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Are you struggling with some aspect of your life? Feeling stressed, anxious, depressed or in pain? Speaking to a psychologist may help you have a better understanding of your symptoms or issues, as well as develop strategies and tools to manage more effectively in your daily life. Taking the first step to admitting you need help can be hard, and finding the right person to assist can be a challenge, so why choose Live Well Now Psychology?

We provide short, medium and long-term therapy for adults and adolescents in a quiet, relaxed home-based practice, or via Telehealth for your convenience.  We offer services through Medicare, Work Cover, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), private health, NDIS (self managed plans only), Redress,  and we are providers to Australian Defence Force personnel. We are able to conduct assessments and prepare psychological reports, as well as offerConsulting Room consultation and supervision to other health professionals. Live Well Now Psychology is conveniently located in Shailer Park on the Southside of Brisbane, 5 minutes off the M1 motorway just 25 minutes from the CBD, half way between Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

Join us at Live Well Now Psychology, where your well-being is our top priority, and together, we can navigate your path to a healthier, more balanced life.

Meet Our Team

Amy Howie

Amy Howie, PsychologistI am the Principal Psychologist and Director of Live Well Now Psychology, established in 2012. With over 20 years of experience as a psychologist, I have had the privilege of assisting numerous clients across all stages of life, each presenting with a diverse range of concerns. My primary focus is on working with adults, and I have a special interest in addressing anxiety disorders, trauma, stress, grief, life transitions, and adjustment to injury.

Drawing from a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Emotion-Focused Therapy, I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client. Additionally, I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) for the treatment of trauma and anxiety. My therapeutic style is warm, supportive, practical, and non-judgmental, ensuring that you feel supported on your journey toward a more valued and fulfilling life.

Choosing to work with me means embarking on a collaborative journey where we, including my beloved golden retriever, Bella, work as a team to help you build the life you envision.

I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Applied Psychology. I am registered with the Australian Board of Psychology and am a full member of the Australian Psychological Society. These credentials ensure that I adhere to the highest professional standards, follow a strict Code of Ethics, and engage in regular professional development. Moreover, as a Board-Certified Supervisor for provisional psychologists, I offer individual or group clinical supervision and mentoring for psychologists, counsellors, and other professionals.

Karmen Russell

My therapeutic style is supportive, empathetic, and compassionate. I am committed to creating a safe space where clients feel comfortable from the moment they enter the therapeutic environment. I believe strongly in working collaboratively with clients to ensure they feel valued and actively involved throughout the therapeutic process. To achieve this, I tailor my approach to each client’s unique needs, drawing from evidence-based therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Person-Centered Therapy, and Schema Therapy.

Beyond therapy, I have extensive experience in providing diagnostic assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). I take pride in truly understanding the individual needs and goals of each client and providing a strength-based approach tailored to help them achieve these goals.

I work with adults and adolescents and my areas of interest include, but are not limited to:
– Anxiety Disorders including Specific Phobias, Panic Disorder and OCD
– PTSD and Trauma processing
– ASD and ADHD Assessment and treatment
– Addiction
– Grief & Loss
– Depression
– Relationship and Interpersonal Difficulties
– Parenting skills
– Adolescent Mental Health
– Social Skills
– Emotional Regulation

I hold a Bachelor of Psychology (Hons) and a Master of Clinical Psychology and am a fully Registered Psychologist with AHPRA. I look forward to working together to ensure you lead the life you deserve.

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Hours

Our hours are by appointment only. Most appointments are conducted in normal office hours from 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday.  

Booking an Appointment

Appointments  and enquiries can be made by:

To allow us to keep our consultation fees as low as possible we do not have a receptionist and are unable to take calls during consultations.  However, your enquiry is important to us so please leave a clear message and we will return your call as soon as possible, usually within an hour or two. A referral is  not required to make an appointment but is required to obtain a Medicare rebate.

Fees

Counselling with a psychologist is more affordable than most people realise, with possible rebates from Medicare or private health. With a Doctor’s referral you may be eligible for a $96.65 Medicare rebate leaving an out of pocket expense of just $123.35 for most sessions.

Individual SessionsFeeMedicare Rebate *Out of Pocket Expense
Initial counselling session in business hours$270$96.65$173.35
Subsequent counselling session in business hours$220$96.65$123.35

* The Medicare rebate is applicable for up to ten sessions per calendar year if you have a Mental Health Care Plan from a GP. 

Couple/Family SessionsFee
Initial counselling session in business hours$350
Subsequent counselling session in business hours$300

Private health fund rebates may apply, please check with your fund. Medicare rebates are not applicable for couple/family sessions.

Consultation fees are due at the time of your appointment. We accept cash, credit, Eftpos and direct deposit.  For your convenience we have HICAPS for rebates from participating private health funds. Medicare rebates can usually be processed electronically at the time of your appointment and be deposited by Medicare into your linked bank account the next day. Please ensure you have linked your account with Medicare on the MyGov site.

Please enquire for fees relating to Work Cover, Victims of Crime, insurance claims, Employee Assistance Programs,  reports and professional supervision. Where eligible, fees will be billed directly to the insurer.

Cancellations

We understand that from time to time emergencies occur that prevent you being able to attend your scheduled appointment. However, last minute cancellations cost our business a lot in lost income and prevent others from accessing services when needed. We therefore appreciate it if you can give us at least 2 days notice if you need to re-schedule. Cancellations within 24hours will incur a $50 cancellation fee. No shows or cancellations within 2hours will incur the full fee.  To help you avoid cancellation fees an SMS reminder will be sent to you the day before your appointment, but please set your own reminders.

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