With an extensive background in school psychology, Marama Taudevin, a senior psychologist, brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of child and adolescent development to her private practice. Her journey into private practice has been driven by a passion for helping individuals overcome trauma and reduce or diminish uncomfortable symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and behavioural dysregulation. With a special interest in trauma processing, Marama utilizes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, along with other therapeutic modalities, to help children and teens heal from past traumas such as medical, family, and social traumas. Additionally, Marama has a wealth of experience with neurodevelopmental and learning assessments, providing comprehensive evaluations to identify and support individuals with conditions such as learning disorders, intellectual impairments, ADHD, ASD, and mood conditions. Rise Up Psychology aims to create a safe and supportive environment where clients can feel empowered to embark on their journey to healing and identity.

 What is EMDR Therapy?

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a specialized therapeutic approach designed to help people process and heal from traumatic experiences. This evidence-based therapy uses bilateral stimulation, such as guided eye movements, or body tapping, to help the brain process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact/symptoms. EMDR therapy is effective in addressing a wide range of issues, including trauma, anxiety, and PTSD, and behavioural challenges. By working through these experiences in a safe and supportive environment, children and teens can build resilience, improve their emotional well-being, and move forward with a renewed sense of strength and confidence.

 What Assessment packages are offered at Rise Up Psychology?

• Learning assessments (investigating dyslexia, dysgraphia & dyscalculia)

• Cognitive assessments

• Neurodevelopmental screening assessments for ASD, ADHD, and mood disorders

• Functional/adaptive behaviours assessments

 Assessment results will be written up in a psychological report. Assessment packages can be requested through email: info@riseuppsychology.com.au

 Appointments

• Mental Health Care Plans referred by GP’s will attract a rebate.

• NDIS participants welcome.

• Private paying clients welcome. Private health rebates may be available.

• The initial appointment is sometimes necessary to be held without the child present so that open discussions can be had without little ears overhearing sensitive information. This is case by case though and is up to the family to consider.

• Appointments are available in-clinic or telehealth (excluding therapy sessions with children and teens).

• Credit card details will be requested upon booking, although won’t be charged until the start of each session.