Psychologists study behavior and mental processes, providing therapy, counseling, and assessments to help individuals navigate emotional challenges, mental health issues, and improve overall well-being.

Therapy offers a supportive, confidential space to explore emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, aiding in resolving conflicts, managing stress, improving relationships, and enhancing coping mechanisms.

In seeking guidance from a psychologist for the first time, anticipate a compassionate and open conversation aimed at understanding your life's narrative and discovering meaning. Together, you'll explore your values, aspirations, and challenges, setting goals that align with your search for purpose and fulfillment. Expect an active role in the process, where personal responsibility is encouraged, empowering you to navigate difficulties with resilience and discover strengths within. Drawing from the principles of finding meaning in suffering, the psychologist will help you explore coping strategies and cultivate resilience, fostering a safe space to reflect on life's complexities and opportunities for growth.

The duration varies depending on individual circumstances. Some people experience improvements quickly, while others may need more time. Consistency and commitment to the process often yield positive results.

Confidentiality is a crucial aspect of therapy. Psychologists are bound by ethical and legal guidelines to keep discussions confidential, with a few exceptions outlined in informed consent.

The fee for private paying clients, per 60 minute appointment, is $220. There is a concession fee for holders of government (e.g. health care card) or student concession cards which will be made available upon request and presentation of the card an individual holds access to.

To access a Medicare rebate, which is currently $98.95 per appointment for up to 10 sessions per calendar year, you need to have obtained a Mental Health Care Plan and referral letter from your GP. If making an appointment to discuss this with your GP, it is often helpful to notify reception as the GP may want longer with you to prepare a Mental Health Care Plan than is available in a standard consultation. After an initial 6 appointments, you will need to go back to your GP for a review of your Mental Health Care Plan. Genevieve will correspond with your GP regarding therapeutic progress at this time and, likely, request access to the additional 4 appointments. Genevieve will notify you when you need to return to your GP for this review.

Therapy isn't solely for addressing problems; it can also facilitate personal growth, self-awareness, and improvement in various life areas, fostering resilience and well-being.

Psychologists primarily provide talk therapy and psychological assessments, while psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medication in addition to offering therapy.