Our Psychology Services
Effective Psychological Services for adults, adolescents and children, that incorporate programs tailored to individual needs resulting in a holistic health service.
We understand that accessing therapeutic services can feel a little scary at first.
At THIS Psychologist we aim to
to ensure you feel welcome + valued at all times.
How can psychological interventions help?
Psychological interventions can help to prevent problems, and can provide understanding, support, and strategies to work through new and old difficulties. It can be a life-changer.
There are times in our lives when a current situation seems really difficult to manage. Psychological interventions can help identify healthy coping strategies and support implementation. Interventions can also help shift patterns of behaviours or thinking that remains stuck from past experiences by providing a safe and respectful environment to gently explore and intervene.
Liz has trained in a range of treatment modalities and will incorporate strategies and approaches (e.g., in relation to Attachment, Trauma, Systems, Polyvagal, Theraplay, Schema, Cognitive, Behavioural, and Narrative Therapies) as deemed appropriate for the situation, and as agreed to by the client. Sessions may be for an individual or a combined appointment to support relationships.
What kind of issues can psychological interventions help me with?
Anxiety and Depression
Grief and Loss
Anger Management
Relationship Difficulties
Stress Management
substance MISuse
family dispute resolution
personal trauma
Gambling & other addictive behaviours
family or parenting issues
low self-esteem or negative self-image
work and family issues
eating and sleeping problems
life change / adjustment
or just to cope with everyday life stressors
THIS Psychologist Services and Fees
The below list outlines the fees to be paid for the psychological and other related services that are available from THIS Psychologist. This schedule is subject to change without notice. The fees listed do not include GST. Psychological appointments are GST exempt, however other services attract GST.
From July 2023, the recommended fee for a 40 to 60-minute consultation was set at $300.00 by both the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc and the Australian Psychological Society.
The session payment is due at the time of the appointment unless prior arrangements have been made. Payment can be made by cash, EFTPOS, direct deposit, or cheque.
Short Consultations (30 – 50 minutes)
Short consultation (30+ minutes) for purpose of Non-Directive Pregnancy Support Counselling (options: in rooms, Telehealth, phone)
Medicare items: 81000, 93026, 93029 possible rebate: $68.10, Out of pocket expense: $81.90
Short consultation (20-50 minutes) in rooms or Telehealth (options: direct to client, related to client)
Medicare items: 80100, 80102 possible rebate: $65.85, Out of pocket expense: $84.15
Short consultation (20-50 minutes) out of rooms (options: direct to client, related to client)
Medicare item: 80105, 80106 possible rebate: $89.55, Out of pocket expense: subject to agreed fee
Standard Consultations (50+ minutes)
Standard Consultation (50+ minutes) in rooms or Telehealth (options: direct to client, related to client)
Medicare items: 80110, 80112, possible rebate: $92.90, Out of pocket expense: $107.10
Standard Consultation (50+ minutes) out of rooms (options: direct to client, related to client)
Medicare item: 80115, 80116 possible rebate: $116.65, Out of pocket expense: subject to agreed fee
Extended Consultations (90+ minutes)
Extended consultation (90+ minutes) in rooms or Telehealth
Medicare items: N/a, possible rebate: $0, Out of pocket expense: $320
Extended consultation (90+ minutes) out of rooms
Medicare items: N/A, possible rebate: $0, Out of pocket expense: subject to agreed fee
Group Consultations (60+ minutes)
Group consultations (60+ minutes) in rooms, or Telehealth
Medicare items: 80120, 80121, possible rebate: $23.70 per person, Out of pocket expense: subject to agreed fee
Group consultations (90+ minutes) in rooms, or Telehealth
Medicare items: 80122, 80123, possible rebate: $32.30 per person, Out of pocket expense: subject to agreed fee
Group consultations (120+ minutes) in rooms, or Telehealth
Medicare items: 80127, 80128, possible rebate: $43.90 per person, Out of pocket expense: subject to agreed fee
Group consultations (60+ minutes) out of rooms
Medicare items: N/A, possible rebate: $0, Out of pocket expense: subject to agreed fee
DVA Services
DVA services - subject to DVA fee schedule
Out of pocket expense: $0
Cancellation Fee: A cancellation fee of $100.00 is charged when less than 24 hours’ notice is given for not attending an appointment. This fee must be paid before a subsequent appointment can be booked. A Medicare rebate cannot apply to missed appointments and Third-Party payers are not responsible for payment of a late cancellation fee.
Specific eligibility criteria
Medicare Telehealth / Videoconference
- the attendance is by video conference; and
- the patient is not an admitted patient; and
- the patient is located within a telehealth eligible area; and
- the patient is, at the time of the attendance, at least 15 kilometres by road from the psychologist.
Medicare Groups
- 4 – 10 participants.
- 60+ , 90+, and 120+minute sessions, up to 10 sessions in a calendar year including items 80120, 80121, 80122, 80123, 80127, 80218.
- Participants referred by a medical practitioner as part of a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan or shared care plan, or by a medical practitioner (including a general practitioner, but not a specialist or consultant physician) who is managing the patient under a referred psychiatrist assessment and management plan; or referred by a specialist or consultant physician in the practice of his or her field of psychiatry or paediatrics.
- Sessions deliver Medicare approved psychological strategies for a targeted mental disorder.
Medicare Pregnancy Support Counselling
- Up to 3 non-directive pregnancy support counselling services per client, per pregnancy in relation to Medicare items 81000, 93026, 93029 (psychologist), or comparable item numbers for social workers, mental health nurse, or General Practitioners.
- Client is currently pregnant or has been pregnant in the preceding 12 months.
- Sessions address any pregnancy related issue relevant to non-directive counselling.
For detailed information on pricing, rebates and other psychological services download our Fees and Services document below
Expressions of Interest for Circle of Security Parenting sessions
THIS Psychologist is accepting expressions of interest for group or one-on-one Circle of Security Parenting sessions.
Fees vary for group or one-on-one sessions. Group times and location may be negotiated subject to demand. PHN contracting may fund group attendance – criteria apply.
For more information please contact us via the form on the Contact page.
How can I access your psychological services?
The consulting rooms are in the Pialba Professional Centre at 40 Torquay Road, just opposite the Pialba Woolworths car park. There is plenty of parking at the rear of the building and the rooms are wheelchair accessible. Appointments held at a home or other locations are negotiable. These are subject to travel fees and to availability.
If you have any further questions or would like to make an appointment, please feel free to contact us.
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