Therapeutic Programs
Things to note: Participants are required to book an intake appointment before they commence the Intro program. Intakes are up to an hour and a half, can be conducted online, and assess suitability for the programs. Please read over the Group information and use our Sign Up form so we can contact you for an intake appointment. At the conclusion of Group, participants will be invited for a feedback appointment to discuss progress in group, additional supports and any feedback for group. This appointment will run for up to an hour.
1. Intro program
This is a weekly in-person program that runs continuously from 29 April to 8 December 2025. Participants can attend blocks of six sessions at a time. This program introduces psychoeducation about the impact of adverse events on one’s nervous system, interpersonal engagement and distorted cognitions. The program teaches grounding and emotional regulation skills to actively create a sense of internal safety and stabilisation of self.
2. Recovery programs
This is a closed ten week (20h) treatment program that continues to build on establishing an internal sense of safety. The Intro program (six sessions)is a pre-requisite. Once stabilised, you will start identifying self-defeating cognitions and external states (i.e. conflictual relationships) that are familiar patterns of engaging, but unhelpful in establishing a stable sense of yourself. This treatment program will offer an opportunity to identify vulnerable states and develop greater capacity for emotionally intimate interpersonal engagement in personal and professional domains of life. The goal of the Recovery program is to consolidate a healthy adult self capable of making meaning of their past for a productive present and future. There are only two intakes in 2025: 2 June 2025 & 25 August 2025
3. Maintenance
This is a weekly program for participants who have completed the Recovery program, or at least twelve months of an insight-oriented individual intervention. The goal of this program is to work on consolidating the gains of treatment, and to continue to work on your individual treatment goals. Next intake: October 2025
Programs for Separated Parents
Co-Piloting Separation
An online seminar-style program that runs for six weeks, aimed at navigating the challenges in early separation. Topics: communication, child development, changeovers and adjusting to a new way of co-parenting.
Program Information and Terms
Group therapy is suitable for adults willing and able to make a commitment to better understand themselves. Participants who experience mood, anxiety, adjustment, personality and/or relational issues may find these programs useful.
Intro program: An open, rolling style group therapy program that welcomes people from all walks of life. Useful to those wanting to explore and understand themselves, and try out group therapy.
Recovery program: A closed treatment group program to build and establish an internal sense of safety. Completion of at least six sessions in the Intro program is a pre-requiste.
Maintenance program: A program to consolidate treatment gains and stay accountable as you work through treatment goals. Suitable for participants who have completed the Recovery program, or have engaged in insight-oriented therapy for at least 12 months with an individual practitioner.
Co-Piloting Separation program: Suitable for separated parents seeking assistance with navigating the challenges of separation.
Intro program: Intakes are completed prior to engaging in the Intro program. This program runs from Tuesday 29 April 2025 to Monday 8 December 2025 and participants are invited to attend six consecutive sessions at a time. Participants may choose to attend more than one block of six sessions.
Recovery programs: A closed treatment group program running for ten weeks at a time. The first group commences 2 June 2025, and the second group commences 25 August 2025.
Dates for first group: Mondays 2 June, 9 June, 16 June, 23 June, 30 June, 7 July, 14 July, 21 July, 28 July & 4 August
Dates for second group: Mondays 25 August, 1 September, 8 September, 15 September, 22 September, 29 September, 13 October, 20 October, 27 October & 3 November
Maintenance program: Intakes in October 2025
Co-Piloting Separation program: Online six one hour sessions commencing 30 June 2025.
Intro, Recovery & Maintenance Programs are all in-person at Ballow Chambers, Lower Ground Floor, Suite 6/121 Wickham Terrace, Spring Hill.
Co-Piloting Separation Program: Online via Zoom. Link provided before scheduled program.
Run by experienced Clinicians at Child & Family Matters:
Dr. Latika Sadashiv (Director, Counselling & Clinical Psychologist, EMDR Consultant in Training, Single Expert Witness & Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner) – Dr. Latika Sadashiv has worked with family systems and attachment disruptions as a therapeutic practitioner since 2005. Her clinical expertise is in trauma processing, attachment and relational disruption, psychological safety in relationships, and neurodivergence.
