Dr Keflemariam Yohannes, Clinical Psychologist at Hader Private Hospital in Geelong, brings over a decade of experience working with adults and older adults in diverse settings, including private practice, public hospitals, and community health services. His compassionate approach is grounded in a commitment to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their sense of purpose.
With an extensive academic background that spans both science and the humanities, Dr Yohannes offers a unique perspective on mental health care. He specialises in addressing trauma, adverse childhood events, and adjustment disorders, as well as providing life direction counselling. His holistic approach integrates evidence-based psychological practices with an understanding of personal and cultural values, ensuring each patient’s care is tailored to their unique needs.
Dr Yohannes holds a Doctor of Clinical Psychology from La Trobe University. His additional degrees in epidemiology, psychology, theology, and tropical health reflect his diverse expertise and dedication to holistic care.
Dr Yohannes is passionate about providing trauma-informed, empathetic care to patients, particularly in the areas of drug and alcohol rehabilitation and life direction counselling.
With a deep academic foundation and over a decade of experience in clinical psychology, Dr Keflemariam Yohannes specialises in providing compassionate, evidence-based care. His work focuses on addressing trauma, addiction recovery, and life transitions, helping patients achieve meaningful progress.
Clinical psychology
Drug and alcohol rehabilitation
Trauma and childhood adversity
Life direction counselling
Adjustment disorders
Mental health in older adults
Dr Yohannes is passionate about integrating science and humanities in mental health care, ensuring a holistic and personalised approach. He is dedicated to advancing psychological research, supporting patient well-being, and mentoring future mental health professionals.
Dr Keflemariam Yohannes
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Kefle Yohannes, Resident Clinical Psychologist, explains addiction psychology, mental health effects, and the science behind recovery.
For Dr Yohannes, a holistic approach means understanding each patient’s unique experiences, values, and aspirations. In his work as a Clinical Psychologist, this involves addressing not just the immediate challenges — such as addiction or trauma — but also exploring the deeper, underlying factors like adverse childhood events or life transitions. By integrating evidence-based techniques with a compassionate understanding of personal and cultural contexts, Dr Yohannes creates tailored care plans that empower patients to heal and thrive. This approach ensures that recovery is not only achievable but also sustainable, fostering a renewed sense of purpose and balance in their lives.