Are you searching for a Psychologist who truly understands the complexity of mental health, trauma, eating disorders or addiction? Do you want support from someone with lived experience, deep clinical knowledge and a person-centred approach? Meet Sandi James - registered Psychologist and Certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach at Calm Minds Clinic, offering Telehealth services across Geelong and beyond.
Why Choose Sandi James, Psychologist?
Sandi James (CEDC MEd MAPA) is a highly experienced Telehealth Psychologist supporting Geelong clients and individuals Australia-wide. She works with teens aged 14+ and adults 18+, delivering trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming and gender-affirming psychological care that is flexible, respectful and tailored to your unique needs.
With over 15 years in the field of mental health, eating disorder recovery, trauma therapy and addiction support, Sandi blends evidence-based therapies with real-world compassion. Whether you’re seeking a Geelong Psychologist via Telehealth, or a national mental health provider who listens and collaborates - Sandi offers a safe, inclusive space to recover and rebuild.
Areas of Specialisation
Sandi James specialises in working with individuals and families experiencing:
Trauma & PTSD
Eating disorders (including support for compulsive exercise)
Addiction & substance use
Co-occurring mental health concerns
Carer and sibling support
Neurodivergent clients (Autism, ADHD)
LGBTQIA+ affirming care
Her clinical approach combines the following evidence-based therapies and recovery programs:
Family, Carer and Sibling Recovery Coaching
The iMove Program for compulsive exercise recovery
Lived Experience Clinician With a Unique Perspective
Sandi brings more than her qualifications to her work - she brings her story. As a lived experience clinician, she is deeply aware of the harm that can sometimes occur in traditional treatment environments. That’s why she champions harm reduction, choice-based care and working collaboratively with individuals and families to rebuild trust, safety and wellbeing.
Sandi is especially passionate about supporting clients who have felt let down or retraumatised by previous care. Her clients consistently describe her as compassionate, grounded and deeply respectful of their autonomy and values.
Medicare & NDIS Funding Available
Sandi’s services are:
✅ Medicare Rebate Available
✅ NDIS-Funded (Self and Plan Managed)
✅ Offered exclusively via Telehealth - for comfort, convenience and nationwide access.
Whether you live in Geelong, regional Victoria, or anywhere in Australia, you can work with Sandi James through secure Telehealth appointments from the comfort of your own home.
A Research-Driven, Recovery-Oriented Psychologist
Alongside her clinical practice, Sandi is currently undertaking a PhD in eating disorder treatment harm - investigating how clients experience harm during treatment and advocating for real change in how care is delivered.
Her research reflects her mission: to improve outcomes by centering client voice, lived experience and trauma-informed care.
If you're ready to connect with a Psychologist who listens, understands and empowers you to heal, recover and thrive - book an appointment with Sandi James today.
You can contact Calm Minds Clinic to get started or learn more about how Telehealth sessions work.
Sandi James, Psychologist - offering Telehealth support for trauma, eating disorders, addiction and recovery for teens and adults in Geelong and across Australia.
