You may benefit from seeing a therapist if you are struggling with a situation, overthinking things, or simply feeling low. Our treatment plans and goals will be tailored to your specific needs.
Call us on 02 4072 1449 and discuss your needs. We can make an appointment for you at a time that suits you.
Alternatively you can click on the Book Now link and choose a time that works for you, either in person at our clinic or online. Once you’ve booked an appointment, you’ll receive an email with a link with instructions to follow. If you don’t receive an email, check your spam filter as it may be caught there. Mark the email as ‘safe’ so that future emails arrive in your inbox.
We may ask you a few additional questions to ensure that your first appointment goes smoothly.
All clients are welcome in person at our Merewether clinic. There is free on street parking near our clinic.
If you are unable to attend the practice or wish to remain at home, we offer online therapy, also known as Telehealth, which offers convenience with the same quality services.
Online therapy is a secure option and is perfect for people with busy schedules, where transport is difficult, or who live in remote areas.
Yes. Our Merewether clinic has ramp access, wide doors and a disability accessible toilet.
Yes. A referral is not required to attend an appointment.
You may be referred by your GP or another health professional. Please bring any referral documents with you to your initial appointment.
Yes we accept Mental Health Care Plans (MHCP) from GPs. Please bring your MHCP referral with you to your first appointment.
We accept self managed and plan managed NDIS plan funding.
No. Our fees are significantly lower than the rate recommended by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) to ensure accessibility.
If you are unable to afford our fee, we can direct you to an alternate bulk-billing service
Bring any relevant reports or referral information.
If you are an adult, you may attend on your own or with a support person. If the appointment is for a teenager, we ask that a parent or guardian attend the initial appointment as well.
The first appointment is an opportunity to get to know your therapist and share your story. Nothing is rushed, we go at your pace. This is also a great opportunity to set goals and create a plan for achieving them.
Payment can be made via credit card using a secure digital platform when you book your appointment or when you attend our clinic in person.
If someone’s life is in danger or there is an immediate risk of harm, call emergency services on 000 or present to your nearest emergency department.
Hunter Clinical Services in not an emergency service.
Should you need urgent crisis support, there are a number of services that are specifically designed to help. Below is a list of some of these services and other helpful links.
Mental health support and counseling
Kath acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters across Australia and recognises their enduring connections to Country, culture and language. She honours the collective knowledge, wisdom, strength and resilience of First Nations peoples and communities.
Kath pays her respects to Elders past and present and acknowledges future generations who will carry forward the memories, traditions, cultures and hopes of First Nations peoples. She also pays respect to her First Nations customers, colleagues, stakeholders and partners in reconciliation.
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