You don’t need an MH Care Plan to work with me, as I don’t bill via Medicare.

Medicare doesn’t subsidise psychotherapy/counselling as we do not fall under the medical model. In terms of cost, subsidised people have much higher fees, and the out-of-pocket cost is around the same as ours. Medicare subsidies are only for 6- 10 sessions, so if you wanted to continue beyond that with a psychologist, it would become very expensive.
Therapy isn’t a quick fix or magic cure for mental health problems. Some types of treatment can take a year or more for you to get the full benefit. They are not a quick fix, but the positive effects of psychotherapy are often long-lasting.
I would recommend a psychologist or a psychiatrist if you are looking for a diagnosis for complex mental health needs that require medication.

If you want to understand yourself better, unpack your developmental history, or change unhelpful patterns and heal, I can certainly help.

It can take time to create change and see permanent results; however, you should see some level of significant progress after the first three sessions. Importantly, it depends on your needs and situation, as this varies greatly from person to person. Some people feel that they get the most value after just a few sessions. In contrast, others prefer or need therapy for an extended period of time, especially if they have unresolved trauma and had a tough childhood, depression, anxiety or chronic pain. In this situation, the process may last up to 10 sessions, followed by a re-assessment; we can re-assess together if you need more therapy. Depending on how you feel, weekly sessions may be more effective, and when we are more advanced in the process, we can lengthy the sessions monthly. We will work with you to develop a plan that suits your needs and finances. This is entirely up to you. If you are jobless or experiencing financial hardship, we can work out the best plan that suits you.