Director & Principal Psychologist

Sharen Hok Lun Lui

Psychology Board Approved Supervisor (Primary Supervisor; Ed&Dev & Clinical Endorsements),  MAAPi, MHKPS, Board Member of the Australian Chinese Psychologists Association (ACHPA).
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As an Educational and Developmental Psychologist, my keen focus is on supporting neurodivergent individuals across different life stages by conducting comprehensive assessments, differential diagnoses, adeptly identifying potential comorbidities associated with neurodivergence, and providing people-centered, compassionate therapy, while upholding a high standard of clinical and ethical practice.

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As the Director of Sprout Psychology Melbourne (SPM), I lead a dynamic team offering a wide range of services, including psychotherapy, assessments, supervision, and workshops. SPM serves a diverse clientele, including individual clients, educational institutions, bilingual families, and the broader community. 

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In my supervisory role, I mentor psychology registrars on both the Educational & Developmental and Clinical endorsement pathways, as well as provisional psychologists on placement at our clinic. With a decade of experience in the neurodivergence field, I am frequently invited to provide professional clinical advice to psychologists from other disciplines or endorsement areas, such as clinical psychology, to help address challenges in assessing and providing therapy support to neurodivergent clients.

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My clinical responsibilities include conducting psychological assessments for children, adolescents, and adults for Autism and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), preparing detailed reports for funding applications such as NDIS and Disability Support Pension, and performing comprehensive differential diagnoses. Additionally, I provide individual psychotherapy to neurodivergent individuals aged 6 to 65 and collaborate with medical professionals to support autistic individuals with comorbid psychiatric conditions, such as OCD, bipolar disorder, and depression. I also offer early identification, intervention, and parenting support to families with young autistic children.

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My qualifications include postgraduate training in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and Art Therapy. Well-versed in administering and interpreting assessments such as ADOS, MIGDAS, and Wechsler for neurodivergence, my professional journey is driven by a dedication to providing high-quality diagnostic assessments and therapeutic support. I strive to enhance the lives of neurodivergent individuals and their families through meticulous, evidence-based practices that are sensitive to their unique needs and circumstances.

Adolescent & Adult Psychologist

Lauren Moody-Stone

MPsych (Educational & Developmental
Psychology)

Lauren is a registered psychologist who prioritises creating a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. She aims to ensure each client feels listened to, understood, and empowered to navigate their own personal journey. Committed to fostering resilience and personal growth, she focuses on understanding each individual's unique experiences, challenges, and strengths.

With previous experience in primary and secondary schools, private practice, community settings, and with the NDIS as a positive behaviour support practitioner, Lauren's work is informed by a broad range of perspectives. She has a keen interest in supporting neurodivergent adolescents and adults, particularly those diagnosed later in life.

Lauren has experience across various assessments, aiming to provide a holistic view of her clients’ cognitive, educational, and socio-emotional well-being. She has facilitated both individual and group therapy sessions, along with parent education programs, tackling issues like anxiety, depression, and self-exploration, for a diverse array of age groups and backgrounds.

Adolescent & Adult Psychologist

Jane Jingjing Liang

MClin Psych, Master of Counselling, BAPsych

Clinical Psychology Registrar

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Jane is a registered psychologist with a strong passion for helping others overcome their mental health challenges. Jane is fluent in Mandarin and English, which allows her to connect with a diverse range of clients.

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Jane has earned a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master’s degree in Counselling and have specialised in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and integrated counselling strategies. These techniques enable her to offer tailored and effective support to her clients.

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Jane offers her expertise to individuals, couples, and teenagers facing a diverse range of mental health challenges. Some of the mental health issues Jane has experience addressing include depression, anxiety, social phobia, panic attacks, interpersonal relationship difficulties, etc. By employing evidence-based therapeutic approaches, Jane supports her clients in developing coping strategies, fostering personal growth, and improving overall mental health.

In addition to therapy, Jane offers assessments for various developmental problems, including Autism, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), memory issues, and overall cognitive abilities. She also provides therapy services for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), ensuring that her services are accessible to those who need them most.

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As an LGBTQ+ friendly psychologist, Jane is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive environment for all her clients, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.

Jane is dedicated to helping clients overcome their challenges, achieve their personal goals, improve their mental well-being, and lead fulfilling lives.

