Find the therapist that best suits your needs.
Our team
MBMG FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
Annette Webb
MBBS, FRACP, Dip Clin Hypn, MD
Dr Webb graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1993. She trained as a paediatrician and then subsequently as a paediatric gastroenterologist. She worked as a paediatric gastroenterologist at the Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH), Monash Children’s Hospital and Cabrini Medical Centre. At RCH she headed the functional bowel clinic in the Department of Gastroenterology. She has also had formal training in child and adolescent psychiatry, clinical hypnotherapy and psychodynamic psychotherapy.
Dr Webb is the current President of the Australian Society of Hypnosis. Dr Webb has also trained in Integrative Medicine and was the Foundation Director of Paediatric Integrative Medicine at the National Institute of Integrative Medicine, Melbourne. She has also completed a fellowship in Lifestyle Medicine.
Dr Webb works at the Royal Melbourne Hospital in the Department of Gastroenterology where she runs a psych-gastro Gut-Focused Hypnotherapy Clinic. Dr Webb sees patients throughout whole of life from early childhood to late adulthood.
In her spare time Dr Webb likes to spend time with her family and children and family dog. She loves to play women’s cricket having been an avid cricket fan her whole life. She also barracks for the Richmond Tigers and can’t wait for them to win the grand final again.
Dr Webb is currently only taking referrals for hypnotherapy and/or psychotherapy.
ADMINISTRATION MANAGER
Bronwen Laughlin
I have worked for Dr Annette Webb as an Administration Manager, for the past three years. Prior to this, I worked for a Gastroenterologist and a Hepatobiliary Surgeon.
I have worked as a Medical Secretary for over 30 years in many different areas in Victoria and also in Western Australia. I have worked with specialists as an Administrative Manager in the areas of genetics, obstetrics and gynaecology and gastroenterology. My interests include a love of dogs, diamond art, and a proud grandmother.
SENIOR PSYCHOLOGIST
Jon Siddons
Mind Body Medical Group would like to introduce their new psychologist, Jon Siddons. Jon has a Masters degree in Educational Psychology and is a member of the APS. He has been counselling people for over 30 years and has a special interest in adolescent issues like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) & autism spectrum disorder (ASD). He also is highly experienced in career coaching and couple’s therapy having worked in senior corporate roles in the outplacement & Employee Assistance Program (EAP) areas.
He treats depression, generalised anxiety and teaches stress management techniques. He employs cognitive-behavioural techniques to reduce negative emotions or behaviours and encourage flexible and helpful thinking. These therapies are also excellent in treating insomnia, phobias & strengthening emotional resilience.
Jon has a lot of experience helping people find their ideal job. His work in the corporate world in outplacement and careers counselling means that he is especially adept at helping people identify their ideal job based on a complimentary Skills & Values Assessment. Jon is a fellow of the College of Organisational Psychologists (COP). He believes that a lot of life problems stem from being in roles that are not ideally suited to clients’ interests and skills. He has helped write numerous outcome focused executive resumes and has received excellent feedback over the years.
He will be consulting at MBMG on Friday. Currently there is a short wait for appointments. Clients will get a Medicare rebate if they get a mental health treatment plan from their GP. Jon is married with two grown up daughters and enjoys cycling, gym and swimming in his leisure time. MBMG is located at:
SENIOR PSYCHOLOGIST, GESTALT THERAPIST & HYPNOTHERAPIST
Camille Baker
Camille Baker is a highly skilled and trained wholistic Psychologist, broadly educated in multiple approaches to provide comprehensive mental and emotional well being and support. With a deep passion for understanding the intricacies of the human mind and body, Camille has worked for over 18 years as a Psychologist employing evidence-based approaches to address a wide array of presentations helping individuals to achieve balance, healing and personal growth.
Camille has also successfully completed 4 years of Psychotherapy Training in Gestalt Therapy (Gestalt Therapy Australia). Gestalt psychotherapy is a wholistic approach that focuses on fostering self-awareness, mindfulness, personal growth and positive change. Gestalt therapy can be particularly helpful in working with adolescents with its emphasis on personal responsibility, self-regulation and identity exploration.
Camille has also completed extensive training in Clinical Hypnosis, achieving both a Certificate of Clinical Hypnotherapy and a Certificate of Advanced Clinical Training with Dr. Alan Fahey at the College of Medical Hypnosis, and has also completed postgraduate Training in Clinical Hypnosis, and is a Member of the Australian Society of Hypnosis. Camille successfully uses Hypnotherapy as a therapeutic technique to address stress reduction, anxiety, phobias, pain conditions, functional gut disorders, sleep, performance enhancement and self esteem.
Camille has a special interest in working with Teenagers of secondary school age. She believes providing a safe environment and skilled support during these crucial developmental years can have profound benefits for their future well-being. She has worked as a Psychologist with Adolescents over the last 15 years across various settings, including as a School Psychologist and in Private Practice.
Camille is also a trained facilitator of Tuning into Teens. This is a parenting program aimed at supporting parents to develop an emotion coaching parenting style aimed at supporting the teenager to develop Emotional Intelligence.
Camille’s approach is wholistic and client focussed, emphasising collaboration and safety to find the best intervention to work with each individual client. Her areas of practice include working with adults and adolescents to address Anxiety, Depression, Physical illness, Grief and Loss, Life Transitions and Adjustment, Self-harm, Drug and Alcohol use, Relationship issues, Parenting and Self-esteem.
During her spare time, Camille loves spending time with her family and friends, walking her dog along the beach, Yoga and dancing.
Camille is a registered Medicare provider. You can choose to claim rebates for your sessions with a Mental health Care Plan from your GP or check with your Private Health Fund to see if Psychology is covered in your plan.
Appointments are available on Wednesdays. For enquiries or to make a booking please call 0481 463 097.
PRINCIPAL DENTIST
John Gornall
Dr Andalib John Gornall completed his Bachelor degree in Dentistry from the University of Manchester in 2009. Practising as a dentist in both the public and private sectors in Manchester, Northern Ireland and Melbourne, John went on to gain Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties with the Royal College of Surgeons, England in 2014 and is a member of the Australian Dental Association and the Australian Society of Hypnosis.
With a particular interest in Endodontics, John completed a one year advanced Endodontic course providing in-depth training in the latest endodontic techniques and skills allowing him to take on more challenging cases. He previously accepted a position for clinical and pre-clinical demonstrating at The University Dental Hospital of Melbourne in the department of Endodontics where he enjoyed teaching undergraduates and liaising with specialists in the field.
John also has a special interest in treating nervous patients and sleep dentistry, which has enabled a countless number of his patients to undergo treatment and achieve optimal dental health. John began and completed his Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Hypnosis to offer his patients an effective way to manage anxiety, dental phobia and provide treatment in a calm, relaxed and positive experience.
He also thoroughly enjoys treating children and the elderly, having both a calm and happy demeanour, which puts his patients instantly at ease and makes visiting the dentist a pleasant experience. One of the many comments that new patients make is how thorough John is during the examination procedure and how high the level of care they receive is Outside of Dentistry, John enjoys spending time with his young family, Brazilian Ju Jitsu, working out and sauna.