FAQ

Here you’ll find answers to common questions about:

  1. Location and frequency of sessions

  2. Availability

  3. Formal accreditation

  4. Intake process

For information about costs, please go to the Fees and Funding page.

Location and frequency

Where are you?

Bodybrains HQ is in Monbulk, which is in the Dandenong Ranges. For online sessions, my timezone is AEST/AEDT (Melbourne).

Can you travel to my home or another location?

I do travel to homes, schools and other sites - so this may be possible, depending on the location and timing. Additional fees for travel will usually apply.

Do you do online sessions/telehealth?

Yes. This works really well for some people, although it’s not for everyone. This option means we can work together regardless of where in the country you are.

Can I come to you?

Very possibly. I have access to a spacious, calm studio adjoining a bushland reserve in Monbulk. This is used by other therapists, so it depends on availability.

How often are sessions?

Most people I work with choose to have sessions at either weekly or fortnightly intervals. This enables us both to hold a regular, predictable timeslot for a period of time. Although you can stop whenever you want, I usually suggest a series of 3-10 sessions (known as a cycle), after which we check in and decide whether to continue for another cycle, pause, or conclude.

An initial session can be a good idea to see how we fit together in person (if I’m the right person to support you) before planning a longer cycle.

Availability

What is your availability?

Availability depends on your preferred location - for example, an online session may be available at a time when an in-person session is not. Please fill in this form to let me know what you’re looking for, and I will provide scheduling options as a next step in the process.

Session hours are scheduled Monday to Friday during standard business hours.

While I don’t have set office hours, but I’ll usually be able to respond to emails within a few days. I do not have a receptionist, which is why I encourage emails (rather than phone calls) as a first point of contact.

Formal accreditation

What is your registration/qualification?

I am an arts therapist registered with ANZACATA as Professional Member. This requires me to undergo regular professional development and supervision.

Professional Members of ANZACATA are considered allied health practitioners by the standards of Allied Health Professions Australia.

My qualification is Master of Creative Arts Therapy (Dance Movement Therapy) from the University of Melbourne.

Intake process

To make a referral or lodge your interest in working with me, please fill out this service request form. I will use the information supplied to contact you and determine the suitability of Bodybrains for your needs. Filling out this form will start the process, and I’ll contact you with a response as soon as possible.

If you have are seeking something other than individual session work, or have a more general enquiry, you can email: hello@bodybrains.com.au