Olivia Yaksich

Clinical Psychologist

MClinPsych, Psych(Hons)

Meet Olivia

Olivia Yaksich is a Clinical Psychologist with experience across both private practice and research in neurodevelopmental follow-up. She has a particular interest in childhood stressors and the ongoing impact on a person’s development and emotional wellbeing across the lifespan. This has guided her approach to therapy with adolescents and adults, and her interest in comprehensive assessments.

Specialised areas of support:

acute and complex trauma
anxiety & mood concerns
adolescent mental health
resilience building
relationship difficulties
self-esteem
personality disorders
diagnostic assessments for ADHD, ASD, IQ and learning difficulties

With her clinical training, compassionate and respectful approach, Olivia stands as a dedicated professional in the field of Clinical Psychology.

Where can I see Olivia?

Olivia is now operating a mixed clinic with both Telehealth (Zoom) and in-person appointments, based in Brisbane, Queensland. Technology and medicare have advanced to allow for therapy services to be provided via Telehealth, which provides greater convenience and equity to patients. Telehealth appointments are on Mondays and Tuesdays, with evening appointments on request.

In-person appointments are available on Fridays, operating out of a clinic in Paddington. These are patricularly important for new patients and those who cannot tolerate Zoom calls. Fees for Telehealth and in-person are the same.

When seeing patients in clinic, her room is co-located at:

Forensic and Clinical Psychology Centre

Unit 62/ 283 Given Terrace, Paddington QLD 4064

Street parking available

Services

Olivia has a warm and compassionate approach to therapy, and utilises a range of evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches to support a person's unique goals. Olivia has also received further training in Eye Movement Desensitisation Therapy and Schema Therapy, and incorporates these techniques in her approach to therapy.
Olivia offers comprehensive psychological testing for individuals aged 6 years and above.
Assessment's can identify:
- Cognitive strengths and difficulties
- Intellectual giftedness
- Social functioning difficulties
- Executive functioning challenges
- Neurodevelopmental diagnoses (Autism, ADHD)
- Specific learning disorders (e.g. Dyslexia, Dyscalculia)

Books Coming Soon

I am excited to announce that I will be releasing children’s book in late 2024 that focus on supporting a child’s adjustment to stressors and trauma. These books will be designed both for therapists and parents to use at home with their child.