Still Trying to Find the Right Psychologist?

Hint: It's me :) I wish I could say that was definitely true but in reality the right psychologist for you might actually be someone else. Like all good relationships, it's about finding a match. Choosing a psychologist is an important decision, and with the myriad of amazing mental health professionals in Melbourne it can seem quite daunting. To help demystify the process I've outlined the different types of mental health professionals and various therapies you might find appealing. By understanding specifically what you are looking for, you'll be able to consider each psychologist, or other mental health professional based on criteria specifically relevant to your needs. Hopefully, the process will then become a quick, tick the boxes exercise. The psychologists with the most ticks will form your short-list and a brief chat with each of them will help you get an idea for whether you would be comfortable working with them. Try not to get stuck going from website to website. In the end, it might just come down to your gut feeling. Start somewhere. Read more...