Meet the Psychologist
About Emma McIntosh
About Emma
Clinical Approach
Emma McIntosh (she/her) is a registered clinical psychologist and the sole clinician at Willoway Psychology.
She has predominantly spent her career in the world of private practice, with a strong focus on one-on-one therapeutic work and Autism assessments. She has extensive experience supporting neurodivergent individuals, as well as those experiencing anxiety, trauma and complex PTSD (CPTSD), health-related anxiety, perfectionism, and low self-esteem. Emma has also worked in hospital settings, providing unique insight into psychological experiences across different contexts.
Emma has training and experience in several evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Schema Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). She also draws on elements of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) in her clinical work.
Emma’s approach to both therapy and assessments is compassion-focused and trauma-informed. She is passionate about supporting women and non-binary people, especially those in the neurodivergent community who might be seen as “high-masking”. Emma holds space for her clients through acceptance and collaboration, creating a safe and supportive environment for those who have frequently felt misunderstood.
Emma is an accredited member of LOAPAC (League of Autistic Psychologists and Affirming Colleagues) and the AAPI (Australian Association of Psychologists).
Qualifications
Master of Psychology (Clinical) - The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Arts (Degree with Honours) - The University of Melbourne
Personal Interests and Hobbies
About Emma
Emma grew up in central Victoria and moved to Melbourne to commence a Bachelor of Arts, double majoring in psychology and creative writing. She has always loved books and stories, and hopes to one day write a book herself.
Emma is neurodivergent and spends most of her free time binging anime, levelling up her favourite video game characters, or obsessing over her dog, Eri. She dips in and out of interests such as yoga and pilates, and enjoys going for walks in nature or tending to her plants (which, despite her best intentions, still somehow manage to die).
About Eri
The Furry Confidante
Eri is a three-year-old cavoodle and a valued member of the team at Willoway Psychology. She’s big on walks, constantly wants to jump on and off Emma’s lap, and somehow always manages to teleport next to the fridge whenever a packet of cheese is opened.
You may see Eri pop in to say “hi” or lounge nearby during online appointments. She is fiercely independent and her involvement is very much dependent on her mood that day.
