About Us
Pysch near me? You found us!
We believe that everyone can thrive and recover from psychological difficulties.
Psych Connect provides psychology services to clients who have experienced interpersonal conflicts, stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, phobia, grief and loss, and ADHD and/or Autism related symptoms. These disorders can cause high levels of distress and reduce levels of functioning and quality of life.
We apply a wide range of psychological evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive behaviour therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, interpersonal psychotherapy, solution-focused brief therapy, and dialectical behaviour therapy. If you are searching for a Psych near me, look no further. Book an appointment today!
Psych Connect receives referrals from and including clients under GP mental health plans, DVA, Work Cover, NDIS, and private clients.
Our Team

Dr Sirous Momenzadeh - Director/Principal Clinical Psychologist

Farah Sobhanian - Registered Psychologist

Soumya Dhaka - Speech Pathologist

Ms Shadi Nadimkhah - Registered Psychologist

Mr Domenico Antonaglia - Clinical Psychologist Registrar

Mr Nicholas Horvath - Clinical Psychologist Registrar
Doctor of Philosophy, PhD / MPsych (Clin) / MSWAP / B.A. Psychology (Clinical)
Dr Momenzadeh provides evidence-based interventions for complex mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, co-morbid substance use, and life transitions. He works collaboratively with clients to achieve meaningful personal and treatment goals.
A Board-approved Supervisor, he has trained Master, Clinical, and Professional Psychologists at the University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ) and maintains an ongoing affiliation supervising their students, as well as psychologists from other universities across Queensland.
He also provides services to NDIS clients, Work Cover employees, and clients supported through the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA).
Registrations and Memberships:
- Psychology Board of Australia
- Board-approved Supervisor (MAPS)
- Member, College of Clinical Psychologists, APS
- Member, Association for Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS)
Farah Sobhanian – Registered Psychologist
B.A. Psychology
PostGradDip Psychology
I have extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, grief and loss, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and ADHD. I also provide comprehensive ADHD assessments and evidence-based treatment interventions. Additionally, I support individuals adjusting to chronic health conditions, navigating life transitions, and managing complex personal and relational challenges.
My approach integrates a range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed interventions, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), grief counselling frameworks, skills-based therapies, and client-centred techniques. I am committed to ongoing professional development to ensure my practice reflects current research and best-practice standards.
I strive to create a warm, respectful, and non-judgmental therapeutic environment where clients feel safe, heard, and empowered to work toward meaningful and sustainable change.
Areas of Interest and Expertise:
- Depression, anxiety, and PTSD
- Grief and loss
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- ADHD assessment and treatment
- Adjustment to chronic health conditions
- Coping strategies and self-care development
- Domestic violence support
- Relationship and couple counselling
- Adolescent mental health and family relationships
- EMDR training and clinical experience
Registrations and Memberships:
- Psychology Board of Australia
- Board-approved Supervisor (MAPS)
- Member, College of Clinical Psychologists, APS
Soumya Dhaka – Speech Pathologist
BSpPath
Soumya is a Speech Pathologist and graduated from The University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology (Honours). She is passionate about providing personalised, holistic, and evidence based services to support her clients and their families in achieving goals. Soumya believes the key to best practice is to ensure that a client’s progress is carried out into the outside world.
While she enjoys all areas of speech pathology, her particular interest relies in stuttering, ASD, language, speech, literacy, social communication and AAC. Outside of work, Soumya enjoys spending time with her family, cuddling her little doggies, and watching classic tv shows on Netflix.
Shadi provides a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel comfortable exploring challenges and working toward their personal goals. She values a collaborative approach to therapy and tailors treatment to each individual’s unique needs and circumstances.
Shadi works with children and adults experiencing a range of emotional, behavioural, and mental health concerns. Shadi also conducts comprehensive psychological assessments (including Cognitive, Adaptive functioning and Learning assessments). She accepts referrals from private clients, mental health care plan, NDIS, and Work Cover.
Areas of Interest
- Depression
- Anxiety Disorders (e.g., panic disorder, social anxiety)
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- Eating Disorders
- Stress and burnout
- Emotional regulation difficulties
- Psychological assessment including ADHD, ASD, Cognitive assessment and Adaptive functioning assessment
Therapeutic Approaches
Shadi uses evidence-based therapies and adapts her approach to suit each client. Her therapeutic approaches include:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Acceptance commitment
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness-Based Therapy
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
- Trauma-informed therapy
With a warm and approachable style, Dom is committed to helping people navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change. At the heart of his work is compassionate, client-centred care and genuine human connection. Creating a calm space where clients feel safe, understood, and accepted is paramount to Dom, building strong therapeutic relationships bound by honesty, trust, and collaboration, from which insight and resilience can grow.
Drawing on his experience in private practice and background in community mental health, Dom brings a grounded, practical approach to therapy, guided by respect and authenticity. He works collaboratively and tailors support to each person’s unique needs, values, strengths, and life circumstances, while recognising the importance of identity, relationships, and the broader context that shapes wellbeing. As such, Dom works in ways that are neuro-affirming, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive.
He draws on a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). These frameworks are used flexibly and thoughtfully, guided by what fits best for each client and their goals. His areas of therapeutic interest include:
- Anxiety
- Depression and mood disorders
- Adjustment and stress
- PTSD
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Grief and loss
- Interpersonal difficulties
- Pain management
Dom also enjoys conducting comprehensive and quality psychological assessments (including ADHD, Cognitive, Adaptive functioning, and Learning assessments). He works with private clients, clients under mental health care plan (MHCP), NDIS, and Work Cover.
Prior to training as a psychologist, Nick gained valuable experience in community mental health, where he supported families with complex needs. This background has shaped his compassionate approach and strengthened his ability to work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds, focusing on practical and meaningful outcomes.
Outside of his professional role, Nick is actively involved in the local community as a youth basketball coach, where he enjoys supporting young people to develop resilience, teamwork, and confidence. He is also the parent of three children, which gives him a grounded and relatable understanding of the realities and challenges of family life.
Nick combines his professional expertise with a warm, down-to-earth style, creating a safe and supportive environment where clients feel heard, respected, and understood.
He believes psychology is not only about addressing difficulties, but also about building on strengths and supporting personal growth. Nick is passionate about helping people develop insight, discover meaning, and create more fulfilling lives both within and beyond the therapy room.
Lexi supports people navigating a range of life challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, addiction, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, and major life transitions. She also works with people with autism and ADHD, taking a neuro-affirming approach that recognises each person’s individual strengths, experiences, and needs. Lexi works collaboratively with clients to develop practical strategies that support genuine, lasting progress.
Lexi draws on evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Schema Therapy. She tailors therapy to suit each person she works with, helping clients build practical skills, develop greater self-understanding, and create positive change that improves their wellbeing and quality of life.


