Living with a disability or a severe psychological difficulty can sometimes feel overwhelming. It can affect not only how you manage day-to-day tasks, but also how you relate with others, how you feel about yourself, and how hopeful you feel about tomorrow. I am here to support you, and we can see how the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) can give some assistance for your psychotherapy with me at Bita Psychology. This support is available so that you don’t have to walk this path alone.
In 2025, psychology and psychotherapy Melbourne services continue to be a key part of what the NDIS can fund. Our work together in your therapy can provide not only practical strategies, but also a safe and steady space where treatment can happen over time. I offer therapy in English and if you are bilingual, or if Persian is your first language, therapy in your own words and expressions can bring even deeper comfort and clarity.
Why Psychotherapy in Melbourne Matters in the NDIS Care
When the NDIS first began, it focused mainly on physical disabilities. Over the years, it has grown to recognise something we as therapists have always known: that mental health is just as vital to living a fulfilling and satisfying life.
Difficulties like depression, anxiety, trauma, or more complex challenges such as bipolar disorder or psychosis can make daily life difficult. The NDIS now acknowledges that these experiences can result in lasting obstacles and that with this right support, you can find stability, resilience, and hope.
What Kind of Support Can We Expect
Your NDIS plan is designed to be personal to you. Our therapy work will depend on your goals and needs. Here are some of the ways Bita Psychology can support you under the NDIS:
1. Therapy Sessions
Therapy is about having a meaningful connection and it’s a place to talk, to be heard, and to understand yourself in your own way. Some sessions focus on practical tools to handle stress better, while other sessions invite you to explore your history, relationships, and the emerging issues that have affected your life and your enjoyment.
When therapy is offered in Persian as well as English, it opens up another layer of connection. Speaking in your own language allows feelings, memories, and experiences to surface more naturally, without being lost in translation.
2. Assessments and Reports
Assessments can help clarify your needs and provide a foundation for your NDIS plan. Reports can support your funding reviews or adjustments, making sure your care matches the changes in your life.
3. Skill-Building for Daily Life
Therapy can also help you build everyday skills whether it’s calming your body when anxiety rises, finding the confidence to go out in the community, or strengthening how you relate with others.
4. Family Support
Psychological wellbeing doesn’t exist in isolation. When a parent or child is an NDIS participant, therapy can help families improve communication, routines, and relationships. For Persian-speaking families, being able to express themselves in their shared language can bridge cultural and generational differences. I also work with people from diverse cultures. This means I am familiar with the nuances of culture and feeling lost, and I can help you navigate communication challenges if you are from diverse cultural backgrounds.
5. Support for Your Care Team
Sometimes, treatment works best when everyone in your circle teachers, support workers, carers understands how to help. Psychologists can offer guidance to your wider support team so your environment feels more stable and supportive.
Who Can Benefit from NDIS Psychology Services?
The NDIS supports people whose mental health conditions have a strong, ongoing impact on their lives. This might include:
- Psychotic disorders
- Bipolar disorder
- Severe anxiety or depression
- PTSD and complex trauma
- Personality disorders
- Dual diagnoses (for example, addiction combined with anxiety)
If this feels like your experience, NDIS psychology services may be available to you.
The Value of Psychotherapy
Short-term solutions can be helpful, but for many people, lasting change comes from psychotherapy a longer, more gentle process of speaking an exploration. In psychotherapy, we explore not only symptoms but also the deeper issues, relationships, and unconscious processes that are involved in how you live your life in these present moments.
This is especially important for people with long-standing or complex challenges. And if Persian is your first language, working with a Farsi speaking psychologist in the language of your heart and memories can bring a unique sense of ease and authenticity.
How NDIS Funding Works
In 2025, psychology services are usually funded under two parts of the NDIS:
- Improved Daily Living (Capacity Building) for therapy, assessments, and skill-building.
- Core Supports sometimes used for therapy that supports community participation.
Psychotherapy sessions, assessments, and reports are billed according to the NDIS fees. Your plan will outline what works best for you and I will work through this with you.
Beginning Therapy
If you are thinking about accessing psychology services through the NDIS, here are the first steps:
- Explore your eligibility – check whether your condition is considered a psychosocial disability under the NDIS.
- Work on your plan – with your NDIS planner or Local Area Coordinator, include psychology supports in your goals.
- Choose the right psychologist – someone who understands not only your needs, but also your language and culture if that is important to you.
- Begin sessions – therapy can be in person (I see clients in Melbourne) or online if you live elsewhere.
- Review as you grow – as your life changes, your supports can change too.
Contact Bita Psychology
The NDIS exists so you don’t have to face these challenges alone. Psychology services are not just about treatment, they are about creating a space where you can be seen, heard, and supported. A space to build confidence, develop new skills, and reconnect with what feels meaningful in your life.
If you feel ready to begin this journey whether in Melbourne or online I welcome you to reach out. Together, we can create a path forward that honours both your challenges and your strengths.