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Our booking experts help you choose from our quality assured therapists.
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Call us on (02)8205 0566.
Or use our Form or Chat.
Our booking experts help you choose from our quality assured therapists.
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Or use our Form or Chat.
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Feeling off lately?
If life’s demands have you feeling more anxious, stressed, or depressed than usual, or you want access to professional online psychologist services to tackle a specific mental health condition, we’re here to help.
We know it’s not always easy to find time in your busy schedule to squeeze in a visit to a therapist’s office—and right now it can be especially difficult.
Online sessions with a psychologist can offer the best way to access specialised mental health care and well-being support from the comfort of your own home.
Associated Counsellors & Psychologists is Australia’s preeminent network of registered and vetted psychologists and counsellors. We connect people seeking support for mental health challenges with psychologists for online or face-to-face sessions.
We believe that everyone deserves access to mental health care, no matter where in Australia they live—or how remote. If you’re struggling with something and you want to talk about it, you’ll find a safe space where you can work through things with one of our online psychologists.
We also believe that mental health care should be convenient and accessible to anyone who needs it, regardless of their financial situation, that’s why our online psychologists offer Medicare rebates.
Get in touch to start working with the online psychologist who best suits your needs or to ask any questions.
Our online psychologists are available to help everyone, whether you’re seeking support for yourself, someone else, help with relationship conflicts, or you’d like to resolve issues within your family.
Sometimes the people you are closest to are the hardest to have a meaningful conversation with. Our highly trained psychologists help people all over Australia figure out how to communicate better with their family members and loved ones in online and in-person sessions.
Online therapy is just as effective as face-to-face therapy. In fact, it may even have more impact when we take into account broader matters such as greater access—we can simply reach more people through online sessions with a psychologist.
The convenience of connecting with others online means partners and family members may also be more open to therapy.
Associated Counsellors & Psychologists can connect you with a psychologist who has the experience and past successes in supporting individuals, couples, and families with a range of specific issues via online therapy.
Everyone’s situation and needs are different, so it stands to reason that the best online psychologist for one person isn’t necessarily right for someone else. It’s about finding the best option for you, which can be difficult without assistance or guidance.
We can help. Associated Counsellors & Psychologists represents an extensive network of professionals across Australia—we’re uniquely placed to connect you with the best online psychologist for you, no matter the issues you’re facing.
The size of our network means that one of the experienced and compassionate psychologists we work with, is very likely to be available to focus on the areas you need help with. Please contact us and we can make some recommendations.
Yes, numerous peer-reviewed studies show that online therapy results in similar therapeutic outcomes as those gained from face-to-face therapy for mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression.
It’s best to find an online psychologist from a reputable platform such as Associated Counsellors & Psychologists so you know you’re connecting with a registered and pre-vetted mental health professional.
Yes, Associated Counsellors & Psychologists can connect you with a suitable therapist who offers both online and in-person services near you.
This is an excellent option for many people during these difficult times as getting to an in-person appointment may be harder than normal. Please get in touch and we will get back to you with recommendations.
Yes, many psychologists in Australia offer online therapy, and accessing mental health support online is becoming more popular both here and worldwide.
There’s a wealth of evidence showing that online therapy is as effective at treating certain mental health issues and conditions as in-person therapy. If you’d like to try online sessions with a psychologist to see if it suits you, please get in touch with us.
Yes, psychologists who work with clients online are providing a legitimate service. Online psychologists are required to maintain the same level of training and practice standards as psychologists working face to face.
Of course, as with anything online, there is the potential for people to misrepresent their skills or training. It’s always wise to check that the online psychologist you intend to work with is registered with a governing body here in Australia.
Or access online psychologist services through a trusted network such as Associated Counsellors & Psychologists. All of the psychologists in our network are pre-vetted by us, so you can ensure you’re receiving quality mental health care from a licensed professional.
No, psychologists are unable to prescribe medication, whether they’re working with a client virtually or in person. In Australia, as with many other places in the world, only medical doctors like General Practitioners and Psychiatrists can prescribe medication to treat or manage mental health conditions and issues
Yes, psychologists can make a diagnosis of a mental health condition, whether they’re working with a client online or in face-to-face sessions. General practitioners may also diagnose certain mental health conditions (such as depression or anxiety) or they may refer their patients to a psychologist.
It’s important to remember, though, that diagnosis is only one aspect of treatment. Some psychologists prefer to not diagnose unless their client wants a concrete opinion. The reason for this is to avoid potentially stigmatising labels, and also to prevent clients from seeing themselves as ‘ill.’
For those clients who want a diagnosis to gain a concrete idea of the issue, psychologists working online or in-person can offer this.
The cost of an online session with a psychologist starts from $180 with Associated Counsellors & Psychologists. A Medicare or health fund rebate may apply. Please contact us to find out more.
Online sessions with a psychologist are priced very similarly to in-person sessions because the only difference is the setting, you still receive the same level of care and for the same duration per session.
Some psychologists offering online services may bulk bill, but as a general rule, it is increasingly difficult to access bulk billing for therapy with a psychologist in Australia.
Associated Counsellors & Psychologists does not offer bulk billing at this time, however, we can arrange online therapy with a psychologist who offers Medicare rebates. You can find more information here.
Therapist is an umbrella term that encompasses mental health professionals who work with clients, including counsellors and psychologists. While both are therapists, there are a few differences between the two.
In Australia, accredited psychologists must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or Psychological Science and a Master’s degree or a PhD in Psychology. Accredited counsellors must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Counselling or an equivalent qualification.
It’s important to note that the educational division as it relates to a therapist’s title (be it counsellor or psychologist) doesn’t always mean that the latter is more highly trained. There are plenty of counsellors who hold PhDs and just as many psychologists who hold a Master’s.
Psychologists are also able to diagnose mental health conditions and disorders while counsellors do not. Often though, this isn’t of importance as many psychologists prefer to avoid diagnoses as they can be stigmatising.
Counsellors can help with a broad variety of mental health challenges and are the first choice for many Australians seeking therapy. If you need a Medicare rebate, though, a psychologist is the best option.
No, you don’t need a referral to receive online therapy sessions from a psychologist in Australia. However, if you would like to receive a Medicare rebate for these sessions, you will need a referral from your general practitioner.
Only if you’re accessing a Medicare rebate for the online psychologist’s services. If you do not access a rebate and opt to pay the full cost privately, this will not be recorded on your Medicare record.
Yes, if you’re struggling with a mental health condition an online psychologist is a great way to get support. If you just need someone to talk to about a specific life challenge, or just want to talk through some feelings, a counsellor may be a better option.
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