Finding suitable mental health support in Carlton when you’re an NDIS participant can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health conditions, accessing the right psychological support is essential for your wellbeing and independence. Clarity Psychology provides individual psychological therapy for NDIS participants in Carlton and surrounding areas, with a focus on evidence-based treatment delivered by experienced psychologists.

Understanding NDIS-Funded Psychology Services

Mental health support through the NDIS works in two main ways. Some people have NDIS plans specifically because of psychosocial disability—where a mental health condition significantly affects their daily functioning. Others have NDIS plans for physical, intellectual, or other disabilities and can still access psychology services to support their mental health needs.

NDIS participants do not need a referral to access psychological support, though your NDIS plan must include appropriate funding for therapy services. Psychology services typically fall under the Capacity Building category of your plan, specifically within Improved Daily Living supports.

Individual Therapy Services at Clarity Psychology

Clarity Psychology specialises in providing individual psychological therapy for adults experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. Our Carlton clinic, located at the corner of Elgin and Lygon Streets, offers a convenient location for inner Melbourne residents.

Our psychologists use evidence-based therapeutic approaches tailored to your specific needs, including:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Schema Therapy
• Mindfulness-based interventions
• Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

These approaches focus on helping you understand and manage your mental health symptoms, develop practical coping strategies, and work towards your personal goals.

Mental Health Conditions We Address

Our psychologists work with NDIS participants experiencing various mental health conditions and their functional impacts. These include:

• Depression, including postnatal depression
• Anxiety disorders (generalised anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder)
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and trauma responses
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Bipolar disorder symptoms
• Anger management difficulties
• Grief and bereavement
• Sleep disorders
• Self-esteem and confidence issues
• Life transitions and adjustment difficulties
• Impacts of domestic violence
• Addiction concerns
• Personality disorder symptoms

Our focus remains on how these conditions affect your daily functioning and what therapeutic support can help you manage symptoms more effectively.

NDIS Funding Types We Accept

Understanding your NDIS plan management type is essential for accessing psychology services. Clarity Psychology works with two types of NDIS funding arrangements:

Carlton Clinic Location and Accessibility

Our Carlton clinic is easily accessible via public transport, particularly for those living in Carlton, Parkville, North Melbourne, Fitzroy, Collingwood, Brunswick, and other inner northern suburbs.

Transport Options to Carlton Clinic:

• Tram Routes 1 and 6 stop at the corner of Elgin and Lygon Streets
• Short walk from Melbourne CBD
• Accessible from Carlton and Princes Park tram stops
• Street parking available nearby

Carlton Clinic Contact: 9349 2745

We also have a second location in St Kilda (9959 8377) and offer telehealth appointments for those who prefer online sessions or have mobility considerations.

What to Expect from NDIS Psychology at Clarity Psychology

Individual therapy sessions focus on your specific mental health needs and goals. During your first appointment, your psychologist will take time to understand your current challenges, discuss your NDIS goals, and collaboratively develop a treatment approach that suits you.

Sessions provide a confidential space where you can work on managing symptoms, developing new skills, and addressing the ways mental health conditions impact your daily life. The therapeutic relationship between you and your psychologist forms the foundation for meaningful change.

Our psychologists work independently to provide psychological treatment—we do not offer NDIS plan navigation, system advocacy, or support coordination services. Our focus remains on providing quality individual therapy.

Taking the Next Step

If you’re an NDIS participant in Carlton looking for an NDIS psychologist to support your mental health, Clarity Psychology may be able to help. Before booking, confirm that your NDIS plan includes funding for psychology services under Capacity Building (Improved Daily Living) and check whether you’re self-managed or plan-managed.

You can book appointments online through our website at www.claritypsych.com.au or contact our Carlton clinic directly at 9349 2745. Our St Kilda clinic can be reached at 9959 8377.

Taking steps to address your mental health is important, and having the right therapeutic support can make a meaningful difference to your wellbeing and daily functioning.