Psychological Services in Southbank, Melbourne: In-Person and Telehealth
Therapy Near Me provides evidence-based psychology and counselling services at our Southbank clinic in Melbourne. Telehealth is available Australia-wide. In-person appointments are subject to practitioner availability.
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Mental Health Support Across Southbank
Therapy Near Me offers evidence-based psychology and counselling for individuals navigating these challenges. Sessions are available in person, with telehealth available Australia-wide for clients who prefer to connect remotely.
Available: Telehealth Australia-wide. In-person in Southbank, 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.
Mental health and access to care in Southbank
Southbank had 22,631 residents at the 2021 Census, with a median age of 31. More than half of residents were aged between 20 and 34, giving the suburb a particularly strong young-adult profile. Southbank is also highly diverse: a language other than English was used in 53.0% of households. Its housing profile is distinctive, with 98.3% of occupied private dwellings recorded as flats or apartments and 43.0% classified as lone-person households.
The strongest mental-health indicator available specifically for Southbank comes from the 2021 Census. It found that 1,547 residents, or 6.8% of the population, reported a long-term mental-health condition, including depression or anxiety. This figure does not measure current psychological distress and does not include every person experiencing symptoms, seeking care or living with an undiagnosed condition. Wider findings from North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network apply to the City of Melbourne rather than Southbank itself. They identify housing costs, culturally appropriate care, service navigation and lower use of Medicare-subsidised psychology and psychiatry services as relevant planning concerns.
Affordability may influence access for some households. In 2021, 67.0% of occupied Southbank dwellings were rented, and 29.5% of renter households were paying more than 30% of household income in rent. Historical Melbourne City SA3 data also recorded an average out-of-pocket expense of $65 for each claimed non-hospital Medicare-subsidised mental-health service in 2021–22. This is a wider and historical measure, not a current Southbank fee.
Telehealth may help some Southbank residents fit appointments around employment, university or other commitments. It can reduce cross-city travel and parking requirements and may broaden the choice of practitioners, including clinicians with relevant language or cultural capabilities. Telehealth is not appropriate for every person or clinical situation, and privacy, technology, personal preference and clinical risk must be considered individually.
Residents can discuss routine mental-health concerns and referral options with a GP. Medicare Mental Health provides free service navigation on 1800 595 212 without requiring a referral or appointment. Southbank is within the Royal Melbourne Hospital Mental Health catchment, and specialist public referrals can be discussed with RMH Mental Health Triage on 1300 874 243. Therapy Near Me does not replace GPs, psychiatrists, hospitals, public mental-health teams or crisis services. Anyone in immediate danger should call 000. Lifeline provides 24-hour crisis support on 13 11 14.
Psychology and Counselling Services in Southbank
Our team provides evidence-based support across a range of mental health presentations. Practitioners may support generalised anxiety, social anxiety, panic, phobias, persistent low mood, burnout, trauma, PTSD, complex trauma, ADHD, ASD, age-appropriate support for young people, relationship difficulties, grief, loss, and life transitions. Sessions are available in person at our Southbank clinic, subject to practitioner availability, and via telehealth Australia-wide.
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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
The therapeutic approach used in your sessions is determined by your presenting concerns, your goals, and what your practitioner recommends following an initial assessment. Approaches that may be drawn upon at our Southbank clinic include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapies such as EMDR, and mindfulness-based approaches, among others. Your practitioner will explain the approach they recommend and why it suits your circumstances. You are encouraged to participate actively in shaping your care.
Common Mental Health Challenges We Support in Southbank
Our practitioners have experience supporting people across a broad range of presentations, including:
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 at our Southbank clinic. Medicare rebates do not apply to every counselling session 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 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 plan-managed and self-managed participants only, subject to available funding, clinical suitability and service agreement.
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.
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: 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: 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 Support Around Southbank
Our Southbank clinic is conveniently located for clients from across Melbourne's CBD and inner suburbs. We also provide telehealth psychology services Australia-wide. Clients regularly access our Southbank clinic from:
- Melbourne CBD
- South Melbourne
- Port Melbourne
- St Kilda Road corridor
- Docklands
- Richmond and East Melbourne
- Carlton and North Melbourne
- Fitzroy and Collingwood
For clients located outside the inner city, telehealth psychology is available Australia-wide and removes the need to travel.
Therapy Near Me provides scheduled psychology and counselling appointments and is not a crisis service. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000. For 24/7 crisis support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are in-person appointments available or is this a telehealth-only service?
Both are available. In-person psychology appointments are offered at our clinic in the Southbank precinct, subject to practitioner availability. Telehealth sessions via secure video are also available Australia-wide for clients who prefer to connect remotely or whose schedule makes travel inconvenient. Our intake team can advise on current in-person availability when you enquire.
Do I need a referral or GP letter to make a booking?
No. You can book directly by calling 1800 632 763 or through therapynearme.com.au without a referral. A Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP is required only if you want to access a Medicare rebate and you arrange that separately through your own GP before your sessions begin.
What types of counselling and psychology services are available?
Therapy Near Me offers both registered psychology services and counselling services. Psychology services are provided by AHPRA-registered psychologists. Counselling services are provided by accredited counsellors whose qualifications and scope of practice differ. Our intake team can help identify which type of support is most appropriate for your situation and recommend an available Therapy Near Me practitioner accordingly.
Can NDIS participants use plan funding at this location?
Eligible self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants may be able to use plan funding for sessions at our clinic, where the support is reasonable and necessary, related to their disability support needs, and included under the relevant funding category. Not every session type is automatically fundable. Our intake team can help you understand whether our services align with your plan goals and funding category before you book.
How much does a psychology session cost?
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.
What mental health presentations do you support?
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.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
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.
How soon can I book an appointment?
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 Southbank are subject to individual practitioner availability. Contact our team on 1800 632 763 or book online to check current availability.
Which public mental-health service covers Southbank?
Southbank is within the City of Melbourne catchment served by Royal Melbourne Hospital Mental Health. RMH provides hospital-based and community specialist mental-health services. People seeking a new specialist public referral can call RMH Mental Health Triage on 1300 874 243. Access depends on clinical need, risk, age and service eligibility. In an immediate emergency, call 000 or attend the nearest emergency department.
Can telehealth make accessing psychology easier from Southbank?
Telehealth may help some Southbank residents avoid cross-city travel, parking and time away from work or study. It may also provide a wider choice of practitioners than relying only on clinicians located within the suburb. However, telehealth is not suitable for every person or clinical situation. Privacy at home, technology, assessment requirements, clinical risk and personal preference should be considered.
Do all the statistics on this page apply directly to Southbank?
No. The population, age, language, housing and 6.8% long-term mental-health-condition figures come directly from the ABS Southbank suburb geography. Findings about service utilisation, housing stress, public-system pressure and culturally appropriate care apply to the wider City of Melbourne or NWMPHN region. The $65 out-of-pocket figure applies to Melbourne City SA3 in 2021–22 and is not a current Southbank treatment fee.
Therapy Near Me Southbank
Book an appointment with an experienced, AHPRA-registered Therapy Near Me psychologist in Southbank for personalised mental health care. We provide evidence-based therapy sessions across the Southbank riverside and surrounding areas, offering a supportive environment through both secure telehealth.
- Call 1800 632 763 NEAR ME (free)
- Email: office@therapynearme.com.au
- 1 Southbank Boulevard, Southbank Victoria 3006, Australia
Contact the intake team to ask about current appointment availability.
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