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South Yarra Psychology

Suite 3/2 Avoca St, South Yarra VIC 3141

  • Clinic
  • Online sessions

About South Yarra Psychology

South Yarra Psychology provides professional, respectful and confidential psychological services in a comfortable setting. Psychologists are trained in a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Eye-Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Solution-Focussed Therapy, Mentalisation Based Therapy (MBT) and Emotion-Focussed Therapy (EFT). Services include help with mental health challenges, stress management, emotional regulation, goal achievement, relationship improvement, life transitions, trauma and adverse experiences. The practice offers free client-therapist matching calls to ensure the best fit for client needs.

What's offered

  • Telehealth sessions

  • Clinic sessions

Services provided

Get to know South Yarra Psychology

From South Yarra Psychology's website.

  • Our approach

    Therapy is tailored to each client's needs, goals and circumstances, drawing on a range of evidence-based approaches including CBT, EMDR, Schema Therapy, ACT, DBT, Internal Family Systems therapy and Emotion-Focused approaches. The first session or two focus on understanding what's brought you in and what you'd like to work towards, so your psychologist can consider what effective therapy might look like for you. Sessions are 50 minutes in duration, which is typical for psychology appointments in Australia. The practice emphasises that the biggest predictor of a good outcome is the fit between you and your psychologist—feeling heard, safe, and on the same page about your goals.

  • Meet the team

    The team includes registered psychologists, clinical psychologists and counselling psychologists with different areas of experience, therapeutic approaches and availability. Named psychologists include Dr Joanne Dennison, Dr Carla Smyth, Rachel Burchell, Associate Professor Terence Bartholomew, Carina Purdea, Media Ali, Linél Franck, Rene Zacchini, and Sarah Levings (online only). All three types—clinical, counselling and general registered psychologists—are fully registered with AHPRA after completing accredited university qualifications and supervised practice, and meet ongoing professional standards. The practice emphasises that the fit between you and your psychologist is often more important than their specific endorsement.

  • Your first visit

    The first session or two focus on understanding what's brought you in and what you'd like to work towards, so your psychologist can consider what effective therapy might look like for you. Because psychologists are trained in various approaches, they'll weigh up which best suit your goals. Sessions are 50 minutes in duration. You're welcome to discuss your needs during booking or on a free 10-minute matching call beforehand to ensure you feel comfortable and understood from the start.

Locations & areas served

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Frequently asked questions

Is South Yarra Psychology a registered NDIS provider?

South Yarra 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 South Yarra Psychology provide?

South Yarra Psychology provides Psychology.

Which areas does South Yarra Psychology cover?

South Yarra Psychology is based in South Yarra, VIC and also offers online / telehealth sessions. Ask South Yarra Psychology which areas they cover online.

What support needs has South Yarra Psychology worked with?

South Yarra Psychology has supported children with Anxiety or Mood.

How do I connect with South Yarra Psychology?

You can call +61 3 9804 5448 and visit their website.

What ages does South Yarra Psychology work with?

The practice primarily works with adults and older adolescents, with some couples therapy also available.Based on South Yarra Psychology's 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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