“Helping clients take back control.”

I am a registered Psychologist with AHPRA and also the APS. I have an undergraduate degree in Psychology from the Australian National University, a MA in Sport Psychology from the University of Western Sydney and also a Masters of Psychology, specialising in Counselling and Family Therapy. I also undertake extensive professional development each year to stay current in my practice of psychology.

No, you don’t need a referral to attend as a private patient. If you have private health insurance, you may be able to claim a rebate if you are covered for Psychology.

Yes, If your GP has completed a mental health treatment plan for you, you will then be eligible to claim a rebate from Medicare. We are able to process this for you.

No. Unfortunately direct billing to the NDIS is not available. However, if you have approved services on your NDIS plan for psychology, you can claim your fees after settling your account privately.

A standard private appointment time slot is 50 mins. Your initial assessment may take longer.

Yes. Please contact your case manager or insurer to arrange for the appropriate approvals for you to proceed as an insurance client. You will usually have to have your medical certificate to support the referral.

Essentially what we talk about remains between you and I. All of my files are stored securely, and I do not discuss your information with anyone without your written consent. However there are a few exceptions, which will be discussed with you at the first appointment;

1 - if you are referred by your GP with a mental health plan, there is an expectation that some information will be shared with them in a letter following the first and 6th session.

2 – there are some mandatory reporting requirements attached to my registration, which can affect confidentiality. This is to keep you and others safe.

3 – If you have a third party (ie: Insurer) paying for your treatments, they may require reports to be released to them, which also affects confidentiality.

4 – If I am ordered by a court through a subpoena, then I must comply with the release of information and produce your file.

5 – Your solicitor may request your file, in this instance, you would usually know about it first.