At Daily Growth Psychology we understand that sometimes you might be running late to your appointment. Significant reduction in the session length might resulted in a poor service experience. To ensure service quality, the session will be automatically cancelled if the client is more than 15 minutes late. Please contact us as soon as practical to cancel or reschedule your appointment. The following fees may apply to your next appointment, depending on your circumstances. We request a minimum of three days notice, so that we can attempt to contact those on the waitlist and reallocate your session time.​ Non-attendance and no reason provided: Full Session Fee Less than 24 hours (1 Day) notice: $140 24 - 48 hours (2 Days) notice: $90 48 - 72 hours (3 Days) notice: $40

Registered Psychologists mainly support individuals through counselling and assessments, however they can also assist through running intervention groups, professional learning and consultation with stakeholders. They use their training and experience to help not just with mental health related concerns, but also to support individual's identity (e.g. Autism Spectrum, Gender, Sexual), behaviour (e.g. ADHD), learning needs (e.g. Specific Learning Disorder) and disabilities (e.g. Intellectual Developmental Disorder) whilst supporting their ability to work towards personal goals. Psychologists cannot prescribe medication. Sessions with a psychologist usually last 50 minutes to 1 hour and may happen weekly, fortnightly, or monthly. Psychiatrists have first trained as medical doctors. They mostly focus on prescribing and managing medication to support individuals with their mental health needs. Their appointments are usually shorter and less frequent, and mainly focus on how the medication is working.

At Daily Growth Clinic, neuro-affirming practice is a cornerstone of our therapy and assessment services. We understand that each individual is unique, and our evidence-based approach is tailored to support their person needs. This approach not only respects neurological diversity but also encourages a more inclusive mindset in broader educational and social contexts. Neuro-affirming practice acknowledges and respects the diverse neurological makeups of individuals, particularly in how they experience and interact with the world. This practice emphasizes validating clients' unique ways of processing information and experiences, rather than attempting to change or "normalize" their behaviours.

The Australian Psychological Society recommended fee for a standard psychological consultation of 45-60 minutes is $311. The Australian Association of Psychologists Incorporated recommended fee is $315. At Daily Growth Psychology, we understand that these costs can often be a barrier for accessing support. For this reason, individuals who have a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP) referral from their General Practitioner (G.P) created in the last 12 months are eligible for their first session to be bulk-billed (no out of pocket cost). A second counselling session may also be bulk-billed for individuals who have a valid Concession or Student card. For NDIS self-managed clients, a payment of $222.99 will be charged for the first session (no out of pocket cost). Subsequent sessions are charged at $260 per hour, with a Medicare rebate available of $96.65 ($163.35 out of pocket or $37.01 for NDIS clients). Fees are charged on the day of appointment. Sessions run for 50-60 minutes in most cases. We work with individuals of all ages.

At Daily Growth Psychology, our goal is to make you feel as comfortable and supported as possible. During the session, we will take the time to get to know you and your reasons for attending. By gathering background information, we will explore any specific concerns or issues you wish to address, and goals for future sessions. By the end of the session, you will have a clearer understanding of the next steps and the strategies that will be implemented to support your progress. We provide you with some initial recommendations and a plan for moving forward, including any follow-up sessions, activities, or resources that may be beneficial.

No, a Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP) is not required to book sessions - in this case, private fees apply. However, in order for Daily Growth Psychology to bulk-bill your first and possibly second counselling/consultation appointment, you will need to book a long consultation with your GP to discuss your mental health needs. The GP will assess your situation and, if appropriate, create a MHTP before referring you to a psychologist or other mental health accredited professional. Anyone with a diagnosed mental health condition (e.g., anxiety, depression, trauma-related difficulties) may be eligible. It outlines your mental health needs, treatment goals, and the type of support and services that may help you. You may then be eligible to receive rebates for up to 10 individual and 10 group sessions per calendar year. This MHTP will be reviewed by your GP (usually after the first 6 sessions) to check your progress and adjust your support if needed.

At Daily Growth Psychology, assessment sessions incur private fees and are not bulk billed. We charge a flat rate of $360 per 60 minutes of contact with the client, with a $100 per 30 min consultation fee (i.e. for interactions with external stakeholders to collect background information). After understanding your reasons for referral, a personalised quote with a breakdown of costs is generated and provided before the intake session. The total package fees are inclusive of any questionnaires and assessment materials, and a comprehensive report which is written and included at no additional cost. Please visit our 'Assessment Packages' page to learn more about various packages on offer, then contact us to request a specific quote which meets your needs.

Once your first appointment has been confirmed, and a tentative assessment plan is agreed upon. A consent form, along with a developmental history questionnaire is requested for completion. Your assessment will take place over several sessions, which are spaced a few weeks apart. The number and length of sessions depend on the concerns raised and your reasons for referral. Please allow for 15 to 30 minutes after your allocated session time, in case it goes a bit longer. This might happen if a break is needed or more information is needed. In the first meeting with your Psychologist, you will be asked questions about your experiences. Topics may include birth and childhood development, culture and identity, social interactions, language and communication, educational history, emotional responses, coping strategies, daily routines, attention and focus, repetitive behaviours (such as stimming), personal interests, and how you respond to sensory input. Additional behavioural questionnaires may also be requested depending on the nature of the concerns raised. This information will allow your Psychologist to gather detailed understanding of your current presentation, and how it may align with the DSM-5-TR criteria (if appropriate). Once all assessment sessions are complete, your Psychologist will organise a feedback session (typically 4 weeks post) and a comprehensive report will be written and included at no additional charge. This report will contain an analysis of the assessment, observations, interview, and background information, and the DSM-5:TR has been met (if appropriate). The final feedback session will involve a discussion of recommendations, and next steps, along with resources to better support your unique strengths and challenges moving forward.

Psychologists can assess and diagnose ADHD, but they cannot prescribe medication. If you want to try medication after getting a diagnosis, you will need to see a Psychiatrist. Some Psychiatrists may want to do their own assessment before giving medication, even if you already have a diagnosis from a Psychologist. Others may accept the Psychologist’s diagnosis—but this is not always guaranteed. GPs cannot prescribe stimulant medication unless a psychiatrist has seen you first. After that, your GP may be able to manage your medication, but only if the Psychiatrist gives them a letter or report recommending it. If you do not already have a Psychiatrist and are thinking about medication, it might be easier to see a Psychiatrist first. This could save you time and money by avoiding a second assessment. Seeing a Psychologist for an ADHD assessment can still be very helpful. These assessments give a detailed understanding of your strengths and challenges, including recommendations for support and referral pathways.