Vida Psychology’s Team
Introducing Our Team
Carmen Beaumont (she/her)
Practice Director, Principal Psychologist (Registered) and Board Approved Supervisor
Other Languages: Spanish
Carmen Beaumont, a bilingual psychologist fluent in Spanish and English, brings a wealth of experience to Vida Psychology. Carmen has been in private practice since 2003, where she provides tailored psychological interventions. She is dedicated to liaising with organisations and health practitioners to ensure comprehensive care for her clients.
- Adult Therapy
- Eating Disorders
- Couples
Susan Withers (she/her)
Psychologist (Registered)
Sue is committed to providing a warm therapeutic space, offering the opportunity for people to work on barriers to living a full and meaningful life. She understands careful listening and builds trusting connections with her clients.
- Adolescent Therapy
- Adult Therapy
Jane Passlow (she/her)
Psychologist (Registered)
Jane is a dedicated psychologist and social worker with 15+ years’ experience. For the majority of her career, she has worked with adults with substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress and personality disorders. More recently, Jane has worked with victims and perpetrators of violence in the prison system.
- Adult Therapy
- Adolescent Therapy
Rujvi Patel (she/her)
Psychologist (Registered)
Other Languages: Hindi & Marathi
Rujvi is a registered psychologist with a Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology. She has experience working with children and adolescents across school and hospital settings, and is passionate about helping clients feel genuinely understood, supported, and confident in their capacity to grow.
- Child Therapy
- Adolescent Therapy
- Assessments
Theano-Christina Salta (she/her)
Provisional Psychologist
Other Languages: Greek
Theano-Christina is a warm and culturally sensitive provisional psychologist who supports clients from diverse backgrounds, including Greek-speaking and CALD communities. She is passionate about youth mental health, early intervention, and helping individuals make meaningful life choices through therapy and assessment.
- Adult Therapy
- Adolescent Therapy
- Assessments
- Group Programs
Jodie P (she/her)
Art Therapist – Consulting at Vida Psychology
Jodie is deeply passionate about supporting her clients’ well-being through the transformative power of creative expression. Holding a Diploma in Art Therapy and a Fine Art qualification, Jodie combines her artistic expertise with therapeutic practices. Jodie incorporates a diverse range of artistic mediums, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media, to tailor each session to the unique needs of her clients.
- Art Therapy
Dr Fariha Farooqui (she/her) (Maternity Leave)
Psychologist (Registered)
Other Languages: Urdu & Hindi
Fariha seeks to create a safe, non-judgmental and supportive therapeutic environment where clients feel genuinely heard and guided through the challenges that arise at different life stages and transitions. She is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives through her empathy, warmth, and compassion.
- Adult Therapy
- Adolescent Therapy
- Child Therapy
Join our Team
Private practice can sometimes feel isolating, but at our clinic, every clinician is part of a supportive, connected community.
If you’re a passionate psychologist or social worker seeking professional growth within a supportive and inclusive team, Vida Psychology is the ideal place for you.