What We Do

We treat adults facing a range of life challenges

What Do We Treat?

CB Psychology can help you with a range of issues including:

Adjustment disorder
Anxiety, including social anxiety
Binge-eating disorder
Bipolar disorder
Bulimia
Coping with life changes and stresses
Depression
Drug and alcohol use
Grief and loss
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Psychosis and other related disorders
Schizophrenia
Sleep problems
Stress management
Suicidality
Work-related injury

You do not have to have a diagnosed mental illness to see a psychologist. Many of our treatment approaches are very beneficial for people looking for help coping with everyday stresses and life challenges.

I’d Prefer To See a Male Psychologist

It’s very important that you develop a therapeutic relationship with someone you feel comfortable talking to. If you’d like to see a male psychologist, we recommend Dr Mark Milic in Surry Hills, he can be contacted on 0419 469 226. Alternately Simon Milton based in the CBD at Mid City Psychology, he can be contacted via email at [email protected].

Do You Treat Children?

Currently CB Psychology treats adults and young adults age 18 and over. We recommend Adriana Glusman who works in Wahroonga tel: 9487-7426. Alternately, Sahra Behardien O’Doherty based in Leichhardt at Mindscape psychology and can be contacted via email at [email protected].

What Treatment Approaches Do You Use?

We use a range of therapeutic approaches including:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Schema Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Mindfulness
Narrative Therapy

We use an integrated approach to treatment, selecting the best and most appropriate approach for each individual.

What Happens In Our First Session?

Our first session is all about getting to know each other and understanding how I can help you. You will be asked to fill out some details and a couple of short questionnaires. I will explain your rights to confidentiality and my legal obligations as a registered psychologist. It’s important that we build a trusting therapeutic relationship. You can share as much as you feel comfortable with. It is helpful to gather as much information as possible to help you and to plan our work together.

How Long is a Session?

We will work together for about 50 minutes. We spend a few moments on payments and booking future sessions. I also reserve some time for taking session notes for your records.

Do I Need a Referral From a Doctor?

You do not need a doctor’s referral to see a psychologist. You do not need to have been diagnosed with a mental health condition. Anyone can get in contact to make an appointment.

If you want to claim a Medicare rebate, you will need a Mental Health plan from a doctor. Details about Medicare rebates and bulk billing are available here.

Do I Get Homework?

Yes, you may get homework. Don’t worry though. Homework might be as simple as keeping a thought diary, or practising mindfulness techniques. During our session we might review the outcome of your homework and talk about useful activities to work on next.