Hi, I’m Melissa

I’m a registered psychologist working with adults on the Northern Beaches. 

Before retraining as a psychologist, I spent over ten years in the corporate sector, reaching national leadership level — adding another lens to my understanding of the many different paths that bring people to therapy.

I have worked across a range of settings including South Pacific Private (Australia's leading treatment centre for trauma, addiction, and complex mental health) and within Corrective Services, working with women in custody. These experiences gave me a deeper understanding of the complex circumstances and experiences that shape our mental health. They have led to a special interest in working with people whose difficulties haven't responded to shorter-term approaches.

When I’m not in session, I prefer to be outside, usually in or near the ocean! I enjoy swimming, free diving, and scuba diving.

Qualifications and Registration
I am a registered psychologist with AHPRA and an approved Medicare provider.

I have a Master of Professional Psychology and am a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi).

Melissa Geftakis, psychologist, at Manly NSW

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