Psychologist (General or Clinical)

Job Description

Positive Wellbeing Psychology and Psychiatry in Armadale is expanding our private practice. If you are considering a shift into private practice or already have experience in this area, we encourage you to read on.

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About Us

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We are a highly supportive and well-established private psychology and psychiatry practice located in the tree-lined streets of Armadale. Our boutique practice features three charming, well-lit consulting rooms, a beautiful large waiting room with a fireplace opening onto a courtyard, and is nestled among delightful coffee shops just off Beatty Avenue in Armadale.

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Our Values

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We are seeking psychologists who align with our core values of:

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• Warmth
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Private practice can sometimes feel isolating. At PWPP, we have intentionally developed opportunities for connection, peer consultation, professional development and clinical support, while allowing each psychologist to maintain their own professional identity and areas of interest.

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Peer Consultation and Board-Approved Supervision

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Optional fortnightly peer consultation provides an opportunity to discuss clinical presentations, share knowledge and engage in reflective practice with other psychologists working within the practice.

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Board-approved supervision is also available where appropriate, providing an opportunity for ongoing professional development and support.

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Professional Development

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PWPP psychologists hold a diverse range of special interests, including ADHD, autism, eating disorders and disordered eating, poor body image, trauma, and therapeutic methodologies such as DBT, EMDR, Schema Therapy and The Gottman Method approaches.

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Fortnightly peer consultation provides an opportunity to learn from colleagues across these different areas of practice and can contribute towards professional development requirements.

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Tailored Support

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Psychologists come to PWPP with different backgrounds, experience and areas of professional interest. Some have established special interests when they commence, while others develop their focus areas over time.

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Our practice supports psychologists to continue developing their clinical interests while having access to peer consultation, professional discussion and practical support.

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Matching Referrals to Your Interests

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Referrals are considered based on each psychologist's experience, special interests and preferred therapeutic approaches.

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For early-career psychologists, we can also provide opportunities to develop broader clinical experience alongside peer consultation before gradually refining particular areas of interest.

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Administration Support

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PWPP provides comprehensive administrative support, allowing psychologists to and psychiatrists to focus on clinical work. This includes assistance with Halaxy, client payments, suitably matched and constant flow of referrals, welcome emails, client agreement forms and intake paperwork.

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Streamlined and Efficient Practice Systems

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Under Emily's guidance, PWPP has developed detailed processes and systems designed to make private practice straightforward and efficient.

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Accessible templates and therapy resources are available to support clinical work, with processes designed to reduce unnecessary administrative load and allow psychologists to focus on their clients.

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Mentorship for Early-Career Psychologists

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Emily is committed to supporting early-career psychologists as they develop confidence and clinical experience. Learning is viewed as an ongoing process, with opportunities to reflect, ask questions and gradually develop areas of professional interest.

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Referral Choice

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PWPP receives referrals from a broad range of sources, allowing psychologists to develop a caseload that reflects their experience and professional interests.

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Referrals are considered thoughtfully and directed according to the psychologist's areas of interest, experience and availability.

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Professional Connection and Social Opportunities

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There are regular opportunities for psychologists within the practice to connect socially and professionally including our fortnightly peer consultation.

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These opportunities are optional and provide a way to build genuine professional connections with other psychologists and allied health professionals.

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Beautiful Consulting Rooms

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Our practice is located in the leafy streets of Armadale, close to Toorak train station and surrounded by excellent coffee shops and local amenities.

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Who We Work With

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PWPP psychologists provide psychological support to adolescents, adults, children and families experiencing a diverse range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, eating disorders, body image concerns, adult ADHD, low self-esteem and sleep difficulties. Our services also extend beyond clinical concerns to support personal growth, decision‐making and problem‐solving.

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Client referrals are considered according to each psychologist's expertise and interests, helping individuals access support that is aligned with their needs.

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Referral Sources

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Referrals come from word of mouth, local and interstate GPs, psychiatrists, allied health professionals and AFL-PA, including current and former professional Australian Football League and AFL Women's players.

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Funding pathways include Medicare-funded clients and private fee‐paying clients.

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PWPP has developed a growing referral network through relationships with GPs, psychiatrists, dietitians and other allied health professionals.

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Here's What We're Looking For

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We are looking for early, mid- or late-career psychologists who are clinical or generally registered.

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We particularly value psychologists who are interested in maintaining an in‐person presence within the practice and engaging with the broader professional community at PWPP.

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• Psychologists must be fully registered with AHPRA. Endorsement is desirable but not required. Provisional psychologists who are approximately 2–3 months from obtaining general registration may also apply.
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• Experience or a special interest in areas such as eating disorders, trauma, autism, ADHD, EMDR, couples or family therapy, Schema Therapy, DBT, children and youth is desirable but not required.
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• A genuine interest in learning, reflective practice and ongoing professional development.
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• Eligibility to obtain a Medicare Provider Number, except where this is not applicable, such as couples therapy.
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• Professional and public indemnity insurance.
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• Capacity to see clients at a minimum of two days per week. To support sustainable practice, client sessions are generally capped at 5–6 per day. Availability across a mix of standard and later appointment times, or occasional weekends, is desirable.
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• Eligibility to apply for an ABN.
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• Commitment to individual supervision and ongoing professional development.
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• Genuine interest in connecting with other psychologists and professionals within the PWPp practice.
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• Longer‐term commitment to providing stable, reliable and consistent support to clients.
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Testimonials Available

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Visit our website to read feedback from current and past psychologists. These insights are provided to help psychologists considering private practice understand the professional environment, systems and support available at PWP.

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View psychologist testimonials and further information

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Any Questions We Haven't Answered?

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We welcome psychologists who are making a deliberate and thoughtful choice about their private practice environment.

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We value applicants who show genuine curiosity about our processes and have a clear sense of what they are seeking from their professional practice.

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If you have any questions, please contact us via email atinfo@positivewellbeingpsychology.com.au.