Trauma-Informed & Neuro-Affirming Psychology in Essendon North, Footscray & Melbourne’s West
Assessment-informed support for adult ADHD and autism assessments, EMDR therapy, and ACT-informed therapy. Sessions are available in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, with appointments in Essendon North, Footscray, and via secure telehealth across Victoria.
Psychologist in Essendon North & Footscray
Focused psychology services for people seeking trauma-informed, neurodivergent-affirming, and culturally responsive care in Melbourne’s west.
ADHD & Autism Assessments Melbourne
Neuro-affirming assessments can help clarify lifelong patterns, strengths, support needs, and next steps. The process is collaborative and considers the person’s context, history, and goals.
EMDR Therapy for Trauma
EMDR therapy may support people working with distressing memories, trauma responses, and stuck emotional patterns. Therapy is paced carefully, with preparation and stabilisation before trauma processing is considered.
Cantonese & Mandarin Psychologist
Therapy and assessment can be provided in English, Cantonese, or Mandarin, supporting clients who want to express emotions, family context, and cultural meaning in a language that feels more natural.
Adult ADHD & Autism Assessment Pathway
A clear assessment pathway can help you understand whether ADHD, autism, or AuDHD assessment may be a suitable next step. The process is collaborative, paced, and informed by your current goals and history.
Initial enquiry or 15-minute call
A brief enquiry can clarify your goals, location, language preference, and whether the service may be a suitable fit before arranging appointments.
Assessment-informed intake
The intake may explore current concerns, developmental history, strengths, stressors, masking, sensory needs, and relevant background information.
Structured assessment sessions
Assessment may include clinical interview, questionnaires, and collateral information where appropriate, depending on the referral question and clinical fit.
Feedback and next steps
Feedback may include formulation, recommendations, report options, therapy planning, or referral suggestions, depending on assessment findings and your needs.
For privacy, please keep ordinary website enquiries brief and avoid including detailed clinical history. More detailed intake can occur through an appropriate process.
Meet Bandai Choi, Clinical Psychologist
MSSc, MAPS, MCCLP, AFHKPS
Bandai Choi provides neurodivergent-affirming and trauma-informed psychology for adults and older teens. With clinical experience across Hong Kong and Australia, his work may support people navigating trauma, ADHD, autism, anxiety, attachment patterns, and cultural or family stressors.
Helpful Guides Before Booking
These guides can help you understand the therapy and assessment approach before making an enquiry. They also connect the homepage to the site’s ADHD, autism, EMDR, and referral content.
Understanding ADHD, Autism & Neurodivergence
Planning Your First Step
Common Questions
Brief answers to common questions about assessment, therapy, language access, and referrals.
Learn more about ADHD and autism assessments →
Explore EMDR therapy →
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Clinic Locations & Contact
Appointments may be available in Essendon North, Footscray, or via secure telehealth across Victoria.
Essendon North
82 Keilor Rd, Essendon North VIC 3041
Services may include ADHD and autism assessments, EMDR therapy, ACT-informed therapy, and bilingual consultations.
View on Google Maps →Footscray
107 Droop Street, Footscray VIC 3011
Services may include ADHD and autism assessments, EMDR therapy, ACT-informed therapy, and bilingual consultations.
View on Google Maps →Start with a brief enquiry
A 15-minute call can help clarify whether Breathe-n-Smile Psychology may be a suitable fit before arranging an assessment or therapy appointment.
Enquire About an Appointment
Send a brief message about what you’re looking for, your preferred appointment type, and the best way to contact you. I’ll aim to respond within 1–2 business days.