Jess obtained her Psychology qualification through Edith Cowan University and Murdoch University and has worked for several years in the Catholic education sector and private practice.
She aims to create a safe, respectful, and collaborative therapeutic environment for individuals and enjoys working with children, adolescents and adults.
Jess is passionate about early intervention and has a particular interest in assisting people experiencing eating disorders, mood disorders and anxiety.
She is also experienced in the administration of cognitive and academic assessments.
Jess’s expertise and interests include:
- Anxiety
- Eating Disorders
- Body Dysmorphia
- Bullying
- Trauma/Childhood Trauma/PTSD
- Gender Dysphoria / Transgender
- Health Anxiety
- Miscarriage / Loss of baby
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Jess’s therapy techniques include:
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Art/Play Therapy
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Humanistic Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
Jess runs her own independent practice and engages Clear Health Psychology to provide administrative and other business services to enable her to provide assessment and treatment to her clients.
Appointment duration: 51 minutes
Sessions rates:
Individuals: $210.00 per appointment
Telehealth: Yes
Medicare rebate is available with a Mental Health Care Plan for individual appointments.
Cancellation Policy: Appointments are precious and we appreciate you giving at least 24 hours notice if you can not attend. For cancellations under 24 hours, 50% of the session rate will apply with no Medicare rebate.
Please note: Melissa does not accept bookings for clients under the age of 10, couples or family sessions.
