OUR TEAM

The people behind
your care.

Qualified, AHPRA-registered psychologists and mental health clinicians committed to accessible, culturally responsive telehealth care — wherever you are in Australia.

"Each client is matched with a clinician who truly understands their unique story, background, and needs."

At Outlook Psychology, our team of psychologists and mental health clinicians bring a deep understanding of remote and rural mental health needs, extensive experience supporting children, teens, adults, and families, and cultural awareness and trauma-informed care.

We use evidence-based therapies proven to promote long-term wellbeing, recovery, and resilience. Whether you're in a remote community, regional town, or city, our team delivers compassionate, secure, and effective mental health support wherever you are.

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Michelle Grant, Founder & Director Psychologist

Michelle Grant

Founder & Director

B.Psych (Hons ) · AHPRA · WASC Accredited

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Michelle is the Founder and Director of Outlook Psychology Practice, a leading provider of culturally responsive, trauma-informed mental health services across regional and remote Australia. Raised in Nhulunbuy, NT, Michelle's early years fostered a deep respect for service, community, and cultural connection — values that continue to anchor her clinical and leadership practice.

With more than 15 years' experience, Michelle has delivered compassionate, evidence-based psychological care throughout East Arnhem Land, the Groote Eylandt Archipelago, and other very remote Northern Territory communities. She is accredited by Dr Tracy Westerman in the Westerman Aboriginal Symptom Checklist (WASC), further strengthening the clinical and cultural rigour of her work.

Durriya Meraj, Registered Psychologist Psychologist

Durriya Meraj

Registered Psychologist

Registered Psychologist · AHPRA

🌐 English, Urdu, Hindi

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Durriya is a registered psychologist offering professional telehealth psychological counselling. She provides accessible support for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, substance use, personality disorders, and family conflicts through secure video-based therapy sessions.

Durriya works with clients of all ages, including geriatric and multicultural populations, using evidence-based interventions such as CBT, PCT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Grief Counselling, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT ). Her approach is client-centred, compassionate, and culturally sensitive.

Lingani Mbakile-Mahlanza, Registered Psychologist Psychologist

Lingani Mbakile-Mahlanza

Registered Psychologist

Registered Psychologist · AHPRA · 14+ years

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Lingani is a registered psychologist with over 14 years' experience across NGO and private practice settings. She supports adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, interpersonal difficulties, burnout, ADHD, and major life transitions.

Lingani blends CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, and other evidence-based approaches with a calm, person-centred style. She values cultural inclusivity, identity-affirming practice, and creating a safe space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered.

Rosalee Webb, Registered Psychologist Psychologist

Rosalee Webb

Registered Psychologist

Registered Psychologist · AHPRA · 20+ years

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Rosalee is a registered psychologist with 20 years' experience across the Northern Territory and Kimberley. She provides trauma-informed counselling for adults and families Australia-wide.

With a gentle, grounded approach, Rosalee supports people from all walks of life — including survivors of abuse and violence, veterans and their families, returned service personnel, Aboriginal clients in both urban and remote communities, and individuals impacted by workplace bullying and harassment. She uses evidence-based therapies including ACT, CBT, DBT, and Narrative Therapy.

Leah Willcott, Registered Psychologist Psychologist

Leah Willcott

Registered Psychologist

Registered Psychologist · AHPRA · CBT · ACT · DBT

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Leah is a dedicated psychologist providing therapy intervention, assessments and diagnosis across Australia. With a strong foundation in CBT, ACT, and DBT, Leah works with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, suicide prevention, and grief.

Through a client-centred and holistic approach, Leah provides a safe and supportive space to foster resilience, self-awareness, and meaningful change.

Ely Flynn, Occupational Therapist and Senior Mental Health Clinician Occupational Therapist

Ely Flynn

Occupational Therapist / Senior Mental Health Clinician

Occupational Therapist · Senior Mental Health Clinician

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Ely is an occupational therapist and senior mental health clinician. She moved to East Arnhem Land with her husband and children in 2023 and is enjoying exploring this new part of the world.

Ely is committed to creating a safe, supportive therapeutic space for individuals to achieve better overall health and wellbeing. She utilises CBT, ACT, strengths-based, trauma-informed and sensory-informed approaches. Ely has spent the most recent part of her career working with people experiencing body image and eating disorders and is accredited to provide therapy specific to these challenges (CBT-E and SSCM ).

Royce Coughlan, Mental Health OT and Clinician Occupational Therapist

Royce Coughlan

Mental Health OT & Clinician

OT · Mental Health Clinician · Masters Psychosexual Therapy

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Royce is an Occupational Therapist and Mental Health Clinician who grew up on Darkinjung Country (NSW ) and brings a holistic, culturally grounded approach to therapy. With experience across child and youth trauma, adult mental health, and community practice, he integrates kinship, connection, and creativity into his work.

