Psychologist near me? Wherever you are, the answer is ‘yes’ with telehealth therapy
Are you looking for a psychologist in your local area? With telehealth, the support you need is always within reach.
What COVID taught us about telehealth therapy
Although telehealth therapy has been available in Australia for years, it wasn't until the onset of COVID-19 that its prevalence in our daily lives truly surged.
Four years have passed since the world underwent this transformation, and it's heartening to realise that we once again have the theoretical freedom to choose between in-person or online consultations. However, this theoretical freedom often fails to manifest in reality. Factors like geographical location, work commitments, or family responsibilities can hinder many of us from physically being able to attend appointments.
But isn’t face-to-face therapy better?
Despite the increasing acceptance of online healthcare appointments, there persists a school of thought that in-person visits are inherently superior. Yet, when scrutinising the details, you can see that telehealth offers numerous advantages, such as streamlining the entire process from appointment scheduling to follow-up:
Coordinating the appointment amidst daily life demands
Easy access to a highly qualified and experienced psychologist
Planning for the appointment day
Commuting to and from the appointment
Waiting room time
Consider the daily virtual interactions many of us have via platforms like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, or FaceTime in today's world. Using telehealth services simply aligns with this trend, granting you invaluable time back in your day and alleviating unnecessary disruptions. Reducing distractions is a universal aspiration, and perhaps one of the goals we aim to achieve together!
It’s more than logistics – telehealth therapy achieves results!
Over time, resources have been invested in evaluating the efficacy of telehealth services, with promising results that demonstrate its equivalence to face-to-face therapy. Regardless of your location in Australia or your daily schedule, telehealth is a highly effective means of accessing support services tailored to your needs. All without the logistical burdens associated with “getting to” traditional appointments!
How I can support you, through Be and Become Psychology
If you're seeking professional clinical psychology support tailored to your current circumstances, I'm here to assist. With two decades of experience as a clinical psychologist across a range of mental health areas, I now offer telehealth clinical psychology services through Be and Become Psychology. My approach is personalised, practical and solution-focused, empowering you to set goals and navigate through change with my guidance and support.
If you’re finding yourself grappling with issues and thoughts affecting your mood, behaviour, or relationships, it may be time to take action. With Be and Become Psychology, you can access my telehealth psychology services in a way that is convenient to you. Removing the logistical “who, what, when, where” factors that often delay us making the appointment in the first place, means you can make that booking: "Wherever I am, now."
Appointments are available on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Contact me to find out more information or to make a booking. Check out details of fees and charges, including details of Mental Health Care Plans and self-referrals.