Joey Ciappina is a Registered Psychologist who holds an Honours degree in the Bachelor of Psychological Science (First Class). He has also completed the Bachelor of Psychological studies and a Bachelor of Medical Science from Flinders University. Joey works with individuals across the lifespan including children, adolescents, adults, older persons, families, and parents with infants.
Joey is passionate about helping clients address various mental health experiences. These include anxiety disorders and phobias, major depressive disorder (MDD), post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and various addictions (e.g., gambling and substance use). Joey also aids with emotional regulation, anger management, self-identity, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, body image concerns, situational stress, bullying, perfectionism, work related concerns, sleep issues, social skills development, modification of unhelpful habits, self-esteem, stress, burnout, and implementation of healthier behaviours. Joey enjoys working on communication strategies too! Joey finds that authentic and open conversations within relationships and households invite opportunities to expand social support, create shared meaning, and increase the ability to resolve conflict. Joey also works with Return to Work SA and Motor Vehicle Accident claims referrals.
Joey creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere in his sessions by providing transparent explanations of what clients can expect. In your first session, Joey asks what your therapeutic goals are and will work with you to establish a realistic plan to meet these. His friendly and warm demeanour ensures that all clients feel at ease during their sessions. Joey customises each experience to match the client’s comfort level, to foster trust and collaboration. After sessions, Joey often provides his clients a written session summary to enhance their session understanding and reinforce progress.
Joey has a focus on specific evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Joey provides treatment to clients across the lifespan using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Motivational interviewing and Mindfulness-based techniques.
Joey also conducts and validates assessments for a range of conditions, including Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Intellectual Developmental Disorder (ID), Borderline Personality Disorder and mood disorders. His assessment reports are thoughtfully structured to include practical strategies that guide clients toward positive outcomes.
Joey has experience in both one-on-one and group-based therapy. He currently facilitates South Australia’s Intensive Abstinence-Based Program at the PsychMed Gilles Plains clinic.
Facts about Joey:
On non-clinic days, Joey enjoys grounding and being at the beach.
Joey loves trying out new recipes and experimenting in the kitchen, especially with kids.
Joey enjoys attending professional development and learning new treatment approaches.
Joey enjoys hiking and exploring nature trails.
Checkout Joey’s Blog Post on Skills to Communicate During Conflict:
Skills To Communicate During Conflict
Want to book an appointment with Joey? Call 8281 2499 and our friendly Admin staff will be able to help navigate you through the process!