No, you do not need a referral to book a psychology session. However, if you do not have a referral and Mental Health Care Plan from your GP, you will not be eligible for a Medicare rebate. This means that the full session fee will be out of pocket.

Lara sees adults 18+ only.

Lara provides individual therapy via Telehealth to adults. You can read more about Lara and the treatment approaches she can provide here.

Lara does not see children, adolescents, couples or groups for therapy sessions. Lara does not provide services under NDIS, Workcover, Victims Services or Open Arms.

Lara does not provide reports for court matters or third-parties as this is out of her scope of practice.

Online therapy via Telehealth/video allows more people to access therapy than ever before. Telehealth can be conducted from the comfort of your own space using a compatible device and secure internet connection. This means that anyone in Australia can access services at Lara Beaton Psychology.

Online therapy is conducted in the same way as in-person therapy and the same services can be provided. Research shows that online therapy can be just as beneficial as in-person therapy, however it may not be suitable for everyone.

Online therapy may not be for you if you prefer engaging with a Psychologist in-person or if you do not have a private and quiet space in your home for your sessions to take place.

If you are unsure if online therapy is for you, please reach out at hello@larabeatonpsychology.com and Lara can discuss if online therapy may be a good fit for you specifically.

For online therapy, you will need a compatible device (ie laptop, ipad/tablet or smartphone with video call features), a secure and high-speed internet connection and a quiet and private space in your home for the session to take place.

Once your online session is booked, you will receive an appointment confirmation email containing your online therapy link, which you will need to click on at the time of your appointment.

Online sessions are conducted via Zoom, so you may need to download the free Zoom app or program on your compatible device.

Starting therapy can be overwhelming! It is our priority that you feel comfortable and safe in taking that first step. Lara is warm in her approach and will collaborate with you to ensure you feel supported in your first session and throughout treatment.

In this initial session, Lara will also conduct an intake assessment to find out more information about your situation. This helps her to develop a treatment plan to address your specific concerns.