Working Together
People come to therapy for many different reasons, and starting can feel like a significant and sometimes overwhelming step.
This work begins with an initial “getting to know you” session, where we take time to understand what has brought you here and what feels most important to focus on. From there, we move at a pace that supports safety and trust, gradually exploring the areas that feel most relevant to you.
All sessions are currently offered via secure Telehealth.
Fees are payable prior to your appointment, and sessions are confirmed once payment has been received.
Therapeutic Approaches
This work may draw on a range of evidence-based approaches, depending on your needs and what feels most helpful at the time. These may include CBT, DBT, EMDR, TF-CBT, mindfulness-based approaches, motivational interviewing, exposure therapy, and reminiscence therapy.
Rather than using a fixed method, the approach is tailored to support what feels most relevant and useful for you in each stage of the process.
Fees & Medicare
The standard fee is $260 per 60-minute session.
If you have a valid Mental Health Care Plan and referral from your GP, psychiatrist, or paediatrician, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate for up to 10 sessions per calendar year.
The current Medicare rebate for a Clinical Psychologist is approximately $149.05, which will be refunded to your account directly from Medicare depending on eligibility.
Medicare rebate amounts are set by the Australian Government and may change over time.
Private Health
If you have private health insurance, you may be eligible to claim a rebate for psychological services, depending on your level of Extras cover and annual limits.
Rebate amounts vary between funds and policies, so it is best to check directly with your insurer to confirm what is covered under your plan.
Some clients choose to use their Medicare-rebated sessions first, and then continue using private health cover once those sessions have been used.
In most cases, a GP referral is not required for private health claims, provided your policy includes psychology services.
Appointments
Sessions are currently available via Telehealth only.
In-person sessions may be offered upon request, depending on availability.
Cancellation Policy
We send a friendly reminder 48 hours before your appointment.
If you need to cancel or reschedule, we kindly ask for at least 24 hours’ notice so the appointment time can be offered to someone else who may be waiting. Please note that fees apply if cancellation notice is not received before this 24-hour period. Full details are outlined in our Terms & Conditions.
We appreciate that appointment times are reserved specifically for you and are often difficult to reallocate at short notice.
Fees are required to be settled prior to booking further appointments.
Group Sessions
Group programs can be offered for organisations or workplaces, depending on needs and availability. Each program is tailored to the specific context, team, and goals of the group.
Sessions may focus on areas such as stress and burnout, emotional regulation and coping strategies, mindfulness and grounding skills, and strengthening communication and connection within teams.
Safety • Trust • Somatic Awareness • Gentle Pace • Emotional Space • Collaboration • Healing • Safety • Trust • Somatic Awareness • Gentle Pace • Emotional Space • Collaboration • Healing
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect in the first session?
The first session is an opportunity to begin understanding what has been happening for you, and what you are hoping for support with. There is no expectation to explain everything straight away or to find the “right words.” We begin where you are, and move at a pace that feels manageable, steady, and collaborative.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is required to book privately.
If you would like to access Medicare rebates, you will need a Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral from your GP or psychiatrist. This is usually obtained through a longer appointment with your GP to discuss your needs.With a valid referral, you may be eligible for up to 10 rebated psychology sessions per calendar year, with a review required after six sessions. If you have a referral and Mental Health Care Plan, you are welcome to send these through prior to your first appointment.
How often do sessions occur?
Session frequency varies depending on your needs, goals, and what level of support feels sustainable for you. Some people attend weekly, while others prefer fortnightly or move to less frequent sessions over time. This can be discussed together in the early stages of therapy and adjusted as needed.
What if I’m unsure whether therapy is right for me?
It’s very common to feel uncertain before starting therapy, especially if you’re used to managing things on your own. You don’t need to be in crisis, or have everything clearly understood before reaching out. Therapy can begin simply with noticing that things feel harder than they used to, or that what you’ve been carrying no longer feels sustainable on your own.
How long does therapy normally take?
Therapy looks different for everyone, so there isn’t a fixed timeline.For some people, a short period of support is enough to work through a specific challenge. For others, especially when working with longer-standing patterns or experiences, therapy may be more ongoing. We’ll check in along the way about what feels helpful and whether the work is still meeting your needs.
What if I need to cancel my appointment?
We understand that unexpected situations can arise. If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, we kindly ask for at least 24 hours’ notice. This allows us to offer the appointment time to another person who may be waiting for support.
Appointment times are reserved specifically for you and are often difficult to reallocate at short notice. For this reason, your session fee is processed 24 hours prior to your scheduled appointment.
Appointments cancelled or rescheduled within 24 hours, or missed appointments where no notice is provided, may incur the full session fee.
In genuine exceptional circumstances, fees may be reviewed at our discretion. Please refer to the Terms and Conditions for further information.