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Youth Side Therapy Rockingham

3 Benjamin Way, Rockingham WA 6168

  • Clinic
  • Online sessions
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About Youth Side Therapy Rockingham

I'm Mel, the sole practitioner at Youth Side Therapy, Rockingham. I have created a warm and welcoming youth-friendly psychology counselling practice catering solely to the needs of young people aged 12 to 25 years old. My style is youth-friendly, neuro-affirming and trauma-informed, offering evidence-based psychology interventions specifically tailored to adolescents and young adults.

What's offered

  • Telehealth sessions

  • Clinic sessions

Services provided

Youth Side Therapy Rockingham lists

Psychology Counselling
Evidence-based psychology interventions including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Interpersonal Therapy and Strengths Based Therapy, tailored to adolescents and young adults.
NDIS Counselling Psychology
Counselling psychology services for Autistic young people under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
Telehealth and Telephone Counselling
Psychology counselling offered virtually and via telephone in addition to in-person sessions at Rockingham.

Get to know Youth Side Therapy Rockingham

From Youth Side Therapy Rockingham's website.

  • Our approach

    Youth Side Therapy takes a youth-friendly, neuro-affirming and trauma-informed approach to counselling. Sessions draw on evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Interpersonal Therapy and Strengths Based Therapy, tailored to the individual needs of adolescents and young adults. Therapy is modified specifically for neuro-divergent young people, and sessions can be delivered in person at Rockingham, virtually or by telephone. The practice recognises the importance of family, school and wider supports, so the approach is holistic, consultative and as family-centred as possible.

  • Meet the team

    Youth Side Therapy is led by Mel (Melinda Donohue), the sole practitioner. Mel has provided psychological counselling to young people over the past 15 years and brings extensive experience working with diverse adolescents and young adults. She specialises in counselling psychology with a particular focus on neuro-divergent young people and holds qualifications in evidence-based therapy approaches including CBT and trauma-informed practice.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Youth Side Therapy Rockingham a registered NDIS provider?

Youth Side Therapy Rockingham 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 Youth Side Therapy Rockingham provide?

Youth Side Therapy Rockingham provides Psychology and Behavioural Support.

Which areas does Youth Side Therapy Rockingham cover?

Youth Side Therapy Rockingham is based in Rockingham, WA and also offers online / telehealth sessions. Ask Youth Side Therapy Rockingham which areas they cover online.

How do I connect with Youth Side Therapy Rockingham?

You can call +61 478 709 971, email them and visit their website.

What ages does Youth Side Therapy Rockingham work with?

The practice works with young people aged 12 to 25 years old.Based on Youth Side Therapy Rockingham'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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