Animal-Assisted Therapist | Psychologist | Private Practice | Ferntree Gully
Join Lead The Way — a nationally recognised leader in Animal-Assisted Therapy — and work alongside your therapy dog in a supportive, collaborative private practice.
We're seeking a qualified mental health professional for a contractor role (2–3 days per week initially) at our Ferntree Gully clinic.
This position is ideal for practitioners eligible for Medicare and NDIS rebates who are passionate about integrating animals into therapeutic work.
What we offer:
Ready-to-book client waitlist
Flexible hours with full administrative support
World-class AAT training and supervision
Opportunities to deliver school-based group programs




Opportunities for therapists withdual qualificationsin dog training to provide Assistance Dog training via our Wellpaws: Dogs for Wellbeing program
A genuinely supportive, pet-friendly team setting
What you bring:
Qualification as a psychologist, mental health nurse, social worker, counsellor, mental health occupational therapistor equivalent
Alsoopen to AHPs including occupational therapy & speech pathology with experience working with neurodivergence.
Medicare and NDIS eligibility
A suitable therapy dog (or one currently in training)
Enthusiasm for AAT and professional development
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📌 Animal-Assisted Therapist | Psychologist | Private Practice | Ferntree Gully (Melbourne)
🏢 Lead The Way
📍 Melbourne