For GPs and Referrers
Ruhe Psychology is currently accepting new referrals.
Referral information
Ruhe Psychology provides individual psychological therapy via telehealth with Bryan Peck, Registered Psychologist.
Psychologist: Bryan Peck
AHPRA Registration: PSY0002602013
Provider number: 3061882B
Practice: Ruhe Psychology
Website: ruhepsychology.com.au
Email: ruhepsychology@gmail.com
Service mode: Telehealth only
Availability: Monday to Friday, various times
Referral details
Mental Health Treatment Plan referrals can be addressed to:
Bryan Peck
Registered Psychologist
Ruhe Psychology
AHPRA: PSY0002602013
Provider number: 3061882B
Referrals can be sent to:
ruhepsychology@gmail.com
Client Details
Ruhe Psychology currently works with:
adults
adolescents
children from 8 years of age
For children and adolescents, parent or guardian involvement and consent will be considered as clinically appropriate.
Suitable referrals
Ruhe Psychology may be suitable for clients experiencing mild to moderate concerns related to:
anxiety
depression
stress and burnout
grief and loss
adjustment difficulties
trauma-related stress
loneliness or isolation
chronic pain adjustment
body image or disordered eating concerns, where appropriate for outpatient telehealth support
substance use concerns, where appropriate for outpatient telehealth support
Therapeutic approach
Ruhe Psychology provides individual psychological therapy with a formulation-focused approach.
Core approaches include:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
collaborative and holistic formulation
practical skills-based psychological support
The focus is on helping clients better understand their current difficulties and develop workable strategies for daily life.
Presentations that may require another pathway
Telehealth psychology may not be suitable for all clients.
Referral to a more specialised, intensive, or multidisciplinary pathway is generally recommended for:
acute risk
high-complexity presentations
complex eating disorders
psychosis
bipolar disorder requiring specialist management
severe substance dependence
trauma presentations requiring intensive multidisciplinary care
I am happy to be contacted to discuss referral suitability if helpful.
Assessment services
Ruhe Psychology currently provides individual therapy rather than formal assessment services.
At this stage, Ruhe Psychology does not provide:
formal diagnostic assessments
cognitive assessments
educational assessments
neurodevelopmental assessments
forensic assessments
NDIS functional capacity assessments
Fees and rebates
Standard session fee: $173.95
Medicare rebate: $98.95 for eligible clients
Gap: $75
Medicare rebates are available for eligible clients with a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral.
Reduced-fee appointments may be available in limited circumstances for clients experiencing significant financial difficulty. Places are limited and can be discussed directly.
Communication with referring GP
Where clients are referred under a Mental Health Treatment Plan, GP communication may include:
confirmation of commencement
brief treatment updates
review letters
re-referral requests where clinically appropriate
relevant information to support continuity of care
Only relevant information will be shared.
Crisis and emergency information
Ruhe Psychology is not a crisis or emergency service.
Clients requiring immediate crisis support should be directed to appropriate emergency or crisis services.
In an emergency, clients should call 000.
Other crisis supports include:
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 463