The Joplin Clinic Team
Meet our Joplin Clinic Team, a group of highly experienced clinical professionals and dedicated support staff. Each person on our team, from mental health experts to administrative staff, works together to provide comprehensive, patient-focused care. Their collective commitment to mental health care and patient wellbeing is what defines us at Joplin Clinic. Learn more about the dedicated individuals who contribute to the high-quality care we’re proud to offer.
Emily
Clinic Administrator
Bachelor of Arts (Psychology and Gender/Cultural Studies)
Emily is a University of Sydney alumna with a Bachelor of Arts and Gender/Cultural Studies. She serves as an administrative assistant and a community advocate at Joplin Clinic, significantly enriching the clinic’s ethos of compassion.
Outside of Joplin Clinic, Emily volunteers with ACON, consults on disability advisory panels and is a previous youth ambassador with ReachOut. She is currently pursing a Masters in Public Health with a focus on mental health advocacy and research.
With her diverse skill set, lived experiences, and unwavering commitment to inclusivity and empathetic care, Emily is an invaluable member of the Joplin Clinic team.
Dr. Samantha Joplin
Clinic Director/Supervisor
MAPS, MACPA,
BPsych (Hons1), D. Psych (Clin), PhD(Candidate)
The University of Sydney
Sam completed her Doctor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Sydney. Sam also recently completed a Ph.D examining a memory phenomenon in paediatric epilepsy. Sam’s clinical experience includes working with individuals of all ages experiencing difficulties relating to mood, complex trauma, self-harm, depression/anxiety, personality disorders, and psychoses. She has a special interest in ADHD assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
Sam has many years’ clinical and research experience working in both inpatient, outpatient, academic, and private practice settings.
Sam is passionate about test development, cognitive training, evidence-based practice, gold-standard assessment, and comprehensive diagnostic processes for complex cases.
Dr Jaymee-Lee Chebli
Clinical Psychologist
BPsych , D. Psych (Clin), PhD,
The University of Sydney
Jaymee completed a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology and a PhD investigating Internet-based treatments for problem gambling at the University of Sydney. Her clinical interests and experience include working with adolescents and adults who may experience difficulties with anxiety, depression, emotion regulation issues, problem gambling, drug and alcohol use and schizophrenia, and trauma.
Jaymee has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings in Sydney, including, Gambling Treatment Clinic, Fairfield Community Health Centre, and Cumberland Hospital. Jaymee is a kind, warm and empathetic therapist who utilises a strong formulation to help guide the necessary evidence-based treatment for every client.
Dr Joycelyn Ling
Clinical Psychologist
BSc.(Pysch), M.Sc.(Clin Psych), D.Psych (Clin), PhD.
Joycelyn completed the combined Doctor of Clinical Psychology and Master of Science degrees at University of Sydney. She also obtained a PhD with her research on secondary trauma.
Joycelyn offers an empathic and collaborative approach in working with adults to explore ways to manage challenges in life and promote mental health and well-being. Joycelyn provides client-focused evidence-backed intervention for individuals experiencing mood disorders, stress and anxiety, work-related concerns, chronic illness, adjustment difficulties, and life stage transitions.
Joycelyn has undertaken advanced training in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She has enjoyed working in a range of public and private health services, as well as in research, program development, and digital health-focused organisations.
Regan Pullen
Registered Psychologist
BPsych (Hons), MTeach (Counselling)
The University of Sydney
Regan is a registered psychologist who completed her Bachelor of Psychology and Masters of Teaching (School Counselling) at the University of Sydney. Regan enjoys working with people from different age groups and from diverse cultural backgrounds, with particular experience working with children, adolescents and young adults.
She has a range of experience with particular expertise in conducting psychometric assessments and providing counselling for anxiety, depression, trauma, peer relationship difficulties and behavioural difficulties.
Joel Volker
Registered Psychologist
Joel completed a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and a Masters of Professional Psychology. He is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi). Joel has experience helping a diverse range of ages and issues. Joel also has unique experience working with adult males, as well as working within a military setting.
Joel’s experience and areas of interest include: Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Pain Management and Adjustment Disorders. • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Kate Thompson
Registered Psychologist/ Clinical Psychology Registrar
M.Psych(Clin), GradDipPsych, GradCertLGTC, BA(Hons)
Kate is a Clinical Psychology Registrar with general registration as a psychologist. She completed a Master of Clinical Psychology at the University of Sydney as well as a Graduate Certificate in Loss, Grief, and Trauma Counselling at Flinders University.
Kate’s professional interests include psychometric assessment, anxiety, trauma, and loss. Kate is also a writer and enjoys helping professionals in creative fields to overcome issues that impact their work.
Kate aims to create a therapeutic space where clients feel safe and supported to meet their goals. She draws from evidence-based therapies to tailor treatment to the individual’s needs, including cognitive behavioural, dialectical behavioural, narrative, and relational psychodynamic approaches, all grounded in trauma-informed care.
Professional Memberships:
Australian Psychological Society (Member)
Australian Clinical Psychology Association (Associate Member)
Australian Association of Psychologists (Member)
