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Child & Adolescent Psychology In Shepparton
School mornings have become a struggle, and by the afternoon your child seems to have little left for things they usually enjoy. You may be hearing one account from school and seeing something quite different at home. That can leave you wondering what you’ve missed and what would actually help. You can bring all of that uncertainty to the first conversation.
Collette Caffrey is a registered psychologist and teacher who works with children, adolescents and families. You can talk with Collette about what happens at home, what school has noticed and what your child says about their day. That fuller picture can help guide the first steps of psychology support.
When A Child Or Teenager May Need Psychology Support
Families get in touch about worry, low mood, anger, withdrawal, sleep, school attendance, friendships or changes in family routines. A teenager might be finding it hard to keep up at school while saying very little about how they’re feeling. You can bring what you’ve noticed, even if you’re unsure how to describe the concern.
Understanding Home, School & Friendships
We’ll ask what the young person is experiencing across settings, what’s already helping and where daily life is becoming harder. School information can be useful when it answers a specific question. We’ll discuss consent before contacting educators or other professionals.
How We Work With Parents, Caregivers & Young People
Parents and caregivers contribute information about development, strengths, routines and what they’ve noticed over time. How they’re involved in appointments depends on the young person’s age and circumstances. With teenagers, we’ll explain privacy and information sharing at the outset so everyone understands how the work will proceed.
Support Informed By Education Experience
Collette has worked in childcare, primary teaching, literacy coaching and school leadership. That background helps when a family needs to understand how learning demands, classroom routines and relationships at school affect a child’s day. You can read more about Collette’s background.
Make an enquiry
Call 0456 410 183 or send an enquiry online.
What To Expect At Your Child’s Appointments
The First 50-Minute Intake Appointment
The intake explores developmental and medical history, current concerns, strengths and supports. We’ll discuss who should attend and what information to bring when booking. You and your child can describe what’s happening in your own words.
Planning Psychology Support Together
Collette develops a psychological formulation with the young person and family where appropriate. It considers current concerns, strengths, relevant history and the support already around them. We’ll review it together and discuss the next step, including ongoing psychology appointments where appropriate.
Considering A Child Or Adolescent Assessment
An assessment may help clarify learning, attention, development or everyday functioning. Collette provides cognitive, educational, autism, ADHD, functional capacity and emotional or behavioural assessments. The intake helps us identify the question to address. After an assessment, families receive a feedback appointment and written report with findings and practical recommendations.
Child Psychology Fees, Referrals & Locations
A 50-minute psychology appointment costs $270. Parents and caregivers can enquire directly; a GP referral isn’t required to book. #Thoughts doesn’t bulk bill or offer concession rates. The full fee confirms the appointment, and any eligible rebate is claimed afterwards.
With an eligible referral, a Medicare rebate of $101.55 may apply to an eligible 50-minute therapy session.
Assessments are usually quoted at $2,000 to $3,000, depending on the plan. A 50 per cent deposit applies to private assessments before work begins. Assessment funding and Medicare eligibility vary.
Appointments are available in Shepparton at 174 Corio Street and on Saturdays in Belmont, Geelong, with assessments prioritised at Belmont. Get directions
Emergency & Crisis Support
This psychology practice doesn’t provide crisis or emergency services, and messages may not be reviewed immediately.
If you or another person is in immediate danger, call 000 or attend the nearest hospital emergency department. For confidential crisis support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Enquire About Psychology Support For Your Child
To discuss what you’ve noticed and arrange an initial appointment, call 0456 410 183 or send an enquiry online. We’ll explain who should attend, available locations and what happens before booking.
Shepparton
174 Corio Street, Shepparton VIC 3630 Get directions
Geelong
Belmont Counselling Rooms, 44 Mt Pleasant Rd, Belmont (Saturdays) Get directions
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FAQ
FAQs About Child & Adolescent Psychology
Does My Child Need A Referral To See A Psychologist In Shepparton?
No. You can enquire directly. An eligible referral is needed if you intend to claim a Medicare rebate for an eligible therapy appointment.
Will Parents Be Involved In The Child’s Psychology Appointments?
Parents and caregivers are involved in ways that suit the young person’s age, needs and circumstances. We’ll discuss privacy and information sharing at the beginning.
Can You Speak With My Child’s School?
With appropriate consent, school reports or conversations with educators may help clarify concerns. We’ll agree on the purpose of information sharing first.
Can I Ask About Autism, ADHD Or Learning Assessments?
Yes. The intake appointment helps clarify what question needs answering and whether an assessment is an appropriate next step.
How Much Does A Child Psychology Appointment Cost?
A 50-minute psychology appointment costs $270. Assessment work is quoted separately according to the plan.