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  What you should know about NDIS? The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a step taken by Australian Government to help to empower individuals with a disability. Overseen by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), Australians under the age of 65 year can apply for NDIS funding.   The NDIS considers   physical   disabilities as well as social, cognitive, sensory, and intellectual disability. The NDIS aims to help everyone to lead the satisfied life.   What is the role of a psychologist under the NDIS?   A NDIS psychologist can help individuals under the NDIS to increase their daily living tasks, improve their mood, and self- esteem, as well as reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression to further increase their participation in their local community. Our psychologists work collaboratively with each individual to explore proven strategies that will help lead to life satisfaction. A...

  What is a workplace Psychologist? A workplace psychologist works with employees to manage a variety of issues that affect wellbeing and mental health. Most jobs will involve some increased stress at various points of time due to a range of factors either within the workplace or outside pressures, however, speaking to a workplace psychologist allows you to adopt a range of proven strategies to help overcome mental health difficulties and struggles within the workplace and to live a balanced life. It has been found that occupational stress can result in significant problems for an individual's health and increase the risk of anxiety and mood-related problems when it reaches an excessive or chronic level. It is important to ensure you reach out for support early on to ensure you receive the best clinical outcome with your psychologist. Signs you may need benefit from seeing a workplace psychologist? Noticing poor physical conditions, safety issues, unrealistic deadlines, long hours...

Firstly, let's start by defining what is a Telehealth Psychologist ? Telehealth is a service delivered via video conference or phone to allow for a visual and audio link between the client and the Online Psychologist (usually within Australia). If you are seeing a Psychologist that is registered with the ‘Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency’ (AHPRA), this is usually within Australia.  What does research show about seeing a Telehealth Psychologist that is usually available for Online consultations Australia wide?  Research has supported that seeing a psychologist online is as effective as face-to-face therapy sessions. Yes, that is correct. Studies have found that therapy via phone or video connection is similar to in-person sessions with a Psychologist.  In fact, up-to date findings have indicated that the outcomes of telepractice is similar to in-person delivery. The research specifically shows that the working alliance, commonly defined as the ‘therapeuti...

Below we have explored some important factors to be considered, when looking for the best Melbourne Psychologist for your individual needs.  First, we explore why individuals start to look for a psychologist that is best suited for their needs. Studies suggest that one out of every five Australians experience some symptoms of mental illnesses within their lifetime. While some individuals may benefit from pharmacological treatment prescribed by their General Practitioner or a Psychiatrist, some prefer to explore talk therapy as a first point of call.  Research has also found for severe levels of depression and anxiety, talk therapy is most effective adjunct to pharmacological treatment. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) in particular, has been found as level-one treatment for depression and anxiety adjunct to prescribed medication. The medication at times can work to increase the individual’s level of engagement within session, as well as to maintain necessary activities and ...