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Mr Francisco Rivas Rivero   MAPS
https://psychology.org.au/francisco

Medicare Psychologist Provider

Medicare Clinical Psychologist Provider

Telehealth available

I�m a senior clinical psychologist and psychotherapist, and the founder of Ascent Psychology in Newstead, Brisbane. I have over 23 years of experience working across private and public mental health settings in Australia and overseas.

In my work, I aim to provide a space where people can explore their experiences openly and at their own pace. Many of the individuals I see are managing a great deal internally, like anxiety, overthinking, or relationship difficulties, while continuing to function well in their day-to-day lives.

I take a psychodynamic approach to therapy, which means we focus on understanding the deeper patterns that shape how you think, feel, and relate to others. This often involves exploring past experiences, emotional responses, and recurring themes that may not be immediately obvious.

I offer sessions in English and Spanish, both in person and via telehealth.

Available Appointment Times

Saturdays

Weekdays 9am - 5pm

Weekdays after 5pm

Weekdays before 9am

Wheelchair access

Fees (45 to 60 - minute session)

* Over $240

** Bulk billing is available

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

Services Offered

Adult survivors of sexual abuse

Anxiety & phobias

Couples therapy

Drug dependence

Grief & loss

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Self-harm

Work stress

Alcohol dependence

Body image

Depression

Eating disorders

Hoarding disorder

Panic Disorder

Post-natal depression

Sexual abuse

Anger management

Bullying

Dissociative Identity Disorder

Gambling

Motivation in sport

Personality disorders

Relationships

Sleeping disorders

Client Types

Adolescent

Couple

Older adult

Adult

Family

Therapeutic Approaches

Family Therapy

Psychoanalysis

IPT

Psychodynamic

Language(s) other than English

Spanish

Interventions

Internet Counselling

Motivational interviewing

Phone counselling

Skype

Telehealth (MBS)

Areas of Practice Endorsement

Clinical Psychology