In light of the evolving Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation the Clinical Neuropsychology Service at the University of Melbourne Psychology Clinic are seeing clients via telehealth.

The Clinical Psychology service for children and families are seeing clients via telehealth.

The Clinical Psychology service for adults is no longer taking any new referrals.

The Educational Psychology service is no longer taking any new referrals.

Please check this website for future updates.

Please complete the enquiry form to organise an appointment.

Please also note that the Dyscalculia service is now booking face to face appointments. Please use the enquiry form located in the Maths Learning and Dyscalculia Service section of this website to organise an appointment.

The clinic phone is currently unattended.

If you have an enquiry regarding any of the services at the clinic please use the enquiry form here to contact us. Please note that there may be a delay in getting back to you.

Enquiry form

We hope you stay safe and healthy.

Please note that we do not provide a crisis emergency service. If you are in an emergency situation please call 000. If you wish to speak to someone immediately who can help please call Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 (www.lifeline.org.au).

Below is some information about how to manage feelings of anxiety and distress associated with COVID-19 and other resources on how to look after your mental health and wellbeing during this time. Additionally there is updated information on COVID-19 from the University of Melbourne and the Department of Health and Human Services.

Counselling and Psychological Services managing stress and anxiety tipsheet

Counselling and Psychological Services mental health and wellbeing resources

The University of Melbourne Coronavirus (COVID-19) updates page

The Department of Health and Human Services information on Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/victorian-public-coronavirus-disease-covid-19

Welcome

The University of Melbourne Psychology Clinic provides a range of psychology services to adults and children and families. This includes clinical psychology, clinical neuropsychology, educational psychology services and a maths learning difficulties and dyscalculia service.

The University of Melbourne Psychology Clinic is a training clinic for Master of Clinical Psychology, Master of Clinical Neuropsychology and Master of Educational Psychology students. As such postgraduate psychology trainees are under the direct supervision of senior clinical psychology, clinical neuropsychology and educational psychology staff.

The clinic also undertakes research that clients can choose to take part in.

If you would like to use the services of the clinic please complete this form.

The clinic specialises in Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology, Educational and Development Psychology and Maths Learning Difficulties and Dyscalculia assessment services.

Our services

Clinical Psychology

Psychological Assessment and Therapy services	Fee
Students/Concession Card Holders	$25 per session
Others	$40 per session

Clinical Psychology Services for Children and Families

Service	Fee
Standard Initial Assessment Typically includes Parent/Caregiver interview Child interview and observation Contact with school (with your consent) Feedback appointment to discuss findings and recommendations Brief summary report	$250 (Standard Fee) $200 for Concession and Health Care Card Holders
Extended Initial Assessment Typically includes Parent/Caregiver interview Child interview and observation Formal assessment of cognitive abilities and/or academic achievement Contact with school (with your consent) Feedback appointment to discuss findings and recommendations Report	$650 (Standard Fee) $600 for Concession and Health Care Card Holders
Standard therapy appointment (50 minutes)	$40 per appointment (Standard Fee) $25 per appointment for Concession and Health Care Card Holders

Service

Fee

Standard Initial Assessment

Typically includes

Parent/Caregiver interview
Child interview and observation
Contact with school (with your consent)
Feedback appointment to discuss findings and recommendations
Brief summary report

$250 (Standard Fee)

$200 for Concession and Health Care Card Holders

Extended Initial Assessment

Typically includes

Parent/Caregiver interview
Child interview and observation
Formal assessment of cognitive abilities and/or academic achievement
Contact with school (with your consent)
Feedback appointment to discuss findings and recommendations
Report

$650 (Standard Fee)

$600 for Concession and Health Care Card Holders

Standard therapy appointment (50 minutes)

$40 per appointment (Standard Fee)

$25 per appointment for Concession and Health Care Card Holders

Clinical Neuropsychology

Service	Fee	HC Fee
Standard neuropsychological consultation, including assessment, report to GP or specialist, feedback to client	$450	$400
Complex neuropsychological consultation, including assessment, report to GP or specialist, other letters of support as required, feedback to client	$650	$600
Autism Spectrum Disorder consultation, including assessment, report to GP or specialist, feedback to client	$800	$750
Additional letters of support, including any additional assessment required (where not included in cost of initial consultation)	$200	$150
Hourly neuropsychology consultation rate	$60	$50

HC = Healthcare Card Concession Holder

Educational & Developmental Psychology

Service	Fee	HC Fee
Comprehensive Cognitive and/or Achievement Assessment	$650	$600
Comprehensive Developmental Assessment (incl. Autism Spectrum Disorder in persons under 18 years)	$650	$600

HC = Healthcare Card Concession Holder
*Includes parent interview, assessment sessions, plus one feedback appointment and written report

Please contact us for more information regarding administration of specific tests.

Group Programs

Mindfulness Group program	Fee
Student/Concession	$120
Other	$160

Maths Learning Difficulties and Dyscalculia Service

Service	Fee
Assessment (which includes a report)	$407

What services are not offered by the Clinic?

As a training clinic, we do not provide a crisis emergency service. If you require immediate attention or are in an emergency please contact 000.
We do not provide services for the following issues:
- Walk-in, crisis, or emergency services
- Medico/legal, worker’s compensation, family court, or other legal matters
- Criminal-related behaviours or concerns
- High risk of suicidality or self-harm
- High risk of violence to self or others
- Current psychotic behaviours
- Students undertaking postgraduate psychology studies at the University of Melbourne
Can I receive a Medicare rebate for services provided at the Clinic?

Since services are provided by provisional psychologist we cannot offer Medicare rebates. However, our services are offered at affordable rates.
How can I be assured of the quality of care?

To ensure quality of care all clinical psychology, clinical neuropsychology and educational psychology services are provided by provisional psychologists under the direct supervision of experienced senior psychologists. All provisional psychologists engage in evidence-based and evidence-informed practices.
Will my information be used for any other purposes?

Research is an important component to the clinic which is embedded in the way of operating. You will be asked if you would like to participate in research when you come in. Whether you choose to participate in research or not will not affect the quality or level of care you receive from the clinic.

Dr Litza Kiropoulos, Clinic Director

Dr Kiropoulos is the Director of the University of Melbourne Psychology Clinic. In addition to her academic position she has worked as a Senior Clinical Psychologist in various acute, subacute and outpatient public mental health settings for over 20 years. Her research and clinical interests include mood and anxiety disorders.

Professor Lisa Phillips
Associate Head of School

Director, Professional Programs
Professor Kim Felmingham
Chair of Clinical Psychology
Associate Professor Christina Bryant
Convenor, Master of Clinical Psychology Program
Dr David Spektor
Clinical Psychology External Placement Co-ordinator
Dr Angie Jackman
Senior Lecturer, Clinical Neuropsychology Placement Coordinator
Associate Professor Vicki McKenzie
Supervisor

Educational Psychology
Dr Judi Humberstone
Dyscalculia Assessments