Your questions, answered.
Looking for a psychologist or psychological assessment can come with a lot of questions. Below you’ll find information about appointments, fees, Medicare and NDIS funding, therapy, psychological assessments and what to expect when working with Asiya Psychology.
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Asiya Psychology is located at 194 Prospect Road (Level 1), Prospect SA 5082, in Adelaide’s inner north.
In-person psychology appointments are available from the Prospect consulting rooms, with Telehealth appointments also available where clinically appropriate.
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Yes. Asiya Psychology is currently welcoming new clients for psychological therapy and psychological assessments. There are no current wait times.
Availability can change, so the online booking portal will show current therapy appointment availability. For psychological assessments, please submit an enquiry and we’ll be in touch regarding the next available assessment appointment.
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Asiya Psychology currently has no significant waitlist for therapy, with new client appointments available.
Psychological assessment availability may differ depending on the type of assessment required. Please submit an assessment enquiry for current availability.
As appointment availability can change, getting in touch is the best way to confirm current timeframes.
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No. You can book psychological therapy privately without a referral.
A referral is only required if you would like to claim a Medicare rebate for eligible psychology sessions under a Mental Health Treatment Plan.
You also do not need a GP referral to book a privately funded psychological assessment.
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Therapy appointments can be booked through the secure online booking portal, or by calling/emailing us.
If you are interested in an ADHD, cognitive/IQ or Specific Learning Disorder assessment, please complete the relevant assessment enquiry form so we can make sure the assessment is appropriate for the question you are hoping to answer.
If you’re unsure what to book, you’re welcome to get in touch before making an appointment.
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You don't need to know exactly what you need before getting in touch.
Therapy may be appropriate when you are looking for support with emotional, behavioural, relationship or life difficulties. Psychological assessment is generally used when there is a specific question to explore, such as whether ADHD or a Specific Learning Disorder is present, or to better understand cognitive functioning.
If you're unsure, send through an enquiry and we can help clarify which service may best fit what you're looking for.
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Asiya Psychology provides psychological therapy for children, adolescents and adults.
Adult therapy may include support with anxiety, overthinking, depression and low mood, trauma, attachment and relationship difficulties, emotional regulation, self-esteem, ADHD, stress and life transitions.
Child and adolescent therapy may include support with anxiety, emotional regulation, low mood, ADHD and neurodivergence, friendships, social difficulties, school stress, self-esteem and the challenges that can come with adolescence.
Parent-only appointments are also available where appropriate.
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The first appointment is an opportunity for us to begin understanding what has brought you to therapy and what you would like to get from it.
We'll discuss relevant history, current concerns, what has been happening in your life and any goals or changes you would like to work towards.
You don't need to arrive knowing exactly what to say or having everything figured out. Part of the process is developing that understanding together.
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Yes. Information discussed in psychology sessions is treated as confidential and handled in accordance with professional, ethical and legal requirements.
There are some circumstances in which a psychologist may be required to disclose information, including where there are serious concerns about safety or where disclosure is required by law. Confidentiality and its limits will be explained as part of the consent process.
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Standard individual therapy appointments are 50 minutes. NDIS Therapy sessions are 45 minutes.
This allows time to explore what has brought you to therapy, work towards your goals and develop strategies or insights that can be carried into everyday life.
The frequency of sessions will depend on your individual needs. Many clients begin with weekly or fortnightly appointments, with this reviewed together over time.
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A Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) is usually prepared by your GP. If you’re eligible, your GP can develop a plan and provide a referral that allows you to claim Medicare rebates for psychology sessions.
Eligible referrals under Medicare can also be made through a psychiatrist assessment and management plan, or directly by a psychiatrist or paediatrician.
If you would like to access Medicare rebates, it can be helpful to book a longer appointment with your GP and let them know when booking that you would like to discuss your mental health and whether a Mental Health Care Plan is appropriate for you.
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A Mental Health Care Plan may be available if you are experiencing a mental health condition that would benefit from psychological treatment. This can include difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma-related concerns and a range of other mental health conditions.
Your GP will assess whether a Mental Health Treatment Plan is appropriate for you based on your individual circumstances. You do not necessarily need to have an existing formal diagnosis before speaking with your GP about your mental health.
