A Psychologist in Frankston Who Really ListensJanine grew up in Melbourne and undertook her primary and secondary schooling at St. Leonard's College. She completed her BA Honours Degree, majoring in Psychology, at the University of Melbourne. She then obtained a Diploma of Education from La Trobe University. Janine was awarded a post-graduate scholarship for a Master of Clinical Psychology Degree which was undertaken at The Flinders University of South Australia. Janine has worked in a variety of settings throughout her career. Initially, she worked as part of a research team at the University of Melbourne and “Taralye”, investigating the interaction of hearing-impaired and normal hearing children in an integrated setting. After then teaching for two years, she pursued further work in psychology in the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Austin Hospital, Victoria and also privately tutored students who were experiencing academic difficulties. As part of her Master’s Degree, Janine worked with both adults and children in a variety of clinical settings in Adelaide, including the Anxiety disorders Clinic at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woodcroft Community Health Centre, and the Adolescent Day Service, and also undertook research into peri-natal sleep disruption and its emotional impact. Janine worked part-time as a Careers Adviser and Student Counsellor at The Flinders University of South Australia. She then worked full-time for three years in private practice focusing on child and adolescent issues, adult anxiety and depression, cognitive, academic and vocational assessments as well as victims of crime assessments. Janine went on to expand her skills and knowledge in child and adolescent psychology at Novita for the next four years, an organization supporting children and teenagers living with a physical disability. In 2006, Janine was the first psychologist to be employed as a member of the paediatric diabetes team and the young adult diabetes team at Peninsula University Hospital. The multi-disciplinary team provides assistance and support to young people diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and their families, who face the daily demands of managing this chronic illness. In 2010, Janine recommenced private practice in a part-time capacity at 15 Hastings Road, Frankston, while continuing work at the hospital. Janine is a registered psychologist with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency), and a Fellow of the Clinical College of the APS (Australian Psychological Society). |
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Experienced Clinical Therapist in Frankston
| As a leading psychologist on the Mornington Peninsula, Janine is passionate about helping people heal in a healthy way. There’s no one size fits all approach. Janine’s primary approaches are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Interpersonal Therapy (IP), evidence-based therapies designed to understand the inner mechanics driving your distress. In order to move forward, she will work with you to identify the factors, patterns and emotions holding you back from living life more abundantly. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, family/friend/work difficulties, or a major life transition, Janine offers a practical and collaborative approach that works to suit your comfort levels and emotional needs. Medicare rebates are also available with a GP Mental Health Care Plan. Talk to your GP to determine if you meet the criteria for a GPMHCP. |
Reaching Out Is Often the Hardest
Taking the first step is often the hardest part of the healing process. If it’s your first time seeking therapy or you haven’t yet found a psychologist who ‘gets you’, Janine Claxton Psychology (located in Frankston, the gateway to the Mornington Peninsula) offers a space where you can be yourself. If you’re ready to take the first step, get in touch today. Janine offers both in person and telehealth sessions to suit your schedule and lifestyle requirements.
Janine works at 15 Hastings Road, Frankston, and also at Peninsula University Hospital. Janine is a registered psychologist with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency), and a Fellow of the Clinical College of the APS (Australian Psychological Society).
Janine Claxton Psychology acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia’s First People and Traditional Custodians and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.