Psychological Services in Oakleigh: At-Home and Telehealth
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Mental Health Support in Oakleigh
Therapy Near Me provides psychology and counselling services to residents of Oakleigh, Victoria and Melbourne's inner south-east. Services are delivered as at-home visits across Oakleigh, Mount Waverley, Carnegie, Malvern East, and surrounding suburbs, and via telehealth across Australia. The service provides psychology, counselling, NDIS behaviour support including FBA and PBSP, social work described as culturally sensitive, and NDIS support coordination. Behaviour support covers dual diagnosis and complex needs.
Available: Telehealth is available Australia-wide. In-person and at-home appointments in Oakleigh and Melbourne’s inner south-east are subject to practitioner location, suitability and availability.
Format: Video, phone, or at-home visits
Funding: Medicare rebates and NDIS funding may be available for eligible clients. Private sessions are also available.
Not suitable for: Emergencies or immediate crisis situations. If you are in immediate danger, call 000.
If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 000. For 24/7 mental health crisis support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467. These services are free, confidential, and available around the clock.
Mental health and access to care in Oakleigh
Local population context
Oakleigh had 8,442 residents at the 2021 Census and a median age of 38. The suburb has a distinctive cultural and linguistic profile: 49.2% of households used a language other than English, with Greek and Mandarin among the leading home languages. Using another language at home does not mean that a person necessarily needs an interpreter. However, clear service information, interpreter awareness and access to culturally responsive clinicians may be important for some residents and families.
What the available mental-health data shows
The strongest direct suburb-level mental-health indicator is the Census finding that 745 Oakleigh residents, or 8.8% of the population, reported a long-term mental-health condition, including depression or anxiety. This is a self-reported long-term-condition measure rather than a clinical estimate of all mental illness. It does not show how many residents are experiencing current distress, need treatment or have encountered difficulty accessing services.
Practical and financial access considerations
Practical and financial circumstances can also affect how some residents arrange care. In 2021, 26.9% of occupied Oakleigh dwellings were lone-person households and 10.8% had no registered motor vehicle. Among renter households, 32.9% recorded rent payments above 30% of household income. These characteristics do not indicate that an individual is isolated, unwell or unable to afford care, but they make transport, mobility, appointment support and out-of-pocket costs relevant access considerations.
Local public-service context
Oakleigh has a significant public-service advantage: Monash Health operates community-based specialist mental-health services at 73–75 Atherton Road. Wider Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network evidence identifies workforce, cost and service-navigation pressures across its regional catchment, but those findings must not be presented as Oakleigh-specific practitioner numbers or waiting times.
How telehealth may help some Oakleigh residents
For some residents, telehealth may reduce travel, parking, mobility, caring and scheduling barriers. It may also broaden access to practitioners with relevant language capabilities or culturally responsive experience. Telehealth is not suitable for every person, presentation or clinical situation and depends on privacy, reliable technology and individual clinical assessment.
Public mental-health pathways and urgent support
Monash Health Psychiatric Triage can be contacted on 1300 369 012 for specialist public mental-health assessment and referral. Young people aged 12–25 may also contact headspace Syndal in Mount Waverley for free or low-cost support. Therapy Near Me does not replace a GP, psychiatrist, hospital, public mental-health team or crisis service. Anyone in immediate danger should call 000. Lifeline is available on 13 11 14.
Psychology and Counselling Services in Oakleigh
Our team provides evidence-based psychology and counselling across a broad range of presentations. At-home visits are available across Oakleigh and surrounding areas. Telehealth is available Australia-wide.
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Anxiety Therapy
Evidence-based support for anxiety disorders, panic, and social anxiety.
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Depression Support
Psychological care for persistent low mood, depressive episodes, and burnout.
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Trauma and PTSD
Trauma-informed therapy including EMDR and trauma-focused CBT.
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ADHD Support
Psychology for children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD.
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Autism Support
Psychological support and behaviour support for autistic individuals across all ages. Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBA) and Positive Behaviour Support Plans (PBSP) available.
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Child and Teen Therapy
Age-appropriate psychological support for children and young people, including school refusal, emotional regulation, and developmental concerns.
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Relationship Counselling
Individual and couples counselling for relationship, communication, and family difficulties.
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NDIS Psychology and Behaviour Support
Telehealth and at-home psychology and behaviour support for eligible NDIS participants.
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EAP Psychology
Employee Assistance Programme psychology for eligible employees.
Evidence-Based Therapy Approaches
The therapeutic approach used in your sessions is determined by your presenting concerns, your goals, and what your practitioner recommends following an initial assessment. Our practitioners work within evidence-based frameworks. Approaches that may be drawn upon include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapies such as EMDR, and mindfulness-based approaches, among others.
The specific approach used will depend on the practitioner you are matched with and what is most appropriate for your individual situation. Your practitioner will explain their recommended approach and why it suits your circumstances.
Who We Support in Oakleigh
Our practitioners have experience supporting individuals across a broad range of presentations common in Oakleigh and the surrounding community:
Medicare Rebates and NDIS Support
Medicare
Eligible clients with a valid GP Mental Health Treatment Plan or eligible referral may be able to claim Medicare rebates when they see an eligible registered psychologist. Medicare rebates do not apply to every session type or every practitioner type. Your GP, psychiatrist, or paediatrician determines referral eligibility.
NDIS
Eligible NDIS participants may be able to use their plan funding for psychology, counselling, or behaviour support services delivered via telehealth or at-home visits, where the support is reasonable and necessary, related to their disability support needs, and included under the relevant funding category. Therapy Near Me can support self-managed and plan-managed participants.
