Silvia Kennett -

Psychologist

Silvia Kennett is a registered psychologist who works across the lifespan: child – adolescent – adult. She works with individuals, couples, and families. The focus of interventions is to address underlying reasons which cause distress.

About

My name is Silvia Kennett and I am a registered psychologist and a member of the APS (Australian Psychological Society).

I provide services to individuals, couples, and families in need of counselling and psychological interventions. I incorporate CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and interpersonal counselling techniques to manage mood and anxiety presentations for children, adolescents, and adults.

I focus on the fundamental principles of Positive Psychology which foster the identification and utilisation of personal strengths and abilities.

I value the therapeutic relationship and strive to work in collaboration with my client in managing sensitive issues with confidence and in a confidential manner.

In addition, I have a background in primary and secondary teaching, speak two languages fluently (English and Spanish) and am attuned with cross cultural issues. I have also worked as a counsellor in primary, secondary and university settings.

Services

Silvia implements appropriate evidence-based approaches that best meet the needs of her clients. Silvia utilizes the following therapies:

Children and Adolescents

Specialized support for young minds dealing with developmental challenges, anxiety, ADHD and behavioural concerns.

Adults

Comprehensive therapy for anxiety, depression, relationship issues, career challenges, adjustment issues and personal growth.

Seniors

Dedicated support for aging-related concerns, life transitions, grief and maintaining cognitive health.

Sessions

Sessions run for 50 minutes and are available in three formats: on a one-to-one basis, as a couple, or as a family. Sessions can be face to face or via secure telehealth.

Therapies used

Silvia implements appropriate evidence-based approaches that best meet the needs of her clients. Silvia utilizes the following therapies:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Solution Focused/Brief Therapy

  • Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy

  • Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy

  • Internal Family Systems

  • Family Therapy

  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)

  • Neurofeedback (which is a type of biofeedback that focuses on the neuronal activity
    of the brain)


Counselling is available for individuals presenting with:

  • Anxiety Disorders

  • Depression

  • Adjustment Disorder

  • Phobias

  • PTSD

  • Behavioral Issues

  • School Issues and School Refusal

  • Self Esteem Concerns

  • Grief and Loss

  • Anger Management

  • Adjustment Issues (e.g., Separation and/orDivorce)

  • Social Skills Concerns

  • Communication and Parenting Issues

  • Cross Cultural Issues

  • Bullying

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder

  • Academic Performance

  • Learning Difficulties

  • Panic Disorder

  • Stress Management Issues

  • Work Issues

  • Intellectual Disabilities

Fees

Appointments from 5pm and after attract a $20 premium, as do Saturday appointments.

Standard

$223

p/session

50-minute consultation

Explore current concerns

Set goals and expectations

Develop treatment plan

After Hours

$243

p/session

50-minute consultation

Explore current concerns

Set goals and expectations

Develop treatment plan

Family/Couple

$255

p/session

50-minute consultation

Explore current concerns

Set goals and expectations

Develop treatment plan

Medicare rebate

Medicare provides support to individuals through a variety of rebate programs. Your eligibility for this support will be determined and coordinated by your family doctor. To check if you are eligible, please contact your GP. Under the Better Access to Mental Health Care Initiative, conditions such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, GAD, Adjustment Disorder, conduct disorder, PTSD, ADHD and eating disorders amongst others, can claim a Medicare rebate. If you have a valid referral from your doctor, you can claim a Medicare rebate of $96.65 per session.

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Contact

To enquire or make an appointment, call on phone 0437 828 788 or fill out the form below:

Location

You can find Silvia at the following locations:

My Health St Helena 212 Aqueduct Road, St Helena, Victoria 3088

Renew Health Shop 1, Diamond Village Shopping Centre 78-92 Nepean St, Watsonia, Victoria 3087