Maria Menzies
General Psychologist
Clinical Psychology Registrar
“I need to believe that something extraordinary is possible.”
– John Nash (A Beautiful Mind-movie)
Currently accepting new clients
Days in clinic: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and a monthly Saturday
Maria is a registered Psychologist and Clinical Psychology Registrar. She is passionate about creating a calm, supportive space where children, teens, adults, and families feel safe, understood, and genuinely cared for.
SPECIAL INTERESTS
- Anxiety and depression
- Emotional regulation and coping skills
- Trauma and trauma-informed care
- Schema Therapy and mode work
- Sand Tray, Art, and Expressive Therapies
- Neurodiversity-affirming support
- Grief and loss
- Adjustment and life transitions
- Behaviour and relationship challenges
- Strengths-based and resilience-focused work
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
Maria has worked across many different communities in Queensland, supporting people with anxiety, trauma, neurodiversity, emotional regulation, learning differences, grief, and life changes. She also has strong experience in psychometric assessment and in working closely with families, schools, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure support is holistic and meaningful.
Master of Clinical Psychology
Bachelor of Psychology (Hons)
Master of Guidance and Counselling
Master of School Counselling
Master of Research (Visual ART/Film)
Graduate Diploma in Inclusive Education
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Maria’s approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in trauma‑informed practice. She uses a blend of evidence‑based therapies—including CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, and Art and Expressive Therapies, to help people explore their experiences in ways that feel comfortable and empowering. Together, finding the strategies that fit you best.
Above all, Maria believes in people’s capacity to grow. Her goal is to help you build insight, resilience, and confidence at a pace that feels right for you. Whether you’re seeking clarity, healing, or new ways to cope, Maria is there to walk alongside you.