How much does a session cost?

A therapy session lasts 50 min. The fee is 270AUD. With a valid mental health care plan you can get rebates up to 10 sessions a year of 136 AUD.

The cost of assessments varies depending on the assessment. ASD and ADHD assessments take 3 sessions + 2 hours of report writing.

COVID-19 POLICY

We take your health serious.

Choose Telehealth: via videocall or phone call.

For all in-person sessions, covid-safety measures are used. Please do not attend the clinic when feeling sick.

Advantages of online therapy

• Help no matter where you are
• COVID-safe
• Therapy can be continued during travels
  
  

Do I need a referral?

No, you can see any psychologist or therapist without referral. No information will be shared with your GP.

However, if you wish to obtain a Medicare rebate, you will need a GP referral and Mental Health Care Plan. In this case, brief updates will be given to your GP, with your consent.

How can I get a rebate?

For Medicare rebates you will need a GP referral and Mental Health Care Plan.

For private health funds, please check with your fund to find out the requirements. You will receive an invoice to file a claim.

NDIS offers funding for mental support for people with a recognized disability. Please contact us for more details via info@aussiepsychology.com.au

Can I cancel / change my appointment?

Yes, of course. Cancellations and changes can be made free of charge up to 48 hours before the appointment.

You can cancel easily online (see link in email) or by contacting us.

A late cancellation fee of 50 AUD applies for cancellations within 48 hours before the appointment. Within 24 hours, the full price of a session is charged.

Privacy

Anything you say during our sessions is protected under professional secrecy. The only exception would be in case someone is at risk of harm. We will go over this in the first session.

For online sessions, we will use a safe and encrypted platform, specifically designed for psychology sessions.

What type of therapy can I expect?

Rosien uses integrative therapy. This is a form of psychotherapy that incorporates several types of therapy, such as:

- CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy)

- emotion-focussed therapy

- psychodynamic therapy

- schema therapy

- acceptance and commitment therapy, ...

Rosien also approaches mental health from a holistic and systemic perspective.

That means we can look into environmental factors influencing your wellbeing, e.g. your workplace, relationships, physical environment, ...

In addition, Rosien has a special interest in integrative medicine. The body and mind are intertwined. Physical symptoms can lead to mental symptoms and vice versa.

Rosien has completed accredited courses on personalised medicine, environmental health, orthomolecular medicine, and psychoneuroimmunology. She furtermore stays up to date with the latest research on findings in both psychology and medicine. Of course, Rosien is not a medical doctor and is not able to provide medical advice. She can work together with your doctor, naturopath, or other health care workers.

During the first session, we will go over the different strategies I can offer based on your needs.

Is therapy for me?

Everyone is welcome in therapy! With or without diagnosis.

You don't need a referral and you don't need a specific mental disorder to come into therapy.

In fact, lots of other countries provide free therapy for all their citizens, preventatively. I believe anyone can improve their wellbeing and the wellbeing of the people around them by attending regular therapy. It can also increase your levels of creativity, attention, and motivation. Emotions take up A LOT of energy and brain space. Once you process emotions, express and release them, you will notice a lot more capacity to focus on the things you are passionate about in life.

Therapy can have several functions:

• Work through past experiences, e.g. trauma
• Improve confidence
• Improve relationships
• Work on other goals
• Treat a diagnosed mental illness

Where are you located?

The practice is based in New Farm.

What do I need for the first session?

After booking, you will receive an intake form, via a secured platform. Please complete this form online.

For Medicare rebates, please email your GP referral and Mental Health Care Plan to info@aussiepsychology.com.au