Welcome to the Cairnmillar Institute. We are a not for profit organisation and a registered health promotion charity. For almost 60 years Cairnmillar has provided psychological services at their clinics in Hawthorn, Highpoint and Whittlesea. Cairnmillar also offers professional short courses and higher education programs through their School of Psychology, Counselling and Psychotherapy
2020 Course Applications
Course & Program Guide
EDUCATION
The School has developed an outstanding teaching program and an excellent reputation for the education of psychologists, psychotherapists and counsellors.
The high quality of our courses means that our graduates obtain the highest possible standards.
PSYCHOLOGY CLINIC
At Cairnmillar’s psychology clinic, we offer quality affordable counselling sessions with highly recommended psychologists.
Our Psychologists aim to provide cost-effective therapy to clients understanding that engagement with therapy requires an extended personal and financial investment.
SHORT COURSES
The Short Course Centre plays an important role in enhancing the contribution that Cairnmillar make to the psychological health of the community.
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
Our targeted community programs, partnerships, volunteers and alumni help us to support our mission to improve the mental health and wellbeing of our broader community.
2020 Course Applications Are Now Open
Click here to view our courses on offer for 2020, including detailed information on placements, facilities available and more!
Mindfulness in Therapy
Theory and Practice of Mindfulness as a Therapeutic Intervention, Monday September 30
A foundational workshop providing participants with the basics of theory and practice of mindfulness as a therapeutic intervention and an orientation to psychotherapy.
Our New Dandenong Clinic
Children, adolescents, adults of all ages and families can be seen without a referral or mental health care plan, with no limit to the number of sessions available.