CURRENT NEED
What we're looking for right now
We have strong, consistent referral demand across a range of presentations and are particularly seeking clinicians with experience in the following areas:
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Children & Adolescents
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OCD
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Trauma
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Neuroaffirming Practice
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Disordered eating
Psychologists with broad experience across adult presentations are also warmly encouraged to apply.
About MPC
Melbourne Psychology & Counselling was founded in 2016 by Dr Claire Ahern and Dr Christine Raab with a clear intention: to create a practice where psychologists can thrive clinically, professionally, and personally.
Our practice is grounded in the belief that good therapy is supported by sustainable ways of working, strong professional relationships, and ongoing learning. Over time, MPC has grown into a community of psychologists ranging from early-career clinicians through to highly experienced practitioners.
What holds us together is not a particular therapeutic model, but a shared commitment to doing good work and supporting one another in doing it.
Many psychologists remain at MPC for years as they continue to develop the kind of practice they want over time.
Warm, evidence-based care
Providing warm, evidence-based care to our diverse community
Ongoing learning
Investing in reflective practice, peer learning, and staying engaged with current research
Genuine collegiality
Shared knowledge, encouragement, and professional respect
Sustainable practice
We care about the wellbeing of psychologists as much as we care about client outcomes.
Referrals & Caseloads
MPC has strong, established referral relationships with GPs, psychiatrists, schools, and community services across Melbourne's northern suburbs. Referrals are consistent, and diaries typically fill quickly.
Psychologists at MPC maintain full autonomy over the types of clients and clinical areas they choose to develop. Our intake team works carefully to match referrals with clinicians; we take into account your interests, experience, and current caseload.
Our intake process is a genuine point of difference. We prioritise client readiness and thoughtful matching because it leads to better engagement, better outcomes, and more sustainable work for the clinicians involved.
Practice support services
Psychologists at MPC practice independently while accessing external practice support services designed to reduce administrative burden and allow you to focus on clinical work.
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Comfortable consulting rooms in Coburg
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Intake coordination and thoughtful client matching
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Reception and administrative support
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Practice management systems and operational support
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Peer connection and professional learning opportunities
Independence doesn't mean working alone. These services exist so that the structural side of private practice is well managed, freeing you to concentrate on what you came here to do.
Collegial learning & community
While psychologists at MPC work independently, many find that remaining connected to a professional community is one of the most sustaining parts of working here. Our learning groups are practitioner-led, genuinely collegial, and a meaningful counterpoint to the isolation that private practice can otherwise bring.
OCD interest group
Facilitated by Dr Claire Ahern (Director) - clinical discussion, group supervision, skills practice & review of research
Trauma interest group
Facilitated by Dr Christine Raab (Director) - clinical discussion, group supervision, skills practice & review of research
Neurodiversity interest group
Initiated and led by clinicians within the MPC community
Disordered eating interest group
Initiated and led by clinicians within the MPC community
EMDR Supervision
Initiated by MPC directors and facilitated by external consultant
Clinical Supervision
Initiated by MPC directors and facilitated by external consultant
Your opportunity
You would practice as an independent psychologist, retaining full control over the shape of your work.
CLINICAL APPROACH
Your therapeutic framework and clinical decision-making are entirely your own.
HOURS & AVAILABILITY
Set your own schedule. Some evening or weekend availability is welcomed.
CLIENT PRESENTATIONS
Choose the presentations and clinical areas you want to develop and deepen.
FEES & CASELOAD
You set your own fees and determine the pace at which you build your caseload.
Early career psychologists
Transitioning into private practice can feel daunting, and we take that seriously. Psychologists newer to private practice are welcome to apply.
Both Directors are board-approved supervisors and provide mentoring and support for psychologists who are establishing themselves. External group supervision is also available, facilitated by an experienced EMDR consultant and Clinical Psychologist.
Many of our current team joined MPC as early-career clinicians and have built the kind of practice they wanted over time. You can read more about our Early Career Mentoring Program here.
CURRENT NEED
What were looking for right now
We have strong, consistent referral demand across a range of presentations and are particularly seeking clinicians with experience in the following areas:
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Children & Adolescents
-
OCD
-
Trauma
-
Neuroaffirming Practice
-
Disordered eating
Psychologists with broad experience across adult presentations are also warmly encouraged to apply.
What we are looking for
Full AHPRA registration and current professional indemnity insurance
Eligible for Medicare provider status
Communicate clearly and professionally with referrers and clients
Work well independently while genuinely valuing collegial connection
Thoughtful and engaged, with a commitment to ongoing professional growth
Experience working with diverse presentations
Able to commit to a minimum of two shifts per week
Experience working with children, adolescents, and families will be highly regarded. So will experience in neuroaffirming practice, OCD, trauma, and eating disorders.
We'd love to hear from you.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE FRIDAY 12 JUNE
If MPC sounds like the kind of place where you could build meaningful work over time, please get in touch.
Early applications are encouraged, and shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an informal phone conversation before interview and referee checks.
If you're not ready to apply yet but would like to know more, expressions of interest are always welcome. We are happy to answer questions informally.
Olga Roumanos, Psychologist
"I have been working at MPC for over 5 years and started my career in private practice here. I have been so welcomed and supported from the onset by the directors, Chris and Claire, and the team.
Being in private practice can often be an isolating experience for many psychologists, however at MPC the opportunities to attend the mentor program for early career psychologists, group supervision and regular meetings has made it an incredibly supportive, nurturing and empowering experience. The admin team provides great support and there is an ongoing supply of new referrals.
I feel so lucky to be enjoying such a fulfilling and satisfying career as a psychologist where I have freedom and support to work in my areas of interest, the encouragement to challenge myself and grow my expertise in other areas, and so many opportunities to learn. Claire and Chris have created a wonderful workplace and service."
Amber Hopkins, Psychologist
"MPC makes my heart smile.
This place is full of deeply empathic and skilled clinicians who genuinely care about each other.
Taking the "leap" to private practise was quite scary for me after years of working in public roles and NFP spaces. Chris and Claire guided this transition with utmost care and respect for my previous experiences.
It's so special to work at a practise led by therapists!”
Richard Davies, Clinical Psychologist
"Melbourne Psychology and Counselling is a fantastic place to work.
Chris and Claire promote flexibility to allow individuals to work their own way and they are super responsive when you do have a question.
There's also a great team atmosphere where everyone feels supported, nurtured and included. I had always been advised to keep one foot in the public system but I have found the experience here so good that I gave up a salaried position to work here full time."
Margie Fry, Counselling Psychologist
"I’ve been a registered psychologist since 2009 and have worked in a number of private and public services since then. I’ve worked as an Independent Contractor with Melbourne Psychology and Counselling since 2017 and highly recommend their management services.
It’s not difficult to find a somewhere to be a private practitioner, but it’s rare to find somewhere that operates ethically, provides a supportive team environment and has solid processes for both clients and practitioners.
The Directors are excellent practitioners in their own right, ethical, smart, kind and warm humans and somehow manage to balance the needs of all parties in their business model.
Having worked in environments where I haven’t had control of my diary, I now have full control and feel no pressure around how to run my case load. They are accurate and timely with financial matters. The intake service provided is excellent, I work with the clients that suit my skill-base and feel totally confident about their ability to match client with practitioner. I feel so fortunate to be part of this fabulous and skilled team.”