Dr Helen Cisternino

New Chapter Psychology

New Chapter Psychology is a private practice providing psychology services to children, adolescents, and adults.  

Our mission is to deliver best practice psychology services to empower people to develop the skills and insights necessary to overcome challenges, build resistance and achieve a more fulfilling life.

We believe that therapy is a collaborative process and we work closely with our clients to create individualised treatment plans that are tailored to their unique needs and goals.

New Chapter Psychology has gained a strong reputation with General Practitioners and other professionals to form solid alliances enabling high quality and service delivery.  

Dr Helen Cisternino is the founder of New Chapter Psychology and has dedicated her career to providing psychology services to children, adolescents, and adults.

Helen uses a warm, compassionate and a non-judgement approach aiming to provide a welcoming space for clients to achieve a meaningful change in their lives.  Helen specialises in the treatment of a variety of difficulties, including:

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Panic Disorder
• Bereavement/Grief and Loss
• Anger Management
• Relaxation
• Sleep Problems
• Self-Esteem and Confidence
• Relationship Problems
• TAC and Workcover Issues

Helen utilises a range of evidence-based therapeutic frameworks including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Self-Compassion techniques which are personalised to the individual needs of the client.  

Helen has completed a Bachelor of Science (Psychology), Graduate Diploma of Applied Psychology from Victoria University and a Doctor of Psychology (Health) from The University of Melbourne.   Helen is also registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).