Searching for a psychologist in South East Queensland? Our practice has an experienced team of Psychologists dedicated to providing the highest quality psychological care to foster meaningful and lasting change in our clients’ lives.
We believe that a strong relationship between client and therapist is the foundation through which a client will progress towards their therapeutic and life goals. Psychology @ Sports & Spinal offers a range of flexible service delivery options to suit your needs:
In-office
Mobile
Telehealth
Booking can be made online or by contacting our clinic directly, we do not require a referral from your GP to get booked in however to see our psychologist under the Mental Health Care Plan by Medicare you will need to see your GP, the process starts with your GP preparing a Mental Health Care Plan which you then bring to your first appointment. A Mental Health Care Plan is not required to receive a rebate from your private health fund.
Psychology @ Sports & Spinal is deeply committed to ethical practice, integrity, confidentiality, understanding, and a caring approach to counselling. Our Psychologists are committed to working with individuals, couples, and groups with an enthusiasm for delivering workshops and seminars on a range of topics relating to life, health, performance, and sports subjects.
Our Psychologists have experience working with people facing a variety of psychological difficulties, including:
North Lakes Sports & Spinal is NDISregistered and accepts Medicare rebates and HICAPS health fund claims. EFTPOS and credit card facilities are also available for payment.
Originally from Melbourne, Emily is a psychologist who completed her undergraduate and graduate diploma studies at Monash University. She then pursued her Masters in Psychology (Sport and Exercise) at the University of Queensland. Emily is a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists.
With diverse experience in general psychological treatment, chronic pain management, and sports, Emily can provide support to a wide variety of individuals. Emily offers psychology services to young people and adults to improve their quality of life and well-being. She can assist individuals navigating chronic pain and adjusting to large changes in life, coping with anxiety and/ or depression, and addressing various other mental health concerns.
Passionate about providing a safe space for her clients, Emily aims to help them build self-confidence, enhance their overall quality of life, and live authentically. She welcomes clients seeking support in areas such as chronic pain, anxiety, depression, ADHD, interpersonal concerns, relationships, self-esteem, body image, veterans, grief and loss, and general counselling.
Outside of work, Emily is passionate about health and fitness and can often be found in the gym or enjoying meals at some of Queensland’s best restaurants.
PLEASE NOTE: For appointments at our Springfield and North Lakes clinics, please call the clinics directly to enquire about availability. Appointments at Woolloongabba can be made directly online.
“We are here to inspire, engage and empower everyone, on their journey of health and wellbeing”
Podiatry at Sports & Spinal focuses on understanding your clinical and lifestyle needs to develop a comprehensive, practical and individualised treatment plan.
With an emphasis on patient education, you are empowered to develop self-management strategies that are targeted towards maximising the benefit of treatment over the long term.
Our team can assist you for a wide range of issues like Sporting injuries, Heel Pain/Heel spurs, Footwear Advice, General Nail care and so much more!
Wanting to learn more? head to our bio to learn more!
Podiatry at Sports & Spinal focuses on understanding your clinical and lifestyle needs to develop a comprehensive, practical and individualised treatment plan.
With an emphasis on patient education, you are empowered to develop self-management strategies that are targeted towards maximising the benefit of treatment over the long term.
Our team can assist you for a wide range of issues like Sporting injuries, Heel Pain/Heel spurs, Footwear Advice, General Nail care and so much more!
Wanting to learn more? head to our bio to learn more!...
Step into comfort and care this Podiatry Week! Your feet deserve the best – let us help you stay active, healthy, and pain-free!
Our expert Podiatrists are highly skilled in the identification, diagnoses and rehabilitation of common foot and lower limb injuries.
If you are suffering with pain or problems with your feet, ankles and lower legs, our fully qualified podiatrists are dedicated to working with you to address your goals, relieve pain, regain mobility and effectively treat your foot problems!
Wanting to learn more? Head to our bio to book with our team 🦶
Step into comfort and care this Podiatry Week! Your feet deserve the best – let us help you stay active, healthy, and pain-free!
Our expert Podiatrists are highly skilled in the identification, diagnoses and rehabilitation of common foot and lower limb injuries.
If you are suffering with pain or problems with your feet, ankles and lower legs, our fully qualified podiatrists are dedicated to working with you to address your goals, relieve pain, regain mobility and effectively treat your foot problems!
Wanting to learn more? Head to our bio to book with our team 🦶...
This week is Podiatry Week! 🦶
Podiatry Week is dedicated to raising awareness of the full scope of the podiatry profession and educating the community on the diverse ways podiatrists can support our health.
The Podiatry team at Sports & Spinal provide all Podiatry care services with an emphasis on Exercise, Sports and Running Rehabilitation of the feet and lower limbs. Our team can assist you with all your foot health needs!
Podiatry Week is dedicated to raising awareness of the full scope of the podiatry profession and educating the community on the diverse ways podiatrists can support our health.
The Podiatry team at Sports & Spinal provide all Podiatry care services with an emphasis on Exercise, Sports and Running Rehabilitation of the feet and lower limbs. Our team can assist you with all your foot health needs!
Experiencing patella-femoral knee pain that is impacting you ability to perform daily tasks? Try this self-taping method as shown in do by our physiotherapist Tom to reduce your symptoms!
