Psychological Assistance and Counselling
Bariatric Patient Support and Assessment
www.psychologicalservicesgroup.com.au
Welcome to our online appointment diary - we hope you find it simple to use. Scroll down to go straight to the scheduling page if you're already familiar with using it. Should you require further information, would like to discuss your referral or eligibility for a concession rate, make an appointment over the phone, or have general enquiries, please call 03) 8528 6700, or visit our website. If you are unsure which appointment type you should choose, however prefer to book online, please select an appointment for "Psychological Assistance" and we'll discuss your needs at your initial appointment.
*COVID-19 UPDATE: Classed as an essential service, PSG is still open and operating and offering in person consultations. Due to the ever-changing status of COVID-19 please check www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus for current advice. Face masks may be required for entry to all our clinics but may be removed in session pending exemptions and relevant restrictions. If you are considered vulnerable due to coronavirus concerns, unwell with cough, cold, or flu symptoms in any way, self-isolating or preferring to stay home, you are invited to schedule a Telehealth consultation. All of our psychologists provide Telehealth psychological therapy.
Telehealth appointment options include:
-Telehealth Counselling appointments with a GP referral are billed a gap payment only of $85.00, private fee appointments are billed at the standard fee of $170. Private fee appointments may be eligible for rebate via your private health insurance.
-Telehealth General Psychological Assistance - Counselling appointments are billed at the standard fee of $170, a concession fee may be available in exceptional circumstances. Clients with a current Mental Health Treatment Plan receive a rebate of $88.25. Private fee appointments may be eligible for rebate via your private health insurance.
-Telehealth Clinical Psychological Assistance appointments are billed at either the standard fee of $200, a concession fee may be available in exceptional circumstances. Clients with a current Mental Health Treatment Plan receive a rebate of $129.55. Private fee appointments may be eligible for rebate via your private health insurance.
-Telehealth Preoperative Assessment appointments are for clients considering bariatric surgery and billed at the assessment fee of $250 which includes a report for your surgeon
In Person Counselling options include:
- Counselling appointments with a GP referral are billed a gap payment only of $85.00, private fee appointments are billed at the standard fee of $170. Private fee appointments may be eligible for rebate via your private health insurance.
- General Psychological Assistance appointments are billed at either the standard fee of $170, a concession fee may be available in exceptional circumstances. Clients with a current Mental Health Treatment Plan receive a rebate of $88.25.
- Clinical Psychological Assistance appointments are billed at either the standard fee of $200, a concession fee may be available in exceptional circumstances. Clients with a current Mental Health Treatment Plan receive a rebate of $129.55.
- Preoperative Assessment appointments are for clients considering bariatric surgery and billed at the assessment fee of $250 which includes a report for your surgeon
In person counselling locations include:
HOBSON'S BAY SPECIALIST CENTRE, 93 Ferguson St, Williamstown 3016
GUARDIAN MEDICAL SANCTUARY LAKES, shop 33/300 Point Cook Rd, Point Cook 3030
QUALITY CARE SPECIALISTS, 34-36 Mephan St, Maribyrnong 3032
Counselling, location and schedules:
Dr Riham Abousennah, Provisional Psychologist
POINT COOK - Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays
General Psychologists, locations and schedules:
Ms Natasha Jeremiejczyk, Principal Psychologist
WILLIAMSTOWN - Mondays, Tuesday afternoons and fortnightly Saturdays
POINT COOK - Wednesdays
MARIBYRNONG - Thursdays
Dr Lyn O'Grady, Psychologist and Parenting Therapist
WILLIAMSTOWN - fortnightly Saturdays and Tuesdays as available
Ms Patricia Gallagher
POINT COOK - Thursdays
MARIBYRNONG - Fridays
Ms Jodie Cigaji
MARIBYRNONG - Mondays and Tuesdays
Clinical Psychologists, locations and schedules:
Ms Tara Griffin
TELEHEALTH only - Mondays to Fridays
Ms Kim Willcox
POINT COOK - Tuesdays
WILLIAMSTOWN - Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
Mr Grey Searle* please ring for appointments
MARIBYRNONG
If you have any questions or concerns, please ring PSG reception on 03) 8528 6700, or visit our website for more information.
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