Hi, I am Jade 

Im a Senior Registered Psychologist local to Melbourne.  I have more than 11 years of clinical experience working with evidence-based therapy to help adolescents and adults. 

 

I prioritise working collaboratively with you, to ensure that your personal goals and presenting concerns guide our work together. I value creating therapeutic relationships built on trustopenness and humour, to ensure you find our sessions rewarding and meaningful. 

 

Work with me

Make an Appointment

Please use the contact us form below and we will get back to you within 24 hours. 

Telehealth

Telehealth provides the convenience of having therapy from the comfort of your own couch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Presenting concerns

We treat and support a range of presentations including: 

  •  Anxiety and Depression
  • Stress and Burnout 
  • PTSD and Complex Trauma
  • Attachment and Relationship Challenges
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) 
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Identity Concerns and Low Self Esteem
  • Communication and Assertiveness 

Therapeutic framework

I am trained in a range of therapeutic foundations including:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT);
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (Certified Instructor - Oxford Mindfulness Centre);  
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT);  
  • Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT);  
  • Schema Therapy; 
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

How long are the therapy sessions?

Our therapy sessions typically last for 50 minutes.

Fees

$240 - 50 minute appointment 

After hours appointments incur a $20 surcharge (before 9am and after 6pm, Saturdays and Public Holidays). 

Concession rates are available for students (please contact us for more information). 

Cancellation fee

Each appointment requires 48 hours notice to cancel or reschedule your appointments. 

All cancellations made within 48 hours of the appointment time will incur a $115 cancellation fee. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the appointment time will incur a full fee of $240. 

Payments

The psychologist will process your payment via our secure online payment system, Halaxy (read more about security here). It is a requirement to enter your card details into our secure online system when you complete your intake form before attending your initial appointment.

Rebates and Funding

Medicare Rebate:

To  claim Medicare rebates for sessions you will need a referral from your General Practitioner. 

 

A Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) will provide you with a Medicare rebate of $96.65 per session with a registered psychologist. The MHCP will provide you with a rebate for up to 10 sessions per year. 

 

We process the medicare rebate on behalf of you after the session has been paid for. You should receive the rebate within 1-3 business days on your nominated debit card with Medicare.

Rebates are available for telephone, online and face-to-face appointments. For further information, please see here: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-treatment-plan 

Private Health:

Private health insurance which include psychology may provide a rebate. You will be provided with an invoice, which can be shared with your insurance provider. 

 

Other Funding Providers: 

Please reach out to our team to inquire about third party funding. We do not currently accept Work Safe or TAC funding.

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancellation fee

Each appointment requires 48 hours notice to cancel or reschedule your appointments. 

All cancellations made within 48 hours of the appointment time will incur a $115 cancellation fee. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the appointment time will incur a full fee of $240. 

Do you offer online counseling services?

Yes, we offer online video consultation (Australia wide) and in person consultation (Melbourne CBD). 

How to make an appointment

To schedule an 50 min appointment,  fill out the contact form below. We will reach out to you shortly to discuss your needs and confirm your booking.

Languages

English and Portuguese.

Emergency

Please be aware that we are not an emergency service.

If you are feeling vulnerable and distressed, we urge you to contact your local GP and/or Lifeline 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636. If you feel you may harm yourself, you need to go to your local hospital’s emergency department or contact Emergency Services at 000.

Contact us

Please reach out and I'll get back to you within 24 hoursIntroduce yourself and let us know your preferred form of contact. 




Location

Melbourne CBD and Telehealth Australia-wide
Australia

E: info@jadearaujopsych.com