Keir Mathews

Adolescents | Adults | Relationship Counselling

I am an intuitive and empathetic Mental Health Clinician, Psychotherapist and Relationship Counsellor, with over twenty years’ experience delivering care in private practice, and on multidisciplinary teams. I have worked in hospitals, disability, rehabilitation, and counselling services, and I am trained to treat the whole person in context - I consider biological, psychological and social aspects of health and wellbeing.

I work with clients experiencing diverse challenges including trauma and neglect, life transitions, Alcohol and Other Drug (AoD) use and addictions. I also have extensive experience working with a wide range of diagnoses including anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, Bipolar and Schizophrenia.

My practice is safe and welcoming for everyone, including anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergent, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and First Nations people. I work with families and couples, and clients who choose non-typical relationships such as Polyamory and Ethical Non Monogamy.

I provide in person and telehealth appointments - and flexible appointment times, including evenings and weekends.

Prior to private practice, I held teaching roles at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and I worked alongside Psychiatrists on the Crisis Assessment (CATT) and Substance Use and Mental Illness Treatment teams.

When I am not working, I enjoy time with my family, gardening and bush walking, and I love getting out of town when I can.

Services

  • Depression and Anxiety

  • Fears and Phobias

  • Trauma and Neglect

  • Changes and transitions (including ageing, separation and divorce, a new diagnosis or disability)

  • Grief and loss (including loss of a loved one, functioning, career and anything else that might be significant in someone’s life)

  • Problematic drug use (including illicit substances, prescribed medications, alcohol and nicotine)

  • Addictions (including drugs, gambling, gaming, sex and pornography)

  • Sexual health and identity issues

  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Schizophrenia, Schizo Affective and Bipolar Affective Disorder

I also offer:

  • Relationship counselling, including families and parents

  • Support for self and plan-managed individuals registered with the NDIS

  • Support for personal carers and significant others

  • Mens’ mental health and well-being programs

  • Life coaching and development of goals

I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, trained to utilise various treatment methods including:

Fees and Rebates

I accept referrals from GPs, Psychiatrists and Paediatricians for clients eligible for a Medicare rebate under a Mental Health Treatment Plan or Chronic Disease Management Plan.

You may also be able to claim a rebate through your private health insurance, including Medibank Private, BUPA, HCF, and others - depending on your level of cover.

  • My fee is $230 for a 50 minute appointment ($142.75 for individual clients referred on a Mental Health Treatment Plan).

  • If you are on a low income or hold a Health Care Card, please feel free to contact me to discuss negotiated fee options. I am committed to making support accessible.

Contact Keir

Phone:    0405 050 320
Email:        hello@keirmathews.au
Address: 298 Gaffney Street, Pascoe Vale VIC 3044

There is parking at the rear of the property and unmetered parking on the street.

The main building is wheelchair friendly, including an accessible parking spot at the back.

Public Transport options include the 561 bus from Pascoe Vale or Coburg stations and the 527 bus from Northland Shopping Centre.

Cancelling (including rescheduling) appointments

Please advise me as soon as possible via my mobile (text or voicemail is fine) if you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment.

Please note, Medicare do not provide rebates for cancelled appointments.

  • More than 48 hours’ notice: no fee

  • Less than 48 hours’ notice: $100 will be charged

  • No notice: the full fee will be charged.