FAQs

No. You don’t need a referral to make an appointment. However, if you would like to access the Medicare rebate you will need a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) from your GP. To make an appointment simply phone (08) 9374 2265 or email admin@deliahcassidypsychology.com and we will get back to you with a suitable time.

In your first appointment we will discuss aspects of the services such as confidentially. We will also discuss your reasons for attending therapy and what you aim to achieve. As therapy is a very personal experience it is also important that you feel comfortable, and find someone that you feel at ease with, so the initial session is also for you to decide whether I am the right fit for you.

Sessions last 50 minutes and cost $275. This is below the Australian Psychological Society’s National Suggested Fees which is $311 for 45-60 minutes. With access to Medicare benefits you can claim up to $141.85 per session. Some Private Health Insurers can pay up to 70% of your fee. 

A Clinical Psychologist must have completed a 4 year undergraduate degree and an additional 2 years postgraduate Master’s degree with practical and theoretical training. They use a combination of cognitive and behavioural therapies, and psychoeducation to assist people with mental health issues. They must be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and continue both supervision and training throughout their career so as to maintain and strengthen their skills.