Ann-Maree Whelan

Counselling Psychologist

I’m here to help.

​I am an experienced psychologist, working from a strengths-based and trauma-informed perspective. I work collaboratively with clients using a wide range of evidence-based treatment approaches tailored to your individual needs.

I bring a warm personal style, and aim to create a safe, non-judgemental and supportive therapeutic space where you can develop insight and create meaningful change in your life and relationships.

I see adults for individual psychological therapy. I help people with anxiety, autism, ADHD, burnout, depression, grief and loss, parenting issues, relationship difficulties, trauma, and other issues. I have a particular passion for neurodiversity-affirming practice and LGBTIQ+ inclusion, including supporting those navigating past or current experiences with faith communities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Counselling Psychologists have advanced training in psychological assessment and therapy. Like Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology is an area of expertise recognised by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA), requiring the same level of training.

    Counselling Psychologists are trained in a wide range of psychological therapeutic models and interventions. This means we can use an integrative, holistic approach, tailoring therapy to your needs.

    • Psychological therapy for adults with issues such as anxiety, autism, ADHD, burnout, depression, grief and loss, parenting issues, relationship difficulties, trauma, and other life challenges.

    • Face-to-face and telehealth options available.

  • Initial session 50-60 min: $310 weekdays; $330 Saturdays

    Ongoing therapy session 50-60 min: $250 weekdays; $270 Saturdays

    Extended session or EMDR processing 90min: $360 weekdays; $380 Saturdays

    Non-face to face letter or report writing: $250 per hour

    If you have a referral from your GP, you may be able to access a rebate from Medicare of $98.95

    NDIS self managed or plan managed clients welcome. I am unable to provide services to NDIS agency managed clients.

    Cancellations made with under 24 hours notice will be charged the full fee if we are unable to fill the time slot

  • You don’t need a referral from your doctor. But if you get a Mental Health Treatment Plan and a referral from your GP, you can get a Medicare rebate - currently for up to 10 sessions per calendar year. This also means your GP is kept informed of your treatment and progress.

  • Get in touch by filling in the Client Enquiry Form on the Contact page. We will review your message, and get in touch for a quick conversation to discuss whether I am the best person to support you. If you decide to proceed, we’ll make your first appointment booking then.

  • No. At this stage, I am unable to offer formal assessments for ADHD or Autism, though this is something I hope to offer at some point in the future. However, I am qualified and experienced in exploring if formal assessment is something worth considering.

A safe space to reflect and get support

I offer in-person therapy consultations from my office in Leichhardt, NSW.

Telehealth appointments are also an option for those further away or who prefer online support.

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The front of our new premises

The waiting room

The clinic room

The clinic room

The clinic room

Located in the heart of the Inner West

My office is conveniently located at 96 Norton St Leichhardt NSW 2040.

Getting here is easy. Buses stop 20 metres away, and there is ample free 2 hour parking across the road in Norton Plaza.