Is The Balmain Practice a registered NDIS provider?

The Balmain Practice 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 The Balmain Practice provide?

The Balmain Practice provides Psychology, Behavioural Support, Autism Assessment and ADHD Assessment.

Which areas does The Balmain Practice cover?

The Balmain Practice is based in Balmain, NSW.

How do I connect with The Balmain Practice?

You can call +61 2 7903 0370 and visit their website, or send an enquiry through EarlyBloom — it goes straight to the provider and is always free for families.

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.

The Balmain Practice · Psychology · Balmain, NSW

Our approach

The Balmain Practice takes a warm, friendly and collaborative approach to therapy, providing a safe and relaxed environment for children and adolescents to reach their therapeutic goals. Sessions are conducted face-to-face at the Balmain clinic, via telehealth online, or a combination of both. The team uses a wide variety of evidence-based and contemporary treatment modalities including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Schema Therapy, and Family Based Treatments. Psychologists work with young people to address concerns such as anxiety, depression, school stress, self-esteem issues, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, sleep disorders and eating disorders. The practice abides by the ethics of the Australian Psychological Society and prioritises creating an environment where children and adolescents feel heard, understood and respected.

Meet the team

The Balmain Practice is led by Dr Janine Peckham, a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years' experience as a psychologist and over 10 years' as a clinical psychologist. She holds a PhD in Psychology, Masters in Clinical Psychology, and is trained in CBT, Schema Therapy for children and adolescents, and EMDR. The wider team includes Sian Donaldson (Registered Psychologist), Eirini Lammi (Clinical Psychologist), Courtney Karpin (Registered Psychologist), Louise Gee (Clinical Psychologist), Carmel Myles (Clinical Psychologist), and Kelse Celeste Sheehan (Registered Psychologist). All team members are registered with the Australian Psychological Society and work with evidence-based treatment modalities to address clinical concerns across children, adolescents, and families.

Your first visit

Your first appointment begins when you contact the practice by phone or online form to book an initial session. A Welcome Pack is sent with important information about what to expect and how to prepare. On arrival for either face-to-face or online appointments, allow time to gather your thoughts, have a cup of tea or coffee, and take some deep breaths to relax before the session. During the first appointment, your child will raise their concerns or issues and express what they're hoping to achieve from therapy. It's also a time for your child and the psychologist to start to get to know each other and establish open rapport, with the psychologist setting up further appointments to work towards therapeutic goals.

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