WorkCover Psychologist — Mental Health Support When You Need It Most
Workplace injuries aren’t always physical. If you’re struggling with stress, anxiety, or trauma after a work incident, call us. We’ll book you in with a psychologist who treats work stress — and it’s covered by WorkCover.
Emotional Recovery Is Part of Healing
Work injuries affect more than your body — they can impact your confidence, mood, relationships, and overall wellbeing. That's why WorkCover includes psychological support in its treatment plans.
- ✓Work-related stress or burnout — feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or unable to cope with the demands of your job or your recovery process.
- ✓Anxiety or depression following injury — persistent worry about your future, loss of motivation, feelings of hopelessness, or withdrawal from activities you used to enjoy.
- ✓PTSD or emotional trauma — flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, or avoidance behaviours following a traumatic workplace incident.
- ✓Difficulty coping with pain or change — struggling to adjust to new physical limitations, chronic pain, or changes to your work and home life.
- ✓Workplace bullying or harassment — psychological harm caused by ongoing mistreatment, intimidation, or hostile behaviour in the workplace.
- ✓Sleep disturbances and fatigue — insomnia, broken sleep, or constant tiredness linked to your injury, pain, or psychological distress.
Confidential
What you share stays private
Sessions are between you and your psychologist — your employer doesn’t hear what you say.
Covered
Paid by your insurer
Approved psychology sessions are 100% covered under your WorkCover claim.
Flexible
In-person or telehealth
Choose the format that feels safest for you. Both are covered by WorkCover.
What to Expect in Your First Session
We understand that seeing a psychologist for the first time can feel daunting. Here's what happens in a first session.
A Safe, Confidential Space
Everything you discuss stays between you and your psychologist. Sessions are held in a private, comfortable environment — whether in person or via telehealth. There is absolutely no judgement. Your psychologist is there to listen and support you.
Understanding Your Needs
Your first session focuses on understanding what you're going through. Your psychologist will ask about your injury, how it's affecting you emotionally, your sleep, your relationships, and your day-to-day functioning. This helps them build a clear picture of where you are and what support you need.
Creating a Treatment Plan
Based on your initial assessment, your psychologist will work with you to create a personalised treatment plan. This plan outlines clear goals — whether it's managing anxiety, processing trauma, building coping strategies, or preparing for a return to work. You'll always know what to expect and why.
Types of Therapy Available
The psychologists we book use a range of evidence-based therapies, tailored to your individual needs and the nature of your psychological injury.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
The most widely used and researched therapy for anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT helps you identify and change unhelpful thought patterns that are keeping you stuck.
EMDR for Trauma
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a highly effective treatment for PTSD and trauma. It helps your brain process traumatic memories so they no longer trigger distress.
Stress Management
Practical strategies for managing the day-to-day stress of an injury, a WorkCover claim, and the uncertainty that comes with it. This includes relaxation techniques, mindfulness, and structured problem-solving.
Return-to-Work Support
Psychological preparation for returning to work after an injury. This includes managing anxiety about the workplace, building confidence, and developing strategies to cope with the transition back.
How Many Sessions Will I Need?
Every person's situation is different, and there's no one-size-fits-all answer. As a general guide, WorkCover typically approves an initial block of 6 to 12 sessions.
If you need ongoing support beyond the initial block, your psychologist can request an extension from the insurer with a clinical justification. Many injured workers receive psychological treatment for several months or longer — as long as it's clinically necessary, WorkCover will cover it.
Your psychologist will review your progress regularly and adjust your treatment plan as you improve. The goal is always to get you to a point where you feel strong, confident, and ready to move forward.
The Psychologists We Book
Every psychologist we book is approved under WorkCover, with in-person and telehealth sessions.
Specialise in workplace-related mental health
Are approved under WorkCover
Offer both in-person and telehealth options
Understand the claims process and documentation requirements
WorkCover Psychologist FAQs
WorkCover Psychologists Across Sydney
We book psychologists for injured workers right across the Sydney metro. Pick the area closest to home or work for local appointment details.
Your suburb not listed? We book psychologists across the rest of Greater Sydney, regional NSW and Canberra as well, and every session is available by telehealth — call (02) 7238 7379 and we'll book the closest appointment.
Book Your First Session
Calling us costs you nothing and commits you to nothing. We'll book you in with a psychologist who treats work stress.
Call (02) 7238 7379