Ms Catherine Panayi
Clinical Psychologist
My Approach
Adults and older teens often come to me when they feel overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted, or are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, workplace stress, relationship difficulties, or life transitions. At Framework Psychology, we provide thoughtful, evidence-based support tailored to the individual, helping clients better understand their difficulties, build coping skills, and move toward greater clarity, stability and confidence.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years’ experience working with older adolescents and adults. I offer therapy for a range of emotional and mental health difficulties, using evidence-based approaches including CBT, CPT, motivational interviewing, interpersonal and psychodynamic psychotherapy, as well as medicolegal assessment services.
My approach is warm, respectful and collaborative. I aim to meet people where they are. If you’re looking for thoughtful support and a place to begin making sense of what’s happening, I welcome you getting in contact.
My qualifications include a Master of Psychology (Clinical) from the University of Ballarat, a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology from Australian Catholic University, and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Psychology) from RMIT. Alongside my work in private practice, I am a senior lecturer with The Cairnmillar Institute. I have previously held other positions in academia, multidisciplinary clinics, rehabilitation services, and public hospitals. I am a current member of the Australian Psychological Society and have been a Board Approved Supervisor since 2013.
I support workplaces with assessment services for early intervention and support, and injury management (psychological fitness for work/fitness for duty). I undertake medicolegal assessments and reports, including for psychological IMEs and functional capacity assessments, SRC Act s36 Rehabilitation Assessments, and ACT workers’ compensation.
Expertise/Professional Interests
Academic performance
Addictions, alcohol and substance use
ADHD
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
Assertiveness
Anxiety, panic and phobias
Bullying
Burnout
Crisis management
Depression and mood
Employee assistance and early intervention
General counselling
Grief and loss
Identity
Life transition and adjustment
Medicolegal assessment and reporting
Psychopathology assessment
Relationships
Self-esteem and self-development
Self-harm and suicidality
Supervision
Trauma and PTSD
Work-related issues, stress, and injury
Key treatment modalities
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Positive psychology
Psychodynamic
Psychotherapy
Patients/Referrals
Adults
Teens (15+)
Private Patients (self-referred)
Medicare (GP/specialist referral)
Workers’ compensation (NSW, QLD, VIC, Comcare)
Victorian TAC
Workplace Solutions / Employer-sponsored services
Fees and rebates
Fees
Standard consultation fee (50 minutes): $280
Rebates
Medicare (Better Access/Mental Health Treatment Plan): $149.05 ($130.95 gap)
Medicare (Chronic Health): $63.40
Comcare - full rebate/no gap
SIRA NSW - full rebate/no gap
WorkCover QLD - full rebate/no gap
WorkSafe Victoria: $208.70 ($71.30 gap)
TAC Victoria: $250.00 ($30.00 gap)
NDIS (Self-Managed/Plan-Managed): $252.99 ($27.01 gap)
Listed fees and rebates correct at 1 July 2026. While subject to change, these are expected to remain current to 30 June 2027. We ensure you receive the most current rebate amount for which you are eligible,
Book an appointment
Catherine Panayi
Existing patients may use this booking form to search current availability and schedule your appointment for either an in-clinic or online consultation.
If you are a new patient, please contact us by phone, email, or online enquiry, so that we can discuss any questions you might have, explore availability, and confirm any applicable fees or rebates.
Standard appointments are for 50 minutes.
Catherine currently has availability for individual appointments on Thursdays and Fridays.
Additional Booking Information
When making a booking, you will be asked to provide your:
Full name
Date-of-birth
Email
Mobile
For patients aged under-18, parents or guardians may make appointments on the child’s behalf.
Links for online consultations will be confirmed by our practice prior to your scheduled appointment time.
For patients with mobility restrictions requiring on-site parking or a ground-level ramp-accessible appointment, please note this in your booking or contact our office so we can arrange this.
For individuals accessing services as part of the NDIS, Workers’ Compensation, TAC, or Employee Assistance/Early Intervention programs - please include these details in your booking notes. We will provide you with further information about the program and funding relevant to you, and ensure the appropriate fees and rebates are applied.
Workplace & Medicolegal Assessments
For assessment availability and booking enquiries, please contact Framework Psychology’s Workplace Solutions team, or submit an enquiry using the form below:
Fitness for Work / Fitness for Duty
Psychological IMEs
Psychological Functional Capacity Evaluations
Get in touch
You’re welcome to contact Catherine and the Framework Psychology team by:
completing our online enquiry form, below.