• About Us

  • Open Horizons was established by Dr Kathryn Baker.  Operating in Bundoora since 2008 the practice has continued to expand and grow.

    Open Horizons Psychology receives a high number of referrals from medical and health professions in the Northern and North-East Suburbs of Melbourne as well as some rural areas.

    Our practice has grown to include a team of clinical and registered psychologists.

    At Open Horizons Psychology we use evidence-based therapies tailored to our clients’ needs to optimise mental health and personal growth. 

    We focus on providing treatment that is:

    • Understanding
    • Nurturing
    • Effective
    • Genuine
    • Respectful

     

  • Our Team

  • We are a team of clinical, registered and provisional psychologists that are highly trained and committed to ongoing professional development and supervision. Our team have a range of areas of interest and expertise.

    At Open Horizons we are actively involved in the training of early career psychologists and have provisional psychologists working with us. All psychologists with provisional registration (Prov) are in their sixth and final year of a Masters degree of Clinical Psychology and are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency (AHPRA). Treatment by a psychologist (Prov.) follows the same scientist-practitioner principles as a psychologist. They are competent in assessment, diagnosis, formulation and treatment of a wide range of mental health issues and have frequent supervision by a senior clinical psychologist. Our psychologists with provisional training offer sessions at a reduced fee.

     

  • Psychologists

  • Dr. Kathryn Baker

    Kathryn has been a clinical psychologist since 2000 and is the director of Open Horizons Psychology.  Kathryn has worked in various clinical and research roles in both the public and private sector. Since 2008 Kathryn has worked within her own private practice that has grown to include a team of psychologists.

    Kathryn has experience working with adolescents, adults and older adults.  Kathryn has worked with clients experiencing a range of presenting problems including anxiety, depression, ADHD in adults, grief and loss, childhood and adult trauma, psychosis, anger management, emotion regulation, self-esteem difficulties and occupational stress. Kathryn has a special interest providing therapy for psychologists and those in helping professions. Kathryn’s approach is largely grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy.  Additionally, Kathryn has training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Analytic Therapy.

    Kathryn focuses on developing a shared understanding of individual’s experiences in a thoughtful, nurturing and encouraging way.  She focuses on working with individuals to strengthen or develop new strategies that promotes healthy wellbeing, compassion and a meaningful life.

    Kathryn is a board approved clinical supervisor. She has a strong interest in providing clinical supervision for continuing professional development, registration and endorsement.

  • Dr. Karin Smith-Cerra

    Karin is a clinical psychologist from the United States with over 17 years of experience in both the community and public mental health sectors. 

    Since moving to Australia nearly four years ago Karin has worked with children and families in the diagnosis and treatment of trauma and mental health issues including anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder and parent-child relational issues.  Karin’s special interest is working with children and families however she enjoys working with all ages.

  • Ms. Amy Gibbs

    Amy has been a clinical psychologist since 2015 and has experience working with adolescents and adults experiencing a range of difficulties including depression, grief and loss, anxiety, relationship difficulties, adjustment to life changes, stress and trauma.  In recent years Amy has worked predominately in the area of youth mental health within a public setting. 

    Amy understands that reaching out for help can be difficult, so is committed to creating a warm and supportive therapeutic space where people can feel safe and respected. 

    Amy acknowledges that every individual is unique with their own personal story.  She values a collaborative and flexible style of therapy, working together to gain a deep understanding of the difficulties each person is facing and developing new skills and strategies to help overcome these and improve mental well-being.  

    Amy draws on a range of evidence-based psychological approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Analytic Therapy and Mindfulness and tailors therapy to meet each person’s need.

  • Ms. Lee Thurlow

    Lee has been a registered psychologist for over 10 years has qualifications in clinical psychology and further training in Mindful Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.  She has experience in both the public, private and corporate sectors that has included community, hospital workplace and private settings.  She has also been involved in teaching and research roles at Swinburne University.

    Lee has a wide range of experience in the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, adjustment disorders, trauma and grief.  She has particular interests in working with clients with social anxiety disorder and those who may be having difficulties adjusting to a medical condition.

    Lee is committed to developing a collaborative working relationship in a safe and nurturing environment.  Her therapeutic style is warm, accepting and encouraging and she aims to assist individuals in developing and reinforcing strategies that will promote and sustain mental well-being and a more personally fulfilling life.  Lee primarily utilises a Mindful Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Framework.  She sees clients via Mental Health Care Plans, Worksafe, Victims of Crime and privately.

  • Ms. Jordie Michael

    Jordie is a registered psychologist, with a Master of Clinical Psychology and broad experience gained in community mental health settings. Jordie is a warm, empathic and encouraging psychologist. She focuses on developing strong collaborative relationships with clients, to gain a deep understanding of their difficulties and strengths, and help them implement practical strategies to enhance psychological wellbeing and achieve personal growth.

    Jordie works primarily with adults to address mood and anxiety disorders, impacts of trauma and stress, and issues relating to grief and loss, relationships and parenting, life and role transition, among others.

    Jordie ensures therapy is tailored to the individual needs and preferences of her clients and draws from a range of evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

  • Sean Wilson

    Sean is a registered psychologist who completed his postgraduate training in educational and developmental psychology. He has several years experience working within school and not-for-profit settings where he developed an interest in empowering neurodiverse individuals.

    Sean has a warm, supportive, and compassionate approach that focuses on collaborating alongside clients towards their therapeutic goals. He provides a range of evidence based psychological interventions that are primarily underpinned by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Sean primarily works with adolescents and adults experiencing common mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, stress, anger, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and study skills. He is passionate about drawing on people’s strengths to assist them to create change, achieve personal growth and insight, and to live a meaningful life guided by their personal values.

  • Mr. Moz Goodarz

    Moz is a registered psychologist who works with adults and older adolescents, having gained experience across community and private health settings.

    He primarily practices Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – alongside elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) – to address a range of individual issues, including depression, anxiety, stress, and low self-esteem.

    Moz aims to promote a calm, compassionate, and curious space, delivering evidence-based treatments in service of personalised goals. Originating from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, he is interested in how culture and society interact to shape us as individuals, and believes that new skills are best formed in conjunction with a greater understanding of the self.