What to Expect

What to Expect at Bellarine Psychology

Your first appointment

Taking the first step toward support can feel like a big deal. We want to make it as straightforward as possible.

Your first session is about getting to know you, your situation, and what you’re hoping to get out of coming to see us. You don’t need to have everything figured out, and there’s no pressure to share more than you’re comfortable with.

Most first sessions run for 50–60 minutes. From there, your clinician will talk with you about next steps and what a plan might look like going forward.

Getting Started

Before your appointment

Check your location

We have two Ocean Grove locations: Thacker Street and Guthridge Street.

Please check your reminder notification or booking confirmation for which one you’re attending.

Parking

Thacker Street — parking available at the rear of the building, off Bramwell Street

Guthridge Street — parking available on site at the front of the building

What to bring

Any relevant medical or psychological records, reports or letters from your GP or other health professionalsYour Medicare card if you have a Mental Health Care Plan.

A sense of what you’re hoping to get out of coming. Even a rough idea is helpful

Additional Information

Fees & rebates

For information about your fees, see our Fees & Rebates page.

Confidentiality

Everything you share in sessions is confidential. There are limited circumstances in which information may need to be shared; these are outlined in our consent form, which you’ll receive before your first appointment. Please read it carefully before signing.

Cancellations

Please give us at least 24 business hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. Cancellation fees apply for late cancellations and missed appointments.

We’ll help you find a clearer path forward

Bellarine Psychology is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to people of all ages.

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