Provisional Psychologist

Rachel Jia Wei Ho

Master/PhD of Educational and Developmental Psychology Candidate

​Rachel is a Provisional Psychologist completing her PhD degree in Psychology at Monash University. Her intensive training in autism assessment has enabled her to provide high standard assessment and  achieve great clinical outcomes for children. 

“My approach lies in understanding clients’ stories and narratives (both from the young clients and their families), to help them understand themselves. I enjoy collaborating with clients in using their strengths to achieve their own goals. I also have a passion for supporting parents and teachers to support their children and students.

I have worked in educational, clinical and community settings, with experience in
conducting psychological assessments and adapting evidence-based strategies to suit the needs of each client. My biggest interest is working with autistic individuals, but I also have experience working with other neurodiverse children (e.g., ADHD), children with learning difficulties/disabilities and children who require socioemotional and behaviour support.

Growing up in multicultural Malaysia means that I understand the importance of accounting for the cultural sensitivities and needs for clients and their families. I speak Mandarin and have a basic understanding of Hokkien and Malay, and hope to be able to use my multilingual abilities to interact with families who prefer to do so in their first language.”

Provisional Psychologist

Emma Berg

Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology Candidate (University of Melbourne)

​Emma is a Provisional Psychologist currently completing her Master in Educational and Developmental Psychology at the University of Melbourne.

Emma has completed a previous placement with Student Support Services at the Department of Education, becoming skilled in cognitive, Specific Learning Disorder, and ADHD assessments. She has consulted with teachers and wellbeing staff regarding the management of complex cases and provided recommendations for students with neurodiviersities and specific learning needs.

Emma also has four years of experience working as a learning support assistant in primary and middle school settings. In this role, she helps neurodiverse students who require additional support in the classroom. She works closely with students with autism, ADHD, and learning disorders to support the development of their social pragmatic, organisational, and learning skills.

Emma is dedicated to empowering others to discover their inherent strengths. When working with her clients, she strives to cultivate resilience, promote personal growth, and facilitate positive development.

Provisional Psychologist

Jindi Li

Master/PhD of Educational and Developmental Psychology Candidate

Jindi is a provisional psychologist currently completing her PhD in Psychology at Monash University. She has experiences working with individuals across the lifespan for both assessment and therapeutic intervention.
Jindi brings a strong sense of peace and calmness to her work, and prioritises creating a non-judgemental, supportive and safe space for clients to share their stories and develop goals that they would like to work toward in therapy. She is also trained in conducting cognitive assessments, neuropsychological assessments, and psycho-educational assessments for Specific Learning Disorders (e.g., Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia) and neurodivergence (e.g., ADHD, Autism).

Jindi is deeply passionate about working with neurodivergent and neurotypical individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. With a warm and compassionate approach, Jindi aims to empower and support her clients in meeting their individual needs.

Child Psychologist

Bree Wan Rong Ong

MPsych (Educational & Developmental
Psychology), Ed & Dev Psychology Registrar

Bree is a registered Psychologist who is passionate in supporting neurodivergent children and adolescents in their emotional wellbeing and helping them reach their full potential.

Bree has extensive experience working in schools, early education settings, and in private practice. She is trained to conduct sophisticated cognitive assessments, educational assessments, and neurodivergence assessments.

Bree has also provided intervention for children who require emotional and behavioural support, such as for anxiety and emotional regulation. Bree is currently on the registrar program to be endorsed as an Educational and Developmental Psychologist. Her style is warm, fun and patient with families and children.

Child Psychologist, 
Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA)

Lewis Ho Hin Yau

Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology 

Lewis is a Psychologist working in the paediatric space for over 5 years. Prior to pursuing his career to become a Psychologist, Lewis worked as a senior behavioural consultant who supported neurodivergent children through behavioural assessment and intervention. 

He currently holds a status of Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA).

Lewis is passionate about helping both children and youth to learn and unlock their full potential. He believes in a family-inclusive and strength-based approach when working with young people.

He is also trained to conduct cognitive assessment, educational assessment and interviews with the younger population. Lewis is experienced in working across different settings including schools, early educational settings, and home-based practice. He is familiar with NDIS and school-based behaviour support.

