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About Us

Progressive Psychology is committed to providing our clients on the Mornington Peninsula with high quality psychological services through an evidence-based approach to therapy. We draw upon a range of therapeutic techniques, including:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Client-Centred Therapy
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Narrative Therapy and Mindfulness
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Rebecca Underwood

B.A. (Psych), PGDip (Psych), M Psych (Clinical), MAPS, MAAPi

Rebecca Underwood is a Clinical Psychology Registrar, Clinic Director and Board Approved Supervisor, registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency (AHPRA). She is a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi), Australian Psychological Society (APS), holds student membership with the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA), and is on the committee of the APS Mornington Peninsula Branch. Rebecca is the founder of Progressive Psychology and holds the position of Director and Principal Psychologist.

Rebecca has extensive experience working with a variety of client presentations across the lifespan, including mood and anxiety disorders, sleep difficulties, substance use, grief and loss, anger, adjustment difficulties, and trauma. Rebecca draws upon prior experience working in early childhood education, the employment services sector and as a school counsellor to inform her practice, enabling her to establish a collaborative and supportive, evidence-based approach to treatment.

Rebecca has a special interest working with complex presentations, including challenging behaviours, anxiety disorders and phobias in children, emotionally dysregulated adolescents presenting with self-harm or risk of suicide, adults with late diagnosed neurodivergence, mothers with perinatal anxiety, and providing EMDR for trauma. Rebecca is also passionate about providing Supervision to early career psychologists and other allied health professionals.

Bianca Bartling

B Psych Sc, GDip (Psych), M Couns, M Prof Psych, MAPS, Assoc. MAAPi

Bianca Bartling is a senior psychologist and Board Approved Supervisor, registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency (AHPRA).

Bianca is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and holds an Associate membership with the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi). She has a demonstrated passion for learning and commitment to education, having completed a Master of Counselling and Certificate in Suicide Counselling, in addition to a Master of Professional Psychology.

Bianca brings a wealth of experience to the team at Progressive Psychology, having worked in a variety of roles with the Anxiety Disorders Association of Victoria (ADAVIC), Mindfit, in a specialist forensic setting, and as a school counsellor. Bianca has a passion for helping vulnerable individuals from early adolescence onward, who present with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, a history of offending behaviours, and those with an interest in processing traumatic events. She has a particular interest in working with adolescents and adults presenting with high-risk and self-harming behaviours.

Bianca is also trained in the administration of psychological testing and assessment, to inform cognitive profiles and the diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, for individuals aged 6 years and above.

Jacki Noney

B Ed (Primary), M Ed, Grad Cert Inclusive Ed, B Psych (Hons), Assoc. MAPS.

Jacki Noney is a Provisional Psychologist registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency (AHPRA). She is accredited with a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) from Edith Cowan University and is an Associate member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Jacki is currently completing a Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology at Monash University.

Prior to gaining registration as a provisional psychologist, Jacki was a primary school teacher for 25 years and has completed a Master of Education and a Graduate Certificate in Inclusive Education. Jacki brings a wealth of knowledge related to child development and has a particular interest in supporting students with additional learning and behavioural needs, and assisting them to find the strategies that empower them to grow into their best selves. Jacki is also trained in psychological testing and assessment to thoroughly explore cognitive functioning and assess neurodevelopmental differences such as Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder and Specific Learning Disorders in individuals aged six years and older.

James Grgetic

B Psych Sc (Hons) Assoc. MAPS

James is a registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency (AHPRA). He holds Associate membership with the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and has completed a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) at Federation University.

James utilises the evidence-based therapies of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), in addition to Schema Therapy (ST) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and is passionate about adopting a strengths based approach to therapy to assist individuals to achieve their treatment goals.

James comes with approximately 5 years of experience as a psychologist, having worked with clients across the lifespan with varying presentations such as depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, chronic stress and health related concerns, and those who have experienced trauma. James has an interest in working with people from early adolescence into adulthood. As a neurodiverse individual himself, James also has a great passion for working with neurodiverse individuals and navigating the challenges that come with living in a neurotypical world, whilst also adopting a strengths based approach to emphasise the positives that neurodevelopmental differences can bring.

Anna Hill

BA Psych Sc, G Dip Psych(Adv), MPP, Assoc. MAPS

Anna is a registered Provisional Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency (AHPRA). She holds an Associate membership with the Australian Psychological Society (APS), has completed a Bachelor of Psychological Science at Swinburne University, a Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced) at the University of Adelaide, a Master of Professional Psychology at The Cairnmillar Institute and is currently completing her internship year of the 5+1 pathway.

Anna works with individuals across the lifespan and has experience supporting clients with a broad range of presentations, including mood and anxiety disorders, personality disorders, adjustment difficulties, self-harm, and suicidality. Her areas of interest include the assessment and treatment of eating disorders, supporting parents of neurodivergent children, and working with older adults experiencing health-related concerns, grief and loss, and issues associated with ageing and end-of-life. Anna is also trained in the administration of psychological testing and assessment measures to explore cognitive functioning and assess neurodevelopmental differences such as Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder and Specific Learning Disorders in individuals aged six years and older.

Anna draws upon a broad range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT). Her therapeutic approach is collaborative and empowering rather than corrective, with a focus on supporting clients to develop a more adaptive and compassionate self-narrative. Anna aims to assist clients in understanding themselves beyond their current challenges, while recognising their individual strengths and capacity for meaningful change.

Julie Heath – Receptionist | Administration

Julie is the Director of First Impressions and fills the role of Receptionist/Administration Assistant. She has a wealth of experience in an office environment and is the go-to person and first point of contact for all your appointment and billing needs. Julie is passionate about helping people engage with our services and provide a positive client experience. She is the friendly face who will greet you and ensure you feel at ease, when you attend your appointment at the Rosebud office.

Sonya O'Connor - Receptionist | Administration

Sonya shares the role of Receptionist/Administration Assistant in both a front of house role and also behind the scenes. Sonya has extensive experience in office management and over 20 years’ experience working within the retirement living industry. She is passionate about service excellence and providing a positive client experience. Sonya will be a familiar and welcoming face who will greet you on arrival at the Rosebud office and over the phone.

Olivia Colquhoun

Olivia is part of the reception and administration team at Progressive Psychology, sharing the front-of-house role with Julie and Sonya. She supports clients both in person and over the phone, assisting with appointments, enquiries, and day-to-day administrative needs. Olivia is committed to creating a warm, welcoming environment and helping clients feel comfortable and supported from their very first interaction. You’ll often see Olivia at the Rosebud office, where she strives to ensure a smooth and positive experience for everyone who attends. Outside of work, Olivia is pursuing further study in psychology.