Compassionate, qualified care for individuals and families in Brisbane
At Takes Care Specialist Centre, we believe that mental health care should be personal, professional, and empowering. Our team of psychologists and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) practitioners offers tailored support for children, adults, and families across Brisbane. Whether you’re seeking help with anxiety, trauma, behavioural challenges, or family stress, we’re here to walk alongside you.
Katayoon Haghseresht
Principal Psychologist | PBS Practitioner
Katayoon is the founder and Principal Psychologist at Takes Care Specialist Centre. With over 25 years of experience, she provides trauma-informed, compassion-based care to adults and neurodivergent individuals. Her work is deeply person-centred and culturally sensitive—she speaks Farsi and supports clients from Iranian and Afghan backgrounds.
Qualifications:
- Registered General Psychologist
- Certified Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Practitioner
- AHPRA Board Approved Supervisor
- Member of the Australian Psychological Society
Special Interests:
- Depression, anxiety, PTSD
- Complex trauma and psychosocial disabilities
- Schizophrenia and intellectual disability
- Supporting NDIS participants
- Cancer recovery and chronic illness support
Therapeutic Approaches:
- Positive Psychology
- Trauma-centred CBT
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Rosalba Medoro
Clinical Psychologist
Rosalba is a Clinical Psychologist who works with children, adolescents, and adults. She brings a warm, family-focused approach to therapy and has a strong interest in supporting pregnant and parenting mothers—especially those facing mental illness or substance misuse.
Qualifications:
- Registered Clinical Psychologist
- Psychology Board of Australia registration
Special Interests:
- Couples and family therapy
- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma, grief, and loss
- Abuse, neglect, and family violence
- Refugee mental health
Gillian Meteyard
General Psychologist
Gillian has over 25 years of experience in adult mental health. She is known for her calm, collaborative style and her ability to support clients through complex emotional challenges and life transitions.
Qualifications:
- Registered General Psychologist
- Psychology Board of Australia registration
Special Interests:
- Anxiety, depression, PTSD
- Complex trauma, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder
- Childhood sexual abuse recovery
- Grief and chronic health conditions
- Life transitions
Therapeutic Approaches:
- Compassion-Focused Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based CBT
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Zhinus Haghseresht
Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner
Zhinus is a PBS practitioner with a strong passion for supporting neurodivergent children and adults. Her work is person-centred and focused on helping individuals thrive in inclusive environments.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)
- Currently completing a Master’s of Social Work
- Receives supervision from senior PBS specialists
Special Interests:
- NDIS-focused behavioural support
- Autism (Level 2 and 3)
- Intellectual disabilities
- Global developmental delays
- Challenging behaviours
📞 How to Book an Appointment
Booking a session at Takes Care Specialist Centre is simple and supportive.
✅ Call the Centre
📱 Phone: 07 3870 9388
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🌐 Visit: www.takescare.com.au
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