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When should I consult a psychologist?

How is treatment conducted?

Membership, Training and Qualifications

Treatment cost, eligibility for rebates

Your rights and Confidentiality

When should I consult a psychologist?

People consult psychologists for many reasons including:

  • Marital and family problems
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Panic attacks
  • Stress and tension
  • Sexual difficulties
  • Sleep difficulties
  • Trauma
  • Unresolved grief
  • Fears and phobias
  • Shyness
  • Pain problems
  • Eating and weight problems
  • Smoking
  • Drugs and addictions
  • Children’s learning, behaviour management
  • Coming to terms with divorce
  • Disability issues
  • Migraine and headaches
  • Hypertension
  • Child bedwetting and tantrums
People also consult psychologists to improve areas in their life, to make good relationships better, to learn how to become better parent, for personal growth and career planning, to improve sports performance, and other areas of achievement in personal potential.