DR DEBBIE FOOKS
Clinical Psychologist
Ph: 0478 276 843
WELCOME
ABOUT ME
I am an experienced clinical psychologist registered with AHPRA who has worked across both private and public settings in mental health and rehabilitation for over 15 years. I am also an endorsed clinical supervisor. I have a special interest in trauma-informed therapies that incorporate evidence-based somatic (body) techniques into traditional psychotherapeutic frameworks.
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QUALIFICATIONS
Doctorate in Psychology (Clinical)
Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Health)
Bachelor of Science
Certificates:
Resource Therapy Foundation (Resource Therapy Training Australia, 2025)
Advanced Flash Technique (Phil Manfield, 2025)
Yin Yoga Teacher Training (Jennifer Crescenzo, 2024)
Yoga Teacher's Diploma (Australian Yoga Master's Association, 2024)
Comprehensive EMDR (Therapist Training, 2022)
Somatic-Based Trauma Yoga Training (Maria Papadontas, 2021)
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (Openground, 2020)
Yoga for Mood Management (LifeForce Yoga Healing Institute, 2016)
Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT practitioner, Level 1, 2013)
Clinical Hypnosis (Australian College of Clinical Hypnosis, 2012)
MY SERVICES
STRESS & TRAUMA
ANXIETY & MOOD DIFFICULTIES
PERSISTENT PAIN
POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD)
RELATIONSHIP ISSUES
HEALTH-RELATED CONCERNS
ADJUSTMENT TO LOSS, CHANGE OR ILLNESS
DEVELOPMENTAL TRAUMA
"May our pain give rise to kindness."
Dierdre Fay
ALL ABOUT THERAPY
I believe that paying attention, with curiosity rather than judgement, to our impulses, thoughts, sensations and emotions allows us to bring them into conscious awareness. This opens up the possibility for healing, change and freedom from the tyranny of our own thoughts.
The psychotherapeutic relationship offers a unique opportunity within a safe and supportive setting in which to reflect on our intrapsychic and interpersonal experience and cultivate insight. In addition, particular techniques can be fostered to support knowledge and change, and to soothe physiological systems that are acutely and/or chronically stressed.
THE NITTY GRITTY
AVAILABILITY
Wednesdays (10am to 6pm)
Fridays (10 to 3pm)
FEES & REBATES
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The fee for a 50-minute consultation is $240 ($300 from 5pm).
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Medicare rebates are available with a Mental Health Care Plan from your G.P. for up to 10 sessions per year. Please check with your G.P. if this option is available to you. The current Medicare rebate is $145.25.
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Private health fund rebates are available. Rates can vary significantly between funds. Please check with your provider.
(updated Nov 2025)
CONTACT
Email is preferred psychologist.dr.debbie.fooks@gmail.com
Please ensure the email you provide is private (not joint) to ensure confidentiality.
A limited reception service is available for you to leave a voicemail on 0478 276 843. Messages will usually be responded to within 48 hours, Monday to Friday.
NEED HELP URGENTLY?
Call Lifeline on 13 11 14 (Lifeline.org.au) or go to mental health helplines for alternative support services. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call 000 or visit your nearest emergency department.
COVID SAFETY
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Telehealth (e.g., Zoom, Google Meets) is a safe, convenient and effective modality for psychology consultations
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Face-to-face appointments are available for the symptom-free (and can be switched to telehealth if you have a sniffle)
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Masks will be no longer be required to be worn during on-site consultation unless preferred
(updated Aug 2023)​
CONTACT ME
Glen Eira Counselling Clinic
435 Kooyong Road, Elsternwick
Ph: 0478 276 843
Fax: 8648 6342
USEFUL RESOURCES
Curated videos and online resources
Here you'll find links to videos, TED talks, websites and other online resources that I've found helpful. There is such an abundance of information out there that it's hard to know where to start. I'm always interested in hearing from others about the resources that have really resonated for them in order to expand this list but keep it meaningful. Feel free to drop me a line if you've found a video or resource that made a difference for you. I hope to keep updating this list.
Click on the title above to link to the Vic gov Health Direct website with lots of terrific resources that connect you directly with online services and community groups.
EMPATHY & RELATIONSHIPS
PERSISTENT PAIN
Website: https://www.tamethebeast.org/
Mobile Apps (free and/or subscription options): Curable: Chronic Pain Relief
BREATH & BODY (& Sleep)
VULNERABILITY & SHAME
STRESS & ANXIETY
MEDITATION & Self-Compassion
Mobile Apps (free and/or subscription options): Insight Timer, Smiling Mind, Headspace, Calm, BrightMind