GREATER GEELONG’S LEADING PSYCHOLOGY CLINIC
When your child struggles, you shouldn’t have to figure it out alone.
Parenting a child who is struggling is one of the hardest things.
You can see something is wrong, but you don't always know what; or where to start. Getting in front of the right psychologist quickly can make a profound difference to your child's trajectory.
YOU’RE NOT ALONE
clinical experience
clinicians
Geelong families
adolescent focused
Geelong’s most experienced child Psychology team.
We didn't set out to be the biggest. We set out to build a team where every clinician could draw on the expertise of every colleague. The result is a clinic where your child benefits from more than one brilliant psychologist.
When you choose Strength, your child has the benefit of not only their psychologist’s expertise — but the accumulated experience of the entire Strength team.
— Jesse Diggins, Educational & Developmental Psychologist
Psychological Assessment
Comprehensive assessments for ADHD, autism, specific learning disorders, and cognitive evaluation. Our reports unlock school funding and NDIS access.
Learn more →Counselling & Parent Support
Individual sessions for children and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, emotional regulation challenges, and behavioural difficulties.
Learn more →Consulting, Training & Schools
On-site school psychology services, trauma-informed practice training, and workshops for schools and organisations across the Geelong region.
Learn more →Services designed around children.
Our three core service streams cover the full range of what families in the Greater Geelong region need.
WHAT WE OFFER
Anxiety. Depression. ADHD. Autism. Trauma. School refusal. Emotional dysregulation. Learning differences. Whatever your child is experiencing, there is someone on the Strength team with the specialist expertise to help.
We treat the full spectrum of childhood presentations.
SPECIALIST AREAS
Clinicians who get children.
MEET THE TEAM
Our team brings together educational psychologists, former teachers, school counsellors, trauma specialists, and researchers. Every person on this team chose this work because they are deeply passionate about children's wellbeing.
Jessica Fitzpatrick
Child & Adolescent Psychologist
Jess is a registered psychologist who supports children and young people across emotional, behavioural, and developmental concerns. She takes a warm, collaborative approach, creating a safe and neurodiversity-affirming space for clients and families.
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Ben Rebolledo
Child & Adolescent Psychologist
Ben is a registered psychologist working with children, adolescents, and adults across anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. He brings a compassionate, client-focused approach, supporting individuals to build resilience and move forward with clarity.
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Clare Panetta
Lead Ed & Dev Psychologist
Clare is an Educational and Developmental Psychologist with extensive experience supporting children and adolescents. She is known for her warm, strengths-based approach and her deep understanding of learning, development, and mental health.
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Cassie Cole
Provisional Psychologist
Cassie is a provisional psychologist with a strong background supporting young people and families. She takes a trauma-informed, client-centred approach, using creative strategies to build resilience and confidence.
Read full bio →GETTING STARTED
From first contact to first session: simple.
Our number one goal is to get your child in front of the right clinician, quickly and easily.
Choose your clinician
Use our clinician-matching tool to find the right fit for your child's needs.
Book an initial session
Book online in minutes, telehealth or in-clinic. A short intake form is completed as part of your booking.
Attend first appointment
Your clinician takes time to understand your child's story, history, and what you're hoping to achieve together.
Tailored support begins
Your clinician builds a personalised plan drawing on the collective experience of the full Strength team.
Ready to take the first step?
Booking an initial session is the most important thing you can do for your child right now. Our team is ready to help, and we make it easy.
Crisis Management Resources: If you're really struggling right now please call a helpline
Lifeline: 13 1 1 14 | Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 | Headspace: 1800 650 890 | Suicide Callback Service: 1300 659 467
IF IT IS AN EMERGENCY, PLEASE CALL 000 IMMEDIATELY