Therapy services

Individual therapy

Evidence-based therapy for people experiencing mild to complex mental health conditions. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma or other psychological challenges, our clinicians provide compassionate, personalised care supporting meaningful and lasting change.

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A space that's entirely yours

Life can quietly pile up work, relationships, family, and the weight of expectations we place on ourselves. Sometimes it helps to have a space outside of it all, where you can slow down and make sense of what you're feeling.

Our individual therapy sessions are warm, unhurried, and shaped entirely around you. There's no script and no judgement just a qualified therapist who genuinely listens and helps you find your footing again.

Your journey

What to expect

Starting therapy can feel like a big step. Here's how the journey usually unfolds, so you know what to expect from the very first hello.

  1. 1

    Reaching out

    You get in touch by phone or online. We'll answer your questions, talk through what you're looking for, and help you book a time that suits.

  2. 2

    Your first session

    We take time to understand your story, what's bringing you in, and what you're hoping for. There's no pressure to share more than you're ready to.

  3. 3

    Working together

    In ongoing sessions we build practical tools and gentle insight at your pace, shaping the work around what matters most to you.

  4. 4

    Reviewing progress

    We check in regularly to see what's helping, adjust our approach, and celebrate the shifts along the way, big or small.

Is this right for you?

You might relate if…

People come to individual therapy for all sorts of reasons. You don't need to be in crisis to reach out you may recognise some of these.

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Not sure if this is the right fit? We’re happy to talk it through and help you find the best next step.

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Focus points

Within this service

Therapy is shaped around you, but these are some of the areas we most often work on together.

1

Anxiety & stress

Quiet a racing mind, ease persistent worry, and rediscover a sense of calm.

2

Depression & Low Mood

Gentle, evidence-based support to help ease depression and low mood so you can reconnect with the things that matter.

3

PTSD & Trauma

Specialised trauma informed therapy to help you heal, feel safer and regain a sense of control

4

Relationship & Interpersonal Difficulties

Improve communication, resolve conflict and build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

5

Burnout & Chronic Stress

Restore your energy, reduce overwhelm and rebuild balance in work, life and wellbeing.

6

Neurodivergence

Support for ADHD, autism and other neurodivergent experiences to help you thrive in everyday life.

How we work

Approaches we draw on

We tailor therapy to your individual needs, drawing on evidence-based approaches that best support your goals, preferences and lived experiences.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Understand the connection between thoughts, emotions and behaviours while developing practice skills for lasting change.

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Acceptance & Commitment Therapy

Develop psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult thoughts and emotions while honouring your values.

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Trauma-Informed Therapy

A compassionate approach that recognises the impact of trauma prioritises safety, trust and healing.

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EMDR Therapy

An evidence-based therapy that helps the brain safely process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact.

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Gottman Relationship Therapy

Strengthen communication, rebuild trust and develop healthier relationship patterns using the evidence-based Gottman Method.

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Mindfulness Based Strategies

Build greater awareness of thoughts, emotions and physical sensations while improving emotional regulation and resilience.

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Every person is different. Depending on your individual needs, your clinician may also integrate other evidence-based approaches, including Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Narrative Therapy and other therapeutic modalities.

Fees & rebates

Fees, rebates & Medicare

We believe support should be transparent and accessible. We'll always be clear about costs before you begin, with no surprises.

With a GP Mental Health Care Plan, you may be eligible for 10 Medicare rebates per calendar year. We're happy to walk you through how it works.

  1. 1

    Visit a GP

    Book an appointment with your GP to discuss mental health support.

  2. 2

    Mental Health Care Plan

    Your GP may prepare a Medicare Mental Health Care Plan for you.

  3. 3

    Book a Psychologist

    Choose a registered psychologist and book your session.

  4. 4

    Claim Medicare Rebate

    Receive a rebate for eligible sessions through Medicare.

At a glance

Up To $220Standard session
Up To $96.65Medicare rebate
Private HealthAccepted
10 RebatedSessions / year

Questions about pricing or rebates? We're happy to help.

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Good to know

Questions, gently answered

A few of the things people often wonder about before getting started.

Sessions are for 50 minutes. Many people start weekly or fortnightly, and we adjust the rhythm as you progress.

Yes. We offer both in person and secure online video sessions, so you can choose whatever feels most comfortable.

No referral is required to see us, if you would like to claim a Medicare rebate, you will need to obtain a Mental Health Treatment Plan for the GP.

No, we do not bulk bill for individual sessions.

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Healing happens gently, at a pace that feels right for you.

Ready when you are

Taking the first step is often the hardest part. When you feel ready, we're here to support you.

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Call us02 4602 7111