Are you a Registered Clinical Psychologist ?

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The simple answer is no — I am a trained and registered Psychotherapist & Counsellor.

I completed a 4-year Bachelor of Science (Hons) in my field, followed by a variety of postgraduate training programs. I then undertook three additional years of specialist training in Gestalt Therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS). 

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There is often some confusion around the differences between psychologists and psychotherapists, as there is overlap between the professions. Some psychologists are also psychotherapists, and some psychotherapists are psychologists. However, the two pathways have distinct training requirements and areas of emphasis.

Psychologists

• Typically complete a 4-year degree in psychology, sometimes followed by additional supervised training.

• Their training is primarily focused on mental health, assessment, and evidence-based interventions, often with an emphasis on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

• Psychology is regulated by AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency).

• Initial training as a psychologist does not usually require the practitioner to engage in their own personal therapy, although some may choose to undertake further postgraduate studies in therapeutic approaches such as Psychodynamic Therapy, Gestalt, or Family Therapy.

Psychotherapists

• Usually undertake a 3–4 year specialised training program that always includes significant personal therapy and supervised practice.

• Training focuses on understanding human experience in depth, and developing therapeutic skills across a range of talk-therapy models, such as Gestalt, Psychodynamic Therapy, Schema Therapy, Choice Theory, and others.

• Psychotherapy is particularly focused on helping people to explore and make sense of their experiences, identify how past events shape present responses, and create new possibilities for growth and healing.

• In Australia, psychotherapists are generally registered with professional associations such as PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia) or ACA (Australian Counselling Association).

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In summary, psychologists often focus more on diagnosis and evidence-based mental health treatments, while psychotherapists focus more on in-depth, relational, and process-oriented talk therapy. Both roles are valuable, and the best fit depends on the kind of support a person is seeking.

 

 

 

 

Do you offer Medicare Rebates  ?

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I do not offer Medicare rebates to clients even if you have a GP referral with a Mental Health Care Plan. Psychotherapists have not been given access to receive Medicare rebates although this is likely to change in the future due to demand. If you are a member of Medibank Private or AHM you may be able to claim part of your sessions through your funding provider.  Please ensure that you check your level of cover with your provider as I cannot directly provide the rebate for you.

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What are your rates and do you offer reduced rates?

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My rates are $160 per session for one hour.  If your finances are a barrier for you seeking out therapy, please discuss this with me. Depending on your needs and my availability I may be able to support you at an affordable rate for a limited amount of time

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Can I use my NDIS funding to see you ?

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I am not a registered NDIS Provider. However, if you have a self managed fund you can claim back the fees from NDIS. If you have a plan manager you can organise for your plan manager to pay for the service. 

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Do you work with children, couples or families?  

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This used to be part of my work, however now I only see people for individual work who are over the age of 21

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How long are your sessions?

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Sessions are 60 minutes long 

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Do you offer online appointments ?

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Yes I offer online zoom sessions for those who cannot make it to me in person

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Have you got a waiting list ?

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  I am generally able to offer you an appointment within a week of contacting me. However sometimes our availability may not match up.  

If I am unable to see you immediately I can put you on my waiting list and get in contact when I have the availability that you need

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What are your working hours

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I allocate Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday specifically for Psychotherapy and IFS Therapy.

My appointments start at 10am and last appointment of the day is 4pm - Melbourne Australia Local Time

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If you are looking for an appointment specifically related to Sound Therapy, Breathwork, Healing Techniques or Psychedelic Integration I can see you during other days of the week

 

I want to see you and my partner or someone close to me would like to see you separately,  is this possible?

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Generally if you are seeing me for Psychotherapy I will not see someone close to you at the same time as this would be a conflict of interest.

However there are other ways of working with me that can facilitate an alternative process for you.

Please contact me and I will explain what is possible and what is not possible in relation to my work with you.

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Have you got an area that you are an expert in or specialise with?

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The work I do is non-pathologising, not solution-focused, and does not rely on tools or strategies. My approach is medium to long-term, ongoing work, supporting people to get to know themselves from the inside out, explore their inner experiences, and deepen self-understanding.

Within this framework, I have experience and professional development in areas including:

• Trauma, including complex trauma and PTSD

• Anxiety and depression

• Family and relationship difficulties

• Eating distress and body image concerns

• Guilt, shame, and self-compassion

• Supporting people living away from home

• Psychedelic integration

I continue to engage in ongoing professional development to deepen my skills and expand the range of issues I can support, while staying true to a relational, experiential, and reflective approach.

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Do you offer other services in addition to  Psychotherapy & IFS Therapy

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Yes I offer an Integrative approach to Therapy for people who are interested in blending a variety of therapies which includes 

- IFS & Somatic IFS (Internal Family Systems Sessions) 

- Sound Therapy 

- Breathing Techniques & Breathwork Sessions 

- Psychoeducation Sessions which inform you of your psychological process & ways to deal with things short term

- Integrating mind, body, and energy through MAT, AIT, EMDR, NLP & Breathwork

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