Find the Right Support for You

At Dear Mind Psychology, we provide evidence-based clinical psychological support to help you navigate life’s challenges. Whether you’re managing anxiety, trauma, or major life changes, we offer expert care tailored to your needs.

Psychology Services in Townsville

Individual Therapy

Struggling with any of the following? Therapy can help.

Emotional & Mental Health Challenges

Anxiety, stress, or panic attacks
Depression, low mood, or lack of motivation
Burnout and emotional exhaustion

Trauma & Adjustment

PTSD or past traumatic experiences
Grief, loss, or major life transitions, including career shifts and high-performance transitions
Recovering from emotionally abusive relationships

Cognitive & Behavioural Concerns

Overthinking and difficulty making decisions
Difficulty managing anger or emotional outbursts
Perfectionism, self-criticism, or low self-esteem

Social & Relationship Difficulties

Navigating relationship conflicts or trust issues
Struggling with communication or setting boundaries
Feeling disconnected or isolated in personal relationships
Managing parenting stress & behavioural challenges.
Balancing career demands with personal well-being and relationships

Performance & Motivation Challenges

Performance anxiety and stress under pressure
Recovering from setbacks, injuries, or self-doubt
Maintaining motivation, focus, and goal-setting

Therapeutic Approaches We Use

We use evidence-based interventions tailored to your needs, including:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) strategies
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp)
Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT)
Gottman-informed strategies for individuals
Mindfulness-Based Therapies
Art Therapy

Therapy is personalised to your goals and needs. Contact us to book a session or learn more.

Supervision & Peer Consultation

Supporting the next generation of psychologists and mental health professionals.

Clinical Supervision – For provisionally registered and early-career psychologists (including Clinical Psychology Registrars) seeking guidance on case formulation, evidence-based practice, assessments, and ethical decision-making.
Peer Supervision & Consultation – Open to experienced clinicians looking for a collaborative space to refine skills, discuss complex cases, and gain new perspectives.

Interested in supervision? Let’s chat about what you need.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our psychological services, assessments, and how we can support your mental well-being.

At Dear Mind Psychology, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

We are located in the Cowboys Centre of Excellence (Hutchinson's Building), next to the Queensland Country Bank Stadium in Townsville.

Parking: Short-term visitor parking is available at the front of the building. You can park in the ones marked X for short term parking and in the 2-hour parking spots.

Finding Our Office:

Enter the building and head towards the elevators.
Take the elevator to Level 2.
Upon exiting, turn left into the corridor.
Walk past the toilets on your right and the plant room on your left.
Our office is located just past the plant room.

Landmark: If you see Deadly Choices, you’ve gone too far—turn back!

We look forward to seeing you. If you need further assistance, feel free to contact us.

A standard clinical psychologist session lasts 50 minutes, though this can vary depending on individual needs and the therapeutic approach used.

The number of sessions varies per person. Some clients see improvements in just a few sessions, while others may require longer-term support. Medicare provides rebates for up to 10 sessions per calendar year under a Mental Health Treatment Plan.

🔹 Many clients benefit from fortnightly sessions and booking in advance to secure their preferred time.

No, Dear Mind Psychology is not a Medicare bulk billing practice. There will be an out-of-pocket cost unless funded by a third party such as Open Arms, DVA, or NDIS, etc.

Under the Better Access to Mental Health Care initiative, rebates apply for clients with a Mental Health Treatment Plan:

$96.65 for general psychologists
$145.25 for clinical psychologists

Private health insurance may also provide rebates—please check with your provider

A Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP) allows clients to access Medicare rebates for psychological services. This can be obtained from your doctor.

Referrals should be addressed to:

Rose Facey, Clinical Psychologist

Dear Mind Psychology

Suite H3, Level 2

26 Graham Murray Place

Railway Estate, Townsville QLD 4810

eFax: +61 73495 2315 or emailed: reception@dearmindpsychology.com.au

A Clinical Psychologist is a highly trained mental health professional who specialises in understanding, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of mental health conditions, emotional difficulties, and behavioural challenges.

They have advanced training in assessing complex mental health issues, such as severe anxiety, depression, trauma, and psychosis, and use evidence-based therapies to help clients work through these challenges. The education and training of clinical psychologists takes eight years.

No referral is required for private sessions. However, to claim a Medicare rebate, a referral and Mental Health Treatment Plan from your doctor are necessary.

Yes! We offer telehealth sessions via video or phone to provide flexible, accessible support, especially for those in remote areas.

Your privacy is our priority. Everything you share stays between us, unless safety is a concern. Yes! Psychologists are bound by strict confidentiality and privacy laws. Information remains confidential unless there is a legal requirement to disclose (e.g., risk of harm to yourself or others).