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Aphrodite Papageorgiou
Telehealth Clinical Psychologist

Aphrodite is a Clinical Psychologist with over 17 years of experience.  Her therapeutic style is warm, engaging, collaborative, non-judgmental and focused on the individual needs of her clients. She understands that no two people are the same. Aphrodite aims to creates a safe and respectful environment in which to explore personal challenges and help her clients achieve their potential. She upholds a strong commitment to empowering individuals of all backgrounds to overcome life challenges, build resilience and lead a more happy, healthy, and connected life.  

Aphrodite works with adolescents (aged 16 years and older) and adults who experience a wide range of mental health difficulties. She has worked extensively across public, private, and forensic mental health settings. Her therapeutic framework incorporates evidence-based interventions drawn from the below therapeutic approaches:

Types of Therapy:
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Schema Therapy
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Solution Focused Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)
  • Mindfulness

​All consultations with Aphrodite are conducted through videoconferencing or phone. 

Qualifications​

Aphrodite has been awarded a Bachelor of Science (Major in Psychology) from The University of Melbourne, a Post Graduate Diploma in Psychology from Monash University, and a Master of Counselling Psychology from Monash University.

​Areas of Special Interest

  • Trauma and Post Traumatic Stress
  • Depression
  • Anxiety, Phobias and Panic
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Grief, Life Transitions & Adjustment
  • Body Image Concerns
  • Disordered Eating patterns
  • Self-Esteem / Confidence
  • Motivation / Procrastination
  • Social / Interpersonal Difficulties
  • Stress Management
  • Coaching​​

Registrations & Memberships

Aphrodite is a registered Psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and a member of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists. APS College Members possess a high level of specialist knowledge and skills. APS Colleges represent the specialist areas that psychologists practise in, such as clinical psychology. Advances in each specialised professional area are continually updated through professional development activities, which are necessary to maintain membership of the College.

  • Psychology Board of Australia
  • Australian Psychological Society (APS)
  • APS College of Clinical Psychologists​

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