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Haven Psychology
Our Team
Meg Hass
BPsychSc, GradDipPsychAdv, MAPS, Gen.Reg psy
Meg Hass is the principal psychologist and director of Haven Allied Health. Meg is a Registered Psychologist with AHPRA, and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
Meg graduated from Monash university with first class honours in 2021 and has since been working across several clinics in the Illawarra. She is interested in the treatment of adults and children, perinatal psychology, and assisting neurodiverse clients.
Meg has a lived experience with infertility, IVF, parenting, and supporting Neurodiverse children. She is passionate about helping individuals and their families to cope with general life stress and associated parenting anxieties. Her aim is to create a place for individuals, children and their families to feel understood and supported by providing clinical treatment that is delivered with empathy and understanding through her shared experience.
Her areas of interest include but are not limited to:
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Perinatal mental health
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Pre and Postnatal depression and anxiety
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Complex family planning and infertility concerns
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Grief of miscarriage and early infant loss/ stillbirth
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Child psychology and behavioural concerns
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Nuerodiversity and child developmental psychology
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Relationship difficulties
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Parenting concerns
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Early parenting support
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Support through IVF and other Assisted reproductive technologies
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Birth trauma
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Egg and sperm donor counselling and surrogacy
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Workers compensation- SIRA approved
Meg has previously been a professional athlete and is passionate about physical fitness and the positive link between exercise and mental health. Meg is also a SIRA approved Psychologist trained to deliver counselling to individuals involved in workers compensation cases.
Meg uses a combination of clinical and wholistic approaches that address both the physical and psychological aspects of mental health. Meg is a mother to 3 young children and is also a stepmother to 2 older children. In her spare time her personal interests include spending time outdoors with her family and at the beach, and sports such as surfing, running and swimming.
Please click below to make an appointment with Meg.
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Jennifer Shore
Registered Psychologist
Jennifer is a psychologist with a strong passion for early intervention and supporting children and families. She has completed a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), a Master of Professional Psychology (School Psychology), and a Certificate of Autism Studies at the University of Wollongong. Currently, Jennifer is undertaking a Master of Educational and Developmental Psychology (Advanced) at Monash University.
Before becoming a psychologist, Jennifer gained 10 years of experience in childcare and early intervention, working closely with children with diverse needs. This shaped her approach to therapy, particularly in supporting children who experience the world in unique ways and helping families build strong, understanding relationships and children navigate their social, sensory and emotional experiences.
Jennifer enjoys working with children and families to complete assessments that provide a deeper understanding of their individual strengths, challenges, and ways of learning. Her goal is to help families and educators create environments where children feel safe, supported, and empowered to thrive—both at home and in the classroom. Jennifer also has a special interest in helping families navigate mealtimes, especially for children with fussy eating, Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), and Rumination Disorder.
In addition to her work with children, Jennifer passionate about supporting parents as they navigate the joys and challenges of raising a child. She is trained in the Circle of Security and the Gottman Institute’s Bringing Baby Home program, which focuses on fostering secure relationships and promoting resilient and peaceful households.
Jennifer takes a flexible, strengths-based approach, drawing from a range of evidence-based frameworks, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Habit Reversal Training (HRT), and Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Approach to Feeding. Jennifer beleives in creating a space where children, young people, and parents feel valued, understood, and supported in their individual journeys. Above all, her goal is to provide compassionate, practical, and effective support to help individuals and families feel confident and connected.
Joanne Price
Registered Psychologist
​Jo is also passionate about working closely with families and caregivers to provide a holistic approach to therapy to help her clients understand their values and achieve their goals. Jo provides support from a family systems approach and works closely with parents to offer support and education that can be continued in the home setting.
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As well as face-to-face therapy, Jo offers comprehensive assessments for both children and adults for the following:
· Autism Spectrum Disorder
· Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
· Specific Learning Disorders
· Cognitive and Functional Assessments (including Intellectual Disability and Giftedness)
Jo currently works Monday to Friday, offering in-clinic, school or home- based sessions and after hours appointments.
Jo is a registered psychologist who works with clients across the lifespan, offering a safe and inclusive space where everyone can feel supported and heard.
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Drawing from traditional modalities such as Play- based therapy, Cognitive Behavioural, Acceptance and Commitment, and Solution- Focused therapies, to the more contemporary Digital-Based Therapy using Minecraft ©, Jo offers a client-centered approach, meeting the client where they are. She has a strong ability to build rapport and connect with children by leaning into their interests and making them feel heard.
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