Creating an effective EAP sector
Employee assistance programs now and into the future
Article summary:
Many organisations rely on independent Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) to address their legislative requirements via the provision of psychological and counselling support.
Over recent years,...
Last reviewed Jul 2024
APS advocacy and initiatives for employed psychologists
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As well as its support and advocacy for psychologists in private practice, the APS engages in a range of activities to support those who are employed in public sector settings and non-government organisations (NGOs). There is sometimes the perception that the APS works mainly ...
Published Jun 2017
APS National Schedule of Suggested Fees and item numbers for psychological services
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The APS National Schedule of Suggested Fees and item numbers for psychological services lists the APS suggested fee schedule in place from 1 July 2024 until 30 June 2025.
It provides suggested fees for different consultation types and lengths. It also provides guidelines fo...
Last reviewed Jul 2024
Insomnia: the mismatch between treatment demand and access
There are lots of misconceptions around insomnia, including that it's easy for Australians to access therapy and that all psychologists know how to treat it. We spoke to a sleep expert about how psychologists can upskill in this important area.
Two to three million people ...
Last reviewed May 2024
Going with the flow: exploring Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
This third-wave therapy approach is an effective way to help clients design a new internal narrative, and it can be particularly useful with children.
Article summary:
Jodie Wassner MAPS, educational and developmental psychologist, explains how acceptance and com...
Last reviewed Jun 2024
Psychologists' end-of-financial year checklist
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As the end of financial year (EOFY) draws close, APS has compiled a checklist to support its members to enter FY25 with confidence.
As the new financial year approaches, it's crucial for psychologists to stay organised and proactive. Whether you’re early in your career and...
Last reviewed Jun 2024
Models of private practice: A practice guide for psychologists
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This practice guide for psychologists provides an overview of some of the different models of private practice used in Australia, and the possible business structures.
It covers:
Sole trader
Independent associates contributing to shared resources
Partnership
Com...
Last reviewed Aug 2018
Innovation in model of service delivery to meet the needs of empowered schools
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The context
Western Australia’s Department of Education, employs over 300 school psychologist FTE, equating to 400 psychologists, providing services to students (Kindergarten to Year 12) across 800 public metropolitan, regional and remote schools. The School Psychology ...
Published May 2017
Identifying the signs of coercive control and family violence
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In recognition of the national focus on the elimination of violence against women, family violence expert Carmel O’Brien outlines best practice when it comes to diagnosing and treating this insidious form of psychological trauma.
Our understanding of coercive control as a ...
Last reviewed Jul 2024