Janine is a highly experienced registered psychologist at May Health, providing psycho-educational assessments for students and adults, as well as psychological therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults.
Janine Galpin is a highly experienced registered psychologist with over 20 years of working with children and adolescents. At May Health, she provides psycho-educational assessments for primary and high school students, university students, and adults in the workforce. These assessments help identify learning difficulties, intellectual disabilities, and giftedness, offering valuable insights and recommendations for academic and workplace support.
Janine also offers psychological therapy for children, adolescents, and young adults, helping them navigate challenges such as negative thinking, personal difficulties, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. She has extensive experience supporting families and students with disabilities and learning difficulties, providing psychoeducation, and fostering resilience through evidence-based interventions.
She applies a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), tailoring interventions to meet individual needs.
Janine holds a Bachelor of Psychology, having completed her studies at Macquarie University, The University of Western Australia, and Edith Cowan University. Her academic journey began with studies in arts and education at Flinders University before progressing to psychology. She initially became a registered psychologist with the South Australian Psychology Board before transitioning to national registration under the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). She has worked across various educational settings in South Australia and New South Wales, as well as with agencies supporting children with disabilities.
In addition to her clinical work, Janine is a Board-Approved Supervisor, mentoring and guiding provisional psychologists as they progress towards registration. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge and contributing to the professional development of future psychologists.
Outside of her career, Janine has raised three sons and enjoys spending time with family and friends. She is an avid supporter of the arts, regularly attending galleries, music performances, and theatre. Now based in South Australia, she enjoys dining out, walking along the beach, and visiting wineries.
Janine is committed to supporting young people, adults, and families, using her expertise in psycho-educational assessments and psychological therapy to assist individuals in achieving their full potential.