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Individual Therapy

What is Clinical Psychology?

Clinical psychology focuses on understanding, assessing, and treating a wide range of mental health concerns using therapies that are backed by scientific research. This means that the treatments we offer—known as evidence-based therapies—have been shown through research to be effective, safe, and meaningful for improving mental health and wellbeing.

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At our practice, we offer psychological services to individuals aged 14 and over, supporting clients through a full range of emotional and psychological challenges. Our clinical psychologists use their extensive training and experience to help you understand your current and past difficulties, select a treatment approach that feels right for you, and work collaboratively to bring about lasting, positive change.

 

​Our Clinical Approach

Our work is grounded in a clinical approach that is:

  • Evidence-based and results-driven – grounded in research to ensure effective care

  • Targeted and problem-focused – addressing the specific issues that matter most to you

  • Active and structured – providing practical strategies and tools to support real-life change

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We draw on a range of proven therapies tailored to your needs, including:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

  • Schema Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

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These approaches are selected to help improve your mental health, behaviours, emotions, relationships, and overall wellbeing.​​

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Why Choose a Clinical Psychologist?

  • Effective use of Medicare rebates – get the most from your 10 Medicare rebate claims with focused, results-oriented treatment

  • Experienced and highly trained therapists – our psychologists have a minimum of six years of professional training and experience across diverse settings

  • Commitment to sustainable change – we are actively engaged in helping you reach your goals sooner

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Above all, we believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is key to progress. We are committed to creating a safe, accepting space where we work together toward shared goals, with compassion, professionalism, and care.

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Clinical Psychology

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is recognised as the gold standard psychological treatment for people with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). It was originally developed by Dr Marsha Linehan. Research has shown that DBT is also effective in treating a wide range of other problems such as substance dependence, depression, PTSD, eating disorders, and anger.

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DBT is a behavioural approach to treatment. As such, it prioritises behavioural strategies to help reduce unhelpful behaviours, and increase more helpful ways of coping.

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DBT involves a number of elements, which are called modes:

  • Skills training in groups

  • Individual therapy

  • Between-session coaching

  • Consultation team (DBT treating team)

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Visit our GlowDBT website to find out more about our DBT program.

DBT

Psychological treatment for Eating Disorders

At The Glow Centre, we are committed to best practice in the treatment of Eating Disorders. We take a collaborative and multi-disciplinary approach, usually involving a client’s GP as well as any other health professionals involved in a client's care, such as their dietitian or psychiatrist.

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In addition to nutrition and medical treatment, to recover and stay well, clients must also make changes in their thinking and behaviour. Psychological treatment is an essential part of treatment for everyone with an Eating Disorder. It provides a chance to find out what triggers a person’s eating problems and to work out how to deal with them.

 

Clinical Psychologist, Dr Dan Wilson has a passion for helping people with Eating Disorders and is highly trained and experienced, having completed his PhD in the area of Eating Disorders and personality. Dan is a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician. The primary treatment approach that Dan uses is Enhanced Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT-E).

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Enhanced Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT-E)

​Enhanced Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT-E), a gold-standard, evidence-based treatment specifically designed for individuals struggling with eating disorders such as bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder. CBT-E goes beyond traditional CBT by providing a more comprehensive and individualized approach that addresses not only disordered eating behaviours, but also the underlying psychological and emotional factors that maintain them.

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Consistently across research trials, CBT-E has been shown to be the most effective treatment for eating disorders in adults.

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Clinicians work collaboratively with clients in a structured, supportive environment to help them develop healthier eating patterns, improve body image, and build long-term coping strategies. CBT-E is suitable for both adolescents and adults, and is often recommended as a first-line treatment.

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​If someone is severely underweight, they will need to begin their physical recovery before they start psychological treatment, so they are strong enough and their brain is working properly. 

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More information can be found here: https://www.cbte.co/what-is-cbte/a-description-of-cbt-e/

