I have a specialist focus and additional training in the provision of longer-term psychotherapy for people experiencing long standing or complex issues. More than just symptom management, longer-term psychotherapy is suited for those seeking to understand and resolve underlying factors that contribute to and perpetuate their problems.

I do not work diagnostically nor do I pathologise. I believe that the human psyche is self-healing given the right conditions. I focus on providing those conditions. This healing and growth can seldom be controlled by our egos. However, it always moves towards greater wholeness and integration.

I work with the whole person, which includes the mental, emotional, somatic, and spiritual levels. I can help people who are struggling with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, overwhelm, grief and loss, relational difficulties, trauma and complex trauma, low self-esteem, insecurities, major life transitions, and problems with eating. All of these problems can be long-standing or newly emerging.

My practice is informed by Jungian psychoanalysis and humanistic psychology.

Structure and fees

I provide psychotherapy to people aged 16 and older at a consistent appointment time on a weekly, twice-weekly, or a fortnightly basis. My work typically involves longer-term engagement because it goes beyond just reducing the symptoms. It is focused on the underlying deeper patterns and causes that actually create the symptoms and suffering. In such a way achieved change is sustainable.

The reality is that the vast majority of people need more than short-term therapy (i.e., more than 12-20 sessions) to come to a resolution. The Australian Psychological Society's current suggestion that psychologists charge $311 per hour makes full recovery unrealistic for most. My vision is to offer longer-term care and recovery that is more affordable. My fees are set lower to reflect this approach.

The current fee for a 50-minute session is $210. I offer a discount for each session if we arrange to meet twice per week. With a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP or psychiatrist, you will be eligible for a Medicare rebate of $141.85 per session for 10 sessions each calendar year.

My Location

55A Old Cleveland Road
Stones Corner / Greenslopes, QLD 4120

I also work online via Zoom. If you would like to discuss working together please feel free to reach out via the form or via phone/email.

Phone:
0459 363 883

Email:
mail@stefanshepherd.com