Melbourne Psychology. Joel Godfredson.
About us
At Melbourne Psychology Practice we deliver a high standard of individualised psychological therapy. Postgraduate trained therapists achieve this by applying evidence-based therapies within ethical guidelines, whilst emphasising respect, individuality, collaboration and mutually agreed goals.
We specialise in treating people who are experiencing:
Dr Joel Godfredson, Clinical & Forensic Psychologist
Joel is a registered clinical and forensic psychologist. He has completed the Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) at Monash University, with an additional specialisation in forensic psychology. Joel has presented his research at conferences in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Austria and Italy.
In addition to working in private practice, Joel is employed in a forensic mental health service, where he prepares reports for courts and other agencies and provides psychological treatment to people with problem behaviours.
Schema Therapy is an in depth approach aimed at exploring underlying 'schema' which might contribute to problems. Schema can be described as personality traits and unhelpful coping mechanisms. The identification of schema involves the use of a personality questionnaire and an in depth history discussion.
Approaches are applied on an individual basis. No two clients receive exactly the same treatment, because no two clients are the same.
At Melbourne Psychology Practice we utilise only evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Schema Therapy.
The aim of CBT is to address unhelpful thinking associated with negative mood states. Unhelpful thinking usually takes place in the form of cognitive distortions, which are patterns or generalisations in thinking which are common to people with anxiety or mood problems. By identifying distortions and engaging in helpful thinking, clients become better able to reduce negative mood states.
Fees
Under a mental health plan, clients can claim back $122.15 per session for up to 10 sessions per year. There is a small gap fee which is dependent on your individual circumstances.
Melbourne Psychology Practice is located in Fitzroy.
Mobile: 0416 078 376
Email: joel_godfredson.com
