We put clearer words around what is happening.
Private and Medicare psychology
A psychologist in Blacktown for when life feels overwhelming.
Work directly with Andrew for support with anxiety, stress and low mood, in Blacktown or by telehealth.
- Ages 12+
- A$20 after eligible Medicare rebate
- Most first sessions within 1 to 2 weeks
- Appointments usually booked within 1 to 2 days
- After hours and Saturday appointments available
Andrew reads every enquiry and contacts you directly.
Andrew BecharaRegistered PsychologistAHPRA PSY0002506656
What this can feel like
You are keeping up, but life is becoming smaller.
From the outside, you may appear to be coping. Underneath, worry, low mood or exhaustion may be affecting your sleep, motivation, relationships and ability to manage ordinary demands.
- Avoiding situations that feel overwhelming.
- Replaying conversations or anticipating what might go wrong.
- Withdrawing from people or activities.
- Struggling to begin or finish everyday tasks.
- Feeling exhausted from trying to appear okay.
A place to begin
You do not need the perfect words before you begin.
Some people arrive knowing they feel anxious, flat or overwhelmed. Others only know that something has changed and their usual ways of coping are no longer enough.
You do not need to diagnose yourself or explain everything clearly before enquiring. We can begin with what is happening, what keeps getting in the way and what you would like to be different.
Working with Andrew
Therapy should make sense outside the room.
I read every enquiry, speak with you first and provide the ongoing therapy. You are not passed from an intake team to a different clinician.
We begin by making sense of what is happening, noticing the patterns that keep getting in the way and agreeing on what would make therapy useful.
We turn useful ideas into practical steps that fit your week.
We notice what is helping and adjust what is not.
Location
Where we see clients
Andrew sees clients at the Blacktown office, which is close to Blacktown station and the Westpoint precinct, with timed street parking and paid car parks nearby. Directions are sent with the first appointment confirmation. People travel in from across the Blacktown area, including Seven Hills, Mount Druitt, Rooty Hill, Doonside and Quakers Hill, and from further afield in Parramatta and Penrith. If travelling is difficult or you would rather attend from home, the same sessions are available by secure telehealth.
Send an enquiry
Tell Andrew what has been happening
A short enquiry is enough. Andrew reads it himself and contacts you directly within 1 to 2 business days. Prefer to talk? Call 0484 566 263.
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In crisis? Call Lifeline: 13 11 14, Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636, or go to your nearest emergency department. Wiser Minds is not a crisis service.
What happens next
What happens after you enquire
01
Tell me what has been happening
Send a short enquiry describing what has brought you here and what you hope support might help with. You do not need to explain everything perfectly.
02
I contact you directly
I read the enquiry myself and contact you to clarify anything important, discuss whether the service fits and explain the available appointment options.
03
We arrange the next step
If we agree to proceed, most appointments are booked in 1 to 2 days, with sessions held in 1 to 2 weeks.
Fees and Medicare
Clear pricing, with Medicare rebates
This page covers private and Medicare therapy. The payment details below explain each pathway clearly.
| Payment pathway | Session fee | Benefit or rebate | What you pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicare-referred Valid Better Access referral and available services required | A$121.55 | A$101.55 | A$20.00 |
| Private health extras No GP referral required | A$121.55 | Varies; claim using your paid receipt | A$121.55 minus any fund benefit |
| Self-funded No GP referral required | A$121.55 | None | A$121.55 |
For Medicare: the full A$121.55 fee is paid on the day, then the standard A$101.55 rebate is processed electronically back to your nominated bank account, leaving the usual A$20 out of pocket. Wiser Minds does not bulk bill. You need a valid Better Access referral and available Medicare services. Eligible clients can claim up to 10 individual services per calendar year. For private health extras: Wiser Minds provides a paid receipt for you to submit to your fund. You can claim Medicare or private health extras for an appointment, not both.
After hours and Saturday appointments
The fees above apply to weekday appointments before 5pm. A limited number of after hours and Saturday appointments are available at the Blacktown office or by telehealth. They carry a higher gap, and the standard A$101.55 Medicare rebate still applies for eligible clients.
Self-funded and private health clients pay the same session fee for those times. NDIS, WorkCover and CTP appointments are billed under their own funding arrangements and are not affected. Places are limited, so mention your preferred times when you enquire.
Relevant reading
Useful reading before you decide
Common questions
Before you enquire
How much does therapy cost?
A 50-minute session is A$121.55. Private health benefits vary by fund and policy.
Can I claim a Medicare rebate?
Yes, if you have a valid Better Access referral and available Medicare services. The standard rebate is A$101.55, leaving the usual A$20 out of pocket.
Do I need a GP referral?
No referral is needed to enquire or attend privately. A valid Better Access referral is required before claiming a Medicare rebate.
Who is the service for?
Wiser Minds provides ongoing therapy for adults and adolescents aged 12 and over.
Where are appointments available?
Appointments may be offered at the Blacktown office or by secure telehealth.
How soon are appointments available?
Most appointments are booked into the diary within 1 to 2 days, with most first sessions held within 1 to 2 weeks of enquiry.
Do you offer after hours or Saturday appointments?
Yes. A limited number of after hours appointments (weekdays from 5pm) and Saturday appointments are available for private and Medicare therapy at the Blacktown office or by telehealth. These carry a higher gap than standard hours: A$50 after the Medicare rebate for after hours and A$100 for Saturday, compared with the usual A$20 for weekday appointments before 5pm. The session fee is A$151.55 after hours and A$201.55 on Saturday, and the standard A$101.55 rebate still applies for eligible Better Access clients. Self-funded and private health clients pay the same session fee for those times. Mention your preferred times when you enquire.
A practical next step
Information was never the missing piece.
What matters is having someone you trust to help you make sense of what is happening and guide you through what comes next.
Send an enquiry