Dr Israel Berger, Senior Psychiatry Registrar
Dr Israel Berger works with Dr David Graham to provide a variety of psychiatric services to our clients. Israel is Queer, AuDHD, Indigenous (Catawba/Cherokee/Jewish), and has a lived experience of depression and PTSD. He has nearly 20 years experience in the mental health field and brings an eclectic approach to his interactions with clients. To read more about Israel's approach, visit his website here.
Michael Brew, Counsellor/Psychotherapist
Michael Brew is a proud Wiradjuri man. He is a compassionate and experienced counsellor dedicated to supporting individuals of all backgrounds. He provides a supportive and evidence based, solutions-focused environment for his clients to navigate their unique journeys without judgement in a culturally safe space. He addresses a wide spectrum of client concerns, specialising in working with the LBGTIQ+ people, trans and gender diverse or gender questioning young people and their families, and LGBTIQ+ people planning to have children. He also specialises in working with anxiety, stress, relationship challenges and anger management; families who are separating, family violence, alcohol and other drug use, mental health specific support. You can read more about Michael here.
Dr David Graham, Consultant Psychiatrist
Dr David Graham oversees psychiatry services at The Bendigo Rainbow Hub. He has been involved in neurodivergent and LGBTIQA advocacy for several years and enjoys working with people on assessments. Dave came to medicine after a stint in the military and doing a PhD in mathematics. He has a passion for innovative approaches to psychotherapy and enjoys learning about people. Read more about David's approach here.
Ruth Minkov, Clinical Neuropsychologist
Ruth Minkov visits our clinic monthly to conduct neuropsychological, autism, and ADHD assessments. Ruth is an Aboriginal person with a lived experience of an eating disorder and is AuDHD. She approaches assessment in an open and accepting way.
Glenda Mudzikitiri, Social Worker/Family Therapist
Glenda Mudzikitiri comes to our clinic in a private capacity as a credentialed Social Worker and registered Family Therapist with 15 years of professional experience. Glenda comes with vast experience in working with clients with trauma, abuse, relationship issues, experiencing life changes and upskilling with parenting. Glenda also works with clients experiencing grief and compassion fatigue. Read more about Glenda here.