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Mr Ben McKechnie   MAPS

Medicare Psychologist Provider

Medicare Clinical Psychologist Provider

Telehealth available

Ben is a Clinical Psychologist with over 17 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families. He has a particular interest in couple and family therapy, helping people navigate conflict, communication difficulties, and emotional disconnection.

Ben has held leadership roles as Clinical Stream Lead for a youth severe personality disorder clinic and a youth mood disorder clinic. He has also completed family assessments for the Children�s Court, bringing a strong understanding of relational and developmental needs.

He supports clients experiencing low self-worth, identity struggles, anxiety, parenting concerns, and the impacts of trauma or early relationships. Ben draws on Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and family systems to help people understand stuck patterns and create meaningful change.

Available Appointment Times

Weekdays 9am - 5pm

Weekdays after 5pm

Weekdays before 9am

Fees (45 to 60 - minute session)

* $201 - $220

** Bulk billing is not available

* Talk to the psychologist about out-of-pocket costs
** Talk to the psychologist about any conditions that may apply

Services Offered

Anger management

Conflict resolution

Depression

Family violence

Personality disorders

Relationships

Self-harm

Stress management

Workplace bullying

Anxiety & phobias

Couples therapy

Diverse sexualities

Life transition & adjustment issues

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

School issues

Sexual abuse

Suicide

Bullying

Cross-cultural

Divorce/separation

Parenting

Post-natal depression

Self-esteem & self development

Shyness & social skills deficits

Work stress

Client Types

Adolescent

Couple

Group

Older adult

Adult

Family

Indigenous

Organisation

Therapeutic Approaches

CBT

Family Therapy

Other Services

Supervision - General

Supervision - Registrar

Areas of Practice Endorsement

Clinical Psychology