Psychology Place

Dimitra Spalas

A registered Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience working extensively with adults, adolescents, and couples. Previously employed as a Senior Clinical Psychologist for 10 years at one of Melbourne’s most recognized private mental health facilities, providing group and individual therapy alongside management of the adult inpatient and day patient teams. Currently, working in private practice since 2011 and has specific interest in working with patients with mood disorders, personality disorders and trauma. Dimitra has had extensive experience working with mothers and couples regarding pre- and post-natal issues and support couples facing interpersonal difficulties. Dimitra has had experience in clinical assessments and use an integrative approach drawing on a variety of psychotherapeutic methods such as, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness, Interpersonal and Systemic Approaches. Dimitra works closely with patients to generate an understanding of their current issues and symptoms and endeavor to enable patients to build insight into their defense mechanisms and the impact of their developmental history. Her aim is to assist patients to improve their quality of life and achieve their personal goals.  Dimitra is also a registered clinical supervisor providing supervision for clinical endorsement.

You can contact Dimitra directly on 0421160165 or via email at dimitra.spalas@ymail.com or call the South Melbourne Psychology office on 96962432 and leave a message.