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Psychotherapy, often referred to as “talk therapy,” is a method for treating psychological problems by talking with a mental health professional. Through discussion, psychologists can help identify your troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviours and help you to change them for the better.
Here at Masterpiece Psychology, we use a variety of psychotherapeutic techniques to assist you to develop and grow.
Psychotherapy works by creating a supportive environment that allows you to talk openly with a qualified professional who is objective, neutral, and non-judgmental. Here at Masterpiece Psychology, you and your therapist will work together to identify and change your thought and behaviour patterns that are keeping you from feeling your best.
The process typically involves the following steps:
This first step is to discuss your concerns, symptoms, and goals for therapy. We may ask about your personal history and background to better understand your situation.
A key part of psychotherapy is developing a trusting and collaborative relationship with your therapist. In this step, we aim to build rapport with you so you can feel a sense of safety where you can share your thoughts and feelings openly.
You and your therapist identify specific issues you want to work on. These could be specific problems like anxiety or depression, or broader life issues. Together, we’ll set goals for what you want to achieve through therapy.
Throughout our discussions, we’ll explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. We’ll help you gain insight into your experiences and how they can affect your current life.
Psychotherapy also involves learning new coping strategies and skills. We’ll teach you these important skills so you can deal with unhelpful thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. We’ll also teach you how you can apply these new strategies and skills in real-life situations. This might involve homework assignments or practising new behaviours and thought patterns between sessions.
Regularly, you and your therapist will review your progress and make adjustments to the therapy plan as needed. We’ll ensure that the therapy remains aligned with your goals.
Once your goals are met, or you've developed sufficient skills to cope with your challenges independently, the therapy typically concludes. In this phase, we’ll discuss how to maintain and continue the progress you've made.
Keep in mind that the effectiveness of psychotherapy will depend on your willingness to engage in the process. It’s a collaborative effort where we guide and support you, but the significant work of change happens both in and outside the therapy sessions.
Here at Masterpiece Psychology, we’ll design a treatment plan that includes different types of psychotherapy and other evidence-based methods to address your challenges and help you have a great quality of life.
Psychotherapy techniques like cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) will help in identifying and challenging your irrational fears and worries.
As your psychologist, we’ll help you understand what triggers these anxieties and teach you relaxation and coping strategies so you can face your most feared situations in a controlled manner.
Psychotherapy methods such as trauma-focused CBT or EMDR are used to help you process and integrate traumatic experiences to reduce their emotional impact.
Here at Masterpiece Psychology, we’ll provide a safe space to explore and process your traumatic events. Using specialised techniques, we’ll help you deal with these distressing memories, and support you in rebuilding your sense of safety and trust.
In psychotherapy, we understand each individual’s unique strengths and challenges. We then use behavioural strategies to manage specific symptoms.
By the end of the treatment plan, we aim to develop social and communication skills, and provide you support in managing any associated anxiety or mood issues.
Cognitive-behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) is a psychotherapy approach that is particularly effective in changing beliefs about sleep and establishing healthy sleep habits.
We assist in identifying and modifying your behaviours and thoughts that are contributing to sleep problems and guide you in implementing effective sleep practices.
Psychotherapy can help change the perception of pain. Mindfulness-based stress reduction is also effective in managing the emotional aspects of pain.
Our goal here in Masterpiece Psychology is to help you address any related emotional issues and work on strategies to manage the impact of pain on your life so you can improve your overall quality of life.
Book an appointment with us so we can figure out your needs and find the best psychologist for you.
We offer a range of evidence-based, drug-free treatments for anxiety , trauma, neurodiversity, poor sleep and chronic pain.
Masterpiece Psychology was founded by Renee Mill, a clinical psychologist and occupational therapist with 40 years of clinical experience. She is a dedicated researcher on anxiety solutions.
She has written three books and a treatment manual on anxiety and has presented to various
organisations and media outlets.
Renee has handpicked her team of highly qualified
psychologists, psychotherapists, and hypnotherapists
and guarantees you will receive quality services and
professionalism.
From our practitioners to our reception staff, the whole team is empathic and supportive to ensure that you feel understood and cared for throughout your therapy journey.
Our psychologists have varying fees that can suit every budget. This allows us to help more people of all ages and from all walks of life.
Choose sessions that best fit your schedules and preferences. We can help you even if you live in far locations, have mobility issues, or prefer the comfort of your own home.
Location: Suite 18, Level 3, Edgecliff Mews, 201 New South Head Rd, Edgecliff NSW 2027
Public Transportation: Masterpiece Psychology is only a 1-minute walk from Edgecliff Station. Several bus routes go past the offices of Masterpiece Psychology.
Parking: On-street parking is available, and paid parking stations are nearby.
In order to remove symptoms of anxiety, pain, and trauma, one needs to unwire old neural pathways and rewire the brain with new, functional pathways. Traditional counselling does not do this. That is why we have introduced up to date, evidence technologies to facilitate this and supplement conventional treatments.
