20 Mar NDIS – Setting Up Psychological Therapy

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What to expect from psychological support with an NDIS Psychologist?

Positive Wellbeing Psychology is a dedicated disability service provider in Melbourne, offering tailored therapy support through the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme). We firmly believe that counselling and psychological assistance are crucial elements in fostering greater well-being for individuals living with disabilities. At Positive Wellbeing Psychology, we provide services to both Self-Managed and Plan-Managed NDIS funding. Currently, we do not operate with NDIS-managed funding. Our team comprises experienced psychologists, bringing a wealth of expertise in disability services.

NDIS funding items we offer include:

• Individual counselling sessions aimed at promoting self-awareness, personal growth, and achieving personal goals (NDIS item 15_043_0128_1_3).
• Individual Assessment, Therapy, and/or Training (NDIS item 15_048_0128_1_3).
• In specific situations, we may provide support under the item “Behavior management plan, training in behaviour management strategies (NDIS item 11_023_0110_7_3).”

The benefit of engaging with a psychologist? 

Engaging in therapy with a warm and compassionate psychologist provides a safe space to share thoughts, feelings, and potentially maladaptive or dysfunctional behaviours without judgment. This differs significantly from conversations with friends and family, which can lead to feelings of frustration, disappointment, or hurt, even without intentional responses from them in that manner.

To improve life satisfaction and lead a happier life, it is important to engage with a trained psychologist who has experience in evidence-based treatment approaches to improve both mental health and physical health. Exploring your feelings, needs, fears, struggles, and insecurities with the right therapist can enhance interpersonal connections and positively impact various aspects of life, including mood, self-esteem, and overall life satisfaction. Reaching out to one of our NDIS psychologists can be beneficial, especially if you’re seeking online therapy support accessible across rural and metro areas throughout Australia.

What is NDIS?

The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is an initiative of the Australian Government to support individuals with disabilities. Overseen by the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), Australians under 65 years of age can apply for NDIS funding. The NDIS considers physical disabilities as well as social, cognitive, sensory, and intellectual disability. The NDIS aims to help individuals lead a happier life.

How does Psychology fit in NDIS?

The role of the NDIS is to support a better life for hundreds of thousands of Australians with a significant and permanent disability and their families and carers. The aim of our support by an experienced NDIS psychologist is to help support individuals in their physical and emotional well-being, to help improve independence and to assist with day-to-day functioning.

To access the NDIS individuals need to meet the following criteria:

● Applicants must be under 65 years of age
● Applicants must have Australian citizenship or permanent residency
● Applicants must meet the disability criteria
● Applicants need to prove that they have a mental health condition

What is the role of a psychologist in supporting individuals registered with the NDIS?

An NDIS psychologist creates a professional and safe space for clients to explore difficulties and learn a range of proven strategies to improve life satisfaction to lead a happier life.

A psychologist can help with the following areas:

● Family difficulties
● Health and illness
● Loss of a loved one
● Loneliness
● Avoidance behaviours, anxiety and worry
● Depression and loss of motivation
● Fatigued and reduced energy levels
● Addictions and substance use
● Behavioural problems
● Traumatic experiences
● Phobias and panic symptoms
● Stress in professional lives

What to expect from an NDIS psychologist?

● Identify and work towards new goals
● Find relief from negative feelings
● Feel more independent
● Reduce the impact of anxiety and depression in your life
● Find new tools and techniques for coping with challenges
● Improve your social skills to develop and enhance your relationships and feel more connected

How Positive Wellbeing Psychology can help?

At Positive Wellbeing Psychology, we are a Melbourne psychology practice nestled in the inner-eastern suburb of Malvern. One of the services offered by our warm and compassionate psychologists is to support self-managed NDIS participants. Our primary focus is to provide comprehensive support to individuals under the NDIS, aimed at enhancing their mood, fostering social engagement within local communities, and facilitating the improvement of daily living skills. We have a special interest in supporting individuals in achieving their NDIS treatment goals.

Why choose Positive Wellbeing Psychology?

Our psychologists understand that a range of factors may impact our mental health and functional limitations. Our psychologists are trained to find relevant history, early on in therapy that allows us to further understand and learn about your journey. We place you as the expert in your life experiences. Our dedicated team of psychologists are committed to supporting participants under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in achieving their goals and enhancing their quality of life. Our team emphasise a person-centred approach, tailoring interventions to meet each individual’s unique needs and preferences. We strive to create a supportive and empowering environment where participants feel heard, understood, and empowered to reach their full potential.

Our psychologists experienced in supporting individuals under the NDIS assess an individual’s history and therapy goals and needs before we collaboratively set a detailed plan of action for therapy. Our psychologists often provide suggestions on potential goals early on in therapy, based on the information you have provided to help improve life satisfaction.