Helping to Achieve a Better Quality of Life
Individually tailored professional service
AB counselling services information
Registered with AASW Australian Association of Social Workers & abides by the AASW Code Of Ethics. Holds AMHSW registration with AASW and is a Mental Health Accredited Social Worker. Has extensive post graduate training and experience in the field of Mental Health.
Registered provider for Psychological services under Medicare & implements only evidence-based strategies as approved & required under Medicare.
Undertakes ongoing professional development and training to maintain accreditation with AASW & engages in regular supervision.
Mission Statement
Mission - Assist individuals and Families to achieve and lead better quality lives
Vision – Healthy Individual and Family Functioning
Efficacy – Guarantee of quality service and client centered intervention
Core Values - Provide access to therapeutical interventions for all Australians with focus on transparency and respect
How to access psychological intervention and support at AB counselling services:
You may be entitled to access a maximum of 10 sessions per calendar year under the Medicare Better Access scheme or Mental Health Care Plan MHCP. If identified that you may benefit from further treatment after the 6th session, contact with your identified GP will occur and a request for consideration of your eligibility to access a further 4 sessions will be requested.
Under Medicare compliance, the primary treatment modality employed at AB Counselling Services is CBT Cognitive Behaviour Therapy & ACT Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. Full fee paying clients are treated utilising various psychological treatment modalities including CBT & ACT though not limited to; Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapies.
Privacy
Your rights to Privacy of your personal information Confidential and Highly Professional Service Non judgmental and Caring are totally guaranteed.
Ana uses a range of interventions in helping individuals with mental health disorders including:
Psycho Education including Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Skills Training including: Problem Solving Anger Management Social Skills & Stress Management
FEES
Private Psychotherapy- One Hour
$154
DVA Gap Fee
$25.60
Mental Health Care Plan Referral Gap Fee for Healthcare Cardholders, Students and Low-Income Earner
$37.75
Mental Health Care Plan Referral Gap Fee for Non- Healthcare Cardholders
$66.75