Holding a Master's in Psychosexual Therapy, Royce supports clients to build healthy relationships and wellbeing across all areas of life. Outside of therapy, he enjoys music, meditation, and qigong, valuing balance and authenticity in all he does.

Emma Kelly, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker Social Worker

Emma Kelly

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker

AMHSW · AASW · since 2012

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Emma is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (since 2012 ) with extensive experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults. Emma has previously worked with Outlook and, after living in Nhulunbuy in 2023, is returning to provide telehealth appointments.

Using a trauma-informed approach, Emma draws on evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and EMDR. She works collaboratively with clients, empowering them to feel heard, understood, and in control of their own lives.

Harveen Khuman, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker Social Worker

Harveen Khuman

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker

AMHSW · AASW · 9 years experience

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Harveen is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with nine years of experience across the not-for-profit, public and private mental health sectors. She has worked extensively with individuals and groups, providing therapeutic support in a safe and collaborative space.

Harveen is passionate about working authentically, collaboratively and creatively with people. Her approach is grounded in respect and a recognition of the uniqueness of every individual. She offers a warm, safe and trauma-informed therapeutic space where clients can explore their experiences without judgement.

Harveen has worked extensively with individuals experiencing grief and loss, anxiety and mood difficulties, significant life transitions, workplace stress and injury, occupational trauma, and the complex impacts of chronic pain. She is trained in CBT, DBT, Prolonged Exposure, IPT and ACT, and has a strong background in group therapy facilitation.

Nicola Albery, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker Social Worker

Nicola Albery

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker

AMHSW · AASW · 15+ years

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Nicola is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 15 years' experience in mental health. With an extensive background in providing accessible psychological therapy and psychiatric triage and assessment services, Nicola brings a wealth of experience and deep understanding of mental health concerns to her private practice.

Nicola's approach is calm, non-judgmental and down-to-earth. She utilises EMDR therapy, as well as CBT, ACT, SFBT and Mindfulness, to help adults heal from past traumas and address current stressors including family, work, medical and perinatal-related concerns. Couples counselling is also offered.

Rebekah Daniel, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker Social Worker

Rebekah Daniel

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker

AMHSW · AASW · Medicare Recognised · 17+ years

🌐 English, Tamil, Malayalam

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Rebekah is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with more than 17 years of professional experience, including over a decade working in community and hospital-based mental health services across Western Australia. She is a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers and is recognised as an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker under Medicare.

With a strong background in supporting individuals experiencing complex mental health challenges, Rebekah brings a compassionate, client-centred approach drawing on CBT, ACT, DBT, and trauma-informed practice. Her career has included service in both metropolitan and regional settings, including Kalgoorlie.

Lori Hetherton, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker Social Worker

Lori Hetherton

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker

AMHSW · AASW · 18+ years

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Lori is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 18 years of experience supporting individuals throughout Australia. She provides telehealth counselling, making therapy accessible, flexible, and convenient for clients wherever they live.

Lori takes a strengths-based, collaborative approach, creating a calm and supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood. She integrates CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, and Mindfulness to help people manage anxiety, depression, and life stressors.

Caitlin Douglas, Accredited Mental Health Social Worker Social Worker

Caitlin Douglas

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker

AMHSW · AASW

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Caitlin is a dedicated Accredited Mental Health Social Worker providing telehealth counselling to children, young people, and adults experiencing mental health challenges. She has extensive experience supporting vulnerable families and individuals across diverse backgrounds in both government and non-government settings.

Caitlin has worked in schools, supporting primary-aged students with social-emotional wellbeing and educational outcomes, and currently supports adult clients in the community experiencing severe mental health disorders. Her approach is guided by trauma-informed care using CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems Therapy.

Practice & Support Team

The people who keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

Rebecca Bridge, Practice Manager Practice Manager

Rebecca Bridge

Practice Manager

25+ years administrative experience

Bec has deep roots in Nhulunbuy since 1985 and brings over 25 years of administrative expertise in education and mental health services. Recognised for her diligence, warmth, and empathy, she ensures every client's needs are met with care and precision.

Kirsty McPherson, Client Relationship Team Client Relations

Kirsty McPherson

Client Relationship Team

Client Relationship Team

Kirsty is one of the friendly faces of our client relationship team, ensuring every person who reaches out to Outlook Psychology feels welcomed, heard, and supported from the very first contact.

Mikaela Bridge, Social Media Social Media

Mikaela Bridge

Social Media

Social Media

Mikaela manages Outlook Psychology's social media presence, sharing stories, resources, and updates that connect our community and reflect the heart of what we do.