At Masterpiece Psychology we see our clients as individuals with needs, with a voice and with concerns. We take our time to get to know you so that we do not simply provide a one-size-fits-all solution.
We recommend a 3-session assessment in which you meet your psychologist and get to know each other. In the third session, you are given options and psychoeducation so that you are part of the treatment plan. A good relationship with your practitioner, and feeling understood and cared for are essential parts of successful treatment.
No, you do not need a referral to see a psychologist. However, if you wish to receive a Medicare rebate, you do need to consult with a GP and obtain a mental care plan.
Individuals, couples, and families commonly see us without a mental care plan. Many people have been referred directly by word of mouth, with recommendations from their family, friends, or school, or visiting our website online.
In order to receive a Medicare rebate you will need to first go to your GP who will determine your eligibility for a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP). You have the right to choose the Registered or Clinical Psychologist you wish to see. You must bring your MHCP to your initial appointment.
Please note, it is up to your GP to grant the Mental Health Care Plan as well as the number of sessions you are eligible for. The Intake Specialists at Masterpiece Psychology Practice will do their best to assist you. It is not their fault if a GP does not give the documentation you require, or Medicare refuses a payment. Please be courteous and respectful to our staff.
Acquiring a new Mental Health Care Plan is necessary for each calendar year and involves ongoing reviews with your GP. Currently, you need to go at least twice to your GP in a calendar year. You need to go initially to get the plan and after session 6 for a review.
Our Intake Specialists are available to assist you with this complicated process.
Fees are consistent with the Australian Psychological Society’s recommended rates. Session fees are payable at the time of the consultation. We accept Mastercard, Visa, Eftpos, and AFTERPAY.
We take full payment from you. We can process the Medicare claim for you as long as you have provided us with your Medicare Card details. For private health fund rebates, the onus is on you to claim your rebate.
When you call to make an appointment, you will speak with one of our friendly and caring Intake Specialists. They will answer any questions you have and work with you to find a time that suits you for an appointment. If you do not have a specific therapist in mind, they will need to ask a few brief questions to determine which psychologist is best suited to your needs.
If you have not seen a Clinical Psychologist or Psychologist before, it is common to feel a little anxious or hesitant about making the initial appointment. Most people feel more at ease once they have made that initial contact and attended their first appointment. We provide a warm, caring, and supportive atmosphere and are happy to answer questions at any time.
We recommend that you book at least 10 appointments when making your initial appointment, to avoid delays in follow-up appointments. Psychologists usually recommend seeing a client weekly to start to obtain the best results. Later, sessions may be spaced out depending on your individual needs. You and your psychologist will determine this together.
Our current policy is not to make a single booking for a new client. We have learnt from experience how demoralising it is to find a psychologist you like, be ready to proceed with treatment but cannot, as there are no available sessions. Our policy is for your benefit and well-being so please cooperate with the Intake Specialist.
We have limited capacity for bulk billing. However, as we are a placement for provisional psychologists, we do offer sessions for $140 per session with the student or pro bono in cases of financial need.
In rare cases, when we do bulk bill, it is only for individuals who have a Centrelink/Concession Card (Commonwealth Government Health Care card), a valid Medicare card and a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP.
To encourage people to keep all their appointments, we have regrettably brought in a cancellation fee for bulk billing clients and clients working with a student. . This fee of $50 is applicable for all clients who do not cancel 24 hours in advance.
We like to work with committed patients who demonstrate their commitment.
Bulk billing clients, or pro bono clients, who do not show up for their initial appointment will be removed from the calendar. If 2 consecutive sessions are missed without proper cancellation, all subsequent appointments will be removed from the system.
We require cancellation with a minimum of 24 hours in advance. We send reminder texts 48 hours before a session so it is easy to cancel if you cannot make it. We appreciate it if 48 hours’ notice, or more, is provided if you need to reschedule an appointment.
Failure to cancel without 24 hours’ notice incurs the full appointment fee.
Clinical Psychologists are Registered Psychologists who have extended their training. Clinical Psychologists have a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology with a further two years of supervised clinical practice after receiving their degree. Clinical Psychologists have Clinical Psychology endorsement with the Psychology Board of Australia and are Clinical Psychology providers under Medicare.
All our psychologists are experienced clinicians and are supervised by the Principal, Renee Mill ensuring high-quality psychological care.
Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your first appointment to complete any required paperwork.
Your first session is dedicated to obtaining some background information, a detailed understanding of the nature of your concerns and the areas where you would like our help. Sometimes a plan of treatment is discussed in the first session but often it is not. A lot of background detail may be required before treatment formulation is complete. Your psychologist will answer any questions to provide clarity and confidence in the way forward.
If you are coming about your child, our Intake Specialist will inform you about who needs to be at the first session and what is required.
If you are seeking couple counselling, there may be specific requirements that you will be told about.
We live in a society where the medical model prevails. It is a sickness model. You go to the doctor when things are not working and they “fix” you, usually with medication. While medication for ADHD is highly successful for many children, they are not for everyone.
Masterpiece Psychology utilises other, well-proven, researched treatments for ADHD .
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