Psychologist in Spotswood
Spotswood is about 16 minutes by car from the clinic; sessions can also be held by telehealth. We see adults in person, and adults and adolescents (12+) by telehealth.
Clinic Details
Location
399 Queen Street, Altona Meadows VIC 3028
about 14.6 km, roughly 16 minutes by car from Spotswood
Opening Hours
Mon-Fri: 8am - 5:30pm
Sat & Sun: Closed
Contact
(03) 4252 8176
reception@cymp.com.au
Spotswood at a glance
Basic demographics for Spotswood (Hobsons Bay) from the ABS Census 2021 QuickStats. They describe the suburb, not our clients.
2,820
Residents
37
Median age
49.2%
Families that are couples with children
32.2%
Homes being rented
26.8%
Residents born overseas
Spotswood is a small area (about 2,820 residents), so these percentages can swing widely between Census counts. Treat them with care.
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021.
Mental health in Spotswood
8.4%
of people in Spotswood reported a long-term mental health condition (including depression or anxiety) in the 2021 Census. That is close to the figure for Australia (8.8%) and for Victoria (8.8%).
Spotswood is a small area, so treat this figure with care: a change of a few people can shift the percentage noticeably.
Source: ABS Census 2021 QuickStats, Spotswood; comparison figures from Australia and Victoria QuickStats.
The wider picture
The ABS National Study of Mental Health and Wellbeing (2020-22) found that among people aged 16 to 85, 21.4% in Victoria (21.5% Australia-wide) had a mental disorder in the previous 12 months. Anxiety disorders affected 17.4% in Victoria (17.2% nationally) and affective disorders such as depression 7.6% (7.5% nationally). These are state and national figures; the study does not report them for individual suburbs. ABS source.
What these numbers do and don't mean
- Census figures describe the suburb, not our clients. They tell you nothing about who attends our practice.
- The Census figure is self-reported: it counts people who chose to list a mental health condition as a long-term health condition. It is not a diagnosis count, and it is not the same measure as the survey's 12-month disorder prevalence, so the two should not be compared directly.
- Small differences between suburbs are not meaningful. Age mix, willingness to report and access to health services all influence what people record.
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How we can help people in Spotswood
Spotswood is a small suburb: about 2,800 people, a median age of 37, and 49.2% of families are couples with children. With a population this size, Census percentages can move a lot from one count to the next, so treat them as a rough outline rather than a precise measure.
The clinic is about 14.6 km away, roughly 16 minutes by car. Some people find it easiest to do therapy from home or a private space at work by telehealth, and keep in-person visits for when they suit. Both are available for adults; adolescents aged 12 and over are seen by telehealth.
With 32.2% of homes rented, many households change over time, and moving, new jobs and shifting family arrangements are common reasons people seek a psychologist. Brett Mackie works with anxiety, depression, trauma and stress-related concerns, and Natalie Bryson (provisional psychologist, supervised) sees adolescents on Fridays. Availability changes, so please check with reception.
Results vary between people, and we cannot guarantee any particular outcome. Your psychologist will talk through the options with you before starting.
Getting to us from Spotswood
Our rooms at 399 Queen Street, Altona Meadows VIC 3028 are about 14.6 km, roughly 16 minutes by car from Spotswood (Google Maps, fastest route, usual traffic, checked 27 September 2026). Travel times vary with the time of day. There is free on-site parking, and in-person sessions for adults are available Monday to Friday, 8am to 5:30pm.
If you would rather not travel, telehealth is available Australia-wide for adults and adolescents aged 12 and over. Read more about telehealth or see our fees and Medicare rebates.
Psychology services for people in Spotswood
We offer a range of therapies. What is suggested depends on your needs, and results vary between people.
Individual Therapy
Support for anxiety, depression, trauma and life challenges (adults in person or by telehealth)
EMDR Therapy
Trauma-focused therapy using Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing
Adolescent Telehealth (12+)
Telehealth support for young people with anxiety, low mood and school pressures
Therapies We Offer
Approaches are chosen with you, based on what you are dealing with.
EMDR
A structured, evidence-based therapy that helps people process distressing memories so they may feel less intense over time.
Clinical Hypnosis
A therapeutic technique that uses focused attention and suggestion, usually alongside CBT. It may help some people with anxiety, pain and some habits; results vary.
VR Therapy
A therapy that uses immersive virtual reality to support you in working with fears, phobias, and anxiety in a controlled, gradual setting.
ACT
A mindfulness-based therapy that helps you accept difficult experiences while committing to actions aligned with your values.
Common questions from Spotswood
How far is the clinic from Spotswood?
Our rooms at 399 Queen Street, Altona Meadows VIC 3028 are about 14.6 km, roughly 16 minutes by car from Spotswood (Google Maps, fastest route, usual traffic, checked 27 September 2026). Free on-site parking is available. Travel times vary with traffic.
Do you offer telehealth for Spotswood residents?
Yes. Telehealth is available for adults and adolescents aged 12 and over, which avoids the roughly 16-minute drive each way from Spotswood. In-person sessions are for adults at our Altona Meadows rooms. Natalie Bryson (provisional psychologist, working under supervision) sees adolescents aged 12 and over, and adults, by telehealth on Fridays from 10am to 2pm. Brett Mackie (Registered Psychologist) has limited availability, so please contact reception or join a waitlist.
Can I use Medicare to see a psychologist if I live in Spotswood?
Medicare rebates apply to sessions with Brett Mackie when you have a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan. Sessions with Natalie Bryson are private ($80) with no Medicare rebate. We are not a registered NDIS provider, so we can only see NDIS participants who are self-managed or plan-managed. Fees and eligibility are explained on our fees page.
More answers are on our FAQ page.
Ready to book?
We welcome people from Spotswood for in-person sessions in Altona Meadows or by telehealth.
Availability changes from week to week. Brett Mackie is not taking new clients at the moment, so you can join his waitlist or ask reception about other options. Our provisional psychologist, Natalie Bryson, sees adolescents (12+) and adults by telehealth on Fridays (private fee, no Medicare rebate).