Fees & FAQ

Sessions can be available within 24-48 hours depending on the therapist and the demand for a particular time slot. It is important to note that individual, couple, and family therapy sessions can be held in-person in The Hills Private Hospital office or via phone or Zoom, which is very convenient. Participating in therapy sessions remotely allows you to join from anywhere without having to travel. This also provides more flexibility in terms of scheduling, including after-hours options. If you would like to learn more about our availability or schedule a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your situation, please contact Blossoming Minds Therapy at 0412 899 086.

The initial sessions for Individual therapy is usually 90 minutes and the follow-ups are 60 minutes. Couples and Family therapy are standard 2 hours. We recommend initial Sessions that are more than 30 minutes longer, so that you get the chance to share everything and take away some tools and tips from the first session, for the time in between appointments.

After the first appointment, we’ll also suggest a plan for ongoing appointments, including session duration.

To schedule an appointment, you can directly book it online, you can also call our office, or send us an email. Our admin coordinator will work with you to schedule an initial consultation with one of our therapists.

A referral is not necessary, but having a referral and Mental Healthcare Plan is helpful for identifying intersections between physical and mental health. Nonetheless, we welcome all patients to seek our services.

Our services are not covered by Medicare as we are a private practitioner.
To claim Medicare rebates, you need a Mental Health Care Plan and GP referral to a psychologist.

Several private health funds like Bupa, Medibank Private, AHM, and others offer rebates for counseling.
You can contact your provider to check your coverage.

For any queries, call 0412 899 086 or email us.

Kindly note that we require a 24-hour notice for cancellations or rescheduling of appointments to avoid the full fee or deposit being charged. While we understand that life events can intervene, please note that regular attendance is essential for optimal counseling outcomes.

In-person appointments – Payments are accepted via cash, debit or credit card at the time of appointment.

Online appointments – Payments are required by bank transfer or credit card prior to online sessions commencing.

We offer a range of evidence-based psychotherapy approaches and trauma-informed psychotherapy treatments including Cognitive-behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and mindfulness-based therapies, among others. Our therapists will work with you to determine which approach is best suited for your needs.

Psychotherapy can help you better understand yourself and your thoughts and feelings, it improves your relationships and develops healthier coping mechanisms. Psychotherapy can help in:

• Improved Mental Health
• Enhanced Emotional Well-Being
• Increased Self-Awareness
• Better Coping Skills
• Increased Self-Esteem
• Stress Reduction
• Empowerment, etc. 

We can say that psychotherapy provides a valuable resource for improving mental and emotional health and achieving a more fulfilling life.

The duration of psychotherapy depends on your individual needs and goals, and can vary from a few sessions to several months or even years. Our therapists will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that takes into account your unique circumstances.

Psychotherapy can be beneficial for anyone who is struggling with emotional or psychological issues, regardless of their age, gender, or background. If you are experiencing difficulties with relationships, mood, self-esteem, or other areas of your life, psychotherapy may be a helpful option for you.

Can you relate to those feelings?

• Panic, shiver, high heart rate in challenging scenarios
• Always tired and low on energy
• Very emotional, crying/teary
• Anxiety/Panic attacks
• In conflict with your partner for small situations
• Very agitated/ short tempered
• Overthinking
• Stress
• Struggle to remember things/unorganised
• Body pains, chest tightness, headaches
• Social exclusion, avoiding going to certain social events
• Coming out rude generally when you don’t mean to
• No Motivation
• Indecisive
• Lethargic and Restless
• Intrusive / unhelpful thoughts

Therapy can help if you’re experiencing any of the mentioned feelings or if you want to prevent them.

It is never too late to seek help! We are here for you.

• Why do I worry or overthink stuff so much?
• Why do I feel that nobody understands me or is there for me?
• Why do I stress about situations so much?
• Why do I feel misunderstood? Why do I feel that no one hears me
• Why do I feel a void even during happy situations?
• Why do I feel alone and helpless?
• Why am I not myself anymore?
• Why do I often feel so exhausted and tired all the time?
• Why can’t I just accept and move on with my life?
• Why can’t I let go? Why am I fighting the same argument?
• Why doesn’t my partner understand me?
• Why do I panic so much? Could it be Anxiety?
• Why am I judged all the time?
• Am I sad or depressed?

The programs are all bespoke and created for each individual, couple, or family needs. The plans are customised and the discussion can vary according to the individuals, couples, or family needs.