Your questions, answered

If you are a new client, complete the contact form and I will be in touch within two to three business days with what to expect and the intake forms. If you would rather just pick a time, you can book and manage appointments yourself through the online booking portal.

Not to book. You can make an appointment without one and pay the full fee. If you want a Medicare rebate, you will need a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP.

I support adults experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, burnout and life transitions. Many people also come for overthinking, relationship challenges or feeling stuck. I also work with people who have had a psychological injury at work, or a physical workplace injury that is causing distress. You do not need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy.

It is a chance for us to get to know each other. We will talk about what has been going on for you, what you would like help with, your goals for therapy, and your history and current circumstances. You do not need to prepare anything. Many people feel nervous beforehand, which is completely normal.

No. Appointments are currently available Mon to Wed afternoons and Friday daytime, with occasional Saturday appointments available.

Yes, all sessions are by secure video telehealth (online). That means support from your own space with no travel time, which matters most for people in rural and regional areas.

This is a very common worry, and the good news is it is simple. Intake forms are a link and some prompts, and sessions are also just a link. The main thing you need is decent reception.

It depends on your goals and what you are working through. Many people start weekly or fortnightly, then space sessions out over time. We will find a pace that is manageable and useful.

There is no fixed number. Some people come for short-term support of six to ten sessions, others prefer longer work. Most sit in the range of 10 to 16. We review progress regularly to make sure therapy is still worth your time.

No, the practice is fully telehealth (online). If you need face-to-face sessions, it is worth looking for someone local who can see you in person.

Yes. Everything discussed in sessions is confidential, with a few legal exceptions such as risk of harm to yourself or others, a court subpoena, or mandatory reporting. These will be explained clearly in your first session. WorkCover clients: some information is shared with your case manager or rehabilitation provider, which is covered on the WorkCover page.

Currently 4.30pm and 5.30pm Monday to Thursday, 8am and 1.30pm Fridays, and 8am to 11am every second Saturday. Live availability is on the booking portal.

$250 for a 50 minute session. With a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate of $101.55, leaving a gap of $148.45. For context, the current AAPi recommended fee for a 40 to 60 minute consultation is $340 (the APS rate is $330).

Yes, if your policy covers psychology. There is no HICAPS terminal here, so you pay the full fee up front and claim with your fund. Check what they need and how much they cover before booking. You cannot claim Medicare and private health for the same session.

It is a legal requirement for psychologists to charge the full fee and then process your rebate or provide a receipt, even though some other providers charge only the gap.

Please give at least 24 to 48 hours notice to cancel or reschedule. Late cancellations and missed appointments incur a fee, because that time was held for you and generally cannot be filled at short notice. This applies to WorkCover clients too.

No. Funding options are WorkCover QLD, Medicare, private health or self-funded. Full fee details.

Yes, Queensland clients only under WorkCover QLD. I see people with psychological injuries, and physical injuries that are causing distress or mental health concerns. Billing goes directly to WorkCover, and I take both pending and approved claims. Full WorkCover information.

WorkCover funds your first sessions while the claim is pending. You will need a Work Capacity Certificate from your GP and a claim number. If the claim is declined they stop paying, and I will give you options for continuing support.

Yes. Talk to your GP about a Mental Health Treatment Plan, then send the plan and referral through. Medicare covers up to 10 sessions per calendar year. You cannot use two funding sources at once.

Use the referral form on the referrers page, or send your client to the booking portal. Please have your client’s consent before sending their details.

I am not a crisis service, which means your email or booking may not be seen straight away. If you have an urgent mental health concern, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467, Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636, MensLine on 1300 789 978 or 13YARN on 13 92 76. If you or someone else is in danger, call 000.

Adults only. I do not take crisis presentations, people experiencing suicidal thoughts, or clients who need complex multidisciplinary care or high-intensity support. I am also not experienced with significant eating disorders, and I do not do forensic assessments or reports. If the best treatment for you falls outside the scope of my practice, I will provide onward referral options.

I am a general psychologist registered with AHPRA, registered since 2019, and a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi). I am also a registered WorkCover QLD provider.

Because of the volume of spam that arrived when they were displayed. The contact form goes to the same place and is the fastest way to reach me.