Psychology Adelaide | Clinical Psychologists

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, big life changes, or just want to better understand yourself — our psychology team is here to support you. We work with people of all ages and backgrounds, offering evidence-based therapy that’s tailored to your needs and goals.

We support NDIS participants, Medicare clients, and private patients with flexible options: in-clinic and telehealth psychology sessions. Our psychologists bring experience, warmth, and a deep respect for every person’s unique story.

Psychology Services - Fees, Travel and Locations

Looking for expert psychology support in Adelaide?
At Conscious Healthcare SA, our team of qualified psychologists provides compassionate, person-centred therapy for NDIS participants and private clients. We work with children, teens, and adults from diverse backgrounds to support mental health, emotional wellbeing, and goal achievement.

Psychology fees:

$244.22/hr – Private or Medicare clients
$232.99/hr – NDIS participants

Funding options:

NDIS: Services funded through Improved Daily Living.
Medicare: Rebates available with a GP Mental Health Care Plan.
Private: Private-paying clients welcome.

Private/Medicare Services

Fee Structure

Standard Session (60 min): $244.22

Medicare rebates available

Individual therapy sessions

Couples and family therapy

Psychological assessments

Flexible scheduling options

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Trauma-Informed

Safe, supportive care that respects your lived experiences.

Neuro-Affirming

Celebrating neurodiversity with inclusive, strengths-based support.

Holistic

Tailored support using a blend of evidence-based therapy methods.

Cross-cultural

Culturally aware care that values your identity and background.

Guillermo Garcia Castillo (William)

Clinical Psychologist

Specialising in anxiety, depression, and trauma therapy with over 12 years of experience. NDIS registered provider with expertise in neurodiversity support.

CBT & ACT certified
Trauma-informed Care
ADHD & Autism Support

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Leah Camilleri

Clinical Psychologist

Specialising in anxiety, depression, and trauma therapy with over 12 years of experience. NDIS registered provider with expertise in neurodiversity support.

CBT & ACT certified
Trauma-informed Care
ADHD & Autism Support

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Ann Parker

Clinical Psychologist

Specialising in anxiety, depression, and trauma therapy with over 12 years of experience. NDIS registered provider with expertise in neurodiversity support.

CBT & ACT certified
Trauma-informed Care
ADHD & Autism Support

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Guillermo (William) Castillo

My experience of living across cultures has shaped a deep appreciation for diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and ways of being. I bring this openness into every session, aiming to create a space where clients feel respected, understood, and truly seen....

Leah Camilleri

My work is trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming, informed by clinical insight but always led by the client’s voice. My practice is firmly rooted in humanistic principles, attachment theory, and neuroscience...

Ann Parker

With over 19 years of experience in psychology, I specialise in psychological assessments for preschool and school-age children, focusing on diagnosing giftedness, intellectual disability, specific learning disorders (such as dyslexia), autism, ADHD, and FASD...

Our Approach

Welcome to Conscious Healthcare SA, where inclusivity and compassion are at the heart of our practice. We believe that therapy should be accessible and tailored for every body and mind, ensuring that everyone receives the personalised support they deserve.

Our diverse team of professionals is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where all individuals can thrive. Emphasising holistic and innovative approaches, we address the unique needs of each client, empowering them on their journey to well-being.

At Conscious Healthcare SA, we celebrate diversity and promote healing for every body and every brain. Join us in creating a more inclusive world.

Empathetic

We understand and share the feelings of our clients, creating deep connections that facilitate healing.

Inclusive

Our practice welcomes everyone, regardless of background, identity, or circumstances.

Supportive

We provide unwavering support throughout your therapeutic journey, celebrating every step forward.

What is a Psychologist?

A psychologist studies the mind, how it works, and the behavioural symptoms it can result in. They use this knowledge and understanding to support people with mental health conditions. They can specialise in specific fields of study related to different emotional, behavioural or cognitive mental health areas.

