists who share a passion for Trauma-informed mental health care.
Trauma-informed mental health care means that all members of the Breathe Psychology team understand that trauma is a pervasive condition and endeavor to create an environment that fosters recovery and safety rather than one which may inadvertantly retraumatise or stigmatise an individual.
All of our Clinician’s are trained in EMDR and only see clients 18 years and above.
Liam Harkins (He/him)
Clinical Psychologist
Not currently accepting new clients.
Liam Harkins is a Clinical Psychologist, Board Approved Supervisor and Accredited EMDR Consultant who practices on Wudawurrung land, in Geelong West, Victoria. He provides evidence-based psychological interventions to individuals (16 yrs +) facing difficult life stressors and psychological challenges.
Andrew McAlinden (He/him)
Clinical Psychologist
Currently accepting new clients.
Andrew takes an individualised approach with each client to help build a collaborative alliance, and empower clients to make positive change. Andrew utilises regular assessments to help guide treatment, assess progress, tailor therapeutic strategies, and provide feedback to clients to support them to achieve their goals for therapy.
Olga Torgovnikova (She/her)
Clinical Psychologist
Currently accepting new clients.
Olga’s compassionate and sincere nature is teamed with her belief that each person is deserving and capable of a fulfilled life. She aims to provide a nurturing environment to empower her clients to understand and address their barriers to the life they wish to live.
Dr Hannah Capon (She/her)
Clinical Psychologist
Not currently accepting new clients.
Hannah is passionate about providing holistic, person-centred psychological support to those who are experiencing a range of mental health and psychosocial difficulties. Hannah’s primary modality is Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
Adam Palmer (He/him)
Clinical Psychologist
Not currently accepting new clients.
Adam brings a person-centred and compassionate approach to therapy. He works with adults and adolescents experiencing a range of mental health concerns.
Andrew Burzynski (He/him)
Psychologist
Currently accepting new clients.
Andrew is an empathetic and open-minded psychologist who is passionate about creating a safe environment for his clients to explore their concerns in therapy. His primary modality is EMDR.
Emma Gillan (She/her)
Psychologist
Currently accepting new clients.
Emma is a gentle and empathic psychologist who aims to create a space where individuals feel heard and respected. She uses a calm and relaxed approach to support individuals to recognise their inner strengths and draw on these to reach their therapeutic goals.
Maddy Keegan (She/her)
Psychologist
Currently accepting new clients.
Maddy brings an empathetic and warm approach to therapy, building a safe space for clients to feel understood. She works with adults and adolescents experiencing a range of difficulties, working collaboratively to build coping tools and strategies.
Ellie James (She/her)
Psychologist
Currently accepting new clients.
Ellie has a strong passion for supporting people to achieve positive behaviour change and to improve their overall wellbeing. She has a particular interest in perinatal mental health and strives to empower and support families as they navigate conception, pregnancy, birth and parenthood.
Our Provisional Psychologists
Our team of provisionally registered psychologists offer Neurofeedback and Biofeedback to clients experiencing a range of mental health concerns.
Neurofeedback intial assessment and training is overseen by a registered Clinical Psychologist but may be administered by a Provisional Psychologist. Our Provisional Psychologists are registered with AHPRA and have undertaken training in the administration of Neurofeedback and are in the process of completing their studies/internship. They work under the supervision of a registered Clinical Psychologist and receive regular supervision to ensure you are provided the best possible care.
Our Admin team
Emily (She/her)
Practice Manager (on maternity leave)
Emily is committed to delivering meaningful outcomes for businesses and clients and creating a healthy and satisfying working environment.
