Meet our amazing team!
Monique Hooghuis - She/Her
ND Director | Clinical Psychologist
Monique is a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience. As an AuDHD psychologist and parent of AuDHD children, her commitment to neurodiversity-affirming practice is informed by both her clinical expertise and lived experience.
Monique established Phoenix Psychology and Support to provide p
ND Director | Clinical Psychologist
Monique is a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience. As an AuDHD psychologist and parent of AuDHD children, her commitment to neurodiversity-affirming practice is informed by both her clinical expertise and lived experience.
Monique established Phoenix Psychology and Support to provide psychological care that recognises neurodivergence as a natural part of human diversity, while acknowledging the genuine challenges, disability-related impacts and support needs that neurodivergent people may experience.
Her approach is grounded in respect for neurodivergent identity, autonomy, communication differences and individual sensory and emotional regulation needs. Rather than focusing on changing neurodivergent traits or encouraging conformity to neurotypical expectations, Monique prioritises understanding each person's experiences, addressing psychological distress, reducing barriers to participation and developing strategies that support their individual wellbeing and goals.
This philosophy extends to the physical and therapeutic environment at Phoenix. Low-lighting options, sensory-considerate spaces, therapy dogs, flexible communication approaches and acceptance of movement and stimming are incorporated to support accessibility and individual preferences. Clients are not expected to make eye contact, remain still, suppress harmless self-regulatory behaviours or mask their neurodivergent characteristics to participate in therapy.
For Monique, neuro affirming practice means providing evidence-based psychological support that respects neurological differences, recognises the interaction between individuals and their environments, and supports meaningful improvements in wellbeing and everyday functioning without compromising a person's identity or autonomy.
Monday to Thursday in clinic (Nambour, QLD) or telehealth - limited availability
Kiri McQueen - SHE/HER
Psychologist (Registered)
Parent of ND Teenager
Kiri brings a warm, approachable and neuro affirming approach to her work, with experience supporting children, adolescents and adults, including NDIS participants with a wide range of individual experiences, strengths and support needs.
Kiri recognises that everyone experiences, communicates
Psychologist (Registered)
Parent of ND Teenager
Kiri brings a warm, approachable and neuro affirming approach to her work, with experience supporting children, adolescents and adults, including NDIS participants with a wide range of individual experiences, strengths and support needs.
Kiri recognises that everyone experiences, communicates and interacts with the world differently. She values taking the time to understand each person's unique perspective, respecting their individual ways of being and adapting her approach to suit their needs and preferences. Her focus is on creating a safe, welcoming and non-judgemental space where clients feel accepted, understood and comfortable being themselves, without pressure to mask or conform to others' expectations.
Kiri takes a collaborative, strengths-based approach to therapy, supporting clients to navigate challenges, build on their existing strengths and work towards goals that are meaningful to them.
Outside of work, Kiri lives on the Darling Downs with her husband, two children and their mischievous ginger cat!
Thursday to Friday via phone/video - limited availability
Gemma Smith - SHE/HER
ND Psychologist (Registered)
Gemma works with children, adolescents and adults, providing psychological support that is tailored to each person's developmental stage, individual experiences and support needs.
Gemma takes a collaborative, neurodiversity-affirming approach to therapy, recognising that people differ in how they communicate, pr
ND Psychologist (Registered)
Gemma works with children, adolescents and adults, providing psychological support that is tailored to each person's developmental stage, individual experiences and support needs.
Gemma takes a collaborative, neurodiversity-affirming approach to therapy, recognising that people differ in how they communicate, process information, experience emotions and navigate everyday demands. She aims to understand the factors contributing to each client's distress or difficulties, including the influence of their environment, relationships and individual circumstances. Her approach focuses on developing practical, meaningful strategies that support emotional wellbeing, self-understanding and everyday functioning, while respecting each person's autonomy, strengths and preferred ways of engaging.
Outside of work, Gemma is the proud mum of a lively, neurodivergent six-year-old boy. She enjoys gardening, spending time with her many pets and binge-watching her favourite TV shows (especially Bluey!).
Monday to Thursday in clinic (Nambour, QLD) or telehealth - limited availability
LUKE LA VIE - HE/Him
Psychologist (Registered)
Luke sees clients across the lifespan, from children through to adulthood.
For children, teenagers and adults experiencing painful emotions and troublesome thinking patterns, Luke is a warm, accepting and honest psychologist who genuinely cares about your well-being.
Luke's books are closed to new clients.
Bella - SHE/HER
Tiny Friendly Helper
Bella is a nine-year-old Yorkshire Terrier–Maltese cross, affectionately known as a “Morkie”, with a big personality packed into one very little body!
Bella is a self-appointed princess who firmly believes the world revolves around cuddles, treats and being adored. She loves nothing more than soaking up attention, indul
Tiny Friendly Helper
Bella is a nine-year-old Yorkshire Terrier–Maltese cross, affectionately known as a “Morkie”, with a big personality packed into one very little body!
Bella is a self-appointed princess who firmly believes the world revolves around cuddles, treats and being adored. She loves nothing more than soaking up attention, indulging in tasty snacks and enthusiastically rolling around on anything soft and fluffy. With her cheeky personality and talent for getting exactly what she wants, Bella has everyone wrapped around her little paws.
In Bella’s world, there’s no such thing as too many cuddles, too many treats or being too spoilt!
