FAQs
Here are some answers to common questions about therapy, my services, and how to work with me.
Practicing psychologists have professional training and clinical skills to help people learn to cope more effectively with life issues and mental health problems. Common reasons people seek psychological help include:
- managing mental health issues such as depression and anxiety,
- managing chronic illnesses such as chronic pain,
- managing various forms of Disordered Eating,
- managing and processing the impact of Trauma,
- managing grief and loss,
- coping with stressful situations such as divorce or workplace changes,
- managing interpersonal difficulties.
Both psychologists and psychiatrists are trained in the human brain and how it works. Both are able to provide psychotherapy to help treat mental health issues. However, psychiatrists have medical training and are able to diagnose illnesses and prescribe medication.
All sessions are confidential, however there are special circumstances under which a psychologist is mandated to breach this confidentiality. These are outlined in my confidentiality agreement. Please discuss this with me at your first appointment if you have any questions.
You do not need a referral to see a psychologist. You will need a referral to access various rebates. Please see my fees & rebates page.
No I am not a bulk billing practice. Please see my fees & rebates page.
A typical session is 50 minutes.
No, I do not provide this as a service.
No. There are several steps leading up to the entrance.
There is plenty of street parking available.
No Show Fees are charged if you miss your appointment. A missed appointment is when a client does not turn up for their scheduled appointment and does not contact the practice to cancel the appointment. This may incur a full session fee and payable prior to your next appointment. No Show Fees apply as this time has been specifically allocated to you and can therefore not be utilised by anyone else.
Medicare and DVA will not pay for missed appointments therefore the fee will be payable by the client.