Compassionate Psychology Services in Melbourne and Online
Siobhan McKenna
Psychologist
BA Social Science (Psychology),
B Psych Honours, M Clinical Psych
Siobhan McKenna is a registered psychologist and clinical registrar with a Master’s in Clinical Psychology. Her professional experience spans diverse settings, including hospitals, schools, community services, and private practice.
Siobhan works with clients facing a broad range of psychological challenges, including anxiety disorders, depression, and existential concerns. She has a particular passion for supporting those navigating trauma, chronic illness, grief, and loss.
A caring approach
With a warm and reflective approach, Siobhan creates a safe and supportive space for clients during times of distress and uncertainty. Her goal is to empower individuals to uncover and utilize their inner strengths, facilitating growth and adjustment through life’s challenges.
Siobhan incorporates a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches to achieve meaningful outcomes for her clients, including:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR)
Whether you’re seeking support for a specific concern or looking to improve your overall wellbeing, Siobhan provides professional, empathetic care tailored to your unique needs.
FAQ
How do I access a Medicare rebate?
You can access a Medicare rebate for psychological services by getting a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) from your GP. Having a MHCP means you can access 10 Medicare rebates per calendar year. Please bring your MHCP to your first session.
Private Health Insurance
Some private health Insurers reimburse for psychological services. Please refer to your health insurer for details.
Synergy 888 does not process these rebates, however, will provide invoices for you to claim from your private health insurance.
What is the cost of a session?
Psychological Services
$200 - 50 minutes (weekday appointments between 9am - 5pm)
Medicare Rebate – Registered Psychologist: $96.65
Out of pocket expense: $103.35
$230 - 50 minutes (after hours appointments Mondays between 5pm – 8pm)
Medicare Rebate – Registered Psychologist: $96.65
Out of pocket expense: $133.35
$260 - 50 minutes (Saturday appointments at East Melbourne location only)
Medicare Rebate – Registered Psychologist: $96.65
Out of pocket expense: $163.35
What is the cancellation policy?
Synergy 888 requires 24 hours’ notice in the event of cancellation.
When less than 24 hours’ notice is given for a cancellation, 100% of the session fee will be charged. This is because the time has been reserved for you and it is a loss in multiple ways; a loss to another client who urgently wanted to see a psychologist, a loss to the psychologist who has spent time preparing for the session, and a loss to a client delaying therapeutic progress.
After I book an appointment, what happens next?
Once your appointment is confirmed, you’ll receive an email with an intake and consent form.
You will receive 2 reminders by email and SMS, 48 hrs & 24 hrs before your appointment.
Giving Back
To The Community
Siobhan offers her psychological services to The Disaster Response Network (DRN) providing support at no charge, to eligible organisations.
The Disaster Response Network (DRN) is a national volunteer network of APS psychologists with specialist training in supporting first responders affected by trauma and critical incident stress.
Working with Primary Health Networks, NGOs and other emergency service providers they proactively check the mental health of frontline staff who are repeatedly exposed to stressful and traumatic events in the course of their work.
Those exposed to crisis situations often need support from specifically trained psychologists. The DRN enhances existing systems, to ensure these individuals stay emotionally healthy, resilient and avoid burnout (APS, 2024).