The answer depends on the severity and duration of your mental health concerns, as well as your ability to cope with them. If you are experiencing persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, anger or hopelessness, and these emotions are interfering with your daily life, it might be a good idea to seek professional help. Similarly, if you are struggling with relationship issues, job stress, or major life changes, therapy can provide you with a supportive space to discuss your concerns and develop new ways of coping with them.

Therapy can help you develop resilience, coping skills, and a better understanding of yourself and others. It can also provide you with a safe and confidential space to express your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgement.

There is no one-size-fits all answer to this question, as the number of sessions required can vary greatly depending on the issue and your individual circumstances and needs. For some individuals, a brief course of therapy may be sufficient to address their concerns. This might involve just a handful of sessions, perhaps spanning a few weeks or months. Other individuals may require more intensive or prolonged treatment. In some cases, ongoing therapy may be necessary to maintain progress and prevent relapse.

The number of sessions will also be determined by the approach that we decide to take. For example, you might prefer to take a brief solution-focused approach to an issue, or you might prefer to undertake a deeper, insight-oriented therapy to explore the issue in greater detail. The appropriateness of different approaches can be discussed during our initial appointment.

This will vary, but generally the frequency of sessions is determined by the severity of your symptoms and the goals you hope to achieve in therapy. For example, someone experiencing severe anxiety or depression may require weekly sessions, while someone seeking to work through a specific issue may only need sessions every two or three weeks.

The frequency of sessions can also change throughout the course of therapy. As you progress and your symptoms improve, you may require fewer sessions, or you may choose to spread out your sessions. Alternatively, if you are experiencing a particularly challenging time, you may choose to increase the frequency of your sessions temporarily.

Ultimately, the frequency of sessions is your personal decision that we should make in consultation.

It’s important to recognise that therapy is a process, and progress may take time. It’s important to be open and honest about your needs and expectations to ensure that you’re getting the most out of your sessions.

Each session is allocated 50 minutes.

Confidentiality is a fundamental principle that governs the practice of psychology in Australia. It is a crucial aspect of the therapeutic relationship between the psychologist and the client, as it allows for open and honest communication without fear of judgement or negative consequences. However, there are limits to confidentiality that must be respected in certain circumstances.

Guidelines for psychologists in Australia stipulate that confidentiality must be maintained unless there is a legal obligation to disclose information, or if there is a serious risk of harm to the client or others. This means that psychologists are required to disclose information if they receive a subpoena or court order, or if they believe that a client is at risk of harming themselves or others.

For more information, please see my Privacy Policy here

You can book an appointment by completing the New Client Registration form.

You will then be contacted to book an initial appointment. You will be sent some paperwork, including a Consent Form, that must be completed before this appointment.

Subsequent appointments can be organised following the initial appointment.

The first appointment is a chance for us to get to know each other and establish a therapeutic relationship. Typically, the first appointment involves the gathering of information about your presenting concerns, mental health history, family history, and life circumstances. This will help me better understand your unique situation and work towards developing a therapeutic approach that is tailored to your needs. During this appointment, I will ask a range of questions to gain a better understanding of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. These questions may focus on your symptoms, triggers, coping strategies, and goals for therapy. It is also an opportunity to explain the therapeutic process and discuss any questions or concerns you may have about the therapy.

I am currently not doing sessions online. However, if there are circumstances that prevent you from attending face-to-face sessions, such as illness, I can make arrangements for online sessions.

You do not need a referral from a GP to make an appointment. However, you will only be eligible for a Medicare rebate if you have a referral and a current Mental Health Care Plan from a GP.

see Referral Information for more details

The fee for each session is $170. The Medicare rebate for each session, if you have a GP referral and current Mental Health Care Plan, is $92.90

see Fees and Rebates for more detail.