Dr Carmel Ferretti

Principal Clinical Psychologist

Carmel is a highly experienced clinical psychologist with over 30 years’ experience working with infants, children, adolescents, adults and families across educational, clinical and research settings. She holds a PhD in Psychology from the University of Melbourne, a Master of Psychology from Deakin University, a Postgraduate Diploma in Child and Adolescent Psychology from the University of Melbourne, and a Bachelor of Education (Psychology) from Melbourne College of Advanced Education.

Carmel takes an attachment-oriented approach, grounded in a deep understanding of how early relationships shape emotional life, identity and patterns of connection. She integrates attachment theory with cognitive-behavioural and trauma-informed approaches, tailoring treatment to each person’s needs. She provides a thoughtful, collaborative space where clients can explore the patterns influencing their relationships, emotional responses and sense of self, and supports individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and relational difficulties.

Carmel has extensive experience supporting children and families with emotional, behavioural and developmental challenges, particularly anxiety, adjustment, school-related concerns and transitions. She works closely with parents, caregivers and educators to develop practical strategies that support children across home and learning environments.

Her background includes roles as an educational and school psychologist across primary and secondary settings, as well as over 15 years of clinical experience within major health services including Western Hospital, Royal Women’s Hospital, Royal Children’s Hospital, Mercy Hospital for Women and Austin Health. She has also contributed to research with mothers and premature babies over the past 10 years.

Carmel has experience designing and delivering mental health promotion programs and has worked as a Project Officer with the Australian Psychological Society’s KidsMatter initiative, producing resources to support transition to school. She runs workshops for schools, offers consultancy to educational environments, provides supervision to psychologists, and supports families with parenting strategies and kindergarten programs through the School Readiness Funding Program.

Jodie Wood

Psychologist and Clinical Registrar

Jodie is a registered Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working in community and not-for-profit sectors, as well as private practice. She has recently completed a Master of Clinical Psychology (Post Registration) at the Cairnmillar Institute. Jodie also holds a Bachelor of Behavioural Science from La Trobe University, and a postgraduate diploma in Child and Adolescent psychology from the University of Melbourne.

Jodie has a passion for supporting families during the perinatal period and has completed additional training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders and Perinatal Loss and Grief. She works with a range of issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, birth trauma, infertility, coping with fertility treatment, grief, loss, difficulties in relationships and family dynamics, adjustment, and transition to parenting. 

Jodie also has experience working therapeutically with children, adolescents, and families. 

Jodie is committed to providing evidence-based therapies and utilises several therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Psychodynamic and Interpersonal Therapy, among others.