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Ms Joanna Knowles   MAPS
https://psychology.org.au/joannaknowles

Medicare Psychologist Provider

Secure messaging available

Telehealth available

Joanna Knowles is a Registered Psychologist, ANZAED Credentialled Eating Disorder Clinician, freelance artist, and founder of The Spectrum Sanctuary, a neurodiversity-affirming telehealth psychology practice serving clients across Australia. She combines professional expertise and lived experience to provide compassionate, evidence-based support for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Joanna has a special interest in neurodiversity, eating disorders, body image, gender diversity, chronic illness, and invisible disabilities. Her approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and creative, helping clients feel understood, empowered, and connected to their authentic selves. Outside of psychology, Joanna enjoys creating art, singing, spending time with her beloved dogs and birds, and playing video games and Dungeons & Dragons with friends.

Available Appointment Times

Weekdays 9am - 5pm

Fees (45 to 60 - minute session)

* $181 - $200

** Bulk billing is available

* Talk to the psychologist about out-of-pocket costs
** Talk to the psychologist about any conditions that may apply

Services Offered

ADHD in adults

Autism Spectrum Disorder assessment

Depression

Eating disorders

Intellectual/Cognitive assessment

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

School issues

Self-harm

Anxiety & phobias

Body image

Diverse genders

Gender Dysphoria

Life transition & adjustment issues

Parenting

Selective Mutism

Shyness & social skills deficits

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Chronic disease management

Diverse sexualities

Health-related problems

Memory problems

Physical disability

Self-esteem & self development

Stress management

Client Types

Adolescent

Child (5 - 12 yo)

Older adult

Adult

Family

Therapeutic Approaches

ACT

DBT

Play therapy

CBT

IPT

Interventions

Art Therapy

Biofeedback

Internet Counselling

Motivational interviewing

Phone counselling

Telehealth (MBS)