Registered Psychologists Wellness Centre Wollongong

At the Wellness Centre Wollongong we believe mental wellbeing go hand in hand with physical health. Our psychologists are able to help with many life issues from helping you deal with stressful situations; assisting in developing strategies to solve problems; making decisions; through to managing worry and improving mental health generally.

Counselling works. Talking with a professional psychologist can help resolve life issues, improve happiness and develop resilience. Our psychologists listen and build a relationship while recognising you are the best person to make your own choices.

At the Wellness Centre Wollongong our psychologists work in a holistic manner, recognising that there are many factors that create life situations. They are trained in proven therapies and support systems including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT); Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness; Somatic Therapies; Solution Focused Therapy; Compassion-Focused Therapy and Supportive Counselling. They will work with you to find which works best for you. With our psychologists you are in control. Our psychologists work with children, adolescents and adults.

Talking to a psychologist is not just for people with diagnosed mental health issues. They can help with everyday life by providing Emotional Wellness Mentoring, working through life stressors, worry, problems and decisions. We can provide guidance and strategies to put into practise daily, to increase happiness and manage the many issues that life today throws at us. Emotional Wellness Mentoring can assist in managing:

Worry
Stress
Sleep problems
Weight management
Problem solving and Decision making support
Grief
Frustration
Family conflicts
Relationship issues

We can also provide psychological therapy for

Depression
Anxiety
Phobias
Obsessive compulsiveness
Mental Health
Anger Management
Self esteem
Drug and Alcohol addictions
Grief Counselling
Behavioural problems

Our Registered Psychologists

What can I expect from my first Psychologist visit?

At your first session the psychologist will discuss your goals and what you would like to achieve during the sessions. They will give you information about their experience and outline therapies or strategies that are relevant to you. In some cases you may be asked to complete a form on which issues you wish to address. You do not have to discuss anything that you do not wish to. Our focus in each session is to provide support in a comfortable environment.

The psychologist may suggest strategies and techniques to assist with any immediate challenges you may be facing. You are free to ask questions throughout the session and provide feedback to the psychologist. Your initial session will be just under an hour.

FEES
Our fees are well below the recommended fee for Psychological services by the Australian Psychological Society. With a Medicare referral from a GP you are able to claim back a large proportion of our fees.

Weekdays $165.00 per session (concession $130) Medicare rebate is $92.90
Evening 5pm onwards and Saturdays $185.00 per session (concession $130) Medicare rebate is $116.65
Medicare rebates apply to all appointments with a valid mental health care plan
on-site HICAPS available

Wellness Centre Wollongong Psychologists are Providers of services under Mental Health Referrals AND GP Management Plans.

Appointments

You don't need a referral from your GP to make an appointment. You do however need a referral note and a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP or psychiatrist in order to visit under the Medicare Better Access to Mental Health Care Initiative to receive their substantial rebate.

NOTE: You can visit our psychologists using a referral originally written for another psychologist should you wish to.

Group sessions can also be authorised as part of a Mental Health Care Plan. Your medical Practitioner needs to specify group sessions on the plan. Up to 10 group therapy services can also be used per calendar year (in addition to individual sessions). See Anxiety & Depression Mindfulness Groups

To make an appointment with our psychologists and counsellors for a confidential session in a supportive environment call the Wellness Centre Wollongong on 02 42263777

Please be aware there is a Appointment Cancellation Policy and Cancelation Fees will be charged including GST Appointment & Cancellation Policy here

Should you have any questions regarding fees & rebates you can contact the practice manager on 42263777 or use our Contact Us Form Here