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Read with intentionDepression lifts — with the right help.
When everything feels heavy and grey, getting started is the hardest part. Evidence-based therapy with a psychologist who gets it — in Parramatta or online, usually within one business day.
Depression doesn't always look like sadness.
Sometimes it's numbness, irritability, or just going through the motions. You don't need to tick every box — or any box — to reach out.
- The things you used to enjoy feel flat, distant, or like too much effort.
- Getting out of bed, showering, or replying to a message feels enormous.
- You're exhausted no matter how much you sleep — or you can't sleep at all.
- A harsh inner voice tells you you're failing, or that you're a burden.
- You're more irritable or tearful than usual, and small things tip you over.
- It's hard to concentrate, decide, or remember things that used to be easy.
- Your appetite has changed, and food is either joyless or a comfort you reach for.
- You've been told to "snap out of it," and it has never once helped.
If this has lasted more than a couple of weeks, that's reason enough. Depression is highly treatable — and reaching out when it feels hardest is the bravest, most useful thing you can do.
Evidence-based, tailored to you.
There's no single treatment for depression. Your psychologist draws on the approaches with the strongest evidence for your situation — and explains the reasoning as you go.
CBT
Cognitive behaviour therapy — untangling the harsh, hopeless thinking that feeds low mood, and building more balanced views.
Behavioural activation
Gently rebuilding activity and small wins, because with depression, action comes before motivation — not after it.
ACT
Acceptance and commitment therapy — making room for difficult feelings while moving toward what matters to you.
IPT
Interpersonal therapy — working through the relationships, roles and losses that so often sit underneath depression.
Many people notice progress within the first few sessions. We review your goals together regularly, so you always know where therapy is heading — and you can pause or stop at any time.
Your first weeks, step by step.
No surprises, no pressure. Here's how the early sessions usually unfold.
Mostly a conversation
Your psychologist asks what's been happening and what you'd like to change. You only go as far as you're comfortable, and together you'll sketch a plan.
Understanding your low mood
You'll map what lifts and lowers your mood, the patterns keeping you stuck, and gentle first steps — then build small, doable changes between sessions.
Reviewing together
Progress is checked against your goals, not a fixed program. Some people come for six sessions, others longer — it's always your call, made with clear information.
Know your costs before you start.
We confirm your fee and any rebate in writing before your first session. If a funding body covers you, we bill them directly wherever possible.
See the full fee schedule- Medicare: rebates on up to 10 sessions a year with a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP.
- NDIS, DVA, Workers Comp & CTP: usually no out-of-pocket cost when approved.
- Private health: claim through your extras cover, with no referral needed.
Psychologists who work with depression.
Things people ask before booking.
Do I need a referral to start?
What if I don't have the energy for therapy?
Is telehealth as good as coming in?
Will I need medication as well?
What if I can't put into words what's wrong?
The hardest step is the first one.
When the energy isn’t there, we keep it simple. Tell us what’s going on and we’ll match you with the right psychologist — usually within one business day.
Let’s get you matched.
No referral needed to begin. Medicare rebates apply with a Mental Health Treatment Plan.
Thanks — we'll call you back within one business day. If it's time-sensitive, call us on 1300 084 200.
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