Adult Psychologist

Dr Sarah L. A. Cameron

PhD, MPsych, GDPsych, GDProfPsych, BA, Assoc MAPS  

Sarah is a registered psychologist who works collaboratively with adults in both assessment and
counselling. Sarah is trained in psycho-educational and cognitive assessment and has experience
working with neurodivergent populations, including assessment of autism and
attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Sarah has also worked in counselling roles with clients
seeking support for psychological concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship and
interpersonal issues, life and role transition difficulties. Sarah employs evidence-based interventions
including cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and mindfulness.
Sarah focuses on building a respectful, positive and safe therapeutic alliance with clients. She aims to
help individuals develop an awareness and understanding of both past and current life experiences,
and the impact they can have on mental health. Sarah seeks to help clients identify maladaptive
patterns and behaviours and learn new skills to encourage psychological growth and improve
wellbeing.

Provisional Psychologist

Lynn Tan

Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology Candidate
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Lynn is a provisional psychologist completing her Master’s in Educational and Developmental Psychology and Master of Counselling at Monash University. Before joining the psychology profession, Lynn worked in the education sector in Singapore, gaining extensive experience with children from diverse backgrounds and various special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, and specific learning disorders (e.g. dyslexia).

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In her previous role, Lynn provided educational intervention to children with varied learning challenges in literacy and numeracy. She also has counselling experience providing support to young clients with anxiety, social or emotional issues and transitional difficulties at school. Lynn strongly believes in the uniqueness of each child and tailors her interventions to address individual needs, developing personalised strategies to manage their difficulties.

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Recognising the significance of physical, emotional, and psychological well-being in a child's learning, Lynn values collaboration with families and professionals in a child's learning environment. She is trained to conduct cognitive and educational assessments and is proficient in both English and Mandarin. She enjoys working with culturally diverse populations and strongly believes in fostering an environment where every child can realise their full potential.

Child Psychologist

Esther Shiu Sum Chan

Child Psychologist, MAAPi, MPsych (Ed&Dev)

​Esther is a Child Psychologist with 13 years of teaching and working experiences with children that present with special needs. She is a Member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi), and was trained to provide Educational assessments and intervention for children. She has a valuable skill set in performing the ADOS-2 for autism and Cross Battery Assessments. She will be our consultant from July 2023 onwards.
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I started my work with children with special needs and their families after I graduated with my first degree. As a teacher and later a principal for a small non-profit educational centre, I have gained experience and passion in supporting children with Autism and ADHD, and their families.
 
After 13 years of teaching, I decided to continue my study so that I could provide assessments and diagnoses for individuals with difficulties. Now, my knowledge and skills have expanded to working with children with other difficulties and mental health concerns, like individuals with Specific Learning Disorders (Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Dyscalculia), Selective Mutism, Anxiety, and Depression. With my experience as a teacher and the knowledge that I have gained in becoming a psychologist, I am now excited to continue providing support to children and families in need.
 
My perspective on neurodivergent individuals also has changed over the years, from trying to "fix" their disorders and helping them to become typical, I now adopt the affirmative paradigm. I believe that we should be more inclusive and the world is much more beautiful with diversity. As Malaysian Chinese descendent, I can speak fluent Mandarin and Cantonese in addition to English and enjoy working with the culturally diverse population.​

Provisional Psychologist

Jolene Chia

Master in Educational and Developmental Psychology Candidate (University of Melbourne)

With experience at Student Support Services within the Department of Education and in a primary school, Jolene has skills in cognitive, learning, and neurodiversity assessments. Jolene has provided counselling services, facilitated group programs, and collaborated with leadership staff, teachers, and parents to deliver system-based support for students.

Her work in private practice has further refined her skills in supporting neurodivergent individuals during assessments and counselling sessions. She has experience assisting older Autistic adults in seeking diagnoses, understanding themselves, and managing Autistic burnout.

Jolene utilises a variety of therapeutic approaches, including neuroscience, play therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), to tailor her services to each client’s needs. Dedicated to empowering others, Jolene advocates for clients by understanding their strengths while fostering resilience and well-being. She has a keen interest in supporting neurodivergent adolescents and adults and is an LGBTIQA+ friendly psychologist who strives to create a safe space for understanding, exploration, and growth.

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