Psychologist in Cairns for Children, Adolescents, and Adults
Specialist interest in eating disorders, feeding difficulties, and emotional wellbeing.
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Diaita Psychology provides support for children, adolescents and families, and adults experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation difficulties, eating and feeding concerns, and challenges with everyday life.
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Psychology appointments are available at our Manunda practice in Cairns.
Telehealth may be offered where clinically appropriate.
Our Approach
Evidence-Based
Assessment and therapy are informed by current evidence and tailored to each person's individual needs, developmental stage and circumstances. We support children and adolescents experiencing emotional and behavioural difficulties, as well as adults experiencing eating disorders.
Collaborative
We work closely with clients, families, doctors, and specialists to provide coordinated, compassionate and individualised care. Collaboration with family members and other professionals occurs with the client's consent, where appropriate.
Person-centred and Family Focused
We recognise that every person's experiences, strengths, and challenges are unique. Our approach supports children, adolescents and adults while recognising the important role of families and support networks where appropriate.
Psychology Informed by Dietetics
Kerryn O'Brien is a registered psychologist and qualified dietitian. Her background in paediatric and clinical dietetics brings additional insight to work with people whose emotional wellbeing, sensory experience and relationship with food intersect. Â
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Treatment focuses on the psychological, emotional, and behavioural aspects of eating, using evidence-based approaches tailored to each person's needs.
Services at Diaita Psychology are provided as psychological services and not dietetic services.Â
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Where appropriate, care is coordinated with doctors, dietitians, and other health professionals to support comprehensive, multidisciplinary care.
Eating Disorder Credentialed
Kerryn O'Brien is an ANZAED Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician (CEDC-MH) and Registered Psychologist
The ANZAED Eating Disorder Credential recognises the qualifications, training, experience, and ongoing professional development required for clinicians providing eating disorder treatment.Â
How we can help
Eating Disorders - Adolescents and Adults
Psychological treatment for anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and other eating disorder presentations.
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ARFID and Feeding Difficulties
Therapy for avoidant/restrictive eating, food related anxiety, and feeding challenges.
Child and Adolescent Psychology
Support for anxiety, emotional regulation, school-related difficulties, and psychological wellbeing.
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Parent and Family Support
Practical, compassionate guidance for families navigating emotional, behavioural, and eating-related challenges.