Your Psychologist
Senior Clinical Psychologist & Director
Shelley Bird
BSc., GradDipPsych, MPsych (ClinPsych)
Board Approved Supervisor
"I'm Shelley. It's nice to meet you."
I'm a Clinical Psychologist offering innovative therapy approaches. My background includes work at major Melbourne hospitals managing both physical and mental health conditions. I integrate evidence-based psychological treatment with movement, allowing flexibility in session format — we can ditch the chair, if you want to.
I specialise in helping adults achieve self-sufficiency in mental health management across various life challenges. My method combines structured, goal-oriented work with attunement to individual client needs.
"We can ditch the chair — if you want to." Shelley Bird
Therapeutic Models
Evidence-based approaches
Compassion Focused Therapy, Body & Physiology focused work, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-informed therapies.
Professional Memberships
Affiliations
Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA)
Compassionate Mind Foundation
In-Person
Face-to-face at our Thornbury consulting room
Telehealth
Secure video sessions from wherever you are
Walking Therapy
Outdoor sessions — available upon request
Availability
Welcoming new referrals
- Monday & Tuesday 9am – 3pm
- Alternate Wednesdays 2pm – 8pm
- Thursday 2pm – 8pm
Fees
Investment in your wellbeing
Medicare clients receive rebates of $145.25 (in-person/telehealth) or $169.95 (off-site walking sessions). After-hours consultations (sessions outside 9am–5pm on weekdays, or weekends) incur additional fees. Annual rate adjustments apply.
A GP referral with a Mental Health Treatment Plan is required for Medicare rebates. We also accept private, WorkSafe, and TAC clients.
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