Psychologists are experts in human behaviour. They use scientific methods to study the factors that influence the way that people think, feel and learn, and evidence-based strategies and interventions to help people to overcome challenges and improve their performance.

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Many psychologists work directly with those experiencing difficulties, such as mental health disorders including anxiety and depression.

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They help people to overcome relationship problems, eating disorders, learning problems, substance abuse, parenting issues, or to manage the effects of a chronic illness. Read more about common problems which psychologists are consulted on here.

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The complex and interconnected work that psychologists do to help people lead happier and more meaningful lives is always underpinned by research. Many thousands of Australian psychologists work in academic or research settings, adding to this evolving understanding of human behaviour, and how it might be improved for the better.

It's your choice if you wish to see your Doctor before seeing a Psychologist. Your Doctor can provide you with valuable information regarding your mental health. Your Doctor can also provide you with a GP Mental Health Care Plan, they can assess and refer a patient for treatment of a mental disorder. This may include disorders such as:

 

Anxiety Disorders (generalised, phobia, panic disorder, separation anxiety, OCD), Depression, Bipolar Disorder

Schizophrenia, Attention Deficit Disorder, Eating Disorder, Bereavement Disorder, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder and Sleep Disorders.

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Getting the support you need when dealing with these disorders is very important.

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Under a GP Mental Health Care Plan eligible patients can receive;

 

• Up to 20 individual services in a calendar year. After 6 visits the referring doctor will assess progress and need for further treatment. The current rebate for general psychology is $88.25 and for clinical psychology, $129.55).

• Up to 10 group therapy services in a calendar year (you must request this from your Doctor at the time of creating your plan).​

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Please note we are not a Bulk Billing clinic.

• Kerry Horan & Erin Hitzke psychology consultation fee $220.00 (the current Medicare rebate is $89.65).

• Adam Masa psychology consultation fee: $195.00 (the current Medicare rebate is $89.65).

• Ashleigh Schull (Clinical Psychologist) consultation fee: $240.00 (the current Medicare rebate is $131.65).

• Provisional psychology consultation fee: $100.00 (no rebates available).

• Counselling (Individual) fee: $90.00.

• Counselling (Couples) fee: $130.00.

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Sessions last for approximately 50 minutes and we ask that you bring along any relevant paperwork that you may have including letters, referrals, reports or legal documents. Please note that we do not offer Bulk Billing at our clinic.

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Cancellation Policy

 

Kerry Horan

If for some reason you need to cancel your appointment, we require at least 24 hours’ notice; otherwise, you will be charged a $110.00 cancellation fee. If your appointment occurs on a Monday, we require cancellation by 12pm the Friday prior or a $110.00 cancellation fee will apply. Please note that there are no Medicare rebates on cancellation fees.

 

Erin Hitzke

If for some reason you need to cancel your appointment, we require at least 24 hours’ notice; otherwise, you will be charged a $110.00 cancellation fee. If your appointment occurs on a Monday, we require cancellation by 12pm the Friday prior or a $110.00 cancellation fee will apply. Please note that there are no Medicare rebates on cancellation fees.

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Ashleigh Schull

If for some reason you need to cancel your appointment, we require at least 24 hours’ notice; otherwise, you will be charged a $120.00 cancellation fee. If your appointment occurs on a Monday, we require cancellation by 12pm the Friday prior or a $120.00 cancellation fee will apply. Please note that there are no Medicare rebates on cancellation fees.

 

Yvonne Pirsic

If for some reason you need to cancel your appointment, we require at least 24 hours’ notice; otherwise, you will be charged a $45.00 cancellation fee.

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Please be aware that we have waiting lists and missed appointments disadvantage other clients.
 
If you do not confirm your appointment via our automatic SMS system, we will contact you again via SMS and telephone.

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All of our Psychologists are Medicare Registered Providers. Medicare rebates are available for up to 20 individual and 10 group allied mental health services per calendar year to patients referred by a GP managing the patient under a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan. ​

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Medicare rebates are processed on the spot through our Software and your rebate will be deposited by Medicare into your account the following day. We have full EFTPOS & Credit Card facilities available.

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