Understanding Provisional Psychologists
Introduction
At Quirky Kid Clinic, we are committed to providing high-quality psychological services for children and young people. Our team includes various professionals, including provisional psychologists. This article explains what provisional psychologists are, their qualifications, and what it means for your child to see a provisional psychologist at our clinic.
Our Team Composition
The Quirky Kid Clinic team consists of professionals with diverse expertise, including:
- Educational and developmental psychologists
- Clinical psychologists
- Provisional psychologists
All our psychologists, including provisional psychologists, are registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
What is a Provisional Psychologist?
A provisional psychologist is a qualified professional who is completing a period of supervised practice before applying for general registration as a psychologist. To obtain provisional registration, they must meet strict requirements set by the PsyBA.
Qualifications and Training
Provisional psychologists must demonstrate a range of applied knowledge and skills across eight core competencies:
- Knowledge of the discipline
- Ethical, legal and professional matters
- Psychological assessment and measurement
- Intervention strategies
- Research and evaluation
- Communication and interpersonal relationships
- Working with people from diverse groups
- Practice across the lifespan
Working with a Provisional Psychologist at Quirky Kid
When you choose to work with a provisional psychologist at Quirky Kid Clinic, you can expect:
- Experienced professionals: All our provisional psychologists have prior experience working with children and young people.
- Close supervision: They work under the close supervision of Dr Kimberley O'Brien, ensuring high-quality care.
- Legal registration: Provisional psychologists are registered health professionals and are legally able to deliver health services
Pricing Considerations
Please note the following regarding fees and rebates:
- Provisional psychologists are not eligible for a Medicare provider number.
- Medicare rebates do not apply to services provided by provisional psychologists.
- Quirky Kid offers an approximately 20% reduction on our standard rates for individual therapy services provided by provisional psychologists.
- This discount does not apply to psychometric assessments.
Conclusion
Provisional psychologists play a valuable role in our team at Quirky Kid Clinic, offering high-quality care under expert supervision. While they may not be eligible for certain rebates, their services are offered at a reduced rate, making psychological support more accessible for many families.
If you have any questions about working with a provisional psychologist or would like to book an appointment, please don't hesitate to contact our friendly team.