about us
We all seek solace from difficult thoughts and emotions which can overwhelm our experience from time to time.
Life can be hard, and difficult experiences are not a sign of failure but a sign that support is needed. We believe everyone has the strength to live the life they value and we are here to provide some skills and support along the way.
Solace psychology is a client focused psychology practice where we prioritise creating a judgement-free and comfortable therapeutic space for significant change to occur.
Solace Psychology values providing a high level of therapeutic skill and professionalism. We are trained in Psychology and provide only evidence-based therapies. Our practice is LGBTIQA+ inclusive, culturally sensitive and trauma informed.
Allow us to support you today.
Our Services
services
We work with adolescents, adults and older adults experiencing:
Emotional difficulties and ups and downs in mood
Couples counselling
Eating Disorders
Distressing thoughts linked to physical, sexual or emotional abuse
Personality issues such as ongoing difficulties within relationships and with self-identity
Depression
Anxiety, worry and perfectionism
Obsessive compulsive disorder
Stress, burnout and lethargy
Guilt and shame
Adjustment to life changes
Grief and loss
Low self-esteem, self-critical and demanding inner voices
ADHD skills training
Therapeutic approaches
Depending on your needs and preferences we use a variety of evidence-based approaches including:
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)
Mindfulness based therapies
Acceptance and commitment therapy
Dialectical behavioral therapy
Emotion focused therapy
Schema therapy
Compassion focused approaches
Our Psychologists
Our team of clinicians are experienced, warm and use only evidence based therapies which are tailored to our clients needs.
Nazli Kayhan - clinical psychologist
Master of Clinical Psychology
Karla lomagno - CLINICAL Psychologist
Master of Clinical Psychology
Justin Kelly - Clinical Psychology Registrar
Master of Clinical Psychology
Robyn Begg - provisional Psychologist
Bachelor of Psychological Sciences & Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology
seda mergen – Psychologist
Master of Counselling Psychology
Beverley Tyrrell - CLINICAL PSYCHologist
Master of Clinical Psychology
Libby Perkins - PSYCHologist
Master of Counselling Psychology
DR alla demutska - clinical PSYCHologist & COUPLES COUNSELLOR
PhD in Clinical Psychology
Sally Horne - Provisional PSYCHologist
Master of Science in Coaching Psychology
Bachelor of Health Sciences/ Chinese Medicine
Qualified teacher in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction & Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
Martin Mitrevski - Clinical PSYCHology RegistrAr
Master of Clinical Psychology
Luke Bamford - Clinical Psychologist
Master of Clinical Psychology
Dr. Claire Fowler - Clinical Psychologist
Doctorate of Clinical Psychology
Our Locations
Solace Psychology has practices in two convenient locations in Melbourne's inner north - Carlton North and Coburg. Both locations are easily accessible via public transport and both locations have free public parking facilities (Coburg also has free private parking facilities)
625 Nicholson St, Carlton North
16 HARDING ST, Coburg
FAQ
How long is each session & how many sessions will i need?
Sessions last approximately 50 minutes. The number of sessions depends on your goals in therapy. This can be discussed in the initial session.
what will therapy be like?
The first few sessions are based around assessment. Your psychologist will have some questions to get a good understanding of your difficulties, your life experiences and your goals for therapy. This is also a good opportunity for you to assess whether your psychologist is a good fit for you. Following the assessment, you will have a collaborative discussion with your psychologist on how to move forward with treatment.
what if it isn't the right fit?
After the first few sessions if you have any concerns or just feel that the relationship was not the right fit, your psychologist or our admin team will be happy to support you in suggesting other community groups, psychologists or ways forward.
fees
Our fees range from $120 with a Provisional Psychologist and $210- $265 per session with a Psychologist/Clinical Psychologist.
Although you do not require a referral to see a psychologist, a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP (also referred to as a Medicare referral) may entitle you to 10 sessions within a calendar year at a rebate from Medicare (ranging from $93 - $136).
Please see your GP, who will assess your eligibility for the Mental Health Care Plan.
The full fee is processed in session and the Medicare rebate is paid directly into your nominated bank account.
Private health rebates are also available depending on your level of cover.
Contact Us
Call US
Call us during business hours (9:00am - 5:00pm, Mon - Fri) for a confidential discussion about our services or to book an appointment
Phone: (03) 7043 7070
Fax: (03) 9012 4350
Join our teaM
We are on the lookout for an experienced, attuned and goal focused clinician to work a minimum of 2 days in either location or via telehealth.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to connect. Please click below to submit your CV and cover letter (optional).
If you’d like to have a chat with our Practice Director, Nazli Kayhan, please call (03) 7043 7070
What we are looking for
We would love to hear from psychologists and allied health clinicians with the following skills & experience:
Experience working with a diverse range of presenting difficulties in a collaborative and focused way.
Great interpersonal skills and a commitment to regular communication with the treating team.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development and supervision.
A Masters or Doctoral degree.
Current registration with AHPRA or appropriate body.
Your own ABN
Eligibility for registration with Medicare.
Professional and public indemnity insurance.
Current Working with Children check and police check.
“I worked with Solace Psychology for four years before beginning my own private practice. It was such a wonderful space to launch a career as a psychologist. I worked as a consultant and worked independently, managing my own calendar, billing, communication with Medicare and with GPs etc. The organisation provided monthly supervision, room rental, client referrals, template letters, and an online booking and payment program. The supervision provided is both kind and intelligent. There is great flexibility and I was treated with warmth and respect.”
“Solace Psychology is a well-managed private practice that allows Sub Contractors almost complete autonomy over the choice and number of clients you work with. There are no stressful meetings with the practice manager about the number of cancellations or taking on new clients. The work is satisfying and the culture, relaxed.”