If eligible, a Mental Health Treatment Plan and valid referral allow you to access Medicare rebates for up to 10 individual mental health treatment sessions per calendar year, subject to Medicare requirements.
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If you haven't found the answer you're looking for, you're welcome to get in touch.
Send through an enquiry with a little information about what you're looking for, and we'll help clarify your options or point you towards the most appropriate service.
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As appointment times are reserved specifically for you, a cancellation policy applies to therapy and assessment appointments.
A minimum of 48 hours is required when cancelling/rescheduling an appointment. If 48 hours notice is not given, aa cancellation fee is applied (<24 hours notice = full session fee | <48 hours notice $150).
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Therapy at Asiya Psychology is collaborative, individualised and evidence-based.
You bring expertise in your own experiences and life; your psychologist brings psychological knowledge, clinical experience and evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Therapy may involve practical strategies for difficulties occurring now, as well as developing a deeper understanding of patterns, beliefs, relationships or experiences that may be contributing to them.
Approaches may include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and trauma-informed approaches.
The approach is selected and adapted according to the individual rather than expecting every person to fit within a single therapy model.
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There is no predetermined number of sessions that is right for everyone.
Some people seek support for a specific difficulty over a relatively brief period, while others choose to engage in longer-term therapy to work with more longstanding or complex patterns.
The frequency and duration of therapy can be discussed together and reviewed as therapy progresses.
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Many clients begin with fortnightly appointments, although frequency depends on your needs, goals, availability and circumstances.
Appointments may become less frequent over time where appropriate.
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Yes. Telehealth psychology appointments are available where clinically appropriate.
Telehealth can provide greater flexibility for adults and some adolescents, particularly when attending the Prospect rooms is difficult. Suitability can be discussed based on individual circumstances.
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Parent involvement depends on the child's age, developmental needs, presenting concerns and goals for therapy.
For younger children, parent involvement can be an important part of therapy. For adolescents, having an appropriate level of privacy can be important for developing a trusting therapeutic relationship.
The level of parent involvement can be discussed at the beginning of therapy and reviewed as needed.
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Yes. Parent-only sessions are available.
These sessions can be useful for understanding your child's emotional or behavioural needs, developing parenting strategies, strengthening connection, navigating boundaries and considering how best to support your child outside the therapy room.
Parent sessions may occur alongside a child's individual therapy or independently where appropriate.
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The standard fee for a psychological therapy appointment is $260, the Medicare rebate is $101.55, making the out-of-pocket cost $158.45
Saturday sessions incur a $20 after-hours fee.
Different fees apply for NDIS-funded services and psychological assessments. Please refer to the Fees & Funding page for current information.
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Eligible clients may be able to receive Medicare rebates for psychological therapy under a Mental Health Treatment Plan and valid referral from their GP or another eligible referring practitioner.
Medicare-funded mental health treatment allows eligible clients to access rebates for up to 10 individual psychology sessions per calendar year, subject to Medicare requirements and appropriate referrals.
The full appointment fee is payable, with the applicable Medicare rebate reducing your overall out-of-pocket cost.
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Possibly. If your private health insurance policy includes psychology extras, you may be eligible for a rebate for privately funded psychology appointments.
The amount you can claim depends on your insurer and level of cover, so we recommend checking directly with your private health fund.
A referral is not required for privately funded appointments.
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Yes. Asiya Psychology welcomes self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants where psychology is an appropriate support within the participant's plan.
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Psychological assessments offered by Asiya Psychology are privately funded and are not eligible for a Medicare rebate.
NDIS funding may be available for some assessments where appropriate and consistent with an individual's plan.
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No. You can enquire about or book a privately funded psychological assessment without a referral.
However, if another professional such as a GP, paediatrician, psychiatrist, school or allied health practitioner has recommended assessment, any relevant referral information or previous reports can be useful in helping us understand the assessment question.
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An assessment can still provide valuable information even when diagnostic criteria are not met.
The feedback process will explain what the assessment identified, factors that may better account for the difficulties being experienced, areas of strength or difficulty and recommendations for what may be helpful next.
The purpose of assessment is not to find a diagnosis at all costs — it is to develop the most accurate and useful understanding of the information available.
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Can’t find what you’re looking for, or not quite sure where to start? You’re welcome to get in touch. Send through an enquiry below and we’ll be happy to answer your questions and help you work out the next step.
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