Michelle Cairns Psychology

02/03/2026

Open for referrals Vita Healthcare….

Seeing a psychiatrist and wondering about psychological support as well? Here’s how referrals can work.

In some cases, your psychiatrist can provide a referral letter outlining:
• the recommended number of psychology sessions
• suggested therapy approach (for example CBT, EMDR etc.)
• relevant background information to support your care

This can allow access to up to 10 psychology sessions per calendar year, usually structured in stages with a review in between.

Many people also choose to access psychology through their GP via a Mental Health Treatment Plan, especially if they have a regular GP involved in their care.

Both pathways are valid, and the best option often depends on what works most smoothly for your individual care and communication between your treating team.

If you’re currently seeing a psychiatrist and thinking about psychology support, feel free to raise this with them at your next appointment. Your treating team will continue to communicate with your GP (with your consent) to keep everyone aligned.

Looking to see a psychologist? Email referrals@vitahealthcare.com.au to chat with our team about scheduling an appointment with one of our psychologists.

28/02/2026

This psychologist raises some valid points on the limitations of using AI instead of traditional therapy.

30/01/2026

Reflection for the day 🫶

30/01/2026

I am now exclusively consulting at Vita Healthcare in Mount Eliza from Tuesday to Friday. I am currently accepting new referrals and invite you to reach out to me directly with any inquiries. Alternatively, you may contact the reception team at Vita Healthcare on 03 5972 2444 during business hours. I wish you a year of growth and peace 🌱

15/01/2026

Understanding and taking responsibility for past trauma are not interdependent. Addressing both leads to liberation.

09/01/2026

💯 Good therapy can be uncomfortable and challenging, But that’s when the growth and change happens.

05/12/2025

Very true also in Australia.

04/12/2025

Interesting article that explains the conditioning of the ‘wounded masculine’ and the toll this can take on relationships 🤔
https://www.elephantjournal.com/2025/12/the-wounded-masculine-why-men-struggle-with-emotions-how-it-affects-relationships-damini-grover/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAOeG05leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeauFOxTFddm7ZE1V1khyQo5DeRJm_0zdmZcJt4f4nYwx578vJxDcy_NF3EJg_aem_xBEJOnfGUF4JnUpr-TaYfQ

Just like women have been, and continue to be, called into deep healing, empowerment, and the reclaiming of their feminine power, men too are being called to rise.

22/11/2025

I’m a big fan of Alanis Morrisette and her music was groundbreaking at the time especially for women. I also really appreciate what she has to say about emotions and anger in particular 🎶

10/11/2025

A very sobering read. However, this is what clients, their families, and mental health clinicians continue to experience. I am proud to be a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists (AAPi) who are continuing to lobby government about the need to invest significantly more in our mental health system.

The division between care for physical health compared to mental illness is akin to apartheid, experts say following the release of an AMA report.

10/10/2025

Creating a fulfilling life and overcoming adversity requires a willingness to experience and learn from uncomfortable or painful emotions. Most people try to avoid any discomfort and become trapped in old patterns of thinking and behaving resulting in dissatisfaction and a life that lacks meaning.

14/08/2025

Interesting article on some of the risks associated to using AI chatbots for mental health purposes or a substitute for professional therapy.

Users may be led down conspiracy theory rabbit holes or into emotional harm by chatbots designed to maximise engagement and affirmation, some say