Psychotherapy (Talk-therapy)

What is psychotherapy?

 

Also known as ‘talk therapy’, psychotherapy is the treatment of mental health conditions by talking through complex emotional challenges with a trained professional. Psychotherapy provides a supportive environment where you can speak openly with someone who is objective, neutral and nonjudgmental. 

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Our Psychiatrists and Psychologists provide Psychotherapy for all age groups.

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Psychotherapy can help children, adolescents, young adults and adults with a range of mental health concerns, including:

 

• Anxiety

• Bipolar Disorder (BPD)

• Depression

• Child behavioural issues

• Relationship issues

• Parental divorce

• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

• Grief and loss

• Personality disorders

• Transitioning into adulthood

• School issues such as school refusal

• etc.

 

It can also help new mums transition to motherhood, overcome worries and bond with their baby.
 

Therapy Sessions
 

• Psychotherapy may be conducted in an individual, family, couple or group setting

• Sessions are typically held once a week but sometimes twice a week.

• Sessions should ideally be held consistently at the same time on same day (for weekly therapies)

• Both patient and therapist need to be actively involved for effective treatment

• Psychotherapy can be short-term, to deal with immediate issues, or it can continue for months or years to treat long-standing and complex issues.

 

A Safe Space
 

Confidentiality is an essential requirement of psychotherapy. While patients share personal feelings and thoughts, intimate physical contact with a therapist is never appropriate or acceptable. Building a trusting and respectful relationship between patient and therapist is essential.

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Types of Psychotherapy

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Please see here

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Funding

 

Psychologist-led therapy – up to 10 sessions per calendar year are eligible for Medicare rebate under the Mental Health Treatment Plan.

 

Psychiatrist-led psychotherapy – up to 50 sessions per calendar year are eligible for Medicare rebate. If you are registered for Medicare Safety Net, after 10-12 sessions, most costs (almost 90% of the costs) are covered by Medicare.If you are a concession card holder this will be after three or four sessions.

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Please contact us if you are looking for a specialist Psychotherapist based in Sydney, NSW.

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