Youth Psychology SA

Get to know Youth Psychology SA

From Youth Psychology SA's website.

• Our approach

  Evidence-based psychological treatment is tailored to each young person's individual needs and circumstances. Sessions are collaborative, with the psychologist, client and family working together to set treatment goals and work towards them. The service offers a range of therapeutic options including standard psychological sessions (50 minutes), psychological assessments, group activities, and adventure therapy that combines outdoor environments with therapeutic outcomes. Treatment often involves six or more sessions depending on the issues involved. The psychologist is trained to work with a wide range of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, grief and interpersonal difficulties.

• Working with families

  Work with younger clients often involves other family members and key support people from schools as part of the therapeutic process. Treatment is designed as a collaborative process where families and the psychologist agree on treatment goals together and work towards achieving them. The service recognises the importance of family involvement in supporting young people's mental health outcomes.

• Meet the team

  The service is provided by Kylie Agnew, an AHPRA-registered psychologist and member of the Australian Psychological Society with extensive qualifications and experience. She holds a Bachelor of Psychology with Honours, Graduate Diplomas in Secondary Education and Clinical Rehabilitation, and a Bachelor of Science. Beyond her psychology training, Kylie is a registered teacher with over 18 years of experience in schools, holds tertiary qualifications in Applied Sports Science (majoring in Outdoor Education), and has completed a Winston Churchill fellowship to study adventure therapy programs internationally. She has more than 12 years of experience working with youth at risk through Operation Flinders Foundation and sits on their Clinical Advisory Committee.

• Your first visit

  At your first appointment, please bring your Mental Health Care Plan (if you have one), Medicare Card and a method of payment. Allow time to arrive 15 minutes early, and the standard session will run for 50 minutes. Your psychologist will discuss your concerns and the issues involved in your individual case to understand what brought you in. Together, you'll agree on treatment goals and develop a collaborative treatment plan tailored to your needs. For psychological assessments, your psychologist will estimate the number of sessions required and provide cost information during this initial appointment.