
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Psychology?
Psychology is the scientific study of mind, emotions and behaviour. Psychologists understand and explain human functioning through biological, psychological and social factors. All psychologists in Australia are required to complete tertiary education and training in psychology, as well as ongoing supervision and professional development. Clinical Psychologists undertake further education and training in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions.
How do I make an appointment?
Contact us via email, mobile or through the contact form on our website to discuss how we may be able to support you. After taking some initial information, we will schedule an appointment for you either in-person or via telehealth.
What happens in an appointment?
During your first appointment, Nicole will discuss with you what brings you to therapy, what you would like to achieve and how she may be able to support you. Nicole will work with you to develop a treatment plan. Your progress will be monitored session by session to ensure that your needs are being met and you are getting closer to the outcomes you want. Appointments are 50 minutes.
What is the cost of an appointment?
Therapeutic services
An initial appointment costs $260 and subsequent appointments are $230. If you have a mental health care plan, you may be entitled to a Medicare rebate. From 1st July, 2024, rebates for clinical psychology appointments will be $141.85 for a 50 minute appointment. If you do not have a mental health care plan, you may be able to access psychology rebates through your private health fund. Please contact your provider to discuss further.
Supervision, Training and Development
Supervision and training costs are negotiated. Please contact us to discuss your needs.
What if I need to reschedule or cancel an appointment?
Reminders are sent 48 hours prior to your appointment and give you the opportunity to cancel or reschedule if you need to. Please note that if an appointment is cancelled or rescheduled with less than 24 hours notice, a cancellation fee applies. The fee assists with the cost of the missed appointment, as well as time preparing for the appointment.
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