Mercy Wellness Practice
Reach Out. Receive.
Be Restored.
Are you struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, relationship issues, addiction, or major life changes? There comes a time when help is needed from qualified clinicians to cope with many of life’s challenges.
At Mercy Wellness Practice, experienced professionals will support you on your journey towards healing, self-discovery and wellness.
My Story
Ann Kumar
Founder and Principle Psychologist
Assoc MAPS, MASRC, Certified Workplace Trainer and Assessor
PGD (Psych), GDP (Psych), BA (Psych), GDP (Ex.Sc. Rehabilitation)
In 2020, amidst the most trying times, I opened the doors to Mercy Wellness Practice to offer a wide range of counselling and psychological services.
Life can get difficult, and sometimes a little help from a professional Psychologist can make things better. I care about your well-being and provide opportunities through a holistic clinical care hoping you can tackle even the most traumatic circumstances.
I am a registered psychologist with over 15 years’ experience in the injury, disability and rehabilitation sector. I utilise various evidence based psychological interventions in the areas of depression, anxiety, workplace stress, trauma, pain, grief and loss, relationship issues and injury management.
I have worked within multiple settings (Inpatient, Outpatient, NFP, NDIS, Workers Compensation and Private sector). Currently, I practice as the Principal Psychologist at Mercy Wellness Practise, as a Psychologist at multiple medical centres and inpatient care and a Behaviour Support Practitioner.
I am an approved provider for Medicare and SIRA (NSW Workers Compensation System).
So, what are you waiting for?
Reach Out. Receive. Be Restored.
What To Expect
We implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding among patients and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations. It is essential to keep in mind that therapy is not a magic pill or a quick fix: therapy is a healing process that necessitates participation and investment from the patient and caretaker alike. But in the end, making small changes to self-defeating behavior and coping with feelings of sadness, fear, and pain can bring life-altering results.
Medicare Rebate
You do not require a referral from your GP to make an appointment. However, if you wish to claim Medicare rebates for your Psychology sessions, then you require a referral under a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP.
Our Psychology consultation range from $160 - $200 and remain below that set by the Australian Psychological Society (APS), which is currently at $246. The Medicare Rebate (if referred by your GP) covers a considerable amount of the consultation fees for up to 10 sessions in a calendar year. We also offer medicare funded sessions and sliding scales for the unemployed and concession card holders.
We request that you arrive 5 minutes early for your first appointment as there is paperwork to complete. We also request that you give at least 12 hours’ notice if you are unable to attend, as a courtesy to us and other patients who may be waiting to see a clinician.
Our Services
In 2020, we opened the doors to Mercy Wellness Practice with the goal of providing patients with top-of-the-line mental health services. Whether you’re looking for a bit of counseling, or need professional assistance overcoming a traumatic experience - your wellbeing is our number one priority. We go above and beyond to cater to the needs of every patient with our personalized services.
Psychologist
Feeling a bit down lately and nothing seems to lift your spirits? It might be time to seek help from a Registered Psychologist. Your Psychologist will help you develop positive attitudes towards life’s most complex and challenging circumstances. Contact us today and let us help you find the best in yourself.
Art Psychotherapy
Use creative modalities to understand your emotional conflicts, develop social skills, improve self-esteem, reduce anxiety, and restore normal function to your lives. Schedule an appointment today.
Counseling
If you’re looking for quality Counseling sessions with a Registered Psychologist or a Counsellor that cares, then you’ve come to the right place. We guide our patients every step of the way and implement various methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Schedule an appointment today and see what we can do for you.
Relationship Counselling
In our therapy sessions, we’ll work to solve current problems and improve positive thinking and behavior. We will help you “re-frame” your reactions and provide you with valuable tools to cope with life’s obstacles. Get in touch to book an appointment.
Group Therapy
Group therapy provides a means to use collective experiences for healing. Contact us today to find out about our group therapy sessions and what it can do for you!
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Contact our qualified practitioners work closely with participants of all ages, their families and support network. We ensure a person centred approach and focus on capacity building strategies to improve quality of lives and to reduce behaviours of concern. We also develop comprehensive individualised behaviour support plans to support participants in multiple settings.
"Yesterday is not ours to recover, but tomorrow is ours to win or lose""
Lyndon B. Johnson
