Psychology Clinic
The Victoria University Psychology Clinic was established in 1993. It reflects the commitment of Victoria University to western Melbourne by providing discounted psychological services to the community.
The Clinic operates as part of the professional training course for Master of Clinical Psychology students at the university. Assessment and treatment is provided by provisional psychologists who are supervised by experienced Clinical Psychologists.
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Services provided
Psychologists equip people with the skills needed to function better and to prevent problems such as work stress, relationship troubles and coping with illness from seriously affecting your life. The Clinic can address these concerns, as well as provide assessment and counselling treatment for:
- depression and grief
- anxiety
- child behaviour problems
- disordered eating
- learning difficulties
- family difficulties
- difficult life events.
If you are unsure whether we can help you with your problem do not hesitate to contact us. We will also provide information and referral for other services, if appropriate.
Group programs
At various times of the year the Clinic provides education and therapy groups (8-10 clients). These groups reflect the areas of expertise of the Clinic's supervising staff and are related to the following issues:
- parenting and child behaviour problems
- anxiety, social skills and depression.
If you are interested in one of our group programs, please contact the Clinic Manager.
VU Students please note:
The VU Psychology Clinic is a service for the general public and is not available to Victoria University students. Students have access to counselling through the Student Counselling Service.
The Clinic does not provide medical treatment or a crisis intervention service. We do not provide a 24‑hour service. If you are looking for immediate assistance, you should call LifeLine on 13 11 14.
We do not provide assessments or reports for legal or Workers Compensation proceedings.
Referrals
The Clinic provides services to people of all ages from any location. Referrals can be made by local agencies, doctors, health professionals or teachers. Alternatively, you may ring the Clinic directly and refer yourself or a family member. Treatment is only provided by appointment.
Once a referral is accepted, a clinic worker will contact you to arrange a first appointment at the most convenient location. Appointments can be scheduled after normal business hours if required.
For all referrals please contact the VU Psychology Clinic Office.
Clinic locations
The main Clinic is located at our St Albans Campus, in Building 3-North (3N). It has purpose built rooms and is wheelchair accessible with a ground level entrance and adjacent free parking for clients.
Outreach services were established in 2008 to cater for the needs of those in the south western region of Melbourne. Our Outreach Clinics at Hoppers Crossing and Spotswood are operated in partnership with Westgate Health Support Services. They contain counselling rooms located within the Support Service complex.
Fees and pricing
Fees for individual therapy are on a sliding scale based on family income. Services are currently free for low income earners. Please contact the Clinic Manager for further details and ask about our free service.
The Clinic charges organisations a fee for services based on an agreed fee scale. Learning assessments attract a flat fee.
Contact us
Administrative Officer: Dianne Niemczyk
Email: dianne.niemczyk@vu.edu.au
Clinic Manager: Dr Carolyn Deans
Email: carolyn.deans@vu.edu.au
Victoria University Psychology Clinic Office
St Albans Campus
PO Box 14428
Melbourne VIC 8001
Phone: +61 3 9919 2353
Fax: +61 3 9919 2773
CRICOS Provider No. 00124K