Philip Byrne Psychologist

Once you have decided that this is the kind of assistance you need then the next step is to make an appointment by calling:

(03) 9758 0790

Hours: 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Thursday
The fee for individual counselling is $110 for a 50-minute consultation.

Please note that Medicare rebates are available for people who have been referred by their GP.
The current rebate is approximately $78.

Private health fund medical rebates are available.

On approval from the relevant authority listed below clients may claim payment for sessions from:

Transport Accident Commission (TAC)
Victims Support Agency (VSA)
Victorian Workcover Authority

My Background

I am a registered psychologist. I have formal training and experience working in all areas advertised on this website. I have worked as a counsellor and psychotherapist for private, community, and government agencies. I have a Bachelor of Arts with majors in psychology and philosophy from Swinburne Institute of Technology (1990). In 1995 and 1996 I completed 18 months of formal training in marriage and relationship counselling. In 2002 I received a Masters degree in Criminology, (Forensic Psychology) from the University of Melbourne. I believe that the key to good practice is participating in continuing professional development programs.

Thank you for visiting my website. I hope you have found it informative and I look forward to assisting you further.

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Phone/Fax: 03 9758 0790
Email: info@philipbyrne-psychologist.com.au

31 Warrabel Road
Ferntree Gully Victoria 3156

What about the cost?

There is a wide variation in fees charged by psychologists in Melbourne ranging between $90 to $200 for a 50 minute consultation. The Australian Psychological Society (APS) publish guidelines for psychologist fees annually, the fees that I charge are significantly lower than what they recommend because I can keep my overheads lower. However, remember it is difficult putting a monetary value on happiness and wellbeing but a small investment can mean doing it easier in the long term.

Confidentiality and Privacy

Psychologists are bound by strict guidelines regarding professional conduct, ethics and responsibilities. For more information please contact me on the phone number above or via email.