Individualised, collaborative therapy grounded in shared understanding

A collaborative and reflective approach to therapy, helping you make sense of emotional and relational patterns and move toward meaningful change.

Clinical
Psychologist

Telehealth and In-
person appointments

Sense of Self Psychology is a Melbourne-based clinical psychology practice offering thoughtful individualised therapy grounded in shared understanding and evidence-based care

Anxiety & OCD

Gentle support in understanding anxious patterns and finding a steadier sense of control.

Depression & Mood Disorders

A space to explore low mood with care, and begin reconnecting with meaning and energy.

Trauma-Informed Care

Working safely through past experiences, at your pace, to help you feel more settled in yourself.

Personality Disorders

Support in understanding longstanding patterns and building more stable, fulfilling ways of relating.

Sleep & Insomnia

Exploring the thoughts and rhythms that shape your sleep, to help restore rest more naturally.

Burnout & Stress

Helping you make sense of overwhelm and find a more sustainable way

Neurodivergence

A thoughtful, individualised approach that respects how you experience and move through the world.

Substance Abuse

A non-judgemental space to understand your relationship with substances and what may sit beneath it.

Grief & Loss

Support in holding loss, in all its forms, and navigating what life looks like

Evidence-based, individualised therapy shaped around you

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

A collaborative and reflective approach to therapy, helping you make sense of emotional and relational patterns and move toward meaningful change.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

Skills-based strategies to help manage intense emotions, build adaptive coping, and navigate relationships more effectively.

Psychodynamic Therapy


A deeper, reflective approach that explores how past experiences and relationships may be shaping how you feel and respond today.

Each approach is gently integrated to support a deeper understanding of yourself, at a pace that feels right for you.

Clinical care with a personalised approach

Telehealth & In-Person Appointments

Flexible options to access therapy in a way that feels comfortable and practical for you.

Individualised Therapy

Each session is shaped around you, your experiences, and what feels most helpful in the moment.

Evidence-Based Care

Grounded in established, research-informed approaches that support meaningful, lasting change.

A thoughtful, considered therapy experience

A safe, grounded space

A calm and respectful environment where you can explore your experiences without judgement.

At your own rhythm

Therapy that moves as quickly or as slowly as you need, without pressure.

Understanding and reflection

A focus on helping you make sense of your thoughts, emotions, and patterns more deeply.

We support a range of emotional and psychological experiences

Sense of Self Psychology provides therapy that focuses on the underlying patterns, experiences, and emotions that shape how you think, feel, and relate.

Emotional Understanding

Making sense of feelings that may feel overwhelming or difficult to navigate.

Trauma-Informed
Care

Supporting you to safely process experiences in a way that feels meaningful.

Patterns & Relationships

Exploring how past and present relationships shape how you feel and respond.

A gentle, step-by-step approach

Initial Consultation

An opportunity to talk through what’s bringing you to therapy, and begin to get a sense of whether it feels like the right fit.

Understanding Your Experiences

We begin to explore your thoughts, emotions, and patterns in more depth, building a shared understanding of what’s going on for you.

Moving at Your Own Pace

Therapy continues in a way that feels manageable and supportive, with space to slow down, revisit, and adapt as needed.

Therapy Sessions

Regular sessions that provide a consistent space to reflect, process, and gradually work through what feels most important.

Session fees & rebates

Psychology Session (50 minutes)

$265+ GST

Standard fee for a 50-minute consultation.

A dedicated space to explore your experiences with thoughtful, individualised support.

Medicare Rebate (MHCP)

$119.75 /Per Session

With a valid Mental Health Care Plan for your GP, you will be eligible for a medicare rebate of $145.25 per session

Private Health Insurance

Varies

If you have private health insurance, you may be able to claim a rebate depending on your level of cover.

Meet Sara Carletti

Sara Carletti is a Clinical Psychologist with experience working within the public mental health system across both community and inpatient settings. She has supported individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health difficulties, including more complex and longstanding presentations.

Her work is particularly focused on supporting those who have experienced trauma, and helping individuals develop a clearer understanding of their emotional world. Sara is committed to creating a therapeutic space that feels safe, respectful, and collaborative, where each person can explore their experiences at a pace that feels right for them.

Her approach is primarily informed by psychodynamic psychotherapy, while also integrating evidence-based modalities such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), allowing for both deeper insight and practical support.

A few common questions about therapy

Do I need a referral to book a session?

No, you can book a session directly without a referral. If you would like to access Medicare rebates, you will need a valid Mental Health Care Plan from your GP.

Fortnightly sessions are generally recommended, with the option to increase frequency during periods of higher stress or reduce frequency if preferred. This can be discussed together in your initial session.

The first session is a chance to meet, explore what has brought you to therapy, and begin building a shared understanding of your current concerns. We’ll also talk about what you’re hoping for from therapy, at a pace that feels comfortable.

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