Dr. Manuela Russo (Provisional Psychologist & Neuroscientist) – Dr Manuela is a Provisional Psychologist who provides a compassionate and supportive environment for clients across the lifespan. She works from a person-centred approach and strives to create a warm, neuro-affirming, and safe space in treatment.
Intake appointment: Up to an hour and a half. Total investment $150.
Intro program: Billed at one block of six sessions (1.5h/session). Total investment $450. Additional blocks may be purchased.
Recovery program: Billed at one block of ten sessions (2hr session). Total investment $1000.
Maintenance program: Billed at one block of twelve sessions (1.5h/session). Total investment $900.
Co-Piloting Separation program: Billed at one block of six sessions (1h/session). Total investment $300.
Feedback (exit) appointment: Up to an hour. Total investment $150
Payment options for the program are as follows:
- Full Payment a week prior to commencing a program.
- Installment option: Payment of 50% a week prior to commencing a program. Agreement reached with the Clinic about the payment of the remainder fee.
- Programs are billed hourly at $50, $75 for 1.5hrs & $100 for 2hrs.
- Rebates of $49.05 (90mins) and $36 (60mins) are available per session (please consult your GP). The total out-of-pocket cost per program is $155.70 for Intro, $509.50 for Recovery, $409.50 for Maintenance and $84 for Co-Piloting Separation.
- Rebates will be processed following each session.
Please note that Medicare will cover 10 group therapy sessions per calendar year in addition to 10 individual therapy sessions with a different practitioner.
Attending all sessions is strongly encouraged to gain the full benefits of the program. If you are unable to attend a session, you may be offered an opportunity to attend an individual session. This is an additional cost to you.
By signing up for one of our Group Programs, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
Intakes: Participants are required to book an intake appointment before they commence Intro program. Intakes are up to an hour and a half, which can be conducted online, and to assess suitability for program and provide information for participants. To book an intake please read over the Group information and use our Sign Up form to be contacted for an intake appointment.
Pre-requisites: Our Intro, Recovery and Maintainence therapeutic programs or designed to be attended in order. The intro program is a pre-requiste to engage in the Recovery program and the Recovery program is a pre-requiste for the Maintainence program.
Feedback (exit) appointment: At the conclusion of group, participants will be invited to complete a feedback appointment. This will go for up to an hour and is a chance to discuss with one of the Clinicians your progress in group, additional supports and any feedback for group.
Rebates and Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP): To receive Medicare rebates of $36 (60mins) and $49.05 (90mins), you must obtain a valid Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) from your GP prior to the start of the program. Medicare will cover up to ten group therapy sessions per calendar year.
Attendance and Participation: These programs are designed over the duration of five or more sessions depending on the program. There may be take-home tasks to practice the skills taught in group sessions. By enrolling, you agree to attend all sessions in person. If you are unable to attend a session, you may be offered an opportunity to attend an individual session. This is an additional cost to you.
Cancellations and Refunds: Refunds or adjustments are not available for missed sessions. Individual sessions may be offered in lieu of missed sessions to keep you on track.
The Clinic reserves the right to reschedule sessions due to unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be notified promptly if this occurs.
Commitment to the Program:
Enrolling in this program signifies your commitment to the journey and your readiness to engage in the skills and learning process.
Confidentiality:
To maintain a safe and supportive environment, all participants agree to respect the privacy and confidentiality of other group members. Information shared in the group cannot be disclosed outside the sessions.
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For questions or concerns contact the Clinic on 07 3053 5052. To sign up please use the form below.
Group Therapy Sign-Up
Circle of Security Parenting Group (COSP)
At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security Parenting™ program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened.
COSP is run by our experienced Family and Parenting Specialist Josie Sinnamon.
Learning Objectives of the Program:
• Understand your child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs
• Support your child’s ability to successfully manage emotions
• Enhance the development of your child’s self esteem
• Honor your innate wisdom and desire for your child to be secure
For Expressions of Interest for Circle of Security Parenting Groups with Josie for please ‘Click here‘. Josie currently offers individualised and group programs. Please note: Groups are held in-person only and are limited to five participants per group. For information on individual telehealth COSP please contact Josie.