Our People

With a background in administration within mental health organizations, Stef is committed to fostering a calm and supportive environment. She approaches every interaction with empathy and care, ensuring that each individual receives the support they need.

Outside of work, Stef is an avid reader and enjoys watching films, always seeking new ways to enrich her perspective and unwind.

Andrew has experience in administration and support across various mental health organisations, both in the private and public sectors. He is motivated to help people access the support they need, when they need it.

Outside of work, Andrew enjoys working on his arts projects, reading, and cooking for his friends.

Alejandra is a clinical psychologist who specialises in intake and client support, ensuring each person’s journey begins with care, clarity, and comfort. Drawing on her experience working with children and young adults, as well as managing interdisciplinary teams and patient care, she brings both clinical expertise and strong organisational skills to the intake process. Alejandra is passionate about creating a welcoming first point of contact, helping clients feel heard, understood, and supported from the very start.

Outside of work, she enjoys dancing and teaching artistic roller skating, finding creative and active ways to stay energised and connected.

With experience in clinic administration and a background in teaching across the globe, Elle brings a warm, thoughtful approach to supporting clients and clinicians alike. She is solutions focused and passionate about helping people, striving to create a comfortable, smooth experience for everyone who comes through the door. Outside of work, Elle is a dedicated bookworm who loves getting creative, whether through drawing, painting, photography, or working with clay. She also enjoys tending to her growing jungle of plants at home.

With a background in medical administration and child care, Izzy brings a warm, people-focused approach to her work. She strives to create a calming environment for clients by adopting a friendly
and helpful demeanour. Outside of the office, Izzy is pursuing an arts degree and enjoys spending her spare time knitting and working on creative writing projects.

With a background in medical administration, Eleanor brings a warm and welcoming presence to The Mind Room. She is committed to ensuring each client’s visit is smooth and comfortable, creating a calm environment where people feel at ease from the moment they arrive.

Beyond work, Eleanor enjoys reading, travelling, playing sports, and discovering new ways to stay active and engaged.

Steven Whittington is the Head of Operations, bringing extensive experience in health tech and operational management. With a strong background in digital health and strategic planning, his expertise in developing innovative solutions and optimising clinical and operational processes ensures that The Mind Room continues to deliver exceptional care and support to clients and practitioners.

Steven enjoys staying active with his two dogs, Paddy and Teddy (brothers) and loves playing badminton or mahjong when he is not at the cinema.

Chamani brings together a strong foundation in healthcare, information technology, and administrative leadership, offering a unique blend of clinical insight and technical expertise. With a deep understanding of patient care systems, digital platforms, and operational management, she excels in environments that require both precision and compassion.

She has built her career across private health, allied health, and software testing, always with a focus on improving systems, supporting teams, and enhancing the client experience. Her work reflects a dedication to continuous improvement, ethical practice, and inclusive service delivery.

Known for her calm, organised approach and commitment to high standards, Chamani is passionate about building collaborative teams, streamlining workflows, and ensuring that technology supports both patients and providers effectively. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and exploring new places with friends and loved ones.

Stephanie has a passion for fostering fair and inclusive work environments and is driven by the joy of helping small businesses stabilise and scale, empowering organisations for growth.

When not leading the people and culture aspects at The Mind Room she can be found with her hands in the dirt working in her large veggie garden, tending the bees or the chooks, or out enjoying the beauty of the natural world along the Yarra River.

Stephen is the company Finance Manager and has a broad financial background in accounting and company business. He is passionate about mental health and seeing everyone achieve their personal goals in life.

Stephen has a sporting background including hockey, cricket and athletics. Nowadays, he can be found on the golf courses or doing home renovations.

Anna brings a rich background in marketing across digital, retail, and service-based businesses, both large and small, blending strategic thinking in brand development with a flair for creative production and a passion for human-centred storytelling.

Originally from the Peak District in the UK, Anna has called Naarm (Melbourne) home for almost 20 years. She is a qualified yoga teacher and a tea aficionado, passionate about the rituals and rhythms that support mental wellbeing and connection.

Anna's professional journey is marked by a commitment to inclusive leadership and a belief in the power of diverse perspectives.

Julia is passionate about building thoughtful, values-driven partnerships that make psychological support more accessible and meaningful for individuals and organisations alike. She brings strategic thinking, empathy, and a commitment to creating positive, human-centred impact.
Outside of work, Julia enjoys cooking, roaming op shops to add to her ever growing cookbook collection, and spending time with her two young children. She has a strong personal interest in neurodiversity, emotional wellbeing, and the everyday tools that help people thrive.

Phoebe has a background in education technology and is studying a Bachelor of Business. With her passion for business and wellbeing, she is driven to make an impact in the mental health space at The Mind Room.

Outside of work, you can catch Phoebe baking a cake, lifting weights at the gym, and listening to Jay Shetty’s podcast on her daily commute.