Very Helpful Chats
Mobile 0466 079 621
I help women with anxiety, ADHD, Autism & chronic illness get out of their own way... and start living their best life! We will tackle issues including low self-esteem & confidence, negative body image, low energy and low mood, the stress of carrying the mother-lode (doing everything and still feeling guilty about not doing enough). We will combat the obstacles that keep you stuck in unhelpful patterns. We will also find your skills in self-compassion, self-acceptance and self-care
I work with neurodivergent adults - that is ADHD'ers and Autistic adults - with or without formal diagnosis. I also work with people with chronic health issues, chronic pain and chronic illness.
I only work via telehealth - phone or web based consultations.
Medicare mental health treatment plans (MHTPs) are available for clients with an eligible mental health condition. You will need to make a long appointment with your GP to obtain one, or you can also use an existing MHTP addressed to another psychologst
ACT, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Trauma-Informed
Psychology is about conversation. When you make an appointment with a psychologist, you are signing up for a chat with someone you don't know yet. But, it is a different type of conversation than the kind you have with your friends and family.
What will make our chats very helpful?
1. Our chats are one sided - they are all about you. Our chats are not reciprocal like the kind we have with our family and friends; psychology appointments are an opportunity to take time out just for you.
2. We chat with a purpose in mind. The point of our conversations is to move you towards your goals, whatever they might be.
3. Lastly, it is the private emotional space we create during our conversation - it is safe to talk about difficult things.
I graduated from the University of Sydney with a B.A. in Psychology (2004) and a Masters of Health Science (2006). I am a Member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc., a peak body for psychology advocacy in Australia.
I became a Registered Psychologist in 2007. I started my career working with families who were clients of the child protection and foster care system - clients who had experienced loss, trauma and complex risk factors such as mental illness, substance abuse and family violence.
In 2011, I began working in private practice and have worked with adults with neurodivergence, disability, carer responsibilities, trauma survivors, mental health challenges, and mental illness.
Telehealth appointments are available on weekdays. There is currently a waiting list for new clients of approximately 3 months.
Telehealth only - phone or Zoom.
Initial 50 minute appointment = $250.00
Ongoing 50 minute appointments = $220.00
A Medicare rebate of $88.25 is available for eligible clients.
Health fund rebates depending on your cover.
NDIS- self or plan managed.
Appointments can be booked through emailing admin@veryhelpfulchats.com.au
A deposit of 50% of the fee is required to make an initial appointment.
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Nicolle GriffinPsychologist, Counsellor |
I help women with anxiety, ADHD, Autism & chronic illness get out of their own way... and start living their best life! We will tackle issues including low self-esteem & confidence, negative body image, low energy and low mood, the stress of carrying the mother-lode (doing everything and still feeling guilty about not doing enough). We will combat the obstacles that keep you stuck in unhelpful patterns. We will also find your skills in self-compassion, self-acceptance and self-care...