Psychologists · Toowong · Manly-West · AND ONLINE Australia-Wide
Toowong · Manly-West · AND ONLINE
Brisbane Psychologists &
Online Therapy Australia-wide
Helping You Navigate Life’s Challenges With Confidence
Clinical psychologist support for trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD,
relationship challenges and other mental health concerns.
Available in person at our Brisbane locations and online across Australia.
Helping You Find the Right Support for Your Journey
You Are Not Alone.
At Michelle Barratt Psychology, we are committed to helping individuals, couples and families access quality psychological care that is compassionate, evidence-based and centred around their individual needs.
Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your child, your relationship or your family, our practitioners are committed to helping you move forward with confidence.
Through our Brisbane locations and Online Therapy services, we facilitate access to professional psychological support across a broad range of mental health concerns and life challenges.
Experienced, Compassionate Care
Finding the right psychologist can make a meaningful difference to your mental health journey. Our administration team can help connect you with a psychologist whose experience, therapeutic approach and areas of interest align with your individual needs and goals.
Each psychologist working with Michelle Barratt Psychology brings unique qualifications, experience and areas of expertise, allowing us to support a wide range of mental health concerns and life challenges.
Our goal is to ensure you never feel alone and to support you in connecting with the right allied health professional when you need them most. Explore our practitioner profiles to learn more about their professional background, areas of interest and appointment availability.
How Can Psychology Help?
Anxiety & Stress
Recognises risk, consent, and boundary needs from the very first contact.
Depression
Build resilience, regain motivation and work towards meaningful change.
Trauma
Evidence-based approaches that support recovery, healing and emotional safety.
Borderline Personality Disorder
Structured therapy focused on emotional regulation, relationships and long-term stability.
ADHD
Assessment and therapeutic support for children, adolescents and adults.
Child Therapy
Compassionate support for children and families navigating oppositional defiant disorder, anger, and behavioural challenges.
Couples Therapy
Strengthen communication, rebuild trust and improve relationship satisfaction.
Christian Counselling
Psychological support that can respectfully incorporate faith-based perspectives.
Common Questions About Therapy
Common Questions About Therapy & Psychological Support
Psychology can help individuals better understand their thoughts, emotions and behaviours while developing practical skills to navigate life's challenges. Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, emotional regulation challenges or personal growth, therapy provides a confidential and supportive environment to explore concerns and work towards meaningful change.
How Do I Choose the Right Psychologist?
The right psychologist will depend on your goals, preferences and the concerns you wish to address. Our administration team can help connect you with a practitioner whose experience and therapeutic approach align with your needs.
What Happens During the First Appointment?
Your first session is focused on understanding your circumstances, concerns and goals. Together, you and your psychologist can begin developing a plan that supports meaningful progress.
What Therapy Approaches Do Psychologists Use?
Depending on your needs, psychologists may utilise approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed therapy and other evidence-based approaches.
How Long Does Therapy Usually Take?
The length of therapy varies depending on your goals, circumstances and the concerns being addressed. Some clients benefit from short-term support, while others choose longer-term therapy to address more complex challenges.
Psychology Services Across Brisbane & Australia
Our psychologists provide support to children, adolescents, adults, couples and families from convenient Brisbane locations, including Toowong, Manly-West and surrounding suburbs, as well as Online Therapy appointments for clients throughout Australia.
Toowong Psychology Services
Access professional psychological support from our Toowong location, supporting individuals, couples and families across Brisbane's inner-west.
Manly-West Psychology Services
Our Manly-West location provides psychological support for children, adolescents, adults and families throughout Brisbane's bayside communities.
Online Therapy Australia-Wide
Access professional psychological support from anywhere in Australia, in the privacy of your own home, wherever you are located.
Why Clients Choose Michelle Barratt Psychology
Connecting You With the Right Practitioner
Our administration team helps match clients with psychologists whose experience, therapeutic approach and areas of interest align with their needs and goals.
Evidence-Based Psychological Care
Our practitioners utilise established therapeutic approaches supported by current research and best-practice psychological care.
Support For All Life Stages
Children, adolescents, adults, couples and families can access support tailored to their individual circumstances and challenges.
Faith-Informed and Values-Aligned Support
Compassionate treatment supporting recovery and improved quality of life.
Flexible Access To Care
Choose from appointments at our Brisbane locations or Online Therapy appointments available across Australia.
Supporting People of All Ages
Helping young people build resilience and emotional well-being, and supporting adults and couples with mental health, personal growth, improved communication and life transitions.
Online Therapy Across Australia
Access professional psychological support wherever you are. Online Therapy makes it easier to connect with an experienced psychologist from the comfort and privacy of your own home, workplace or preferred location. It offers the same evidence-based psychological support while providing greater flexibility and accessibility.
Ideal for:
- Busy professionals
- Rural and regional Australians
- Individuals with mobility challenges
- Parents and carers
- FIFO and shift workers
- Anyone seeking flexible appointment options
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need a Referral to See a Psychologist?
No. You can book directly with a psychologist without a referral. However, if you wish to access Medicare rebates, you will generally require a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP.
Do You Offer Online Therapy Appointments?
Yes. Online Therapy appointments are available Australia-wide, allowing you to connect with an experienced psychologist from the comfort and privacy of your own home.
Can I Access Medicare Rebates?
In Australia, you can claim Medicare rebates for up to 10 individual psychology sessions per calendar year (Jan 1 to Dec 31) under the Better Access initiative. [1]
Which Psychologist Is Right for Me?
Our administration team can discuss your needs and help connect you with a practitioner whose experience and areas of interest align with your goals. See our Practitioners here.
How Much Do Psychologist Appointments Cost?
Fees vary depending on the practitioner and appointment type. Please email or call our team for advice or view the Book Online link on a practitioner’s profile to see current fee information. View more on our Practitioners
What Qualifications Should I Look For In A Psychologist?
Psychologists should be registered with the Psychology Board of Australia. Depending on your needs, you may also wish to consider a practitioner’s experience, areas of interest and therapeutic approach.
How Do I Know Whether I Need a Psychologist or Psychiatrist?
Psychologists provide assessment and therapy for a wide range of mental health concerns. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. Depending on your circumstances, both professionals may play an important role in your care.
Administration & Practice Support for Independent Practitioners
Michelle Barratt Psychology Administration Services supports independent practitioners.
MBP provides administrative, operational, and practice support services to psychologists, clinical psychologists, other mental health practitioners, and counsellors.
Practitioners operate independently and remain responsible for their own clinical services while benefiting from professional administrative support, bookings, marketing campaigns, patient allocation and systems offered by MBP.
Ready to Take the First Step?
Seeking support can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate life’s challenges alone. Our administration team can help answer your questions, explain appointment options and connect you with a suitable practitioner.