Please keep in mind that taping is often just a temporary relief option and will differ in effectiveness person to person as well as pathology. For long term pain reduction and recovery it is highly recommended you seek treatment from one of our physiotherapists or exercise physiologists. They will be able to help put a personally tailored recovery and management plan in place for you so you can continue and get back to running without pain getting in the way!
Experiencing patella-femoral knee pain that is impacting you ability to perform daily tasks? Try this self-taping method as shown in do by our physiotherapist Tom to reduce your symptoms!
Please keep in mind that taping is often just a temporary relief option and will differ in effectiveness person to person as well as pathology. For long term pain reduction and recovery it is highly recommended you seek treatment from one of our physiotherapists or exercise physiologists. They will be able to help put a personally tailored recovery and management plan in place for you so you can continue and get back to running without pain getting in the way!...
Step by Step Stability: Ankle Taping Tutorial for Optimal Support and Strength 🙌🏼👏🏻
Taping the ankle can provide various benefits, such as:
1. **Support and Stability**: Ankle taping can help support the ankle joint, providing stability during physical activities or sports that involve quick movements or changes in direction. This support can reduce the risk of sprains or injuries.
2. **Injury Prevention**: By limiting excessive movement of the ankle joint, taping can help prevent certain injuries, especially in individuals with a history of ankle issues or those participating in high-impact sports.
3. **Enhanced Proprioception**: Taping can improve proprioception, which is the body’s awareness of where it is in space. This heightened awareness can help athletes maintain better balance and coordination.
4. **Compression and Swelling Reduction**: Taping can apply gentle compression to the ankle, which may help reduce swelling and provide a therapeutic effect for certain conditions like minor sprains.
5. **Psychological Confidence**: Some athletes feel more psychologically confident and secure with their ankle taped, which can positively impact their performance.
It’s essential to note that while ankle taping can offer these benefits, it’s crucial to learn the proper taping techniques to ensure effectiveness and avoid potential skin irritation or circulation issues!
Step by Step Stability: Ankle Taping Tutorial for Optimal Support and Strength 🙌🏼👏🏻
Taping the ankle can provide various benefits, such as:
1. **Support and Stability**: Ankle taping can help support the ankle joint, providing stability during physical activities or sports that involve quick movements or changes in direction. This support can reduce the risk of sprains or injuries.
2. **Injury Prevention**: By limiting excessive movement of the ankle joint, taping can help prevent certain injuries, especially in individuals with a history of ankle issues or those participating in high-impact sports.
3. **Enhanced Proprioception**: Taping can improve proprioception, which is the body’s awareness of where it is in space. This heightened awareness can help athletes maintain better balance and coordination.
4. **Compression and Swelling Reduction**: Taping can apply gentle compression to the ankle, which may help reduce swelling and provide a therapeutic effect for certain conditions like minor sprains.
5. **Psychological Confidence**: Some athletes feel more psychologically confident and secure with their ankle taped, which can positively impact their performance.
It’s essential to note that while ankle taping can offer these benefits, it’s crucial to learn the proper taping techniques to ensure effectiveness and avoid potential skin irritation or circulation issues!...
World Heart Day 💙
Today is the best time for you to reflect on how your heart health is going. So, how’s it been?
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is one of the most prominent diseases worldwide and this number is only increasing. Did you know that 80% of premature deaths from CVD are preventable?
By making small changes to our lifestyle like what we eat and drink, how much we exercise, and how we manage stress, we can better manage our heart health and beat CVD.
The Sports & Spinal Team can assist you with small or big lifestyle adjustments and get you on the right track towards a healthier life.
Get in touch with our team today to find out more 👈
Today is the best time for you to reflect on how your heart health is going. So, how’s it been?
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is one of the most prominent diseases worldwide and this number is only increasing. Did you know that 80% of premature deaths from CVD are preventable?
By making small changes to our lifestyle like what we eat and drink, how much we exercise, and how we manage stress, we can better manage our heart health and beat CVD.
The Sports & Spinal Team can assist you with small or big lifestyle adjustments and get you on the right track towards a healthier life.
Get in touch with our team today to find out more 👈...
🧹KAWANA TEAM BRING BACK THE BROOMSTICK CHALLENGE 🧹
Can you get down and back up from the floor with no hands? Who do you think made it look the easiest? 💪🏽🤸🏽♀️
Today we celebrate and acknowledge the work that our amazing physiotherapists do across Southeast QLD. Our passionate teams are dedicated to providing each and every Sports & Spinal client with quality and tailored care.
Our team can assist with shoulder, neck and back pain, sporting injuries, lower limb conditions, women’s health, headaches, work cover incidents, pre and post-surgical, motor vehicle accidents and more!
Contact your local Sports & Spinal clinic today to find out how we can help you!
Today we celebrate and acknowledge the work that our amazing physiotherapists do across Southeast QLD. Our passionate teams are dedicated to providing each and every Sports & Spinal client with quality and tailored care.
Our team can assist with shoulder, neck and back pain, sporting injuries, lower limb conditions, women’s health, headaches, work cover incidents, pre and post-surgical, motor vehicle accidents and more!
Contact your local Sports & Spinal clinic today to find out how we can help you!