Eating Disorders
  • How do I know who will be the best clinician for me?
    At The Glow Centre, all of our clinicians share a passion for helping people find their glow. We all work with common issues such as anxiety, depression and stress. In addition, each of our clinicians has their own areas of special interest, training and experience. We note on our clinician profiles if they are taking new clients. Take a look HERE. Our intake team members are trained to match you with the clinician best suited for you, based on your age, availability, and the specific issues you are struggling with. If your doctor has recommended that you see a particular clinician who is not available to take new clients, our intake team will assist in matching you with a clinician who has similar experience in the issue you are needing help with.
  • How soon can I get an appointment?
    Each clinician has different wait times, depending on their case load and commitments. Our clinicians can only take on a certain amount of clients at a time. This is because we want to enable our current clients to get the most out of therapy, and a big part of that is being able to book in enough regular appointments with their therapist in order to meet their goals. Clinician availability is reviewed regularly. At times, we receive quite a large number of referrals to our practice and often this can create longer than usual wait times. Persons in emergency crisis or at risk to themselves should present to the Emergency Department of their local hospital or consult their medical practitioner. The Glow Centre does not offer emergency support or crisis counselling.
  • Can I make an appointment for someone else?
    To maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and ensure that we begin our therapeutic relationship directly and respectfully, we kindly ask that all new client booking enquiries be made by the client themselves. We understand that family members or partners may wish to assist, but it is important that initial contact comes from the individual seeking support. This allows us to uphold privacy, foster autonomy, and ensure that the client is ready and willing to engage in the process. Exception: If the prospective client is a young person under the care of a parent or legal guardian, we welcome initial contact from the parent or carer on their behalf.
  • Can I squeeze in for just one appointment?
    As much as we would love to book you in to see someone, it is just not good practice to fit someone into an already full caseload as you will not be afforded continuity of care, which is very important in therapy. If you only require one appointment, it may be more helpful to source crisis counselling from one of the services listed here.
  • Can you tell me a date that a therapist will be taking new clients again?
    It is difficult for us to provide exact dates. We can provide an estimated time frame based on calendar bookings, however, we are not always able to predict when therapists' calendars will open up again. It depends on when current clients will be discharged. Our clinicians keep a close eye on their caseloads and provide updates to our intake team on their upcoming availability.
  • Do you open after hours?
    We see clients from Monday to Thursday (each individual clinician will consult on some or all of these days), by appointment only. Consulting times vary per clinician, but generally from 9:00am to approximately 3:30pm. Selected clinicians may have a small number of late afternoon appointments, however, these appointments may not be available to new clients for some time. We recommend considering whether you can arrange for temporary adjustments to be made to your schedule for the course of your therapy treatment. If your mental health concerns are interfering with work or study, taking time out to work on them can be beneficial in the long run.
  • Do your clinicians see children?
    We see clients aged 14 years and over (some clinicians may see clients older than this).
  • As a parent, do I attend my young person's session?
    When seeing younger clients, it is usual clinical practice for the clinician to spend the majority of the session with the young person, however, parental involvement is a crucial part of treatment. Involvement may include attending part of some sessions, and may also include parent/carer-only sessions. The clinician will discuss parent/carer involvement with the young person and their parent/carer at the initial session. We deeply value collaboration with parents and carers, your support makes a meaningful difference in the progress and wellbeing of the young people we work with. Parent/carer understanding, patience, and encouragement are vital in helping your young person feel safe, heard, and empowered as they navigate their challenges. If parents/carers would like more time to discuss issues relating to the client, we encourage you to discuss booking a parent/carer appointment with the client's clinician (subject to the client consent). Parent/carer sessions are billed at the standard session rate for the clinician. Medicare rebates apply for up to 2 parent/carer sessions per calendar year, which are counted towards the client's maximum 10 rebate claims allowed per calendar year.
  • Do you offer couples counselling?
    No, we do not offer couples counselling.
  • Does your practice offer neuropsychological and cognitive assessments?
    We do not offer these assessments at The Glow Centre.
  • How long is my appointment?
    Your initial session is 50-60 minutes. Subsequent sessions are 50 minutes. Our clinicians dedicate additional time following the initial session for treatment planning (including collaboration with other practitioners/specialists where appropriate).
  • What happens in the initial and subsequent sessions?
    Initial session (50-60 minutes): time spent getting to know you and your goals for therapy, and making a treatment plan to reach those goals. ​ Subsequent sessions (50 minutes): we will explore your thoughts and feelings, work towards understanding and addressing any challenges you may be facing, and developing strategies to help you achieve your therapy goals.
  • How often will I need to attend?
    Therapy services are tailored to each individual’s needs. The optimal frequency of sessions will be discussed with you at your initial appointment with your clinician.
  • How many sessions will I need?
    We provide an individualised service to all clients thus the number of therapy sessions will vary according to your needs. This will be discussed with you at your first session with your clinician.
  • What should I do to prepare for my first session?
    Making an initial appointment to see a therapist, whether it’s your first time or your tenth, takes courage, so the first thing to do is give yourself credit for taking this important step. A few more things you can do to prepare for your first session include: - Block out time before and after your session. Taking some time to reflect and focus before your session will help you get into a reflective space and get the most out of your session. Big emotions might be evoked during your session, so having time to calm down and recalibrate after your session, before going back to work/school/family life, is also important. - Think about what you want to achieve. Perhaps write down your reasons for seeking help. Bring them along to your session. - Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Your first session will probably involve your clinician asking lots of questions of you. It is equally important that you ask questions of us, to ensure you feel comfortable and confident going forward. - Make sure you complete the intake that will be emailed to you at the time of booking your appointment. Our clinicians like to have a bit of background prior to your first session. Having the intake completed prior to your initial session also means less time filling paperwork in when you arrive, and more time getting into the issues that have brought you to us.
  • What happens if I am late to arrive for my appointment?
    We understand that this can happen at times, and we ask that you contact us to let us know that you will be late. Your appointment will still finish at the scheduled time as your clinician will need to keep to their calendar schedule so that the remainder of their work day continues as planned.
  • What is the cost to see a psychologist at The Glow Centre?
    The Glow Centre is a private practice, you can find out about our fees HERE.
  • Can I claim Medicare rebates for my sessions?
    Please see our Fees and Rebates page for more information.
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