Preparing for a first session
You do not need a polished story. Consider what feels hardest now, what you want to be different and any preferences that help you feel comfortable.
Explore therapy →Resources
Explore practical starting points for therapy, adult assessment, EMDR, NDIS support and preparing for your first appointment.
These resources are designed to help you understand your options before you book. They are general information, not individual clinical advice or a substitute for urgent support.
You do not need a polished story. Consider what feels hardest now, what you want to be different and any preferences that help you feel comfortable.
Explore therapy →Learn the adult pathways, steps, fees, scope and what an initial consultation is designed to clarify.
Explore assessment →Compare areas of interest, appointment formats and current availability — or ask reception to help.
Meet the team →Appointments
Bring dot points, questions or examples if speaking in the moment is difficult.
It is okay to request plain language, repetition or a written summary.
Tell reception or your psychologist about communication, sensory or scheduling needs.
You can discuss what is and is not working. Good care should be collaborative.
Blackbird may share educational events and community-informed information as opportunities become available.
Ask about current events →Blackbird is not an emergency or crisis service. If there is immediate danger, call 000. For urgent mental health support, contact an appropriate crisis service or your local emergency department.
Blackbird Psychology is not a crisis service. If life is in danger or immediate medical attention is needed, call 000. Lifeline provides free 24/7 crisis support on 13 11 14.
Send a short enquiry. Reception can point you towards therapy, assessment or another suitable next step.
Join Clinical Psychologist James Sepansky and Psychotherapist Natasha Galvin LIVE on Tiktok, Twitch and Youtube where they will be discussing and answering your questions about autism, ADHD and neurodivergence.
Topics include:
Therapy
Assessment & Diagnosis
Symptoms and Traits of Autism and ADHD in adults
Co-occurring conditions
Post-diagnosis grief
Rejection Sensitivity Disorder
Pathological Demand Avoidance.
You can register and tune-in for this event at the links below:
Disclaimer: Information provided during LIVE event is general in nature. We are not able to provide medical advice, therapy or crisis services during the event. This event is not a mental health service.
This event is intended for audiences age 18 and over. Content of any discussion must adhere to the guidelines and policies of the relevant streaming services.