Psychologist | Health Psychologist | Clinical Psychologist – Gut–Brain Therapy

Psychologist | Health Psychologist | Clinical Psychologist – Gut–Brain Therapy

Build long-term expertise in a meaningful and high-demand area of psychology.

We are seeking a Psychologist to join our Brisbane (Paddington) clinic. With strong referral pathways and a full waiting list, you'll have the opportunity to quickly establish a rewarding caseload. This exciting opportunity will allow you to expand your skillset and grow as a practitioner in a rapidly evolving field.

Develop expertise in one of the fastest-growing areas of psychology known as psychogastroenterology and gut-brain therapy.

The Gut Centre is Australia's leading dedicated gut-brain psychology practice. We support adults, adolescents and children living with IBS and complex gastrointestinal conditions through evidence-based care, including gut-directed hypnotherapy, CBT and ACT. Founded by Clinical Psychologist Dr Jim Kantidakis (18+ years' experience), based in Paddington, Brisbane, with clinics in Melbourne and the Sunshine Coast.

About the Role

- Provide therapy to adults, adolescents and children
- Deliver evidence-based therapies including CBT, gut-directed hypnotherapy, ACT and other gut-focused therapies
- Experience in hypnotherapy is not required. Training in gut-directed hypnotherapy is provided as part of your introduction to the role.
- Work with a consistent caseload of gut–brain presentations
- Provide sessions in-person (Paddington) and via telehealth
- You will support patients experiencing: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Functional gut symptoms (bloating, nausea, abdominal pain, reflux, dyspepsia, complex and treatment-resistant gut conditions,



coeliac disease and IBD (counselling support)

Why This Role

- Work within a defined clinical area with solid and growing demand
- See meaningful patient progress and outcomes
- Build depth in health psychology, chronic illness and mind–body work
- Be part of a collaborative, warm and supportive clinical team
- Gut-directed hypnotherapy and CBT are supported by international gastroenterology guidelines and decades of clinical research.

Our Approach

- Evidence-based care grounded in scientific research
- Person-centred treatment, recognising the importance of connection and engagement
- A commitment to ongoing learning, clinical excellence and innovation

Who This Role Is For

This position is suited to psychologists who:

- Have experience or a strong interest in health psychology, chronic illness, pain management or mind–body conditions
- Are seeking a long-term role in private practice
- Prefer to develop depth in a focused clinical area rather than remain a generalist

Working Arrangement

We are open to both contractor and employment arrangements, depending on your preference and stage of practice. Our focus is on creating a structure that supports long-term clinical development, consistency, and integration within the team.

Important

We are building a team of clinicians committed to long-term development in gut–brain therapy and health psychology.

This role is not designed as a short-term training or transition position, and may not suit those planning to move into independent practice in the near future.

Requirements

- AHPRA registration (Clinical Psychologist or Registered Psychologist)
- Experience with CBT, ACT or other evidence-based therapies
- Interest in gastrointestinal conditions or health psychology

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📌 Psychologist | Health Psychologist | Clinical Psychologist – Gut–Brain Therapy (Brisbane)
🏢 Listed By: The Gut Centre
📍 Brisbane