Psychologists assist patients in addressing their mental health challenges through different therapeutic approaches, management strategies, and coping mechanisms. Their main aim is to equip patients with management skills and a deeper understanding of how their mental health conditions manifest so that they can lead more involved and fulfilling lives.
How Can a Psychologist Help with Mental Health Issues?

Psychologists are qualified to assess, diagnose, and treat a broad range of mental conditions and psychological disorders. Their training and knowledge ensure they’re well-equipped to help with many mental health challenges.

While psychologists cannot prescribe medications, they can help patients through therapeutic strategies and coping mechanisms. They’ll assist patients in challenging automatic behaviours and thoughts through various approaches. These include therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT).

This can often be combined with mindfulness practices and effective, more immediate coping mechanisms when a client is experiencing heightened distress.
What Conditions Do Psychologists Treat?
Psychologists can treat and provide therapy for a range of mental health and neurodivergent conditions, mood and personality disorders. These can include:
- Anxiety and depression
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- PTSD and complex PTSD
- Neurodivergent conditions such as autism and ADHD
- Paranoia and schizophrenia, including related personality disorders
- Mood disorders such as bipolar disorder
- A range of personality disorders, such as borderline personality disorder, narcissistic personality disorder, and histrionic personality disorder
There are, of course, many other conditions psychologists treat, but the above are some of the common ones for which they’ll provide therapy.
How Can a Psychologist Help with Anxiety or Depression?

Psychologists can help patients with anxiety and/or depression in several ways, and the approach will usually differ between therapists.

A common treatment is cognitive behavioural therapy, which focuses on helping patients challenge and overcome automatic thoughts and beliefs that hold them back. It explores the link between thoughts, emotions, and resulting behaviours.

Other strategies may include the introduction of mindfulness techniques, meditation, and grounding techniques when a certain line of thought pulls patients away from the present moment.

They’ll often educate patients on the links between physical health and mental health, encouraging patients to integrate more exercise, healthy eating and better sleep schedules into their daily lives. They’ll adjust these strategies according to the client’s disability - be it mental, physical, or both.

This is just a short overview of the various ways in which psychologists may assist patients manage depression and anxiety in their daily lives.
What’s the Difference Between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?

While psychologists and psychiatrists both offer mental health support and psychotherapy, the key difference lies in the fact that psychiatrists train as medical doctors. As a result, psychiatrists can prescribe medications as part of their treatment.

Psychologists, by contrast, focus on mental health therapy and the implementation of mental health management strategies, coping mechanisms, and behavioural therapies. These therapies include CBT, psychoanalytic therapy, and DBT.

While psychiatrists do offer psychotherapy as part of their services, they may place a greater focus on treatment through medication rather than therapy itself.

Because psychologists focus on therapeutic solutions, they can be a better option for people with mental and physical disabilities or those who have a psychosocial disability as a result of disruptive mental health conditions. Psychologists can teach patients about effective therapies, strategies, and coping mechanisms that are better suited to individuals with disabilities.

If a psychologist thinks a medication could help a client in their mental health journey, they may recommend the client speak with their doctor to explore potential medicinal treatments.

How Do I Choose the Right Psychologist for Me?

Most psychologists will have a broad knowledge of common mental health conditions, with specialisations in specific fields. These could include specialisations in child-focused therapy, trauma, neurodivergent conditions, personality disorders, and so on.

The ideal approach will be to go with a psychologist who’s specialising in a field related to your specific mental health needs. That said, the dynamic and rapport you develop with your psychologist also matters.

Sometimes, a psychologist just won’t be the right fit for your personality or concerns, and you may need to consider a few psychologists until you find the one who’s right for you.
Can a Psychologist Help with Relationship Issues?

Yes, they can. Whether your relationship issue is with a spouse, family member or friend, there are psychologists who specialise in relationship conflict resolution.

Keep in mind that therapy for relationship issues, such as couples therapy, may not be covered under NDIS unless a mental or physical disability is playing a role in these specific issues. Otherwise, you can receive treatment as a private patient.
What Should I Expect During My First Session with a Psychologist?

