MEET OUR PSYCHOLOGISTS

About Rocky Pellegrino (he/him)

Hello! I’m Rocky (Rocco), a registered psychologist and proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community. I’m passionate about creating a safe, inclusive space where individuals feel empowered to explore their thoughts, identities, and experiences without fear of judgment.

I hold a Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology from Monash University and have experience working in both public school systems and private settings. I work with children, adolescents, young adults, and families, providing both therapy and psychological assessments.

As a neuroaffirming psychologist, I recognise and celebrate the diversity of minds. I believe in tailoring support to each individual’s needs, drawing on the latest research in neurodiversity and trauma-informed care. My approach is integrative and client-centred, blending evidence-based techniques with genuine warmth, flexibility, and respect for identity and lived experience.

I am especially passionate about working with autistic and ADHD individuals, those navigating anxiety, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. As a gay male therapist, I bring personal insight and deep respect for the importance of affirming, identity-safe care.

In addition to therapy, I offer assessments for children (5+), adolescents, and young adults, including:

• Cognitive and educational assessments

• ADHD assessments

• Autism assessments

I also offer animal-assisted therapy with my dogs, Milo and Koda, embracing the powerful connection between humans and animals to enhance comfort, engagement, and therapeutic outcomes.

Whether you're seeking support for your mental health, exploring your identity, or simply wanting a space to feel heard and respected, I’m here to walk alongside you.

Learn more about our therapy dogs Milo & Koda...

Rocky (Rocco) Pellegrino

REGISTERED Psychologist

Qualifications

• Grad Dip Psych - Monash University

• Grad Dip Psych Adv. - Monash University

• Master of Education & Developmental Psychology - Monash University

Available

• Monday

• Tuesday

• Wednesday

Emily Dyos

registered Psychologist

About Emily Dyos (she/her)

Emily is a registered psychologist who works with children, teens, and adults, offering both assessment and therapy in a way that feels safe, creative, and tailored to each person.

She’s passionate about helping young people and adults make sense of their world - whether through play, art, or gentle conversation - and believes that emotional growth happens best when people feel truly seen and understood.

Her approach is grounded in person-centred care, meaning she meets each child, adolescent, or adult where they’re at and builds from their strengths.

Emily works closely with parents and caregivers, offering practical support and insights to help families feel confident and connected.

She’s committed to neuroaffirming and trauma-informed practices, which means she honours each person’s unique wiring and life experiences with compassion and respect.

In her free time, Emily loves engaging with animals and the outdoors and enjoys staying active.

Whether you or your child is navigating big feelings, family changes, or just needs a space to explore who they are, Emily brings warmth, creativity, and clinical expertise to every session.

Qualifications

• BPsychSc - La Trobe University

• BPsychSc (Hons) - Federation University

• Master of Education & Developmental Psychology - Monash University

Available

• Wednesdays

• Fridays

Nicole da Silva

CLINICAL Psychologist

About Nicole da Silva (she/her)

Hi, I’m Nicole (she / her), and I’m a clinical psychologist. I work best with people aged 10+, and have a particular interest in supporting those who identify as neurodivergent; including autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, PDA and 2e. I have both professional and personal experience in this area, and a deep (but not definitive!) understanding and appreciation of the range of both joys and challenges that often come with neurodivergence.

My therapeutic style is curious, creative and client led. In terms of therapeutic modality, I tend to think about things from a neuroaffirming Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy framework. In addition, I am a trained EMDR clinician and a full member of the EMDRAA. I have also undergone training and supervision in Trauma Focused CBT for autistic children and adolescents.

I welcome people to come as they are. During sessions, I offer a range of ways to engage—through activity or stillness, words, drawing, music, crafting, playing… or any form of engagement and self-expression that creates a sense of safety, calm, and connection. Fidgeting, stimming and anything that makes you comfortable is encouraged.

I am lucky to be supported in therapy by my two Maine Coon’s, Atticus and Dinah. Although if you’re not a cat person, they won’t be offended, and always enjoy spending time outside of my room swanning around the reception area.

Areas I work best in:

• Autism and ADHD (Adjusting to diagnosis, forming identity, learning about sensory preferences, working with your cognitive style, energy accounting, personal boundaries, interpersonal communication needs, advocating for self, executive functioning support, understanding one’s energy and regulation needs, avoiding burnout, etc.)

• Anxiety (Social, GAD, Panic Disorder, Emetophobia)

• Chronic illness (living with)

• Gut-Brain Interaction Disorders (IBS, functional abdominal pain, rumination and reflux –utilising gut-directed hypnotherapy and gut-directed psychotherapy - must be under GP / GE care for the condition concurrently)

• Mood difficulties

• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

• Self-esteem and self-identity issues (Including neurodivergent identity)

• Tourette Syndrome – Motor & verbal tics (CBIT trained)

• Trauma (complex, interpersonal, single event, neurodivergent)

Services I provide:

• Individual counselling and psychological interventions for people aged 10+

• Adult autism and ADHD assessment

• Adult functional capacity assessment (for psychosocial disability and autism)

I provide a neurodiversity affirming service. This means that I strive to recognise and affirm the rights and preferences of people of all neurotypes, and to provide support that is tailored to accommodate each person’s unique needs. I aim to provide safe, inclusive, trauma-informed care that is responsive to the needs of people from the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from all cultures and marginalised groups. I take a stance of cultural humility and recognise the complexity of intersectionality, and all the things I am yet to learn.

Whether you are looking for non-judgemental support for yourself or your child to work through particular challenges, engage in treatment for a specific mental health condition, or a place for you or your child to grow a stronger sense of self and advocate for / grow a life that meets your unique needs, I look forward to meeting you to see if we might be a good therapeutic fit.

A little more about me:

Outside of the clinic, I enjoy spending the warmer months camping and floating around in natural bodies of water. During the cooler months you’ll find me jumping from one craft project to the next until the sun comes out again!

Qualifications

• Master of Clinical Psychology - Griffith University

• BPsych Hon - University of Southern QLD

• Grad Dip Psych - Monash University

Available

• Mondays (telehealth only)

• Tuesdays

• Wednesdays

• Thursdays