Cohesion Clinical Psychology
Helping Busy Women Find Balance, Connection, and Self-Compassion
Are you a dedicated woman balancing a demanding career, family responsibilities, and your own wellbeing? As a psychologist with specialized experience working with busy women, I help clients like you find a deeper sense of calm, contentment, and control over their lives—so you can feel fully present with your loved ones while staying true to yourself.
what you can expect
In our work together, we’ll focus on helping you manage
stress, improve self-compassion, and rediscover satisfaction in your
relationships and daily life. Therapy with me is a space to explore and address
issues such as:
Managing anxiety and self-esteem challenges
Regulating emotions, including handling anger, frustration, and sadness
Breaking cycles of self-soothing through food or alcohol by building healthier coping strategies
Managing both physical and emotional pain, learning techniques to cope and find relief
Working through trauma and finding emotional resilience
Adjusting to life transitions like new parenthood, perimenopause and menopause
MY APPROACH
Emotional Management and Life Satisfaction
I integrate two main therapeutic techniques—EMDR and
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)—to help you work through both past and present challenges. EMDR is highly effective in resolving trauma, managing anxiety, and even addressing concerns like emotional eating by reprocessing distressing memories and emotional triggers.
Empowerment and Acceptance
With ACT, I guide you in living life in alignment with your
personal values rather than external pressures. ACT also builds resilience by helping you tolerate the natural discomfort that comes with life’s challenges, empowering you to make meaningful, values-driven choices.
Compassion and Resilience
Together, these approaches provide a practical, flexible path for you to regain control, foster self-acceptance, and feel more freedom in your day-to-day life.
Why Invest in Therapy?
For busy women, finding time for therapy can be challenging. But by investing in yourself, you’re taking an essential step toward building the balanced and fulfilled life you deserve. If you’re ready to explore how therapy can fit into your busy life and help you thrive, let’s connect.
FAQS
I've never seen a psychologist before. What should I expect?
If you have never seen a psychologist before you may be wondering about what happens in treatment. In the first session, we will have an in-depth conversation that focuses on what you are hoping to get help with. Good treatment begins with a thorough assessment of your needs and wants. This takes at least one session but we typically re-assess as we go along. Once we have a detailed understanding of your concerns and goals, we are in a better position to develop a treatment plan for you. The following sessions will involve us working collaboratively on the issues that you most want help with. There is not necessarily a certain number of sessions that are required to treat a given condition. So, our approach is flexible, and we are guided by your progress and personal circumstances when booking sessions.
What are the fees involved?
We are able to see clients funded by Medicare with a current and valid Mental Health Care Plan or clients paying privately.
Please contact your private health insurer to determine your out-of-pocket expense. Full payment is required on the day. An invoice will be emailed to you.
We can process Medicare rebates on your behalf. Please bring your Mental Health Care Plan to your first appointment.
Standard consultation fee (roughly 50 minute consultation): $220
Extended EMDR consultation fee (roughly 80 minute consultation): $250
Fees are the same for online and face-to-face sessions.
What is your cancellation policy?
We aim to provide the best possible care to all of our clients. We know that you will get the most benefit if you attend your appointments as agreed with your psychologist. However, we understand that you may need to cancel or postpone an appointment.
We ask that you provide 24 hours notice if you cannot attend your scheduled appointment as cancellations have a flow-on effect in that other clients waiting to be seen may miss out.
If less than 24 hours notice is given, you will be charged $100 for the missed appointment.
Repeated cancellations may result in the termination of sessions.
Please note that cancellation fees cannot be claimed through Medicare.
Do you see clients online or face-to-face only?
I offer both online (video or phone) and face-to-face consultations.
Do you offer therapy for people who do not identify as a woman or as female?
We specialise in women's health issues; however, we strive for an inclusive practice that affords all individuals the best care and treatment.
We have successfully treated individuals who do not identify as female. Please feel free to contact us to determine if we can help you.
ABOUT ME
DR CRISTINA CAVEZZA
Hello and welcome to Cohesion Clinical Psychology.
My name is Dr Cristina Cavezza. I am a clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience working in the mental health field. I am a busy mother of twins balancing a professional career, family responsibilities and my own health and happiness.
I help other busy women who are struggling with managing their emotions and desire a deeper sense of calm, contentment, and control over their feelings, behaviours and life so that they can reconnect with themselves and loved ones, feel at ease with their choices, and live a satisfying, purposeful life.
To Book An Appointment
If you are a new client, please email us your enquiry at [email protected] and we will get back to you soon
Cohesion Clinical Psychology
Email: [email protected]
Address: Suite 1/68 Main Hurstbridge Rd, Diamond Creek, Victoria 3089
Phone: (03) 9007 2529