Bellingen Psychology is based in the Bellingen region of NSW and currently provides psychological appointments via secure telehealth across NSW.

Standard psychological appointments are 50 minutes unless otherwise specified when booking.

Bellingen Psychology currently provides appointments via secure telehealth.

Bellingen Psychology primarily supports adults seeking psychological therapy for concerns including anxiety, burnout, chronic stress, trauma, emotional overwhelm, life transitions and neurodivergence.

No. You can access a psychologist privately without a Mental Health Treatment Plan. However, a Mental Health Treatment Plan may allow you to access a Medicare rebate if you meet the relevant eligibility requirements.

Medicare rebates may be available for eligible clients with an appropriate Mental Health Treatment Plan or other eligible referral pathway.

Current Bellingen Psychology fees are listed on the Fees & Funding page. Fees and rebates can vary depending on the funding pathway being used.

Bellingen Psychology provides services to eligible NDIS participants who are self-managed or plan-managed. Bellingen Psychology is not a registered NDIS provider and therefore cannot directly claim through the NDIA portal for NDIA-managed participants.

Bellingen Psychology may provide psychological services under relevant Workers Compensation arrangements where the required approval and referral arrangements are in place.

The initial appointment provides an opportunity to discuss what has brought you to therapy, understand your current circumstances and identify what you would like support with.

The first appointment is also an opportunity for you to determine whether Rosie and Bellingen Psychology feel like the right fit for you.

Trauma-informed therapy recognises that previous experiences can influence the way people experience themselves, relationships, emotions and the world around them. Therapy aims to prioritise safety, choice, collaboration and an understanding of the individual context rather than assuming that one approach will suit everyone.

Yes. Rosie takes a neuroaffirming approach when supporting adults who identify as neurodivergent or are exploring whether ADHD, autism or other neurodevelopmental differences may be relevant to their experiences.

Yes. Bellingen Psychology currently provides secure telehealth appointments across NSW, allowing clients to access psychological support without needing to travel to Bellingen.

Yes. A substantial body of research supports telehealth as equally effective for a wide range of presentations, including anxiety, depression, burnout, and stress. For many people, the flexibility and consistency of online sessions supports better attendance and, over time, better outcomes.

No referral is needed to book a session. If you would like to access the Medicare rebate, you will need a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP before your first appointment.

If telehealth is not appropriate for your circumstances or clinical needs, this can be discussed during the initial process and alternative support may be recommended where appropriate.

If you are unsure whether the practice is appropriate for your circumstances, you are welcome to contact Bellingen Psychology to discuss your needs and determine whether the service is an appropriate fit.

If your needs fall outside the scope of the practice, you may be provided with information about alternative services or referral options where appropriate.

No. Bellingen Psychology is not a crisis or emergency service. If you require urgent mental health support, please use appropriate emergency or crisis services.