Your Trusted Psychologist in South Yarra
Fortitude Wellbeing is a boutique practice with a highly experienced South Yarra-based psychologist, Melissa Bell.
We offer a safe and trusted therapeutic setting where you can feel heard, understood, and acknowledged by someone who responds to you with empathy and professionalism.
New clients can visit our South Yarra psychology clinic or phone us directly. We often have immediate availability.
Our South Yarra Psychologist’s Services
Adult ADHD Assessments
Anxiety Counselling
Depression Treatment
Relationship Therapy
Workshops
Hypnosis
Start Your Journey to Feeling Better Today
Meet Your Trusted Psychologist: Melissa Bell
Melissa is a registered psychologist and teacher with over 18 years of clinical experience. Melissa is passionate about creating a safe space for existing and new clients.
Helping them feel comfortable discussing past experiences, engaging with their feelings and behaviours, and expressing how they cope with challenges.
Melissa attends regular clinical supervision with a board-registered supervisor and continues professional learning.
Melissa works with a variety of issues including generalised and social anxiety, life transitions, stress management, coping with change, family and children, disordered eating and depression.
Therapeutic Approaches
Appointments will include a mix of therapeutic approaches such as psychotherapy via:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Person-centred Schema Therapy
Gottman Couples Therapy
Psychoeducation
Why Choose Us As Your South Yarra Psychology Clinic?
Qualified and Experienced Psychologist
Our principal Psychologist, Melissa Bell, is a fully qualified, registered psychologist and teacher with 18+ years of experience who delivers exemplary service.
Supportive Environment
Evidence-Based Therapies
Positive Relationships
Melissa puts you at the centre of your assessment and takes a genuine, balanced approach to working collaboratively with you.
Personalised Therapeutic Services
Every individual is unique, and so is our approach. Melissa customises therapies to resonate with and benefit each client for the best result.
Experience Professional Support and Guidance
What To Expect From Our Counselling Services
Initial Sessions
With your personalised plan, you’ll engage in face-to-face or online therapy sessions. Your appointment will be a place of learning, understanding, reflection and growth.
Future Planning
As we approach the culmination of our therapy sessions, we’ll discuss the progress made, celebrate achievements, and outline any steps to maintain your well-being in the future.
Our Location
Fortitude Wellbeing is conveniently located on Toorak Road, South Yarra. You can book via the contact form below or give us a call.
Please note that online appointments are also available.
Get supportive care for your mental health in a safe space and work through life’s challenges with our South Yarra psychologist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are counsellors and psychologists the same?
To use the term ‘registered psychologist’ in Australia you have completed a minimum six-year sequence of board-approved tertiary education and training. Australian psychologists and clinical psychologists are registered with AHPRA, ensuring you receive appropriate Medicare and private insurance rebates.
Can I get a medicare rebate?
Medicare Rebates and private insurer rebates are available for a limited number of appointments. You can discuss with your psychologist and insurance provider for further information about fees and rebates.
How many sessions will I need?
Typically, clients attend at least six appointments, but depending on your circumstances, more or fewer can be required.
Clients should take an active role in determining how many sessions are needed, depending on personal goals and level of distress. We will help you consider factors like treatment progress and maintenance, however, it is your decision.