Psychological Services in Frankston: At-Home and Telehealth
Therapy Near Me provides trusted psychology, counselling, NDIS-funded therapy, behaviour support, and social work in Frankston, with a particular focus on children and families. At-home visits (subject to practitioner availability) and telehealth Australia-wide.
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Mental Health Support in Frankston
Therapy Near Me provides NDIS-funded therapy, psychology, counselling, behaviour support, and social work in Frankston, with services specifically designed around children and families as well as adults. At-home visits bring practitioners directly to your home, and telehealth offers flexible access for the whole bayside and Peninsula gateway region. Our behaviour support team works with eligible NDIS participants on Functional Behaviour Assessments and Positive Behaviour Support Plans. Our practitioners support children, adolescents, adults, and NDIS participants across a broad range of presentations. Availability is confirmed during intake.
Available: Telehealth Australia-wide. across Frankston and the bayside south-east, subject to practitioner’s 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 Frankston
Frankston is a major service centre in Melbourne’s outer south and a gateway to the Mornington Peninsula. The 2021 Census recorded 37,331 residents in the suburb, with a median age of 39. Housing and household circumstances are relevant to how some residents access care: 39.1% of occupied private dwellings were rented, 33.9% were lone-person households and 8.8% had no registered motor vehicle.
The strongest direct suburb-level mental-health indicator comes from the 2021 Census. It recorded 5,119 Frankston residents, or 13.7% of the population, reporting a long-term mental-health condition including depression or anxiety. This is a self-reported long-term-condition measure rather than the total prevalence of mental illness. It may not include undiagnosed, temporary or emerging difficulties and should not be presented as a current diagnostic rate.
More recent service-use evidence is available for the wider City of Frankston. During 2024-25, 11,512 active general-practice patients with a mental-health diagnosis accessed care in the municipality, according to South Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network data. Frankston LGA was also associated with 2,166 mental-health-related emergency-department presentations during that financial year. These figures apply to the council area and participating service datasets, not specifically to Frankston suburb. They do not establish a local psychologist shortage or average waiting time.
Telehealth may help some Frankston residents reduce travel and parking requirements or attend appointments around employment, disability, childcare and caring responsibilities. It may also be practical for households without access to a vehicle. Telehealth is not appropriate for every person or clinical situation and does not replace urgent assessment, specialist public treatment or hospital care.
Public pathways include Bayside Health Peninsula’s 24-hour Mental Health Telephone Triage, Peninsula University Hospital and the Frankston Mental Health and Wellbeing Local. Young people aged 12-25 may also contact headspace Frankston. Therapy Near Me provides scheduled private services and 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 Frankston
Our team provides evidence-based psychology and counselling across a broad range of presentations. At-home visits are available across Frankston 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 Frankston
Our practitioners have experience supporting individuals across a broad range of presentations common in Frankston 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 Frankston
Therapy Near Me provides telehealth psychology Australia-wide and at-home visits across Frankston and surrounding areas, subject to practitioner availability:
- Frankston
- Frankston South
- Frankston North
- Seaford
- Carrum Downs
- Langwarrin
- Skye
- Karingal
- Pearcedale via telehealth
- Somerville via at-home
- Cranbourne via telehealth
- Mount Eliza via telehealth
Telehealth sessions are available Australia-wide, so clients anywhere in Victoria or beyond can access psychology services without needing to travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you provide NDIS-funded therapy in Frankston?
Yes. Eligible NDIS participants may be able to use plan funding for psychology, behaviour support, or social work where the support is reasonable and necessary and included under the relevant funding category. Therapy Near Me supports self-managed and plan-managed participants.
Do I need a GP referral to book?
No. You can book directly at therapynearme.com.au or by calling 1800 632 763. A GP Mental Health Treatment Plan or eligible referral is required only if you want to claim Medicare rebates.
Do you provide NDIS behaviour support in Frankston?
Yes. Therapy Near Me provides Functional Behaviour Assessments and Positive Behaviour Support Plans for eligible NDIS participants in Frankston and surrounding suburbs, delivered at-home or via telehealth.
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 Seaford, Carrum Downs, or Langwarrin access services?
Yes. At-home visits cover Frankston and surrounding suburbs including Seaford, Carrum Downs, Langwarrin, and Skye, subject to practitioner availability. Telehealth is available Australia-wide.
Which public mental-health services cover Frankston?
Bayside Health Peninsula provides specialist public mental-health services for Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula. Its Mental Health Telephone Triage service operates 24 hours a day on 1300 792 977 and can assess the situation, provide advice or direct a person to an appropriate service. Urgent in-person assessment is available through Peninsula University Hospital. Adults aged 26 and over may also be eligible for free community-based support through the Frankston Mental Health and Wellbeing Local.
Do the mental-health statistics on this page apply specifically to Frankston?
The Census finding that 5,119 residents reported a long-term mental-health condition applies directly to the Frankston suburb boundary. The rental, lone-person household and motor-vehicle findings also apply to the suburb. The recent population estimate applies to Frankston SA2, while general-practice and emergency-presentation figures apply to the whole City of Frankston. Service-access and workforce findings from the Health Needs Assessment generally apply to the wider South Eastern Melbourne Primary Health Network region.
Can telehealth help Frankston residents access mental-health care?
Telehealth may reduce travel and parking requirements and can assist people arranging appointments around work, disability, childcare or caring responsibilities. It may also be useful for residents without reliable access to a private vehicle. A suitable private location and reliable telephone or internet connection are normally required. Telehealth is not appropriate for every person or clinical situation and is not an emergency service.
Therapy Near Me Frankston, VIC
AHPRA-registered psychologists in Frankston for personalized mental health care. We offer evidence-based therapy sessions across the Frankston CBD and surrounding suburbs, providing a supportive environment through secure telehealth.
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