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Our Team

All of the Psychologists at Solutions In Mind have a minimum of 4 years tertiary studies and are registered with the national regulating body for Psychologists – AHPRA. They are also associate or full members with the Australian Psychological Society and are required to maintain strict requirements for professional development to maintain their registration status.

 

Kasha (Bedford) Zabielo (MAPS)

B. Sc. (Psych) M. Arts. (Psych) - Founder | Director | Principal Psychologist | Educational and Developmental Psychologist | Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner

Kasha graduated from the University of Sydney in 1995 completing a Masters degree in Psychology. Kasha has over 25 years’ experience providing psychology services in the public and private domains. She is a passionate and highly experienced in promoting growth and independence in children, adolescents and adults and in particular those with additional / special needs. She is competent in running a range of evidenced based programs including Triple P (Standard, Stepping Stones and Enhanced) Programs, CBT groups, Cool Kids Anxiety Programs, Sleep Programs, Westmead Feelings Program, Fussy Eating and Toilet Training programs. She is an accredited Griffiths III provider for developmental assessments. She is an accredited Westmead Feelings Program facilitator. She is competent and experienced in developing and implementing behaviour support plans for clients with complex challenging behaviours and is a Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner. She has presented to parents and other professionals on Anxiety in the Special Needs population. She is a Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), Association of Psychologists Inc. (AAPi). She is an accredited Medicare provider. She is an AHPRA Approved Supervisor and has been supervising and mentoring Psychologists for over 15 years. She is an endorsed Educational and Developmental Psychologist.

Liz Leahey (Assoc. MAPS)

B. Sc. (Psych) Grad Dip. Applied - Psychology - Principal Psychologist

Liz graduated from the University of Wollongong in 2000. She has worked in the public and private sector including the Catholic School domains as a School Counsellor and in Out of Home Care. She is experienced in providing a range of services across the lifespan with a focus on CBT, person centred, family therapy and behavioural interventions. Liz works with a range of client presentations including mood disorders, anxiety, child behaviour difficulties, and trauma. Liz is an accredited Griffiths III provider for developmental assessments, Cool Kids, and MindUp facilitator. She has a special interest in diagnosing specific learning disorders. Liz is an accredited Medicare provider and AHPRA approved Supervisor.

Holly Hargraves (Assoc. MAPS)

B. Psychology - Psychologist

Holly graduated in 2016 from Western Sydney University. Holly has experience teaching dancing to children, including those with special needs in the school environment and local dance studios for the past 13 years. Her experience assists her in providing services to young children and adolescents. She has a special interest in working with adolescent girls on the autism spectrum and addressing their social and emotional development. She is experienced in providing behaviour support to those with complex challenging behaviours. She is passionate about promoting the importance of exercise on mental health and well-being. Holly is a trained ADOS-2 and ADI-R autism assessment provider.

Tara Duguid

B. Social Science - Psychologist

Tara graduated from the University of Western Sydney completing a Bachelor of Psychological Studies (1st Class Honours) in 2020. She is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). She is a Westmead Feelings Program Facilitator. Tara joins us following volunteering at the practice during her university studies. She is passionate about working with younger children, adolescents and their families, and is particularly focused on empowering young women to be independent and confident in themselves and their social abilities. She is excited to encourage young adults to incorporate exercise and regular self-care practices to embrace a wholistic approach to promoting and prioritising their mental health.

Winona Dimla

B. Psychology Honours | M. Professional Psych - Psychologist

Winona graduated from Western Sydney University having completed a Masters of Professional Psychology. She has a background in crisis support at Lifeline and as a mental health worker where she worked with others through their mental health journey to help them reach their fullest potential. She has experience in delivering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Winona is eager to encourage and empower individuals and families in expanding their capacity to cope with day to day life. She has a special interest in helping children, adolescents and adults achieve personal growth using a holistic and person-centred approach. She is passionate about supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds including cultural and gender.

