FAQs

Yes, I do see adults and I am qualified and experienced to provide clinical psychological therapy to adults. It may be helpful to know that I work within a practice that is child and adolescent focused (i.e. rooms are large to accomodate multiple people, there are lots of child-based games and activities in the room), however the support I provide is tailored uniquely to the person sitting before me.

Please contact me for information about session fees.

With a referral for a Mental Health Treatment Plan from a GP or a referral from the paediatrician or psychiatrist you can access a rebate of $141.85 per session under Medicare for ten sessions per calendar year.

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Payment is processed automatically via credit card at the time of the appointment.

No, you don’t need a referral from your GP to book an appointment and see a psychologist.

However, if you wish to access the Medicare rebate you will need to see your GP to obtain a Mental Health Treatment Plan or a referral letter from the paediatrician or psychiatrist providing support to the child/adolescent.

If you have private health insurance some providers offer a rebate to see a psychologist, please check with your fund to see if they offer rebates for psychological services. Note that you cannot claim from Medicare and your health fund for the same consultation.

Yes, face to face appointments are from the rooms in Bondi Junction and telehealth appointments are available for adolescents, adults and parents as needed.

The information you share in session remains confidential and can only be released with your written and signed informed consent. This may include, for example, in liaising with other clinicians or agencies involved in your child’s care (e.g. GPs, paediatricians, psychiatrists, school staff, etc.).

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Please note that in certain circumstances psychologists are required by law to share information. These circumstances include:

• If there is a risk to the safety or wellbeing of yourself or others

• If the information is subpoenaed by a court of law

• If the information is legally required to be reported to authorities

Appointments cancelled or rescheduled within 48 hours incur a 50% cancellation fee, and if cancelled/rescheduled within 24 hours or not attended 100% of the session fee is due.

Please note that Medicare rebates cannot be accessed for these fees.

The goal of the first therapy session is to arrive at a shared understanding of the difficulties you or your child are experiencing, what you’d like to focus on in sessions and what your goals are for therapy.

Child/adolescent therapy: The first session will be a parent-only appointment where I will be asking a range of questions to begin to develop my understanding of your child within a broad, holistic context. This will include questions about your child's interests and strengths, their developmental history and their current functioning (e.g. at school, friendships, community etc.). I will also ask questions about members of the immediate family, relationships within the family, and I will you invite you to share about each parent’s own and family background. I will provide a space for you to share the concerns or questions you are wondering about that led you to seek support.

Adult therapy: In the first session we’ll spend some time exploring what has brought you to therapy. I’ll ask a range of questions to help me understand your current concerns and experience, your background, and what your hopes are for our sessions. We’ll do this at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

For all clients, these early sessions are a chance for you to get a sense of whether I’m the right fit for you. Research shows that at least 30% of the outcomes of therapy are attributed to the therapeutic alliance, so it's important you find someone you feel comfortable with.

If you are in an emergency call 000 or present to your nearest Emergency Department.

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If you are in need of urgent mental health support call:

• Lifeline 13 11 14 (or text 0477 13 11 14)

• Beyond Blue 1300 22 46 36

• Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800

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If you have acute mental health concerns you can also call the Mental Health Telephone Access Line on 1800 011 511 for mental health advice and recommendations for appropriate care, which may include a referral to community mental health support if eligible.

I practice in rooms which are located within The Family Den psychology practice (Garber Psychology is an independent practice from The Family Den). The address is Suite 304, Level 3, 3 Waverley Street Bondi Junction.

Parking is available in the Westfield Bondi Junction car park (2 hours free, up to 4 hours free parking with the Westfield app).

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The building is located less than five minutes walk away from the Bondi Junction bus and train interchange, and there are bus stops on Oxford St just a minute's walk away from the building.

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There is a ramp to enter the building and lift access to the rooms.