ABOUT | Vara Psychology

About Us

Here at Vara Psychology, we believe therapy should feel like a safe return home, calm, welcoming, and grounded in trust. Our approach is collaborative and client-centred, built on the quiet agreement that healing and growth happen when you feel truly seen, heard, and supported.

With specialised training in evidence-based treatments for trauma and PTSD, particularly within military contexts, and over five years of direct work alongside veterans and their families, our principal psychologist, Josh, brings not only professional expertise but also a genuine respect for military culture and an understanding of the unique challenges it brings.

As a registered Department of Veterans’ Affairs provider, we’re able to support eligible veterans through DVA funding pathways.

If you’d like to take the next step, please reach out, we would be glad to walk alongside you on your journey.

SERVICES

Individual therapy sessions, and DVA Permanent Impairment Reports

WE CAN HELP WITH

ADHD assessment/management, Depression, Anxiety and phobias, Emotional Impact of Infertility, Trauma, Men's Emotional Wellbeing, Problematic use of Internet Pornography, Panic Disorder, Trichotillomania, Relaxation, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Anger management, Grief & loss, life transition & adjustment issues, Shyness and social skills deficits, Social Anxiety, and more.

THERAPY MODALITIES I USE

EMDR, CBT, SFT, Neuroscience, ACT, and Schema Therapy.

INDIVIDUAL THERAPY

A one-on-one space to explore your experiences, build insight, and create meaningful change in a safe, supportive environment.

PERMANENT IMPAIRMENT REPORTS

A comprehensive psychological assessment that evaluates the long-term impact of an injury or condition on daily functioning and wellbeing.

SESSIONS, FEES & REBATES

At Vara Psychology we are focused on providing the best quality service to you in a timely manner. That’s why you won’t need a Mental Health Care Plan, Private Health Insurance, DVA, or another funding pathway to access support.

However there are options available if you’d like to lower the cost of your appointment.

Initial Consult $250
(after medicare rebate, initial consults are $151.05)

Medicare Rebates Provided
(with approved GP Mental Health Care Plan)

Private Health Insurance, DVA Cards

Subsequent Sessions $220
(after medicare rebate, subsequent sessions are $121.05)

DVA Assistance
(with approved GP Mental Health Care Plan)

All of our sessions are 50 minutes long and can be either online or in person. Appointments cancelled with more than 24 hours' notice will not incur a fee. Missed appointments or cancellations made with less than 24 hours' notice will incur a 50% cancellation fee.

Our rates are below industry-recommended fees. From 1 July 2025, the recommended fee from the Australian Psychological Society (APS) is $318 per session, and $330 from the Australian Association of Psychologists (AAPi).

You don’t need a GP referral to attend a session at Vara Psychology; however, you will need a Mental Health Care Plan if you would like to access a Medicare rebate. We accept Private Health Insurance and DVA cards/rates.

About Us

SERVICES

SESSIONS, FEES & REBATES

Initial Consult $250 (after medicare rebate, initial consults are $151.05)

Medicare Rebates Provided (with approved GP Mental Health Care Plan)

Private Health Insurance, DVA Cards

Subsequent Sessions $220 (after medicare rebate, subsequent sessions are $121.05)

DVA Assistance (with approved GP Mental Health Care Plan)

Initial Consult $250
(after medicare rebate, initial consults are $151.05)

Medicare Rebates Provided
(with approved GP Mental Health Care Plan)

Subsequent Sessions $220
(after medicare rebate, subsequent sessions are $121.05)

DVA Assistance
(with approved GP Mental Health Care Plan)