There are quite a few psychologists at the clinic, but I can only comment on Dr Christie Sproat.

Christie has a very holistic approach. She's really good at coming up with useful strategies for dealing with stressful events or situations, as well as looking at other factors like diet, exercise, sleep, etc, which can all contribute to stress and low mood, as well as more serious mental health issues. Oh and she doesn't give out homework which is a bonus!

She is very approachable and empathetic. Everyone's different, but I found I clicked with her straight away. When I first started going, I had a lot of issues to deal with, some of them going back a long time, but with Christie's help I've been able to resolve them for the most part, something I wasn't sure I'd ever be able to do. I still see her monthly for help with strategies at dealing with everyday problems at work and in relationships etc, and I find it really useful just to check in and discuss little things that have come up since I saw her last.

There's a long wait list to see Christie (some of the others at the clinic seem to have much shorter waiting periods but again I can't say whether they're just as good). I had to wait nearly 3 months, so obviously it's not ideal for anyone with a serious mental health issue that needs urgent help, but I would still recommend going on the waiting list and getting other help in the mean time.

The reception staff are really friendly and helpful, and not at all judgmental. I've never had to wait longer than 10 mins to see Christie.

Sessions are $140 (less if you have a health care card). Sounds expensive but if you get a GP referral, Medicare will reimburse you $120 for up to around 12 sessions a year, so I only pay $20 per session, and it'd be free if you have a health care card.

Approximate cost: $20 after the Medicare rebate