Meet our team

Melissa Spinks

Registered Psychologist | BSc (Psych), GradDipPsych(Adv) | Founder of Thriving Minds Clinic | Board Approved Supervisor

Melissa is a registered psychologist with over eight years of experience in the mental health field. She is the founder of Thriving Minds Clinic and is known for her warm, compassionate approach and strong commitment to helping individuals across the lifespan feel seen, supported, and empowered. She has a special interest in supporting adolescents and young adults, helping them navigate life’s challenges and transitions with confidence and self-compassion. Melissa is approachable, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping people live fuller, more connected lives. Through her work at Thriving Minds Clinic, she strives to create a space where individuals feel understood, empowered, and supported in achieving their own vision of mental health and wellbeing.

Melissa provides both therapy and psychological assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. Her areas of focus include anxiety, emotional wellbeing, neurodivergent presentations such as Autism, ADHD, and learning differences, as well as trauma, identity development, parenting support, and grief. She has a particular interest in working with clients who may have been overlooked or misdiagnosed, including females who present with more subtle signs of Autism or ADHD. Her approach is gentle, personalised, and grounded in an understanding of how diverse minds experience the world.

Melissa is trained in a range of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Positive Psychology. She is currently completing a Masters of Clinical Psychology (post registration) and plans to complete the Clinical Registrar program upon graduating for clinical endorsement.

Outside of work, Melissa enjoys spending time with her family - including her three kids, husband, and dogs - as well as exercising, travelling, and enjoying delicious food

Frida Tekin

Registered Psychologist | BSc (Psych) | MSc (Health Psych)

Creative Powers

Frida is a registered psychologist with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in schools, private clinics, and social services. Her approach is integrative, incorporating Person-Centred Therapy, EMDR, ACT, CBT, Schema Therapy, Solution-Focused Coaching, Somatic Work, and Mindfulness-based practices.

She works with individuals experiencing trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, grief, and emotional regulation challenges. Frida’s practice is grounded in evidence-based psychology and complemented by holistic and creative methods, allowing her to offer a compassionate, flexible, and person-focused therapeutic experience.

Her interests include art, nature, permaculture, yoga, meditation, qi gong, theatre, singing, and dancing

Daniel O'Brien

Registered Psychologist | Clinical Psychology Registrar

Lightwell Psychology

Daniel is a registered psychologist with experience working across a range of clinical settings, including private practice, public health, and university-based clinics. He is currently completing the Clinical Psychology Registrar Program and is passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based care tailored to each individual’s needs.

Daniel works with clients across the lifespan - from children and teenagers to adults - and is skilled in supporting those experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief and loss, ADHD, autism, chronic pain, and relationship difficulties. He uses a client-centred, collaborative approach, drawing on modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based strategies.

In addition to therapy, Daniel is trained and experienced in administering a wide range of psychometric assessments, including cognitive and educational assessments, ADHD and autism evaluations, and mental health screenings. He values the role that assessment plays in promoting clarity, direction, and tailored support for his clients.

Daniel provides a thoughtful presence and his is focused on building strong therapeutic relationships. He is committed to helping his clients develop insight, self-compassion, and practical strategies for navigating life’s challenges. His approach is grounded in respect, curiosity, and a belief in each person’s potential to grow and thrive.

When not at work, Daniel enjoys exploring the outdoors, keeping active, and spending time with his family and friends.

Amaryllis Park

Registered Psychologist | BSc (Psych), BPsychSc(Hons), M.A.P.S

Amaryllis is a Registered Psychologist with over a decade of experience supporting individuals across hospital, community, rehabilitation, and private practice settings. Her background also includes prior study in physiotherapy and two years of military service, giving her a unique, grounded perspective when working with clients from all walks of life.

She has a special interest in complex trauma, neurodivergent presentations, and dual diagnosis- supporting those experiencing conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, mood and personality disorders, and substance use. Amaryllis is passionate about working with adults and adolescents who may feel misunderstood or overlooked, including high-functioning individuals with complex needs.

Amaryllis draws on a range of evidence-based therapies, including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), and Motivational Interviewing. Her warm, collaborative, and non-judgemental style helps clients feel safe, seen, and supported as they work towards meaningful and lasting change.

She is also highly experienced in administering psychological assessments, including cognitive, memory, educational, and autism assessments for both children and adults.

Outside the therapy room, Amaryllis enjoys running, netball, cycling, and all things outdoors. She’s also a proud foodie and anime fan, and values staying connected to her family overseas.

Adam Currell

Registered Psychologist | BSc (Psych), BPsychSc(Hons), MProfPsych

BlackKat Psychology

Adam is a registered psychologist with a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) and a Master of Professional Psychology from the University of Newcastle. He is currently completing the Master of Psychology Practice (Clinical) and, upon graduation, will undertake the two-year Clinical Psychology Registrar program to obtain Clinical Psychology endorsement.

Adam’s professional focus lies in comprehensive psychological assessment and diagnosis. For nearly two years, he has specialised in this area, combining an investigative mindset and a love of mathematics with evidence-based psychometric testing. He values the process of hearing people’s stories and integrating personal history, clinical interviews, and test data to build a clear and meaningful understanding of their experiences. At times this involves offering a formal diagnosis to provide clarity; at other times, it means helping individuals explore their strengths and needs without a label.

Adam is also deeply committed to supporting clients through the various challenges they bring to therapy. Whether someone is seeking strategies for anxiety, navigating life changes, or simply needs a sounding board, he aims to provide practical tools, thoughtful guidance, and a safe space where they can find their own path forward. He approaches every session with curiosity and compassion - ready to listen to each client’s unique story.

He values continuous professional development, engaging in regular supervision and staying current with research and evidence-based practice. Over the next year, Adam plans to register with SIRA and complete EMDR training to expand the range of therapeutic interventions he can offer.

In addition to individual therapy, Adam has a growing interest in group-based programs, including anxiety management and psychoeducation workshops. He welcomes enquiries from individuals or organisations interested in these types of sessions.