We're sorry we could not get you in to see one of our psychologists right away. Motivating Minds remains a small boutique psychology practice so that we can continue to offer the best quality care to our clients. This does mean the demand for our services can exceed our availability.
This is also why we recommend booking multiple appointments in advance. This will ensure you can have consistent and regular sessions with your psychologist once treatment does begin.
Once your appointment is scheduled you can be placed on our waiting list and if we do have places open up our team will contact you immediately.
While You Wait For Your Appointment
We understand if you need to look for someone else
We understand if you need look for someone else. Sometimes it's best to try to see someone for psychology support straight away rather than waiting.
If this is the case, here is a link that can help you find a qualified psychologist:
The Australian Psychological Society (APS): https://www.psychology.org.au/Find-a-Psychologist
You can also ask your GP for alternative recommendations.
Online mental health courses
While you wait, you might like to take advantage of great online mental health courses that can teach you some skills to manage issues such as anxiety and depression. We know that online learning may not be able to replace the support and connection from a skilled clinician, but these courses can be a helpful place to begin.
Check out these:
This Way Up: https://thiswayup.org.au/
MindSpot Clinic: https://mindspot.org.au/
Mental health mobile apps
Here are a few evidence-based apps you can try out while you're waiting.
24 hour helplines for your mental health
If you're in a crisis you should contact the counsellors at:
Lifeline 13 11 14, or you can chat online or text with them. Find out more here https://www.lifeline.org.au/.
Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636, or you can chat online with them. Find out more at https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/get-immediate-support