Individual Psychology Therapy

Working with an OMS Psychologist in one-on-one therapy can be a powerful journey of self-discovery, growth, and creating a life that feels more fulfilling.

You may be facing challenges like Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Trauma, Relationship stress, ADHD, Autism, Body image concerns, or Personality disorders. Or perhaps you’re unsure of what’s weighing you down, but you know you need support.

Your therapy journey will be tailored to your needs—whether short-term (around 6-10 sessions), medium-term (about 10-20 sessions), or longer-term (20+ sessions).

In therapy, you’ll work collaboratively with your psychologist to gain deeper insight into your struggles, uncover root causes, and develop strategies to move forward. Beyond just a diagnosis, we focus on what truly matters to you—helping you build lasting, meaningful change.

To get started fill out our enquiry form
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Information about one-on-one Psychology sessions with us.

  • Sessions can be privately funded or some rebates are available with Medicare, DVA, Workcover, TAC, NDIS and Victims of Crime.

  • With a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP you can get up to 10 Sessions rebated per calendar year (1 January - 31 December).

  • Uncertain about what you're eligible for? Ask our team for information on what you might be eligible for.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • We understand that getting started is a daunting process that may feel uncertain. Fill out our enquiry form or call 8104 9965 and we can organise an intake call to help you understand what may best suit your needs.

  • If you are coming from another psychologist outside of Open Minds Studio, No worries. You can bring your original referral over and we will let your GP know you have changed providers.

    If your current OMS Psychologist does not feel like the right fit after a couple of sessions, no worries! We’re happy to match you with another team member to ensure you receive the best possible care.

  • No unless you want to claim a rebate.

    With a referral from you GP you can get a rebate for 1:1, perinatal, family planning, parent-child and DVA psychology sessions.

    However a referral is not needed to get started if you wish to pay the full fee privately.

  • At intake, your medicare, debit/credit card and bank details are collected and stored safely on our system.

    This allows us to process payments and rebates quickly ensuring you get your rebate sooner.

    We do not take cash or have an eftpos system at the clinic for security purposes.

  • We accept Medicare, DVA, TAC, Work cover, Victims of Crime, and Private paying.

    If you wish to make a private health claim, we can send you your paid invoice for your submission with your provider.

  • You are welcome to change or cancel your appointment time up to 72 business hours prior.

    72 business hours or less will incur a 50% cancellation fee.

    Same day cancellations result in the full fee being charged.

    Please head to our policies page for more details.

  • We are in a small suburban house on Keilor road. Look for the large sign out the from of the house that says Open Minds Studio.

    Ensure to walk up the left hand side footpath and you will see our front door. Let yourself in and be seated.

  • Of course, your welcome to have them in session with you or in our waiting area if you feel more comfortable.

  • There is 2 hour street parking out front of the house giving ample time for your session and returning to your car.

    The Route 59 tram also stops within a 1-minute walk of the house.

  • Yes.

    Unsure to mention you would like this options at intake so you are allocated accordingly.

  • If you have a quiet private area to do your psychology session then yes it is suitable.

    If you are worried about prying ears or disturbances from family or work, in person may be more suitable.