The first session you have with a psychologist is usually focused on laying the groundwork for your broader treatment goals. Your psychologist will typically ask you what issues you’re facing and gauge your mental and emotional state.

This allows them to assess what mental health conditions or psychological disorders you may be dealing with and begin to map out a treatment plan that can be employed across sessions. If there’s time in your first session after the preliminary discussion, your psychologist will likely start discussing strategies for you to try until your second session.
How Long Does Psychological Therapy Usually Take?

Most psychotherapy sessions will be carried out in 1-hour sessions or what’s known as the ‘therapeutic hour’ - a 50-minute session with 10 minutes allotted for the psychologist at the end to make notes, handle admin, and go to the bathroom.

Sessions may be offered in shorter timeframes (30 minutes, 45 minutes) or longer sessions (1 hour+) if more appropriate and logistically possible.

In terms of how long psychological therapy takes overall, this depends on the patient and their needs. Some may require ongoing therapy over the years, whereas others may only need a few sessions at first to develop the necessary strategies.

As mental health can be complex, some patients may eventually need to return to therapy if life circumstances change.
Where Can I Find a Psychologist in Adelaide?

If you’re in need of mental health therapy and you live in Adelaide, Conscious Healthcare SA is here for you. Along with our two clinics located in North and South Adelaide, we provide in-home support in key metro areas, including Gawler, Aldinga, and Mt Barker. Our psychologists also offer telehealth (phone and video calls) throughout Australia.

We are a registered NDIS provider and offer psychological services for children, teenagers, adults, and the elderly.

To get started with Conscious Healthcare SA, you can submit a referral, call (08) 8166 4700 or email enquiries@chcsa.com.au today.

What is a Psychologist?

A psychologist studies the mind, how it works, and the behavioural symptoms it can result in. They use this knowledge and understanding to support people with mental health conditions. They can specialise in specific fields of study related to different emotional, behavioural or cognitive mental health areas.

Psychologists assist patients in addressing their mental health challenges through different therapeutic approaches, management strategies, and coping mechanisms. Their main aim is to equip patients with management skills and a deeper understanding of how their mental health conditions manifest so that they can lead more involved and fulfilling lives.
How Can a Psychologist Help with Mental Health Issues?

Psychologists are qualified to assess, diagnose, and treat a broad range of mental conditions and psychological disorders. Their training and knowledge ensure they’re well-equipped to help with many mental health challenges.

While psychologists cannot prescribe medications, they can help patients through therapeutic strategies and coping mechanisms. They’ll assist patients in challenging automatic behaviours and thoughts through various approaches. These include therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT).

This can often be combined with mindfulness practices and effective, more immediate coping mechanisms when a client is experiencing heightened distress.
What Conditions Do Psychologists Treat?
Psychologists can treat and provide therapy for a range of mental health and neurodivergent conditions, mood and personality disorders. These can include:
- Anxiety and depression
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- PTSD and complex PTSD
- Neurodivergent conditions such as autism and ADHD
- Paranoia and schizophrenia, including related personality disorders
- Mood disorders such as bipolar disorder
- A range of personality disorders, such as borderline personality disorder, narcissistic personality disorder, and histrionic personality disorder
There are, of course, many other conditions psychologists treat, but the above are some of the common ones for which they’ll provide therapy.
How Can a Psychologist Help with Anxiety or Depression?

Psychologists can help patients with anxiety and/or depression in several ways, and the approach will usually differ between therapists.

A common treatment is cognitive behavioural therapy, which focuses on helping patients challenge and overcome automatic thoughts and beliefs that hold them back. It explores the link between thoughts, emotions, and resulting behaviours.

Other strategies may include the introduction of mindfulness techniques, meditation, and grounding techniques when a certain line of thought pulls patients away from the present moment.

They’ll often educate patients on the links between physical health and mental health, encouraging patients to integrate more exercise, healthy eating and better sleep schedules into their daily lives. They’ll adjust these strategies according to the client’s disability - be it mental, physical, or both.

This is just a short overview of the various ways in which psychologists may assist patients manage depression and anxiety in their daily lives.
What’s the Difference Between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?

