You do not need a referral simply to contact Wiser Minds.
Private therapy | Medicare rebates available
Psychologist in Blacktown with Medicare rebates for ages 12+.
Psychological support for when life feels overwhelming.
Work directly with Andrew in Blacktown or by telehealth. For eligible Better Access clients, the usual out-of-pocket cost is A$20 after the Medicare rebate.
- Ages 12+
- Blacktown or telehealth
- A$121.55 session fee
- Usual A$20 eligible gap
- After hours and Saturday appointments available
Andrew reads every enquiry and contacts you directly.
Andrew BecharaRegistered PsychologistAHPRA PSY0002506656
What this can feel like
You may be coping, but it is taking more out of you.
Anxiety, low mood or stress can quietly affect sleep, motivation, relationships and the things you keep putting off. Therapy offers a place to understand what is happening and begin working on it practically.
- Worry continuing after the immediate problem has passed.
- Ordinary tasks taking more effort than they used to.
- Withdrawing or putting off things that matter.
- Feeling flat, tense or mentally exhausted.
Better Access
Using Medicare for therapy
A valid Better Access referral and available Medicare services are required before claiming a rebate.
Pay A$121.55 on the day. The standard A$101.55 rebate leaves the usual A$20 out of pocket.
Fees and Medicare
Clear pricing, with Medicare rebates
The standard therapy fee is A$121.55. What remains out of pocket depends on the pathway you use.
| 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.
Working with Andrew
Therapy with a clear direction.
I will help you make sense of what is happening, identify the patterns that keep getting in the way and agree with you on what would make therapy useful. Sessions remain practical, with progress reviewed against the goals we set together.
Andrew draws on CBT, ACT and Motivational Interviewing according to the person and their goals, rather than applying one fixed program.
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.
Form privacy: Enquiries are delivered through Formspree. Wiser Minds does not attach landing-page addresses, campaign referrers, UTM or Google click-ID data to the submission. A fixed service-routing marker may be included when you use a referral-specific link. Form answers are not included in the site's fixed Google conversion event. See the Privacy Policy.
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
Send a short enquiry
Share what has been happening, your preferred appointment format and whether you intend to use Medicare.
02
Andrew contacts you directly
Andrew reviews the enquiry, clarifies anything important and discusses fit, availability and the referral pathway.
03
Arrange the first session
Most appointments are booked within 1 to 2 days, with sessions held within 1 to 2 weeks. A valid referral is required before any appointment you intend to claim through Medicare.
Relevant reading
Useful reading before you decide
From Andrew
When Life Feels Overwhelming but You're Still Functioning
Why appearing capable does not always mean that things feel manageable.
Read the articleFrom AndrewWhat Happens in Your First Psychology Session
A plain-language guide to what you can expect when therapy begins.
Read the articleFrom AndrewYour Teen Says They're Fine, but Something Feels Off
How to notice change without turning every difficult week into a diagnosis.
Read the articleCommon questions
Before you enquire
Do I need a referral to get started?
No. You can enquire or begin privately without a referral. A valid Better Access referral and available Medicare services are required before claiming a rebate.
How do payments work with Medicare?
You pay A$121.55 on the day. For an eligible appointment, the standard A$101.55 rebate is processed electronically, leaving the usual A$20 out of pocket.
How do private payments and health insurance work?
Private clients pay A$121.55. Wiser Minds provides a paid receipt to submit to your fund, and any benefit depends on your policy.
When do I pay, and can Wiser Minds see my card details?
With your written consent, payment details are stored securely through Halaxy's payment provider. Full card details are not visible to Wiser Minds.
How many sessions will I need?
This depends on your goals, needs and circumstances. You and Andrew agree on goals and review whether the work remains useful.
Can I attend in Blacktown or by telehealth?
Yes. Appointments may be offered at the Blacktown office or by secure telehealth.
Can I claim a Medicare rebate for telehealth?
Eligible Better Access telehealth appointments can attract the standard rebate when referral and service requirements are met.
How soon could I begin?
Most appointments are booked 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.
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