Clinical Researchers

Clinical assessment advisor
Dr Mikaela Bere
Miki is a psychologist and researcher, with a passion for working with others through their journeys of growth and wellbeing. She has a special interest in understanding the experiences associated with psychosis and trauma, and supporting individuals to navigate these. She also enjoys teaching and delivering training. Miki is a lover of snacks and sunsets (together if she’s lucky)!

Clinical research interviewer
Alisha Randhawa
Alisha is one of the AMETHYST Clinical Research Interviewers and an aspiring clinical psychologist. Outside of work, she is inseparable from her dog Diesel, books, and coffee.

Clinical research interviewer
Kathleen Rasmussen
Kathleen is one of the AMETHYST Clinical Research Interviewers with the goal of becoming a Psychiatrist. She loves cooking and exercising, as well as cold beach swims!

Clinical research interviewer
Emma Bruyns
Emma is one of the AMETHYST Clinical Research Interviewers and is also doing her PhD in neuropsychology. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking, and watching horror movies.

Clinical research interviewer
Emily Price
Emily is one of the AMETHYST Clinical Research Interviewers and aims to pursue a career as a clinical psychologist and researcher. In her downtime, Emily loves catching live music, exploring hiking trails, and swimming in the sea with her energetic dogs.

Clinical research interviewer & PhD candidate
Sarcia Stills-Blott
Sarcia is a PhD candidate in the Clinical Psychology program at Swinburne University. She is passionate about both research and clinical work, and her PhD project focuses on how people relate to the voices they hear. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, dancing, and cafe-hopping.