banner image

Daniel Abela

Daniel Abela

Psychologist & Director

Psychologist & Director

banner image

Hi, I’m Daniel. I’m a psychologist, a researcher, a partner, and a dad for a very curious little human


I work with children, teens, and adults to help them better understand themselves and navigate life in ways that feel more manageable and more meaningful. Whether it’s anxiety, identity, trauma, neurodivergence, or just feeling a bit stuck, I aim to offer a space that feels safe, authentic, and genuinely supportive.


My approach is collaborative and down-to-earth. I’m especially passionate about affirming care and supporting people who may not have felt fully understood before. I believe therapy and assessment should be useful, not overwhelming, and that every person deserves to be seen for who they are, not just the challenges they face.


Alongside my clinical work, I’m completing both a PhD in psychology (exploring how trans and gender-expansive young people resist systems of oppression) and an MBA, which helps me design more thoughtful, accessible systems of care across services, schools, and communities.


Outside of work, you’ll find me deep into a video/board game, building towers with my little one, or hanging out with my partner in crime.

Email:

Daniel@FootnotePsychology.com.au

Liesl Hassbroek

Psychologist & Client Care Team

Hi, I’m Daniel. I’m a psychologist, a researcher, a partner, and a dad for a very curious little human

I work with children, teens, and adults to help them better understand themselves and navigate life in ways that feel more manageable and more meaningful. Whether it’s anxiety, identity, trauma, neurodivergence, or just feeling a bit stuck, I aim to offer a space that feels safe, authentic, and genuinely supportive.

Alongside my clinical work, I’m completing both a PhD in psychology (exploring how trans and gender-expansive young people resist systems of oppression) and an MBA, which helps me design more thoughtful, accessible systems of care across services, schools, and communities.

Outside of work, you’ll find me deep into a video/board game, building towers with my little one, or hanging out with my partner in crime.

Email: Daniel@footnotepsychology.com.au

Daniel Abela

Psychologist & Director

Hi, I’m Daniel. I’m a psychologist, a researcher, a partner, and a dad for a very curious little human


I work with children, teens, and adults to help them better understand themselves and navigate life in ways that feel more manageable and more meaningful. Whether it’s anxiety, identity, trauma, neurodivergence, or just feeling a bit stuck, I aim to offer a space that feels safe, authentic, and genuinely supportive.


Outside of work, you’ll find me deep into a video/board game, building towers with my little one, or hanging out with my partner in crime.

Email: Daniel@FootnotePsychology.com.au

banner image
banner image

Liesl Hassbroek

Psychologist & Client Care Team

Hi, I’m Liesl, a psychologist at Footnote Psychology.


I’m passionate about creating a calm, welcoming space where people feel comfortable and supported from the very beginning. Whether you’re coming in for therapy, an assessment, or just exploring your options, I aim to make the process feel clear, approachable, and safe.


I’ve completed a Master of Professional Psychology and have experience working with clients across all ages. My approach is grounded in empathy and understanding, with a focus on helping people feel heard and supported as they navigate their next steps.


I know that reaching out can feel like a big step, so I aim to make that first experience as easy and reassuring as possible.


Outside of work, you’ll usually find me on BookTok, walking my dogs, or spending time with family and friends.

Hi, I’m Liesl, a psychologist at Footnote Psychology.


I’m passionate about creating a calm, welcoming space where people feel comfortable and supported from the very beginning. .


I know that reaching out can feel like a big step, so I aim to make that first experience as easy and reassuring as possible.


Outside of work, you’ll usually find me on BookTok, walking my dogs, or spending time with family and friends.

Hi, I’m Liesl, a psychologist at Footnote Psychology.


I’m passionate about creating a calm, welcoming space where people feel comfortable and supported from the very beginning.


My approach is grounded in empathy and understanding, with a focus on helping people feel heard and supported as they navigate their next steps.


I know that reaching out can feel like a big step, so I aim to make that first experience as easy and reassuring as possible.


Outside of work, you’ll usually find me on BookTok, walking my dogs, or spending time with family and friends.

banner image

Email:

Email:

Admin@FootnotePsychology.com.au

Admin@FootnotePsychology.com.au

Phone

Phone:

0451 845 530

0451 845 530

Liesl Hassbroek

Psychologist & Client Care Team

Whenever you're ready, we're here

Acknowledgement of Diversity

​​We celebrate the extraordinary diversity of neurotypes, genders, bodies, sexualities, and relationships and are deeply committed to fostering inclusion.​​​​​

Acknowledgement of Country

​We acknowledge the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the nation's first inhabitants and traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn, and work. We honour and respect Indigenous Elders, past and present, and their unique cultural and spiritual connections to the land, waters, and seas. We are committed to providing culturally responsive and welcoming services while recognising their invaluable contributions to society.​​​​​

©2025 by Footnote Psychology. All Rights Reserved.

ABN: 63 688 323 944 

Logo
Mobile Menu Icon

Whenever you're ready, we're here

Acknowledgement of Diversity

​​We celebrate the extraordinary diversity of neurotypes, genders, bodies, sexualities, and relationships and are deeply committed to fostering inclusion.​​​​​

Acknowledgement of Country

​We acknowledge the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the nation's first inhabitants and traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn, and work. We honour and respect Indigenous Elders, past and present, and their unique cultural and spiritual connections to the land, waters, and seas. We are committed to providing culturally responsive and welcoming services while recognising their invaluable contributions to society.​​​​​

©2025 by Footnote Psychology. All Rights Reserved.

ABN: 63 688 323 944 

Whenever you're ready, we're here

Acknowledgement of Diversity

​​We celebrate the extraordinary diversity of neurotypes, genders, bodies, sexualities, and relationships and are deeply committed to fostering inclusion.​​​​​

Acknowledgement of Country

​We acknowledge the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the nation's first inhabitants and traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn, and work. We honour and respect Indigenous Elders, past and present, and their unique cultural and spiritual connections to the land, waters, and seas. We are committed to providing culturally responsive and welcoming services while recognising their invaluable contributions to society.​​​​​

©2025 by Footnote Psychology. All Rights Reserved.

ABN: 63 688 323 944