Services
Therapy, Counselling and Assessment.
Therapy and Counselling
Talk therapies are psychological treatments for mental, emotional, behavioural, and relational problems. As the name suggests, talk therapies use discussion and conversation as well as reflection, listening, and challenging to help relieve distress, establish new ways of thinking, and promote behaviour change. Talk therapy is often referred to as psychotherapy and includes cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), narrative therapy, interpersonal therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) and many others. Talk therapy sessions may also include psycho-education, relaxation strategies, problem-solving, skills training, stress management, and parenting support.
What to expect in your first session
Adults
In the first session we listen carefully to your needs and formulate a plan with you for moving forward. We collect your demographic information and take notes to maintain confidential records of our service provision. We will ask you to sign a consent form before your first session.
Children (up to 18 years)
Because parents play such an important role in the lives of their children, we insist on meeting with and gaining written consent from both parents before commencing any individual sessions with the child. This is called a parent consult. In the parent consult we discuss the needs of the child within the context of the family unit and then formulate with you a plan for moving forward. This plan may include individual sessions with the child, but not always. Often effective change for the family and the child can be achieved though conducting sessions with the parents alone.
Please note we do not provide services to families where there is a family court order in place, nor do we provide reports for family court. We recommend that families that require these services consult a forensic psychologist.
A referral is not necessary to access services.
Medicare rebates are available for therapy services with a Mental Health Treatment Plan from a GP or Psychiatrist.
Private Health Insurance rebates may apply depending on your level of cover.
Assessment
Assessment refers to formal cognitive, educational, and behavioural assessments conducted by a psychologist when there are concerns about a child’s development, academic performance, or behaviour. Assessment may also be sought when a child is exceeding expectations. We provide three assessment packages to meet different areas of concern.
Autism Assessment
We can provide assessment to determine if your child meets diagnostic criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Autism assessment includes:
- Parent intake session (up to 3 hours in person or online)
- Child assessment block (up to 2 hours)
- Collection of additional information from the child’s school
- Written report including recommendations
- Parent feedback session (90 minutes in person or online)
ADHD Assessment
We can provide assessment to determine if your child meets diagnostic criteria for Attention Deficit / Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD). Over 6 years of age.
ADHD assessment includes:
- Parent intake session (50-60 minutes in-person or online)
- Child assessment block (up to 4 hours)
- Collection of additional information from the child’s school
- Written report including recommendations
- Parent feedback session (60 minutes in person or online)
Specific Learning Disorder (SLD) Assessment
We can provide assessment to determine if your child meets diagnostic criteria for a Specific Learning Disorder such as dyslexia, dysgraphia or dyscalculia.
Specific Learning Disorder assessment includes:
- Parent intake session (50-60 minutes in-person or online)
- Child assessment block (up to 4 hours)
- Collection of additional information from the child’s school
- Written report including recommendations
- Parent feedback session (60 minutes)
Other Assessments
We offer several, other assessment services such as;
- Intellectual Disability assessment and diagnosis
- Assessment for intellectual giftedness or academic extension
- Assessment for SCASA special conditions
- Assessment for Language development services
- Behaviour screening for ADHD symptoms in children under 6 years old
Please note, payment for assessments is divided into three instalments. Alternate payment plans can be negotiated as necessary. Unfortunately, we cannot release the report until final payment is received.
Medicare rebates do not apply to assessment services. Private Health Insurance rebates may apply for some assessment services depending on your level of cover.