 

Cara Wilmott

B. Psychology Honours | MAPS – Psychologist

Cara graduated from the University of New England with a Master of Professional Psychology and is currently registered as a Provisional Psychologist. She has a history working in government and non-government organisations in Australia and internationally, with a particular interest in helping improve the lives of marginalised communities and young people. Cara is a compassionate clinician who seeks to provide a warm and non-judgmental environment for clients of all backgrounds. She is enthusiastic about empowering young people and families to take charge of their mental health and support them to thrive in life.

 

Nicole D'Mello

B. Social Science | M. Professional Psych - Provisional Psychologist

Nicole completed her Bachelor of Science (Psychology) Honours at the University of Sydney and has recently finished her Master of Professional Psychology at Western Sydney University. She is a Provisional Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and is also a member of the AAPi. She is passionate about mental health and holistic wellbeing. Nicole is eager to equip children and adults with psychological tools to help them navigate their unique journey in life.

 

Lance Stephenson

B. Psychological Science (Honours) | M. Professional Psychology – Provisional Psychologist

Lance graduated from the University of Wollongong in 2023 with a Master of Professional Psychology and is currently registered as a Provisional Psychologist. He has experience working in disability support, primarily supporting young people with complex mental health conditions. Furthermore, he has also worked for non-government organisations to provide psychological support within the context of education. Lance is a warm and compassionate clinician, and through the application of psychological skills, aims to support his clients in leading fulfilling lives.

Emily Anderson

B. Psychology (Honours) | M. Clinical Psychology – Provisional Psychologist

Emily graduated from the University of Western Sydney in 2024 with a Bachelor Of Psychology (Honours). She is currently completing her Masters of Clinical Psychology and is currently registered as a Provisional Psychologist. Emily is experienced in mentoring students (preschool – adult) both individually and in group setting to develop their confidence and self esteem from a background in dance teaching. She has conducted research in raising brain health awareness in preschool aged children. She is passionate about the field of psychology and building genuine relationships with her clients and applying appropriate evidenced based interventions to improve overall mental health and well being. 

Zechariah Francis (Assoc. MAPS)

B. Psychology (Honours) | M. Professional Psychology – Provisional Psychologist

Zechariah graduated with a Master of Professional Psychology and is currently registered as a Provisional Psychologist. He has a history working in child protection and the disability field across the lifespan as Behaviour Support Practitioner, developing and implementing positive behaviour support plans for clients with complex support needs. He is experienced in working as part of a multidisciplinary team and providing outreach services in homes, schools and supported accommodation environments. He has a wealth of knowledge from providing child protection services.  Zechariah is passionate about providing collaborative services to his clients and families.

Roneen Grant

B. Psychology (Honours) | M. Professional Psychology – Provisional Psychologist

Roneen graduated with a Master of Professional Psychology and is currently registered as a Provisional Psychologist. She has a long history of working in educational environments as a school learning support officer providing academic and emotional supports to students with additional needs. She is also experienced in the management of and de-escalation of behavioural issues in children. Roneen is passionate about providing her clients with appropriate evidenced based interventions so they can achieve academic and emotional growth.

Cameron Ang

B. Psychology (Honours) | M. Professional Psychology – Provisional Psychologist

Cameron graduated with a Master of Professional Psychology and is currently registered as a provisional psychologist. He has a history of working in the disability field across the life span as a Disability Support Worker and working with the NDIS. He is experienced in working as part of a multidisciplinary team and providing support services in homes and supported accommodation environments. Cameron is passionate about providing holistic and collaborative services to clients and families.

Sarah Upton

Practice Manager

Sarah brings a wealth of experience to the team with a diverse background in operations, administration and finance. Having gained strong experience within the NDIS/Allied Health space, Sarah shares her knowledge of accounts and billing at Solutions In Mind and is supportive and passionate about assisting families and greeting them when they come into the clinic.

 

Michelle Zabielo

Administrative Assistant

Michelle comes to Solutions in Mind Psychology with extensive experience in medical administration, having previously worked in a large medical center and Westmead Children’s Hospital. Known for her welcoming and supportive demeanor, Michelle is always ready to assist the team, clients, and their families. Her friendly and approachable nature, coupled with her administrative expertise, makes her an essential and valued member of the Solutions in Mind Psychology team.

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