Charlie Palmer
Clinical Psychologist Registrar
(She/her)
Currently accepting new clients.
Charlie is a warm, down-to-earth Clinical Psychology Registrar who values real, human connection in therapy. She begins by creating a safe space built on trust and clarity, working collaboratively with clients to identify therapeutic goals that reflect their unique experiences.
Charlie has a particular interest in supporting adults experiencing stress, burnout and emotional overwhelm. Many of her clients are used to managing life’s demands, yet find themselves feeling exhausted, disconnected, or caught in patterns of behaviour that no longer serve them. This can lead to changes in mood, difficulty regulating emotions, loss of motivation, strained relationships, or a sense of losing sight of who they are and what is important to them.
With over ten years of experience working in mental health, Charlie supports clients to slow things down and better understand what is happening beneath the surface. Her approach is trauma-informed and neuro-affirming, with a strong focus on nervous system regulation. Together, therapy may involve developing insight into recurring patterns, learning to recognise the body’s signals, building confidence to communicate needs and maintain healthy boundaries, and strengthening the skills needed to regulate emotions outside of sessions.
Charlie works collaboratively with clients to feel more grounded within themselves, more connected in their relationships, and able to move forward with greater intention, balance and self-understanding.
Areas of Practice
- Stress, burnout and life transitions: Stress and burnout; Chronic stress; Adjustment difficulties; Identity, values and meaning; Grief and loss
- Mood and emotional wellbeing: Anxiety and panic; Depression; Emotional regulation; Self-esteem; Procrastination; Insomnia and sleep difficulties
- Trauma and neurodiversity: PTSD; ADHD; Autism; Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD); PMDD
- Health and wellbeing: Chronic pain; Chronic fatigue; Hormone related health concerns
Therapeutic Approaches
- Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), where appropriate
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Exposure-based therapies
- Somatic approaches, including nervous system regulation, mindfulness and grounding strategies
Professional Memberships
- Registered Psychologist (Clinical Psychology Registrar), AHPRA (PSY0002827625)
- Associate Member, Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA)
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Academic Qualifications
- Bachelor of Psychological Science – Deakin University
- Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) – Cairnmillar Institute
- Master of Clinical Psychology – Federation University
Referrals and Funding
- A referral letter and Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) are required and can be obtained through your GP, psychiatrist or other medical specialist.
- Charlie is a registered Medicare provider and Medicare rebates are available with a valid MHCP.
- No other funding options available.
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More about Charlie
Outside of work, Charlie values spending time in nature and believes balance is an important part of wellbeing. You’ll often find her hiking, camping, rock climbing, painting, enjoying a coffee walk or sharing meals with friends and loved ones.
Availabilities
Tuesday: 9.30am – 4.30pm
Wednesday: 9.30am – 4.30pm
Thursday: 9.30am – 4.30pm
We’re here to help you find the right support.
If you would like to see one of our psychologists, please submit an enquiry using the form below or call our team on (03) 9989 0107.
Please note that Breathe Psychology is not a crisis or emergency service and wait times to see a psychologist can vary. If you need immediate help, please contact:
- 000 – Emergency Services
- Lifeline: 13 11 14
- Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
- Barwon Mental Health Services (24/7): 1300 094 187
- Suicide Line: 1300 651 251
- Safe Steps (Family Violence, 24/7): 1800 015 188
-1800RESPECT (Sexual, Domestic & Family Violence): 1800 737 732
-MensLine Australia: 1300 78 99 78
- Rainbow Door (LGBTIQA+ Support): 1800 729 367
Before you contact us:
To help save you time, we want to be clear about when Breathe Psychology may not be the right service.
We are unable to provide support for:
-psychosis
-eating disorders and treatment under an eating disorder management plan.
-alcohol or substance use as the primary concern
-People under the age of 16
-court-related assessments, legal reports, or medico-legal matters
-services funded under TAC, WorkCover/WorkSafe, NDIS, or FAS
For some mental health conditions, a psychiatrist referral is required:
If you have a history of mania, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or bipolar disorder, a referral from a psychiatrist is required before engaging in our service. This helps us ensure your treatment pathway is safe, appropriate, and well supported.
If we are the right service for you:
We will ask you to complete an intake form. Your answers help us:
-understand what you would like support with
-learn about your goals and preferences
-identify any safety or clinical factors
-match you with a psychologist whose skills and availability fit your needs
Our Intake Officer and Admin Team review your information as part of our matching process. This process was developed by our Principal Clinical Psychologist to make sure matching is ethical, safe, and aligned with best practice.
If you have any questions or prefer to speak with someone first, please call our friendly admin team otherwise please submit an enquiry below.