Southside Health & Wellbeing

I had really bad experiences with two different psychologists I tried here - Paula Panasetis and Katy Vidler. They weren't knowledgeable/trained in trauma and left me worse off. They had a really tough and pushy approach, and the rooms feel very clinical. The receptionists are rude and unfriendly. I would not recommend for those who are sensitive or have trauma issues.

I’ve been visiting Southside for about two years now, and I’ve always found it to be a very friendly, relaxing and warm environment.The receptionists are always lovely, and my psychologists have helped me and guided me through some difficult times allowing me to achieve a higher quality of life and an overall sense of peace and serenity.I would highly recommend this clinic.

I have been visiting my cognitive therapist here in Southside for over a year, during a very up and down period in my life as I deal with health struggles. It's always been a very calm place, with a shaded comfortable waiting area. As I have complex medical issues, I have also since started since their naturopath Mel and their occupational therapist.All three services have been helpful and that they all work at least one day a week in the same place means I can organise all my appointments to happen on the same day, which means less running around and stress for me, and also that they are able to communicate with each other regularly, which is a relief to me in not having to relay information between different health professionals etc.

Not helpful at all. Chose a specific doctor Dr.Davies at this practice that “specialises” in anxiety and he was in no way shape or form helpful just kept putting me on different medication that did not help my severe anxiety he didn’t take me serious and wasn’t empathetic towards how I suffer everyday from anxiety. Every time I kept going back for follow ups to notify him that the medication is not helping but making me feel worse he would just put me on more of the same medication. Waste of money and time.

Dr. John Chalmers no longer works here, but during the period that he did, he transformed my life. I went from an absolute mess to someone who felt empowered to take control over my own life – there is no one else I would recommend for dealing with issues of trauma, depression and anxiety; he is such an empathetic soul, and I honestly hope he is looking after himself right now because being a psychologist is not an easy job. John listens and offers empathy. If John is reading this, I am starting Postgraduate Medical School next year, and I don't think I would be here without the guidance that you have provided me with. Wishing you all the best!

Great practice! Such a warm and inviting waiting room with beautiful receptionists! Would definitely recommend