Meet our team
Be Kids is home to a team that radiates warmth, expertise, and a genuine commitment to families like yours. Our community of allied health professionals understand the journey of life, from its first steps to its challenging leaps, and they’re here to support every stride.
Living and breathing our values, our team invites you to Be You, Be a Dreamer, and Be Encouraged. Their collective expertise means that with us, you’re in safe hands that will empower you to reach your aspirations.
Choosing Be Kids isn’t just about therapy; it’s joining a community that celebrates every milestone, big or small, ensuring a brighter and more hopeful tomorrow for every child and family.
Gemma Gringlas
Director and Clinical Psychologist
Assessment of specific learning disorders and treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, and more.
Dr Katie Waters
Clinical Psychologist
Working with children with a variety of emotional, behavioural, developmental and learning concerns.
Dr Danielle Freeman
Neonatal Paediatrician
Passionate about caring for babies and their families in the newborn period.
Lisa Fehily
Counsellor
Dedicated child and adolescent counsellor, employing holistic methods to nurture resilience and self-esteem.
Irma
Therapy Dog
Providing loving, non-judgmental support to clients, helping reduce stress and improve mental well-being through engaging activities and a safe space for healing.
Dr Stine Neerup
Family Psychotherapist and Couples Counsellor
Family psychotherapist and counsellor, specialising in neurodivergence, anxiety disorders, and strength-based, integrative therapy approaches.
Amy Walkley
Speech Pathologist
Providing neuro-affirming communication and social supports to children/teens and their families.
Danielle Kaufman
Psychologist
Specialising in mental health for children, adolescents, and young adults, utilizing diverse therapeutic techniques to support and equip clients with coping skills.
Dr Candice Franich-Ray
Clinical Psychologist
Providing gentle, collaborative, and neuro-affirming therapy for children, adolescents, and families.
Erin Ghazi
Educational and Developmental Psychologist
Specialising in neuroaffirming assessments and collaborative, evidence-based support for children, teens, and their families.
Dr Anna Cooper
Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Specialising in developmental assessments and goal-based intervention for babies, pre-school and school-aged children.
Amanda Bucello
Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Paediatric occupational therapist with over 9 years of clinical experience supporting children from birth to 13 years old.
Lee Maaya
Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Paediatric occupational therapist with extensive experience supporting children and families through practical, family-centred and play-based therapy across everyday environments.
Lauren Maree McCabe
Psychologist
Educational and developmental psychologist supporting young people with compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to their individual needs.
Karen Kalb
Practice Manager
Supporting our team with expert clinic management and a warm, welcoming approach.