FertilityPsych

17/11/2025

Not on Your Fertility Journey Yet – But Still Thinking About Your Future?

FertilityPsych can support you in accessing your superannuation to help cover the costs of egg freezing. Our team provides expert support every step of the way, so you can preserve your fertility with confidence.

You can learn more on our website fertilitypsych.com.au, or contact our team via admin@FertilityPsych.com.au or 1300 337 779.

12/11/2025

𝗘𝗻𝗱-𝗼𝗳-𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿

As the ATO offices close for the Christmas and New Year period, any compassionate release of super (CRS) applications not finalised by midday (AEDT) 𝟮𝟰 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 will be processed once offices reopen at 𝟴:𝟯𝟬 𝗮𝗺 (𝗔𝗘𝗗𝗧) 𝟮 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

If you’re planning fertility treatment early in the new year, we recommend completing your psychiatric assessment and CRS application as soon as possible to avoid any delays.

Learn more about the ATO’s closure and application process here:

https://www.ato.gov.au/individuals-and-families/super-for-individuals-and-families/super/withdrawing-and-using-your-super/early-access-to-super/access-on-compassionate-grounds/how-to-apply-for-release-on-compassionate-grounds

10/11/2025

On Saturday, the FertilityPsych team exhibited at the Melbourne Fertility Expo!

It was wonderful to meet and connect with so many people at different stages of their fertility journey, and to share more about how we support individuals and couples through this process.

Dr Justine Schelle joined the Lived Experiences panel, offering insights from her own fertility journey and how this personal understanding shapes her work and our approach at FertilityPsych.

We really enjoyed having the chance to connect face-to-face with our community and look forward to doing it again soon.

fertilitypsych.com.au | admin@fertilitypsych.com.au | 1300 337 779

31/10/2025

As we approach the end of the year, many people are reaching their 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗡𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝘀. If you’re nearing yours, now may be a good time to book your appointment and maximise your rebate, meaning your next session could be less than $100 out-of-pocket.

We’ll be working through Christmas to support you and help you schedule and complete your appointment before 𝟭 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲, so you don’t miss the reset.

fertilitypsych.com.au | admin@FertilityPsych.com.au | 1300 337 779

Supporting Your IVF Journey Expert Psychiatric Assessments for Superannuation Access Navigating the emotional and financial aspects of fertility treatment

28/10/2025

We are delighted to announce that Dr Justine Schelle has been honoured with the Health Industry Worker of the Year award at the Australian Surrogacy and Donor Awards!

It was a pleasure to attend this special event and to see Dr Schelle recognised for her work supporting families on their fertility journey.

We are truly honoured and grateful to have psychiatrists like Dr Schelle on our panel!

15/10/2025

International Pregnancy & Infant Loss Remembrance Day 🩵

Today, we pause to remember the lives lost too soon and the families who hold their memory close to their hearts.

At FertilityPsych, we understand the deep grief that can follow pregnancy or infant loss and the lasting impact it can have.

Let us take a moment at 7pm tonight to light a candle, reflect, and stand together in support, remembrance, and compassion.

08/10/2025

FertilityPsych is proud to be nominated for 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 at the 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱.

We’re equally thrilled that our very own Dr Justine Schelle has been nominated for 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿. A well-deserved acknowledgment of her incredible dedication and care for individuals and couples on their fertility journey.

Your support would mean the world to us!

You can vote for both FertilityPsych and Dr Justine Schelle here:

Congratulations to all our nominees! It's over to you now to take a moment to vote for you favourites whether they are a business or an individual.

07/10/2025

Fertility treatment can be a deeply emotional journey. It can affect not only your body, but also your mind.

As we acknowledge Mental Health Month this October, we recognise the profound impact fertility treatment can have on mental wellbeing.

Be gentle with yourself throughout this process, and remember, seeking support is not a sign of weakness - it’s an act of self-care. 🩵

23/09/2025

We’re delighted to share this kind message from one of our FertilityPsych patients.

Providing empathetic, non-judgmental support is at the heart of everything we do. Our team is committed to helping patients feel comfortable and supported through every step of their fertility journey.

If you’re looking for support on your fertility journey, we’re here to help. Contact us via 𝗮𝗱𝗺𝗶𝗻@𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆𝗽𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵.𝗰𝗼𝗺.𝗮𝘂 or visit 𝗳𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆𝗽𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵.𝗰𝗼𝗺.𝗮𝘂.

11/09/2025

Navigating the emotional and financial aspects of fertility treatments can be overwhelming. As experienced psychiatrists, we provide compassionate, professional support to help you access your superannuation for IVF and fertility procedures.

Living regionally? You could be eligible to access bulk-billed support.

15/08/2025

𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝗸𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿.

Australia’s average maternal age has risen steadily from 28.9y/o in 1998 to 31.3y/o in 2023 (the first-time mums average is around 29.9y/o now). Meanwhile, first time mothers under 20 have halved since 2010, and births to women 40+ are on the rise.

At Fertility Psych, we support you, whether you're starting your journey earlier or later. Your path to parenthood is valid and unique.

12/08/2025

💜Navigating the path to accessing your Super for fertility treatment doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

📑Our step-by-step process is clear, compassionate, and designed to make things easier at every turn.

🧐Explore the full, in-depth step by step guide on our website: https://fertilitypsych.com.au/steps/