Our Melbourne Psychologists and Clinical Psychologists, located in the Melbourne CBD, provide high quality, evidence-based therapy with care. We recognise that each journey is unique, so we shape our approach around your needs. We’re dedicated to helping you feel better and live your best life.
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Your therapist will create a plan, set goals and schedule further sessions. Each plan is tailored to your pace and mental health needs.
Whether meeting face-to-face at our Melbourne CBD location or opting for the flexibility of online therapy, our psychologists and therapists are here to support you every step of the way.
At Cova Psychology, our psychologists combine expertise with a compassionate approach to support a wide range of individuals. Whether you’re experiencing trauma, mood disorders, neurodiversity, or relationship concerns, we tailor our services to meet your unique needs, ensuring you receive the care and support that’s right for you.
From your first contact, we’re committed to ensuring you feel heard and supported. Your feedback matters and drives our commitment to continuous improvement.
Our Melbourne psychologists are trained to provide therapy through a trauma-informed lens, recognising how past experiences impact well-being. Whether you’re processing past trauma or working through present challenges, we’re here to help you feel safe and supported.
To ensure high-quality care, our psychologists regularly update their skills through ongoing professional development, adhering to best practices for effective mental health support.
Most people find their Melbourne psychologist either through online searches, word of mouth, or through referral from their doctor.
If you’d like help with being linked in with a Melbourne psychologist and/or trauma therapist who is well suited to your needs, the Psychologist Melbourne Services team at Cova Psychology can help! Our intake staff take into account your preferences, specific mental and physical health issues, as well as the type of psychological treatment you’re seeking, to match you to the best psychologist for you.
At Cova Psychology, our experienced psychologists in Melbourne, led by directors Sarah and Chris, provide compassionate, evidence-based psychological assessment and treatment. If you’re seeking a skilled psychologist or clinical psychologist in the Melbourne CBD or via telehealth, we’re here to guide you with expertise and empathy.
We address complex mental health challenges, including trauma and long-term emotional concerns. Our treatment plans are personalised and grounded in the latest research. We’re passionate about helping people create lasting improvements in their mental health and quality of life.
Client feedback is central to our practice, helping us continuously refine our services to better meet your needs and achieve positive outcomes.
When you first contact Cova Psychology, our friendly and experienced reception team will ask you a series of questions to match you with the right psychologist for you:
What are you seeking therapy for?
Are there any specific treatment approaches you are interested in or have been recommended to you?
Are there any preferences you have for your therapist, gender, age, experience?
This initial contact is designed to help build a strong therapeutic relationship with your psychologist so you feel supported and heard from the get go.
We can’t guarantee a perfect match with your psychologist but we encourage open communication with us if you have any concerns. If you don’t feel your psychologist is the right fit, please talk to them or our admin team.
The cost of a psychologist in Melbourne varies depending on session length, experience of the psychologist and type of therapy. At Cova Psychology we offer a range of services with fees to match.
To get the best support for your mental health we recommend you contact our office to get more information about our fees and services. Our team can help you understand the costs of psychological therapy in Melbourne.
Psychology sessions are partially covered by Medicare and private health insurance in Melbourne. New clients with a mental health care plan and a referral from a GP or psychiatrist can receive a Medicare rebate for up to 10 sessions with a psychologist per calendar year. This rebate makes psychological treatment for mental health more affordable. See our detailed Medicare for Psychology page for more information.
Please note Medicare rebates do not apply to couples counselling or ADHD assessment testing.
Many private health insurance policies will cover part of the cost of psychological treatment. Check with your insurer to see what’s covered for mental health services provided by psychologists in Melbourne.
No, you don’t need a referral to see a psychologist in Melbourne or anywhere in Victoria. You can book an appointment with a psychologist directly without a referral. However, without a referral you will not be eligible for Medicare rebates so you won’t get a rebate for your session fees through Medicare.
In your first session at Cova Psychology your psychologist will talk to you about what brought you to therapy, your current situation and your history related to the issues you want to work on. The initial stages of therapy are often called a “psychological assessment” and usually takes at least the first two sessions. This ensures your psychologist has a thorough understanding of your experiences so you can work together to develop a treatment plan.
Each session is 50 minutes long so there’s plenty of time to talk and explore what you need.
Before you start your therapy journey you may also find our blog post helpful which has tips on how to get the most out of your sessions.
At Cova Psychology we primarily see individuals 18 and over. We do have limited availability for young people 13 to 18 years. Our experienced psychologists and clinical psychologists in Melbourne see individuals and couples so we can tailor our approach to your mental health needs.
The Melbourne CBD can be tough to navigate especially during peak hour and busy business times. Many people experience stress or anxiety about getting to and parking in this area.
At Cova Psychology, located at the “Paris End” of Collins Street near Parliament train station, we try to make your trip easier. Many of our clients avoid driving into the Melbourne CBD and instead park in East Melbourne where it’s more relaxed and only a short walk to our practice. Public transport is easily accessible with trains and tram stops on our doorstep.
Contact us if you have any questions or need help finding us.
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Neurodiversity awareness including ADHD has grown exponentially in the last few years.
A client recently asked if they could discuss “sex” in therapy, a topic they had avoided despite exploring other private areas of their life.
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Let’s discuss your needs and match you with the right Melbourne psychologist.
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Acknowledgement of Country
Cova Psychology acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land where our Melbourne CBD practice is located—the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong/Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin Nation. We pay respect to their Elders, past and present, as well as the Elders of other Aboriginal communities in Melbourne and beyond.
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We would like to acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which the practice is located. We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present, and the Aboriginal Elders of other communities who may be here today.
