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Deep and profound healing, growth and change. From the heart

Experienced and professional Counselling Psychologist supporting clients with their mental health for over 10 years.

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About us

Hi, I’m Sarah, your experienced & passionate Counselling Psychologist behind Open Heart Psychology.

I am registered as an endorsed Counselling Psychologist and Board-approved Supervisor with AHPRA and the Psychology Board of Australia. I have extensive specialised training in Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and EMDR therapy for all types of trauma.

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Our Approach

Open Heart Psychology is based on the belief that anyone can experience healing and personal growth by addressing difficult and painful experiences when done in the right way at the right time for them. A personal therapeutic journey is a significant life experience in itself and one I take seriously for my clients. It takes courage and curiosity to look deeply within yourself and take full responsibility for your life.

I offer a place to open the metaphorical box you have been carrying in a safe, protected way. I bring my extensive experience, clinical skills, and wisdom to our work together, and am here to help, from the heart.

Trauma Therapy

You might be carrying things you have never had words for. When the past keeps arriving in the present, I offer a steady, trauma-informed space to help you feel safer in yourself. We go gently, with clear consent and pacing. I work with childhood trauma, abuse, violence, victims of crime, and sexual assault, and I am mindful of how trauma lives in the body as well as the mind. My aim is to help distressing memories lose their charge, so you can feel more settled, connected, and free to live your life now.

Relationships

When relationships feel tense or confusing, it can be deeply lonely. I help you make sense of what is happening between you and the people you care about. We explore communication, conflict, and the patterns that keep repeating, including family and couple dynamics. I will help you slow things down, understand the emotions underneath the reactions, and find clearer ways to express needs and boundaries. This work is not about blame. It is about repair, understanding, and choice.

Anxiety

Anxiety can feel like your mind never gets to rest, or your body is always on alert. I help you find steadiness, so fear is no longer running the whole day. We can work with generalised anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias. Together, we will understand what your anxiety is trying to protect you from, and build practical ways to calm your system. Over time, you can learn to relate differently to anxious thoughts and sensations, with more confidence and control.

Depression

Depression can make everything feel heavier, slower, and further away. If you are getting through the days but not really living them, you do not have to do that alone. I support people with acute and chronic low mood, especially when it is tangled with stress, trauma, grief, or harsh self-judgement. We will work with compassion and clarity to understand what is underneath the numbness or heaviness. The focus is gentle, realistic steps that help you reconnect with meaning, energy, and yourself.

Change and Adjustment

Some seasons of life ask more of us than we expected. When everything is shifting, I offer grounded support so you do not have to hold it all on your own. This includes life stage transitions, grief and loss, parenting, retirement, and the bigger existential questions that can surface when life changes. I will help you make space for what you are feeling, without rushing you to “move on”. Together, we find a pace that supports integration, direction, and steadier footing.

Physical and Emotional Health

When emotions feel too big or too close, it is easy to reach for whatever helps you get through. I help you build steadier ways to cope, with more self-respect and less shame. This work can include anger management, emotion regulation, addiction or eating concerns, and the impact of illness or chronic stress. We will explore triggers and patterns with care, and strengthen skills that support choice in the moment. My aim is not perfection. It is more agency, more calm, and a kinder relationship with yourself.

Our process

Healing begins with one small, intentional step

Reach Out

Book a free introduction call to see if we are a good fit. No pressure, just presence.

First consult

We discuss what your concerns and goals for therapy, and make a plan together.

Growth & Healing

We work gradually and consistently toward your goals over as many sessions as required either online or in person

the detaiils

Fees & Rebates

$240 per 50-minute session

This rate is subject to change and remains significantly lower than the APS National Schedule of Suggested Fees for 2025–2026, which recommends $318 per standard consultation (46 to 60 minutes).

$240 per 50-minute session

This rate is subject to change and remains significantly lower than the APS National Schedule of Suggested Fees for 2025–2026, which recommends $318 per standard consultation (46 to 60 minutes).

Cancellation Policy

A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required to avoid being charged the full session fee. Cancellations made within 48 hours but more than 24 hours prior will incur a 50% fee.

Cancellation Policy

A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required to avoid being charged the full session fee. Cancellations made within 48 hours but more than 24 hours prior will incur a 50% fee.

Medicare Rebates

You may be eligible for a rebate of $98.95 per session for up to 10 sessions per calendar year under a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan issued by your GP.

Medicare Rebates

You may be eligible for a rebate of $98.95 per session for up to 10 sessions per calendar year under a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan issued by your GP.

Private Health Insurance

Clients with eligible extras cover may also be able to claim a portion of the fee through their private health insurance provider. Check with your fund for details.

Private Health Insurance

Clients with eligible extras cover may also be able to claim a portion of the fee through their private health insurance provider. Check with your fund for details.

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EMDR Therapy

Reprocesses painful memories so they feel less intense and more settled.

EMDR Therapy

Reprocesses painful memories so they feel less intense and more settled.

Emotion Focused Therapy

Supports you to understand emotions and shift patterns with care and safety.

Emotion Focused Therapy

Supports you to understand emotions and shift patterns with care and safety.

Internal Family Systems

Helps you meet inner parts of yourself with compassion, so you feel more connected inside.

Internal Family Systems

Helps you meet inner parts of yourself with compassion, so you feel more connected inside.

Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

Links past and present patterns, building insight, choice, and change.

Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

Links past and present patterns, building insight, choice, and change.

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

Connects thoughts, feelings, and actions, and builds practical coping tools.

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

Connects thoughts, feelings, and actions, and builds practical coping tools.

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy

Makes room for hard thoughts and feelings while moving toward what matters.

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy

Makes room for hard thoughts and feelings while moving toward what matters.

Book a session

Take the first step toward clarity, healing, and feeling more like yourself.

At first it can feel daunting, but we look forward to being there to support you every step of the way.

Book a free 10 minute consultation

This is a free no obligation 10 minute call to explore your current needs and see if we are a good fit.

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sarah@openheartpsychology.com.au

0491 778 544

1160 Toorak Road Camberwell

FAQ's

Frequently asked questions

01. Do I need a referral to see a psychologist?

No, you do not need a referral to book an appointment with a psychologist. You can contact Open Heart Psychology directly to schedule a session. If you wish to claim a Medicare rebate, you will need a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP or Psychiatrist before your first session.

02. What is a Mental Health Care Plan?

03. How do I get a Mental Health Care Plan?

04. Are my sessions covered under private health insurance?

05. How many sessions can I have with a rebate?

06. How do I know if I’ve found the right psychologist for me?

05. How many sessions can I have with a rebate?

FAQ's

Frequently asked questions

01. Do I need a referral to see a psychologist?

02. What is a Mental Health Care Plan?

03. How do I get a Mental Health Care Plan?

04. Are my sessions covered under private health insurance?

05. How many sessions can I have with a rebate?

06. How do I know if I’ve found the right psychologist for me?

05. How many sessions can I have with a rebate?

Contact details

1160 Toorak Road Camberwell

Email

sarah@openheartpsychology.com.au

Phone

(61)+ 491 778 544

Resources

Disclaimer

Mental Health Tools

Depression, Anxiety & Stress

Adult ADHD Screening Tools

The Highly Sensitive Person

Adverse Childhood Experiences

Disclaimer

Digital Tools and Apps

The following links and resources are provided for general information and personal reflection only. They are not diagnostic tools and should not be used as a substitute for professional psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

External links will take you to websites not managed by Open Heart Psychology. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of these external sites.

If any online information or self-assessment raises concerns about your wellbeing, please consider contacting a registered psychologist or your GP for personalised support.