Alyssa Ives

Registered Psychologist

Alyssa is a registered psychologist who is known for her warm, caring, and approachable style, creating a safe and supportive space for clients to feel understood and comfortable.

Areas of special interest include:

  • Child, adolescent and adult mental health
  • Anxiety disorders and emotional regulation
  • ADHD and Autism (including assessments)
  • Late diagnosis of ADHD and Autism in women
  • Cognitive and learning assessments, including dyslexia

Alyssa completed her Bachelor of Psychological Science at the University of Queensland (UQ) and her Master of Professional Psychology at Griffith University. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults across a range of presentations. She has a strong interest in comprehensive assessment, particularly ADHD and Autism. She takes a strengths-based approach to understanding each individual’s needs.

Alyssa also works alongside Coco, her therapy dog, who attends the clinic two days per week. Coco provides emotional support and engages children in playful, therapeutic activities to support connection, comfort, and engagement within sessions.

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Get in touch with the Thriving Now team!

Speak with our friendly admin staff each week on Monday (9am – 1pm) Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (9am – 4:30pm) via the number above.

On Friday each week our admin staff are only available via email.

Opening hours (appointments):

  • Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm