ABOUT
Dr Stefanie De Silva (she/her)
BA(Hons.), DPsych(Clin), MAAPi
Stefanie is a highly experienced Clinical Psychologist and Board-approved Supervisor providing thoughtful, trauma-informed, neuroaffirming and evidence-based psychological therapy for adults. She completed a Bachelor's degree with Honours in Psychology at the University of Melbourne in 2006 and was awarded the Doctor of Psychology at Deakin University in 2015.
Before establishing her private practice, Stefanie worked for many years across leading universities, hospitals and organisations in Australia. With experience as a Senior Lecturer, Research Fellow, Clinical Educator, and in multiple leadership roles, she brings both depth and breadth of expertise to her clinical work.
Stefanie has an interest in doctors' mental health and wellbeing, and she provides coaching and therapy to medical practitioners and medical students.
Click here to read more about Stefanie's professional experiences and publications.
Stefanie collaborates with clients to navigate challenges, including those related to:
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Adjustment to significant life events
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Anxiety (general, social, panic, phobia and health)
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Depression and hopelessness
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Emotional regulation
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Grief and loss
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Identity (cultural, gender, sexual, social roles and relationships)
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Medical conditions (chronic, acute and terminal)
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Neurodivergence (ADHD, autism and AuDHD)
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Perfectionism
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Perinatal mental health and parenthood
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Self-esteem and worth
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Trauma (acute, complex, intergenerational, and vicarious)
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EMDR is offered, as appropriate
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APPOINTMENTS
In-person appointments are offered in Carlton North and Kensington. Stefanie operates her own independent practice and consults from rooms at:
Client comfort and privacy are prioritised. Both locations have free street parking and are easily accessible via public transport. Stefanie's appointment setup is structured to minimise overlap in the use of shared spaces.
Telehealth appointments are also available Australia-wide and delivered via end-to-end encrypted platforms to ensure enhanced security and privacy. Please ensure you have access to a quiet, private space and a reliable internet connection for your session.
A referral is not required to book an appointment.
THIS PRACTICE VALUES INCLUSIVITY
Stefanie celebrates and welcomes people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, neurotypes, bodies, and abilities.
Availability
Carlton North: Sunday*
Kensington: Wednesday
Telehealth: Monday, Thursday, and Sunday*
Fees
Standard 50-minute appointment: $265
*A surcharge of $20 applies to appointments on Sundays, public holidays and appointments outside this practice's standard hours.
If the cost to work with a private clinical psychologist is prohibitive, health professionals and students can access up to 5 free sessions with a mental health professional at the Black Dog Institute.
Rebates
Medicare rebates are available with a valid referral from a GP or psychiatrist. Referrals from a GP require a Mental Health Treatment Plan, completed in consultation with your GP.
As Stefanie has advanced clinical training endorsed by AHPRA, you will receive a Medicare rebate of $145.25 per session, for up to 10 individual sessions per calendar year.
Private health insurance rebates may be available for sessions. Please check with your provider regarding coverage for psychological services.
ADHD AND AUTISM ASSESSMENTS
Stefanie provides comprehensive, neurodiversity-affirming psychological assessments for adult ADHD and Autism. She has a particular focus on highly internalised or high-masking presentations, which may go unrecognised until later in life.
CLINICAL SUPERVISION
Stefanie is a Board-approved Supervisor with AHPRA. She is able to act as a Principal Supervisor for the Clinical Registrar Program, in addition to providing general supervision for psychologists.
Format & Fees
Supervision is available in-person or via Telehealth at $265 per session.
Stefanie provides both ongoing supervision and one-off consultations.
CONTACT
622 Lygon Street, Carlton North 3054
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77A Stubbs Street, Kensington 3031
Get in touch with Stefanie for a confidential discussion:
Stefanie is not able to provide a crisis service. If you are in Australia and need immediate support for the psychological or physical safety of yourself or someone else, please contact Emergency Services on 000 (triple zero), or present to the nearest hospital emergency department.
24/7 support services
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636
Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
DRS4DRS: 1300 374 377