Feeling Low? You’re Not Alone

This really depends on what you’re seeking support for and how complex your situation is. Some people find a smaller number of sessions (often around 6) helpful for gaining clarity or practical tools, while others prefer longer-term support (15+ sessions). We’ll regularly check in about what’s working, what you need, and whether continuing therapy feels right for you. You’re never “locked in,” and there’s no expectation to attend more sessions than are genuinely helpful.

Working through a depressive episode is, unfortunately, more complex than recovering from something like the flu. Adjusting expectations to meaningful change over weeks or months, rather than days, is usually more realistic. Progress often looks like a staircase - insight, understanding, or a clear plan can bring early shifts, while other changes take time to show up in daily life. Our focus is on meaningful, sustainable improvement rather than quick fixes or superficial advice.

Yes - you are always in control of what you choose to share, and you can skip questions if needed. Sessions are guided by what feels most relevant or pressing for you. Our clinicians are trained to work alongside you (not interrogate you). The aim is to create a safe, respectful space, ask thoughtful questions, and offer guidance - never to push you into discussing topics you don’t want to address.

This is a very reasonable concern - many people have had unhelpful experiences with therapy or therapists in the past. If therapy isn’t feeling useful, we’ll talk about it openly. We actively welcome feedback about what does or doesn’t suit you. Often, this leads to helpful adjustments in focus or approach. In some cases, we may also discuss whether additional supports (such as a medication review or other services) could help move things forward. When approached collaboratively, there is usually a constructive way forward - even if it requires thinking a little outside the box.

Not necessarily. Many people benefit from psychological therapy without medication, while for others medication can be a helpful addition. This is a personal decision best made in consultation with your GP or psychiatrist. We encourage caution with advice from online forums or generic information sources, as these can be misleading. While we can’t provide specific medication advice, we’re happy to discuss options at a general level and assist with referrals to GPs or psychiatrists we trust.

You don’t need a referral to book an appointment. However, if you’d like to access Medicare rebates, you’ll need a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP. We’re happy to explain this process if it’s unfamiliar.

That’s completely okay. Many people come to therapy feeling unsure or overwhelmed rather than with a clear label or goal. Part of the work can involve helping you make sense of what’s going on and identifying what support might be most helpful.