Best Forensic Psychologists In Melbourne Near Me

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Central Melbourne Psychology is a leader in the field of specialised forensic assessment and treatment. Under the leadership of Patrick Newton, our team of psychologists and counsellors combine a wealth of experience to provide client-centred services that balance the complex needs of clients with the strict requirements of the justice system and professional bodies. We strive to provide objectivity and empathy, taking into account each client's history, personality and mental health. We accept referrals from lawyers, health professionals and correctional services, and direct referrals from the general public.


Having assessed some of the country's most serious offenders, Central Melbourne Psychology has earned a reputation for providing careful and comprehensive forensic assessments. By utilising state-of-the-art assessment tools, we provide courts with professional clinical opinion and assessment of risk, grounded in empirical research. Our approach to the assessment takes into account the individual’s personal history, psychosocial development, personality, coping skills, relationships, drug and alcohol use, mental health, mental status, and any factors relevant to the offending behaviour, current situation and rehabilitative potential.

Central Melbourne Psychology specialises in treatment which targets the criminogenic factors relevant to specific criminal offences. We provide treatment for a broad range of criminal offending, including sex-related offences, drug and alcohol-related offences, violent offences, driving and traffic-related offences, theft and fraud, and professional misconduct.

We use a variety of therapeutic techniques to assist the client to develop insight, improve coping and social skills, enhance empathy, modify behaviour, regulate emotions, prevent relapse and ultimately reduce the risk of recidivism.

Central Melbourne Psychology provides pre- and post-sentencing treatment, and works collaboratively with Corrections Victoria and other professionals. We regularly provide treatment reports for Courts and other government and professional bodies.

The Sex Offender Treatment Program (SOTP) at Central Melbourne Psychology offers empirically-supported psychological treatment which is specifically adapted to address the individual needs of persons who have been charged with committing a sexual offence.

All our psychologists are experienced expert witnesses and are available to attend Court to give evidence in relation to their reports and to support the Courts in their decision making. Our opinions have been quoted in leading cases and have been relied upon in a wide variety of areas including mental health, sex-offending, risk assessment of offenders, the impacts of imprisonment, and strategies to contain the prospect of recidivism. We have extensive experience in giving evidence at all levels of the judicial system and welcome the opportunity to engage with cross-examination as a means of ensuring that our opinions are robust, helpful and objective.

At Central Melbourne Psychology we have the skills and expertise you need to manage professional issues including assessments for professional boards, provision of supervision, and treatment of issues relevant to professional conduct.

Central Melbourne Psychology implements the most relevant and effective psychological treatment as informed by the latest research. We offer general psychological treatment to help address a range of personal, professional and mental health issues.

Counselling can help clients recognise their own personal strengths as well as identify thoughts and behaviour patterns that might be causing distress. It can also assist clients to become better equipped to cope with current and future problems and to gain more from life in general.

Central Melbourne Psychology provides treatment which addresses a broad range of issues such as:

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Group counselling groups are a cost-effective therapy solution, facilitated by experienced psychologists.


We have spent a decade identifying the critical factors in successful therapy. Now you can benefit.


Our short courses for personal development are a great way to learn new skills and improve mental health and wellbeing.


Psychology Melbourne provides specialised career coaching services to assist with your career development.


A helping hand to resolve work-related issues such as stress, bullying, and conflict.


Psychology Melbourne's cost-effective wellbeing checks will give you an idea of how you are going in key areas of your life.


Our unique Personal Matching Session selects the best fit psychologist for you.


Our psychologists get better results, faster, using evidence-based interventions and therapies

Immediate daytime appointments available, six days a week at competitive rates

Free tests, emergency help lines, apps and video resources to meet your mental health needs

Our EAP programs are tailored to your business needs to enhance the wellbeing of your employees

Our team includes Clinical, Counselling and Health Psychologists and highly experienced General Psychologists with particular areas of expertise in anxiety and depression, relationship counselling, anger management, grief counselling, eating disorders, family and adolescent counselling, sexual health and other health-related problems.