Therapy Near Me

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Canberra Psychology Services: In-Person and Telehealth

Access evidence-based psychology and counselling services in Canberra through secure telehealth and in-person support. Therapy Near Me connects Canberra residents with AHPRA-registered psychologists for confidential, clinically-informed care.

AHPRA-Registered Psychologists
Telehealth Australia-Wide
In-Person Subject to Availability
Medicare Rebates May Apply
NDIS Funding May Apply
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Mental Health Support Across Canberra

Therapy Near Me supports individuals across Canberra's key areas, including the CBD, Civic, Belconnen, Tuggeranong, Woden, Weston Creek, Gungahlin, Molonglo, and surrounding ACT communities. Telehealth services are available Australia-wide, including for clients in Queanbeyan, Yass, and regional NSW.

Whether you are navigating a difficult period at work, managing anxiety or depression, supporting a child or young person, or seeking a clearer path forward, our registered psychologists and counsellors are here to help.

Available: Telehealth Australia-wide. In-person in Canberra, subject to practitioner availability.

Format: Video, phone, or in-person appointments

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.

Crisis Support Notice
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.

Psychology and Counselling Services in Canberra

Our team offers evidence-based support across a broad range of mental health concerns. Each service is delivered by registered practitioners using approaches aligned with your needs and circumstances.

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Anxiety Therapy

Evidence-based support for generalised anxiety, social anxiety, panic, and phobias.

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Depression Support

Psychological support for persistent low mood, burnout, and related difficulties.

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Trauma and PTSD

Trauma-informed care including EMDR and CBT for PTSD and complex trauma.

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ADHD Support

Psychology for children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD.

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Autism Support

Psychological support across the lifespan for autistic individuals and families.

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Child and Teen Therapy

Age-appropriate support for young people.

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Relationship Counselling

Individual and couples support for relationship and communication challenges.

Evidence-Based Therapy Approaches

Our team offers evidence-based support across a broad range of mental health concerns. Each service is delivered by registered practitioners using approaches aligned with your needs and circumstances.

The therapeutic approach used in your sessions is determined by your presenting concerns, your goals, and what your practitioner recommends following an initial assessment. Therapy Near Me 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. You are encouraged to ask questions throughout.

Common Mental Health Challenges We Support in Canberra

Our practitioners have experience supporting people across a broad range of presentations, including:

Work-related stress and burnout, particularly common among public servants, defence personnel, and professionals in high-accountability roles
Anxiety and depression, whether situational or persistent
Trauma and PTSD, including occupational trauma experienced by first responders, emergency workers, and those in security and defence roles
Neurodiversity: support for individuals with ADHD and autism in navigating Canberra's demanding professional and academic environments
Relationship difficulties, including couples in high-stress dual-career households and families managing competing pressures
Grief and life transitions, including adjustment to new roles, career changes, and the isolation that can accompany relocating to Canberra
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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 or other eligible Medicare provider. Medicare rebates do not apply to every counselling session or every practitioner type.

If you would like to use Medicare rebates, our intake team can help explain which practitioners and appointment types may be eligible. Your GP, psychiatrist, or paediatrician determines referral eligibility. Speak with them about whether a Mental Health Treatment Plan is appropriate for your circumstances.

NDIS

Eligible NDIS participants may be able to use their plan funding for our services 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, depending on the participant's plan and service requirements. Our intake team can help clarify whether our services are appropriate for the participant's goals, funding category, and support needs.

Private Sessions

Psychology sessions are available without a GP referral on a private-pay basis. Contact our team on 1800 632 763 or visit our Fees and Rebates page for current pricing.

⚠ Important: Medicare rebate amounts are set by the Australian Government and are subject to change. Rebates do not apply to all practitioners or session types. Confirm eligibility with your GP and via Services Australia at servicesaustralia.gov.au. NDIS plan inclusions, applicable support categories, and pricing are determined individually and subject to change. Confirm current rates and eligibility with your NDIS planner, support coordinator, or plan manager. Individual eligibility may vary. This information is general in nature and does not constitute financial or clinical advice.

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 guidance, and parenting difficulties.

AHPRA Number: PSY0001373322

Service Area: Newcastle and 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: Western Sydney and 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: Perth and 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: Gold Coast and 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: Western Sydney and 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: NSW South Coast and Telehealth

Availability: 7 days a week

Areas We Support Around Canberra

Therapy Near Me offers telehealth psychology services Australia-wide, including across the ACT and surrounding region. In-person appointments in Canberra are available subject to practitioner availability. Contact our intake team to confirm. We support clients in and around:

  • Canberra CBD (Civic)
  • Belconnen
  • Tuggeranong
  • Woden and Weston Creek
  • Gungahlin
  • Molonglo Valley and Whitlam
  • Inner North: Braddon, Turner, Lyneham, O’Connor
  • Inner South: Garran, Hughes, Curtin, Deakin
  • Queanbeyan (NSW) – via telehealth; in-person subject to practitioner availability
  • Yass, Cooma, and regional ACT – via telehealth

Telehealth sessions are available Australia-wide, so clients anywhere in the ACT or beyond can access Therapy Near Me psychology services without needing to travel.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find a psychologist in Canberra?

You can book directly through therapynearme.com.au or by calling 1800 632 763. Our intake team will match you with a registered psychologist whose experience aligns with your needs and preferences. No GP referral is required to make a booking.
Yes. Telehealth psychology sessions are available Australia-wide, including for clients across the ACT. Belconnen, Tuggeranong, Gungahlin, Queanbeyan, and surrounding areas are all supported. Sessions are conducted via a secure video platform accessible from your phone, tablet, or computer.
Eligible clients with a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan or eligible referral may be able to claim Medicare rebates when seeing an eligible registered psychologist. Medicare rebates do not apply to every session type or every practitioner. Speak with your GP, psychiatrist, or paediatrician about whether a referral is appropriate. Rebate amounts are set by the Australian Government and subject to change. Confirm current figures with Services Australia.
No. You can book directly with Therapy Near Me without a referral. A valid Mental Health Treatment Plan or eligible referral is required only if you wish to access Medicare rebates, and rebates apply to eligible practitioners and session types only.
Private sessions are available from $145. Where Medicare rebates apply under an eligible referral, your out-of-pocket cost may be lower. Eligible NDIS participants may be able to use plan funding where the support is included in their plan. Visit our Fees and Rebates page or call 1800 632 763 for current pricing.
Eligible NDIS participants may be able to use their plan funding for our services 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. Our intake team can help clarify whether our services are appropriate for the participant’s plan, goals, and funding category. Not every service is automatically funded.
Our practitioners support a wide range of presentations including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, BPD, relationship difficulties, burnout, and grief. Each presentation is assessed individually. Contact our intake team to discuss whether our services are the right fit for your situation.
Research evidence indicates that telehealth psychology can be as effective as in-person therapy for a range of presentations, including anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Suitability is assessed on an individual basis. Your practitioner can help determine the most appropriate format for your situation.
Appointment availability varies by practitioner and session type. Telehealth appointments are generally more flexible as clients are not limited to local in-person availability. In-person appointments in Canberra are subject to individual practitioner availability. Contact our team on 1800 632 763 or book online to check current availability.

Therapy Near Me Canberra

Connect with experienced, AHPRA-registered psychologists in Canberra for personalized mental health care. We offer evidence-based therapy sessions across the Canberra CBD and surrounding suburbs, providing a supportive environment through both secure telehealth and face-to-face clinic visits.

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