Open Minds Studio - Psychologist in Essendon, Melbourne.

Open Minds Studio is a psychology practice based in Essendon, Melbourne, offering therapy for individuals, couples and families navigating mental health, relationship challenges and life transitions. Our space is designed to feel like home, where each step of your mental health journey is met with care, warmth and understanding. We welcome clients in-studio in Essendon with a coffee or tea waiting for you on arrival, or online across Australia.

A mind is like a parachute. It doesn't work if it is not open - Frank Zappa

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A mind is like a parachute. It doesn't work if it is not open - Frank Zappa 〰️

How we can help you

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Our team

We’re proud to be an all-female and animal-friendly team of Psychologists, with vast experience working across all mental health conditions. From trauma-informed care to men’s mental health, to relationship and life adjustments, we can support you.

How to get started

Complete an intake form today, and we can get you started

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • No unless you want to claim a rebate.

    With a referral from you GP you can get a rebate for 1:1, perinatal, family planning, parent-child and DVA psychology sessions.

    However a referral is not needed to get started if you wish to pay the full fee privately.

  • At intake, your medicare, debit/credit card and bank details are collected and stored safely on our system.

    This allows us to process payments and rebates quickly ensuring you get your rebate sooner.

    We do not take cash or have an eftpos system at the clinic for security purposes.

  • We accept Medicare, DVA, TAC, Work cover, Victims of Crime, and Private paying.

    If you wish to make a private health claim, we can send you your paid invoice for your submission with your provider.

  • You are welcome to change or cancel your appointment time up to 3 days prior.

    3 days or less will incur a 50% cancellation fee.

    Same day cancellations result in the full fee being charged.

    Please head to our policies page for more details.

  • We are in a small suburban house on Keilor road. Look for the large sign out the front that says Open Minds Studio.

    Ensure to walk up the left hand side footpath and you will see our front door. Let yourself in, say hello to reception and be seated.

  • Of course, your welcome to have them in session with you or in our waiting area if you feel more comfortable.

  • There is 2 hour street parking out front of the house giving ample time for your session and returning to your car.

    The Route 59 tram also stops within a 1-minute walk of the house.

  • Yes.

    Ensure to mention you would like this options at intake so you are allocated accordingly.

  • No, unfortunately we do not provide court reports.

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