FAQ

​Psychologists complete a minimum of six years of university. While undergoing their training, Psychologists are required to register with the Psychology Board of Australia and be listed with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a provisional psychologist. Once a provisional psychologist has successfully completed all training and associated placements, they apply to the board for full unconditional registration as general psychologists. Fully registered psychologists are required to engage in ongoing professional development and training and are bound by a strict code of ethics.

Psychologists are trained mental health professionals who help individuals, families and communities understand, manage, and improve their mental health and well-being. Using evidence-based approaches we help people maintain positive mental health, respond to life challenges and treat mental health declines. ​ Psychologists do not prescribe medication but work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, such as GPs and psychiatrists, to ensure comprehensive care when needed.

Psychologists help individuals, families, and organisations understand, manage, and improve mental health and well-being. Psychologists can support people in therapy to address problems such as: Anxiety and depression Trauma and PTSD Stress and burnout Relationship difficulties Emotional regulation Neurodiversity support (e.g., ADHD, Autism) Grief and life transitions ​ Psychologists also conduct comprehensive assessments to better understand cognitive, emotional, and behavioural functioning. Assessments provide clarity, inform treatment plans, and help guide access to support services. Assessments can help identify: ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder Learning difficulties and cognitive processing struggles Mental health conditions and diagnoses Work, school, or legal reports Mental health care isn’t just about treatment, it’s also about prevention. Psychologists can equip individuals with skills for stress management, resilience, and emotional well-being before challenges become overwhelming. We work collaboratively with GPs, psychiatrists, schools, and workplaces to ensure holistic, person-centred care.

Psychologists work in a range of fields, each with different areas of expertise. Clinical Psychologists – Assess, diagnose, and treating mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders. They often work in hospitals, community health settings, or private practice. General Psychologists - Provide psychological support for a variety of mental health concerns. They often focus on counselling, behaviour change, and mental well-being. Community Psychologists – Work with individuals and groups to address social issues and improve community well-being. They often engage in advocacy, program development, and interventions to promote mental health on a larger scale. Educational and Developmental Psychologists – Have additional training in learning and development across the lifespan, often working with children, schools, and families to assess and support cognitive, behavioural, and emotional development. Forensic Psychologists – Work within the legal system, assessing individuals involved in the criminal justice system and providing expert reports for courts. Organisational Psychologists – Focus on workplace psychology, including leadership, employee well-being, and organisational development. Health Psychologists – Work in medical settings to help individuals manage chronic illness, pain, and lifestyle changes affecting mental health. Sports Psychologists – Help athletes and teams improve performance and manage the psychological aspects of competitive sport. Not all psychologists will limit their work to specific settings based on their training. Quite often you will find psychologists from all different areas of advanced training along with general psychologists working within private practice settings where they can work with a range of referrals and collaboratively with different psychologists.

We have a number of psychologists on the team who are registered Worksafe providers. Our services are delivered in line with the Worksafe Vic fee schedule as listed below: