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Sharp Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
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Sharp Minds Psychology

Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych (they, them)

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Melbourne, VIC 3000
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Online Australia-Wide • LGBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent Allied • Holistic Mental Health At Sharp Minds Psychology, we don’t just treat mental health—we champion wellness from the inside out. Our warm, welcoming therapists understand that your emotional wellbeing is connected to every aspect of your life. We’re here to help you thrive as your authentic self. Sharp Minds Psychology offers inclusive, neuroaffirming, and culturally sensitive therapy delivered via 100% telehealth across Australia. We make accessing high-quality care easy, confidential, and flexible.
We support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, trauma, relationship issues (including polyamory and queer dynamics), burnout, identity exploration, and life transitions.
We understand life can feel challenging sometimes, and reaching out takes courage. At Sharp Minds Psychology, we're here to listen with warmth and without judgement. Contact us—we'd love to support you.
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Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Sharp Minds Psychology

Melbourne, VIC 3000

Sharp Minds Psychology offers convenient online therapy Australia-wide. Book a free consult today- we're here to support your wellbeing!
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Connect with Sharp Minds Psychology
Photo of Shae Brennan - Sharp Minds Psychology, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Sharp Minds Psychology

Melbourne, VIC 3000

Sharp Minds Psychology offers convenient online therapy Australia-wide. Book a free consult today- we're here to support your wellbeing!
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $130
  • Couple Sessions $225
  • Concession rate: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Bank transfer, Electronic Funds Transfer, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • ACA Health
  • AHM Health
  • Any/Out-of-network Insurance
  • Australian Unity
  • Bupa
  • CBHS Health
  • CUA Health
  • Defence Health
  • GMHBA
  • Health Partners
  • Medibank Private
  • Mildura
  • Peoplecare
  • Police Health
  • Teachers Health
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At Sharp Minds Psychology, billing is seamless and stress-free. Payments are securely processed two days before your session via Halaxy. Sliding-scale pricing available to suit your needs. Any issues? We're here to help- just reach out, and we'll support you every step of the way.
Photo of Shae Brennan - Sharp Minds Psychology, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Sharp Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
At Sharp Minds Psychology, billing is seamless and stress-free. Payments are securely processed two days before your session via Halaxy. Sliding-scale pricing available to suit your needs. Any issues? We're here to help- just reach out, and we'll support you every step of the way.
Photo of Shae Brennan - Sharp Minds Psychology, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Sharp Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

    Psychologist: Lingani Mbakile
  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Lingani Mbakile

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 21 years
  • Master of Psychology (Clinical)

    • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency PSY0001129688
  • Membership with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency Clinical Psychologist
  • Membership with Australian Psychological Society Member
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All of our psychologists are registered with AHPRA and are exceptionally trained to provide you with outstanding service. We have clinicians with a range of experience and credentials.
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Sharp Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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All of our psychologists are registered with AHPRA and are exceptionally trained to provide you with outstanding service. We have clinicians with a range of experience and credentials.
Photo of Shae Brennan - Sharp Minds Psychology, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Sharp Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Expertise and Interests

Practice Areas

  • ADHD
  • Autism
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Bereavement
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Cancer
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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Sharp Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Do these issues align with your needs?
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Sharp Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Do these issues align with your needs?

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Deaf Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Little Person Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Mother , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian , 
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Portuguese , 
Spanish

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Deaf Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Little Person Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Mother , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian , 
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Portuguese , 
Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centred
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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At Sharp Minds Psychology, we offer holistic, personalised therapy including CBT, ACT, EMDR, trauma-informed care, relationship therapy, mindfulness, and neuroaffirming approaches. We support you compassionately through anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, identity exploration, and relationships.
Photo of Shae Brennan - Sharp Minds Psychology, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Sharp Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
At Sharp Minds Psychology, we offer holistic, personalised therapy including CBT, ACT, EMDR, trauma-informed care, relationship therapy, mindfulness, and neuroaffirming approaches. We support you compassionately through anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, identity exploration, and relationships.
Photo of Shae Brennan - Sharp Minds Psychology, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Sharp Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Sharp Minds Psychology

Melbourne, VIC 3000

Email us

Website

Nearby Areas

Cities/Towns

Regions

Postcodes

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Sharp Minds Psychology offers convenient online therapy Australia-wide. Book a free consult today- we're here to support your wellbeing!
Photo of Shae Brennan - Sharp Minds Psychology, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Sharp Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
"
Sharp Minds Psychology offers convenient online therapy Australia-wide. Book a free consult today- we're here to support your wellbeing!
Photo of Shae Brennan - Sharp Minds Psychology, Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Sharp Minds Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych