Located at East Ringwood Clinic
Ringwood Psychologists
In-person and telehealth psychology services are available at Ardent Psychologists Ringwood. The psychologists working at our consulting rooms are independent practitioners. Please see their profiles below for further information about them; including fees, how to book, and the conditions they treat. Children should also check the individual practitioner profiles re: suitable age groups.
Located in Ringwood East, we are able to assist children (12+) and adults with a broad range of conditions. A referral is not necessary to see a psychologist but it is often much cheaper to be referred under a GP Mental Health Plan. Our helpful guide provides further information on what this is, and how it can assist you.
Mental Health Conditions We Treat
Depression
Anxiety
Stress (including work and academic stress)
Relationships and Interpersonal Issues
Trauma and PTSD
Self-Esteem
Parenting Difficulties
Adolescent Mental Health
Goal Setting
Coping with Life Transitions / Adjustments
Grief & Loss
Assisting with ASD , ADHD
Meet The Ringwood Psychologist Team
Amanda Dawson
Fee: $195 (+/- After hours surcharge)
Bookings: Working Wednesday / Thursday. Please contact Amanda directly:
General Psychologist (Female)
Masters in Psychology – Counselling
Ages: 12+ and Adults
Exclusions:
Work Cover & TAC, Eating disorders, children under 12, couples / family counselling.
Key Interests
Adolescents, Parenting, Anxiety & depression, Work / academic stress, Interpersonal issues.
Amanda has been a registered psychologist for over 10 years. During her career she has worked extensively with adolescents and adults in a variety of settings including secondary schools, local government & not for profit services, and private practice settings. Amanda aims to build a strong rapport with all of her clients & make the counselling process feel like a safe and non-judgmental space. Amanda draws on a range of frameworks including: psycho-education, Cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance & commitment therapy, solution focused therapy, mindfulness & relaxation strategies, and interpersonal skill building.
Mental Health Plans
A referral is not required to see a psychologist, but patients who are referred by their GP under the Better Access Initiative may receive a Medicare rebate if eligible. The Better Access Initiative may also be referred to as Better Access to Mental Health (BAMH) or a GP Mental Health Care Plan. For simplicity, most people just use the term Mental Health Plan.
A Mental Health Plan can be prepared by a patient’s regular GP if they diagnose a mental health condition (for example anxiety or depression). The process often takes about 30 minutes so check with your medical centre if a long appointment is required.
Once the plan is prepared, the GP will discuss treatment options with their patient. They may involve medication, psychotherapy, or a combination of both. Sometimes other strategies may also be suggested.
If psychology is clinically appropriate, the GP can then refer their patient for up to 10 sessions of psychology per calendar year. This is usually divided into 6 initial sessions, and the 4 further sessions if desirable. After the initial 6 sessions, the psychologist is required to send a feedback report to the GP before a referral for the next 4 can be made.
Forms and Policies
Note: Psychologists who do their own bookings (see profile) will use their own forms and policies. These forms and policies apply to psychologists who use East Ringwood Clinic for bookings.
Useful Psychology / Mental Health Links
Contact and Location
Ardent Psychologists Ringwood
Suite 11, 110-112 Railway Avenue
Ringwood East Vic 3135
Australia
reception@eastringwoodclinic.