While psychologists and psychiatrists both offer mental health support and psychotherapy, the key difference lies in the fact that psychiatrists train as medical doctors. As a result, psychiatrists can prescribe medications as part of their treatment.

Psychologists, by contrast, focus on mental health therapy and the implementation of mental health management strategies, coping mechanisms, and behavioural therapies. These therapies include CBT, psychoanalytic therapy, and DBT.

While psychiatrists do offer psychotherapy as part of their services, they may place a greater focus on treatment through medication rather than therapy itself.

Because psychologists focus on therapeutic solutions, they can be a better option for people with mental and physical disabilities or those who have a psychosocial disability as a result of disruptive mental health conditions. Psychologists can teach patients about effective therapies, strategies, and coping mechanisms that are better suited to individuals with disabilities.

If a psychologist thinks a medication could help a client in their mental health journey, they may recommend the client speak with their doctor to explore potential medicinal treatments.

How Do I Choose the Right Psychologist for Me?

Most psychologists will have a broad knowledge of common mental health conditions, with specialisations in specific fields. These could include specialisations in child-focused therapy, trauma, neurodivergent conditions, personality disorders, and so on.

The ideal approach will be to go with a psychologist who’s specialising in a field related to your specific mental health needs. That said, the dynamic and rapport you develop with your psychologist also matters.

Sometimes, a psychologist just won’t be the right fit for your personality or concerns, and you may need to consider a few psychologists until you find the one who’s right for you.
Can a Psychologist Help with Relationship Issues?

Yes, they can. Whether your relationship issue is with a spouse, family member or friend, there are psychologists who specialise in relationship conflict resolution.

Keep in mind that therapy for relationship issues, such as couples therapy, may not be covered under NDIS unless a mental or physical disability is playing a role in these specific issues. Otherwise, you can receive treatment as a private patient.
What Should I Expect During My First Session with a Psychologist?

The first session you have with a psychologist is usually focused on laying the groundwork for your broader treatment goals. Your psychologist will typically ask you what issues you’re facing and gauge your mental and emotional state.

This allows them to assess what mental health conditions or psychological disorders you may be dealing with and begin to map out a treatment plan that can be employed across sessions. If there’s time in your first session after the preliminary discussion, your psychologist will likely start discussing strategies for you to try until your second session.
How Long Does Psychological Therapy Usually Take?

Most psychotherapy sessions will be carried out in 1-hour sessions or what’s known as the ‘therapeutic hour’ - a 50-minute session with 10 minutes allotted for the psychologist at the end to make notes, handle admin, and go to the bathroom.

Sessions may be offered in shorter timeframes (30 minutes, 45 minutes) or longer sessions (1 hour+) if more appropriate and logistically possible.

In terms of how long psychological therapy takes overall, this depends on the patient and their needs. Some may require ongoing therapy over the years, whereas others may only need a few sessions at first to develop the necessary strategies.

As mental health can be complex, some patients may eventually need to return to therapy if life circumstances change.
Where Can I Find a Psychologist in Adelaide?

If you’re in need of mental health therapy and you live in Adelaide, Conscious Healthcare SA is here for you. Along with our two clinics located in North and South Adelaide, we provide in-home support in key metro areas, including Gawler, Aldinga, and Mt Barker. Our psychologists also offer telehealth (phone and video calls) throughout Australia.

We are a registered NDIS provider and offer psychological services for children, teenagers, adults, and the elderly.

To get started with Conscious Healthcare SA, you can submit a referral, call (08) 8166 4700 or email enquiries@chcsa.com.au today.

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Psychology Services - Fees, Travel and Locations

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Private/Medicare Services

NDIS Services

Trauma-Informed

Neuro-Affirming

Holistic

Cross-cultural

Meet Our Psychology Team

Guillermo Garcia Castillo (William)

Leah Camilleri

Ann Parker

Our Clinic Locations

North Adelaide Clinic

South Adelaide Clinic

Meet Our Psychologists

Guillermo (William) Castillo

Leah Camilleri

Ann Parker

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