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

Paddington, Brisbane | Private Practice

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 knows 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 strong 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

Apply

If you are interested in developing your work in gut–brain therapy and health psychology, we welcome your application.

Please forward your CV and Application Letter to [email protected] or call for a confidential chat Mobile 0438 7111 01.

Closing Date: 14th August, 2026