Business Details
Trusted Mental Health Services in Melbourne
Engage 1 On 1 operates two clinics in Northcote and Forest Hill, offering mental health services for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Our team of registered psychologists utilises evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioural therapy, to address a wide range of mental health concerns. We provide school-based services in over 40 metropolitan Melbourne schools, supported by GP Mental Health Care Plans, and offer telehealth counselling. Our psychologists hold advanced qualifications and maintain current Working With Children checks.We specialise in anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD assessments, and cognitive evaluations, with NDIS, TAC, and WorkSafe approvals. Our therapeutic approach combines compassion, inclusivity, and integrity to foster emotional resilience and personal growth. We maintain high ethical standards and prioritise ongoing professional development to ensure quality care. Our services include individual therapy, parenting support, and school-based interventions tailored to client needs.
Services
Clinic Psychology
School-based Services
Cognitive Assessments
ADHD Evaluations
Telehealth Counselling
Mental Health Care Plans
NDIS Services
TAC/WorkSafe Claims
Parenting Support
Emotional Resilience Programs
Highlights and features
- We offer immediate capacity for new referrals including counselling and assessments
- Our team consists of registered psychologists with expertise across all age groups
- NDIS-approved providers with TAC and WorkSafe accreditation
- School-based services available at no cost through GP Mental Health Care Plans
- Telehealth counselling accessible across Australia
Services
Clinic Psychology
Our clinic-based psychology services address anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues for all age groups. Experienced clinicians use evidence-based techniques like CBT and mindfulness to develop coping strategies. Sessions occur in Northcote and Forest Hill clinics with flexible weekday and Saturday availability.
School-based Services
Free school-based psychology services operate in 40+ Melbourne schools through GP Mental Health Care Plans. Therapists work with students, families, and wellbeing coordinators to build emotional resilience and social skills. Services include individual therapy and classroom support without cost to families or schools.
Cognitive Assessments
Comprehensive cognitive evaluations using WISC-V, WPPSI-IV, and WAIS-IV tools identify learning strengths and challenges. Three-session process includes developmental history, testing, and report feedback. Helps diagnose intellectual disabilities, giftedness, or learning disorders with detailed cognitive profiling.
Telehealth Counselling
Secure telehealth sessions provide accessible mental health support across Australia. Available for individual therapy, parenting guidance, and follow-up appointments. Same-day and after-hours options available with registered psychologists specialising in anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
ADHD Assessments
Specialised ADHD assessments for children and adolescents aged 6-18 use Connors 3 tools with multi-informant feedback. Three-session process includes teacher/parent questionnaires, attention testing, and treatment recommendations. Identifies comorbid conditions and develops targeted intervention strategies for home and school environments.
People
Amanda Cotta
Principal Psychologist
Clinical Psychologist with expertise in CBT, mindfulness, and EMDR therapy. Specialises in working with adolescents, adults, couples, and groups. Provides clinical supervision to team members and maintains a caseload across both clinic locations.
Alison Horder
Registered Psychologist
Experienced in anxiety, depression, and trauma therapy. Member of Australian Psychological Society with focus on evidence-based treatments. Utilises CBT and interpersonal therapy approaches to support client emotional wellbeing and personal growth.
Cait Barr
Psychologist
Specialises in psychodynamic and acceptance-based therapies for young adults. Focus areas include anxiety, identity issues, and trauma recovery. Affirming approach for LGBTQI+ clients and incorporates socio-cultural factors in treatment planning.
Dr James van Cuylenburg
Clinical Psychologist
Doctor of Clinical Psychology with 15+ years' experience. Expertise in mood disorders, trauma therapy, and family functioning. Former Head of Wellbeing at Newhaven College, now offering clinic and telehealth services across Melbourne.
Sallyann Kempler
Trauma Specialist
20+ years' experience in trauma-informed therapy for sexual assault, family violence, and PTSD. Skilled in group therapy and affect regulation techniques. Provides culturally sensitive support for clients across the lifespan.
Questions
Are school-based psychology services free?
Yes, our school services are bulk-billed through Medicare with a GP Mental Health Care Plan. No costs apply to students, families, or schools.
What qualifications do your psychologists hold?
All psychologists have Masters degrees or doctorates, AHPRA registration, and current Working With Children checks. Specialisations include CBT, trauma therapy, and child psychology.
How many Medicare rebated sessions can I access?
Initial six sessions with GP review, then up to 10 total annual sessions. Unused sessions may roll over to the following calendar year with GP extension.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, secure telehealth sessions are available Australia-wide with most psychologists, including after-hours and weekend options.
Can I claim assessments through Medicare?
Counselling with a Mental Health Care Plan is covered, but cognitive and educational assessments aren't Medicare-rebatable services.
What happens if I need to cancel an appointment?
24-hour notice required (excluding Sundays/public holidays). Late cancellations incur a $110 fee to ensure fair access for all clients.
Reviews (2)
Ruby Stevens
Nov 10, 2021
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Dr Zahra had a lack of empathy which upset me quite a lot. It took me years to finally get through the process of reaching out for psychology services. Very disappointing and a waste of money.
Clare Gross
Jun 17, 2017
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I never even managed to see the psychologist I was booked into on two separate occasions as the admin staff here seem to be pretty incompetent. The first time they didn't let me know that the psychologist was running quite late so I waited and waited and then left as I was so upset. The second time they apparently changed my appointment without telling me so I turned up an no-one was there. Not going back, even though the psychologist I spoke with via email seemed lovely.
