Is Ringwood Child and Adolescent Psychology a registered NDIS provider?

Ringwood Child and Adolescent Psychology is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. They may still support plan-managed or self-managed NDIS participants — contact them to confirm.

What services does Ringwood Child and Adolescent Psychology provide?

Ringwood Child and Adolescent Psychology provides Psychology and Behavioural Support.

Which areas does Ringwood Child and Adolescent Psychology cover?

Ringwood Child and Adolescent Psychology is based in Ringwood North, VIC.

How do I connect with Ringwood Child and Adolescent Psychology?

You can call +61 490 811 313 and visit their website, or send an enquiry through EarlyBloom — it goes straight to the provider and is always free for families.

What ages does Ringwood Child and Adolescent Psychology work with?

The practice works with children from infancy through to adolescence, including infants, toddlers, preschoolers, primary-school aged children, and adolescents.

How do Medicare rebates for psychology work?

Your GP can prepare a Mental Health Care 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 GP Mental Health Care Plan and referral 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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Our approach

Children and adolescents are seen individually, or alongside their parents/carers, depending on what works best for each child's needs. Sessions focus on understanding not just the symptoms but the underlying factors contributing to difficulties. A range of evidence-based approaches are used flexibly, including play therapy, attachment-based interventions, psychoanalytic therapy, cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). The work is guided by compassion, curiosity, and empathy, with the aim of building a strong therapeutic relationship and working towards shared goals with families.

Working with families

Parent involvement is considered central to effective treatment. Parents may be included in sessions with their child, seen separately to discuss what is happening and explore different ways of supporting and responding to their child, or supported on their own depending on what is most helpful. Parent sessions provide space to make sense of your child's behaviour, reflect on your own experiences and how they shape your responses, consider alternate approaches to parenting, and work on reconnecting with and improving your relationship with your child.

Meet the team

Dr Rebecca Hamilton is a clinical psychologist with over 10 years' experience working in public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. She holds a Bachelor of Applied Science with Honours in Psychology (Deakin University, 2009), a Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) (Deakin University, 2014), and is currently completing a Master of Mental Health Science (Child Psychotherapy) at Monash University. She is registered with AHPRA and holds clinical endorsement with the Psychology Board of Australia, and has provided training, consultation, and supervision to other psychologists and mental health professionals.

Your first visit

The initial assessment typically involves 2–3 sessions to build a clear picture of what is happening for your child. These generally include a session with your child and both parents, a separate parent-only session, and an individual session with your child or adolescent. After gathering this information, the psychologist meets with parents again to share what has been heard, ensure there is a shared understanding of the difficulties, and discuss the most appropriate type of treatment to work towards your shared goals.

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