Bloom State Psychology

82 Gheringhap St, Geelong VIC 3220

  • Clinic
  • Online sessions
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About Bloom State Psychology

Bloom State Psychology is a Geelong-based practice offering psychological therapy and assessments for children, adolescents, and adults. The practice is guided by positive psychology and unconditional positive regard, drawing on evidence-based techniques including CBT, EMDR, Schema therapies, ACT, solution-focused therapies, and mindfulness approaches tailored to individual needs.

What's offered

  • Telehealth sessions

  • Clinic sessions

Services provided

Bloom State Psychology lists

Children's Counselling
Psychological therapy for children using person-centred and evidence-based approaches tailored to individual needs.
Adolescent Counselling
Psychological therapy for young people addressing mood disorders, self-esteem, body image, academic stress, and other concerns.
Adult Counselling
Psychological therapy for adults including mood disorders, anxiety, depression, and work-related stress.
Autism, ADHD, and Learning Assessments
Formal diagnostic assessments for autism, ADHD, and learning difficulties for clients of all ages.
WPATH Assessments
Assessments to support individuals seeking gender-affirming care.

Get to know Bloom State Psychology

From Bloom State Psychology's website.

  • Our approach

    Person-centred therapy forms the foundation of sessions, drawing on evidence-based techniques tailored to each child or young person's individual needs. The team uses approaches including CBT, EMDR, Schema therapy, ACT, solution-focused therapy and mindfulness techniques to help young clients explore their emotional experiences in a safe, nurturing space. Sessions are private and confidential, held face-to-face or via telehealth. The therapists believe in unconditional positive regard and work to help young people understand their values, build resilience and achieve greater satisfaction and fulfillment in their day-to-day lives.

  • Meet the team

    The team includes Sam Williams, who has experience working with children and young people and draws on person-centred therapies and evidence-based techniques; Nerida Kinross-Smith, a registered clinical psychologist with 30+ years' experience in mental health including work with children and families, assessment of learning and developmental difficulties such as ADHD and ASD, and school and family interventions. Both are registered psychologists committed to providing unconditional positive regard and creating safe, non-judgmental spaces for their clients to explore their experiences.

Locations & areas served

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bloom State Psychology a registered NDIS provider?

Bloom State Psychology is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. Contact them to ask if they accept NDIS participants and which plan types (self-managed or plan-managed).

What services does Bloom State Psychology provide?

Bloom State Psychology provides Psychology, Behavioural Support, Autism Assessment and ADHD Assessment.

Which areas does Bloom State Psychology cover?

Bloom State Psychology is based in Geelong, VIC and also offers online / telehealth sessions. Ask Bloom State Psychology which areas they cover online.

How do I connect with Bloom State Psychology?

You can call +61 473 052 110, email them and visit their website.

How do Medicare rebates for psychology work?

Your GP can prepare a Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral, which lets you claim a Medicare rebate for a set number of sessions per calendar year. The exact number and rebate are set by Medicare.

Do we need a referral?

Not to see a psychologist privately. A Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral from a GP are needed to claim Medicare rebates.

When should I consider a psychologist for my child?

If worries, mood, or behaviour are affecting your child's daily life, friendships, or learning, an assessment can help clarify what support would suit.

Is psychology covered by the NDIS?

It can be, where psychological support relates to a participant's disability and plan goals.

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