WorkCover
Therapy Near Me can provide psychological support for WorkCover clients managing work-related psychological injury or illness. Claims require approval from the relevant authority and a referral from your treating doctor before sessions can begin. Contact our intake team on 1800 632 763 to discuss the referral process.
Private Sessions
Private psychology sessions are available without a referral from $145. Visit our Fees and Rebates page or call 1800 632 763 for current pricing.
Meet Our Mental Health Support Practitioners
Our team includes registered psychologists and accredited practitioners with experience supporting adults, young people, and families across a range of presentations, and includes practitioners with multilingual capabilities and culturally responsive practice approaches.
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Victoria is an NDIS-approved behaviour support practitioner with extensive experience supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, ADHD, and complex behaviours. She develops evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support plans and works closely with families and support teams.
Service Area: Melbourne and Telehealth
Availability: 7 days a week
Psychologist
Ross has over 25 years’ experience as a psychologist across a number of industries in both the public and private sectors. He provides psychological support for presentations including depression, anxiety, phobias, work-related stress, post-traumatic stress, autism, ADHD, substance abuse, addictions, sleep disorders, workplace conflict, relationship difficulties, financial difficulties, grief and loss, pain management, vocational guid
AHPRA Number: PSY0001373322
Service Area: Telehealth
Availability: Monday to Thursday, 8am to 5pm
Behaviour Analyst
Mohamed is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst with a Master’s in Professional Behaviour Analysis and international experience in autism and developmental disabilities. He specialises in Functional Behaviour Assessments, Positive Behaviour Support plans, and parent training.
Credentials: Board Certified Behaviour Analyst / BCBA
Service Area: Telehealth
Availability: Friday
Psychologist
Nadia is a bilingual English and Spanish psychologist with more than 7 years’ clinical and hospital experience. She is trained in CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed approaches, and supports adults aged 18+ with trauma, anxiety, and mood difficulties.
AHPRA Number: PSY0002124836
Service Area: Telehealth
Availability: Tuesday
Psychologist
Alyson is a trauma-informed psychologist with more than 15 years’ experience across TAFE, headspace, private practice, and community services. She holds a BSc in Psychology, a BA in Anthropology, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology, and is a Board-Approved Supervisor.
AHPRA Number: PSY0001911815
Service Area: Telehealth
Availability: Tuesday and Thursday, after 5pm
Counsellor and Social Worker
Jimmy is an ACA-registered counsellor and social worker with more than 10 years’ frontline experience in disability, aged care, trauma, and community mental health. He holds a Bachelor of Social Work and is completing a Master of Counselling.
Registration: ACA Level 2 Member, Membership No. 22399
Service Area: Telehealth
Availability: Weekdays
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Lidija is an NDIS behaviour support practitioner with a Diploma of Counselling, Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs, and advanced training in NLP and hypnotherapy. She has strong experience in disability and community services, blending behaviour support with counselling and mindset coaching.
Service Area: Telehealth
Availability: 7 days a week
Psychologist
Ana supports children, adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression and mood concerns, adjustment difficulties, life transitions, workplace stress and emotional regulation challenges. Her approach is evidence-based, practical, culturally responsive and collaborative.
AHPRA Number: PSY0004010699
Service Area: Telehealth
Availability: Monday and Tuesday
Areas We Reach From Oakleigh
Therapy Near Me provides telehealth psychology Australia-wide and at-home visits across Oakleigh and the surrounding region, subject to practitioner availability. We support clients from:
- Oakleigh
- Oakleigh South
- Oakleigh East
- Mount Waverley
- Carnegie
- Malvern East
- Chadstone
- Clayton South
- Huntingdale
- Murrumbeena
- Moorabbin
- Bentleigh East
Telehealth sessions are available Australia-wide, so clients anywhere in Victoria or beyond can access psychology services without needing to travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can NDIS participants access services in Oakleigh?
Do I need a GP referral to book?
Do you provide behaviour support in Oakleigh?
What does a session cost?
Private sessions from $145. NDIS sessions from $195. Where Medicare rebates apply under a valid GP referral, your out-of-pocket cost may be lower. Visit our Fees and Rebates page or call 1800 632 763 for current pricing.
Can clients from Mount Waverley or Carnegie access services?
Which public mental-health service covers Oakleigh?
Monash Health is the relevant public specialist health service. Several community mental-health teams operate from 73–75 Atherton Road in Oakleigh, including adult continuing-care and Early in Life Mental Health outpatient services. Monash Health Psychiatric Triage can be contacted on 1300 369 012 to discuss specialist assessment and referral. Different age-based pathways apply. Immediate danger requires 000.
Is there a headspace service near Oakleigh?
headspace Syndal, at 265–267 Blackburn Road in Mount Waverley, supports young people aged 12–25. It provides mental-health support, a youth-friendly GP, alcohol and other drug counselling, and work and study assistance. The centre states that appointments are free or low cost. Some services require Medicare while others do not. headspace is not a crisis service.
Do the Monash and Eastern Melbourne PHN findings apply directly to Oakleigh?
No. Oakleigh’s population, language, housing and 8.8% long-term mental-health-condition figures come directly from the ABS suburb dataset. The finding that Monash had comparatively high adjusted health need applies to the City of Monash, while workforce and navigation findings generally apply to the Eastern Melbourne PHN region. Those wider findings cannot establish an Oakleigh-specific psychologist shortage, fee level or waiting period.
Therapy Near Me Oakleigh, VIC
AHPRA-registered psychologists in Oakleigh, VIC for personalized mental health care. We offer evidence-based therapy sessions across the Oakleigh, VIC and surrounding suburbs, providing a supportive environment through secure telehealth.
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