3 Ducks Psychology is a contemporary private psychology practice offering a unique approach to mental health. Whilst 3 Ducks Psychology has availability for Telehealth sessions Australia wide, we also offer our unique “Walk & Talk” sessions in St Kilda and inner SE suburbs.
What are “Walk & Talk” sessions?
“Walk & Talk’s” came about during COVID when we were all cooped up and needed space but what we also found was they were a fabulous way to help people feel much more relaxed and it was easier to open up than sitting in the traditional office setting facing each other across a coffee table!! So “walk & talks” became a staple of 3 Ducks Psychology practice. We find the fresh air, beautiful scenery of the bay and parks less intimidating and great way to help take the clinical out of therapy. As a bonus you also get some exercise which is brilliant for your mental health-so more bang for your buck, and you are welcome to grab a coffee and bring your furry friend for extra support.
Our aim is to help you get your ducks in a row so you can feel confident to follow your own path into the future.
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Leah DodsworthRegistered Psychologist
B. Arts (Hons) Psych and Master Soc Sci (Crim) with Distinction
Leah has been a practising psychologist for 20 years and started 3 Ducks Psychology in early 2018. Whilst trained in a wide variety of therapeutic interventions including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Autism Spectrum Specific interventions and Trauma Focussed therapies, Leah primarily works from an Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) approach as she feels this is philosophically aligned with her therapeutic values, approach to treatment and in meeting her client’s needs.
She is excited by the future of these emerging treatments involving psychedelics & other non-traditional approaches to mental health to better assist those for whom traditional medical, pharmacological, and psychological therapies have been unsuccessful.
Whilst Leah works with many different psychological disorders, she has a passion for working with our emergency services personnel, first responders and other frontline workers as well as those experiencing complex PTSD from childhood trauma.
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SERVICES offered
3 Ducks psychology offers treatment for:
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Depression & Mood related disorders
Anxiety related disorders
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Bipolar Disorder
Grief & Loss
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD)
Behavioural/Emotional disorders of childhood
Chronic Pain conditions
Eating Disorders
Perimenopause/menopause transition support
Traumatic Brain Injury
Personality Disorders
Small business developing and coaching for women
LGBTQIA+ inclusive practice
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Fee Structure & Rebates:
NDIS referrals can be made by your GP, Paediatrician, or Psychiatrist or you can self-refer.
We do our best to keep our fees well below the recommended rate set by the Australian Psychological Society which is currently $317 for 50 minutes.
All sessions are of 50 minute duration either via secure telehealth or “walk & talks” in St Kilda/Se suburbs
Mon-Fri 8:30 am -5 pm $210.
Mon-Fri before 8.30 am and after 5 pm $220.
Weekends $250.
Assessment fees vary dependent on assessment, please contact us for further information.
Rebates:
A Medicare rebate $98.97 for eligible clients is available with a valid referral for up to 10 sessions per calendar year.
Private health fund rebates are also available depending on your level of cover. You will need to contact your individual health fund as rebates vary.
Payment for sessions is due on the date of service either via credit/debit card or direct bank transfer.
3 Ducks Cancellation Policy: we require 24hr notice of cancellation of your session. Should you fail to cancel with the required notice or not attend your session 50% of the consultation fee is charged on the first occurrence. For subsequent occurrences the full cost of the session will be charged. All outstanding fees must be paid prior to attending future sessions.
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Availability:
3 Ducks Psychology is available Tues, Wed and Thurs weekly. Occasionally sessions are available on a Mon, Fri and Sat depending on our schedule.
3 Ducks Psychology offers before & after-hours appointments at 7:30am, 5:30pm & 6:30pm by agreement.
Location & Contact details:
3 Ducks Psychology is primarily a Telehealth mental health service but we also offer our unique “Walk & Talk” sessions in St Kilda/SE suburbs. Should you like to try a “walk & talk” give us a call to arrange.
