Unique Brains

2 Princes St N, Ballarat East VIC 3350

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About Unique Brains

Unique Brains provides comprehensive psychological assessment, psychology intervention, and neuroscience services for infants, children, teens, and adults. They offer DSM-5 diagnosis assessments, counselling, neurofeedback, and various therapeutic interventions, with a focus on ADHD, autism, cognitive assessment, and learning difficulties.

What's offered

  • Clinic sessions

Services provided

Unique Brains lists

Psychological Assessment
Comprehensive assessment and report with DSM-5 diagnosis (if required) using the latest testing systems for difficulties including ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, cognitive impairment, giftedness, memory and learning, academic achievement, anxiety and depression, school readiness, infant development, and behavioural disorders.
Counselling
Psychological intervention and counselling services for both children and adults.
Neurofeedback
Neurofeedback treatment using systems including EEGer, QEEG, iSyncWave, TOVA, and HeartMath.
Triple P
Parenting and behavioural support program.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
CBT intervention for children and adults.
Mindfulness-based Therapies
Mindfulness interventions for psychological support.

Fees

  • Neurotherapy treatment

    From $55 per 30 minute session

    $55

  • Standard Psychological Consultation (50+ minutes) - Gillian Ash

    $175

  • Standard Psychological Consultation (50+ minutes) - Kate Ward

    $200

  • Standard Psychological Consultation (50+ minutes) - Dr Rachael Macdonald

    $220

  • NDIS Psychological Therapy Consultation

    Standard NDIS rates apply (currently $232.99 per hour)

    $232.99

  • Medicare rebate per session

    With referral from GP, Paediatrician or Psychiatrist with current Mental Health Care Plan. Up to 10 sessions available.

    $98.95

From Unique Brains's website, April 2026. Fees change, so check with the provider before you book.

Get to know Unique Brains

From Unique Brains's website.

  • Our approach

    Unique Brains offers comprehensive psychological intervention and counselling for children and adults, drawing on evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, play therapy, social skills training, mindfulness-based therapies, and neurofeedback. The clinic provides formal psychological assessment using the latest testing systems to support diagnosis (including DSM-5) across a wide range of difficulties such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety, depression, learning challenges and behavioural concerns. They can also complement assessments with QEEG and neuroscience-based treatments including neurofeedback and photobiomodulation. Preference is given to clients who have completed a formal assessment at the clinic before commencing ongoing psychological intervention.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Brains a registered NDIS provider?

Unique Brains 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 Unique Brains provide?

Unique Brains provides Psychology, Behavioural Support, Autism Assessment and ADHD Assessment.

Which areas does Unique Brains cover?

Unique Brains is based in Ballarat East, VIC.

How do I connect with Unique Brains?

You can call +61 3 4335 5201, email them and visit their website.

What ages does Unique Brains work with?

The provider works with infants, children, teens, and adults.Based on Unique Brains'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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