Our Team

Sandra Ifrah – Director / Principal Psychologist

Sandra Ifrah is the Director and Principal clinician at the Family and Trauma Centre. As a registered psychologist with over 20 years of experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the practice, specialising in the treatment of mental health conditions, the administration of neuropsychological assessments and the use of psychometric tools. Sandra’s experience stems from working many years in both the public and private sectors supporting clients experiencing various presentations and challenges, with one common goal – enhance quality of life.

As an experienced speaker and presenter, Sandra is also passionate about raising awareness for mental health, where she facilitates workshops and professional development to the community and to other professionals. She is a coach and mentor for other clinicians as well as a lecturer and clinical student supervisor at one of Melbourne’s top and reputable universities.

Lital Fee – Psychotherapist / Family Therapist

Lital is a qualified counsellor with extensive experience working with families, children and adults who have experienced trauma, family violence, depression and anxiety and mental health related issues. She works from a client-centered, strengths-based approach and provides a safe and supportive therapeutic environment for clients to work through their issues.
Lital strongly believes in empowering clients to create change and begin their journey to recovery. Lital values the importance of the therapeutic relationship and draws from a variety of evidence based treatment interventions such as Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), Solution focused therapy (SFT), Mindfulness and Narrative therapy to name a few. 

Rachel O’Meara  – Psychologist

Rachel is a compassionate Psychologist dedicated to providing support to individuals across the lifespan, from children to adolescents and adults, who are navigating a variety of challenges. With experience in Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders, family violence and physical disabilities, Rachel brings a comprehensive approach to her practice. She believes in the power of strengths-based intervention plans tailored to each person’s unique needs, fostering a sense of empowerment and agency. 
 
Rachel understands that creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust and empathy is essential for positive outcomes. She believes in taking a holistic approach that involves collaborating closely with families and support teams, recognizing the integral role they play in therapeutic success. Rachel draws upon a range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and is fully trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).  She also has extensive experience in administering cognitive and diagnostic assessment tools. 

Darren Rose – Psychologist

Darren is a registered psychologist who provides psychological assessment and therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. He is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their concerns and working towards meaningful change. His approach is client-centred and tailored to each person’s unique needs, drawing on evidence-based therapeutic interventions to support growth and positive outcomes.

Whether supporting children through developmental and emotional challenges, adolescents navigating the complexities of adolescence, or adults managing life’s personal and professional demands, Darren strives to provide compassionate care that empowers clients to achieve their goals and improve their overall quality of life.

Carly Dober – Psychologist

Carly is a Registered Psychologist who has worked with people of various cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds in both specialist physical health services (justice, family violence), schools (from Prep to Year 12) and specialist mental health services (adult residential services). She has also helped to facilitate group wellbeing programs for individuals and has co-facilitated group workshops focused on teaching people practical skills to manage distress.

Carly works with people of all ages and life stages. She uses a person-centred, strength-based approach in the working relationship. Carly has a strong focus on the holistic model of health and works with people’s values to try to explore what a meaningful life is to them. Carly has a focus on equipping her clients with psychological skills and strategies drawing from the most up-to-date evidence-based therapeutic models so that the clients she sees are able to thrive and succeed with what life throws their way.

Marley and Bruce – Therapy Dogs

We are excited to welcome Marley and Bruce, our newest team members at the Family and Trauma Centre. Marley and Bruce are gentle-hearted therapy dogs with wagging tails, ready to bring comfort, support, and joy to our clients and staff. With their warm and friendly personalities, they help create a calming environment, offering emotional support to those dealing with stress, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Whether it’s a quiet moment of companionship, a comforting presence during therapy sessions, or simply a friendly paw to hold, Marley and Bruce are here to make a difference.

Their role in the clinic is to assist in reducing stress, improving mood, and fostering a sense of connection and well-being among clients and staff alike. Next time you visit, be sure to say hello and enjoy a little extra comfort from Marley and Bruce! 🐾💙

Ready to make a change?

It can take courage to seek support when you are in need. If you have any questions or queries about our practice, we encourage you to call or send us an email.  We would be more than happy to assist you in any way we can.

Bookings
Contact

1/267 Hawthorn Road
Caulfield North VIC 3161

Phone:  (03) 9013 7004
Fax:  (03) 9012 4477

info@familyandtraumacentre.com.au

Services

Adult Counselling

Children / Adolescent Counselling

Couples Counselling

Family Counselling

What makes us different

Personalised Treatment

Professional and Accountable

Evidence Based Methodology

Holistic Approach

Multi-Disciplinary Team