WELCOME
We all know life can be tough sometimes. It can affect our minds, bodies, and hearts (that is, who we are at our core, our spirit). At Resilient Heart Psychology, my hope is that whatever difficulty you are facing, with support you can build the kind of 'resilient heart' that will help you survive, thrive and flourish in life.
Resilient Heart Psychology is a Clinical Psychology practice that provides therapy services for adults (18 yrs+).
Resilient Heart Psychology is open for new referrals. Please see contact details below to get in touch.
ABOUT ME
Natasha Herbert, Clinical Psychologist
BA, BPsychSc (Hons), MPsychol(Clin)
Pronouns: She/Her
I am a Clinical Psychologist and AHPRA Board Approved Supervisor based in Sydney CBD. I have worked as a Psychologist with clients on their mental health and wellbeing for over 10 years.
My approach is empathic, down-to-earth, and practical. I hope to make you feel empowered, safe and encouraged to make the changes you want to in your life. Whilst this can be difficult, I will work alongside you to guide and cheer-lead you through the process.
I have worked with children, adolescents and adults across multiple settings, including public and private hospitals, clinical research centres, schools, and private practice. I am passionate about helping individuals with a range of difficulties and mental health concerns. I work inclusively with clients from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds, identities (LGBTIQA+), spiritual/religious beliefs and from various walks of life.
I am also passionate about providing support to individuals with eating disorders and body image concerns. I have worked intensively in this area across various Inpatient, Day Program, Outpatient, and private practice settings in NSW for over 8 years. This includes Wesley Hospital Eating Disorder Clinic (Ashfield), Peter Beumont Day Program and the Outpatient Eating Disorder Service (Royal Prince Alfred Hospital). I am trained in CBT-E, SSCM, DBT-ED, CRT and I draw on the Carolyn Costin Model and other approaches. I have had the opportunity to work closely with GPs, Psychiatrists, Dietitians, Occupational therapists, Art Therapists, and Exercise Physiologists, and appreciate the benefit of a multidisciplinary approach to care. I will work with you wholistically, to find your own individual path to recovery.
Alongside working with clients, I have also been a clinical supervisor at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) Psychology Clinic, helping provisional psychologists complete their clinical training.
Therapy Approaches:
-Schema Therapy (ST)
-Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
-Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
-Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
-Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
-Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET)
-Mindfulness-based psychological therapy
-Attachment-based models
-Other Trauma Models
SERVICES & AVAILABILITY
-Anxiety (e.g. general, social, health, panic, OCD, specific phobias)
-Mood difficulties (e.g. depression, bipolar)
-Eating disorders (e.g. Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, Other)
-Body Dysmorphic Disorder
-Emotional difficulties & dysregulation
-Anger
-Relationship stress
-Abandonment fears
-Self-Worth and Self-esteem
-Parenting difficulties
-Burnout
-Grief and loss
-Feeling 'stuck' or unsure of life direction
-Cultural or family of origin stress
-Trauma (complex/relational/other)
-General support and counselling
Availability:
-Monday - AM & PM
-Tuesday - AM & PM
-Thursday - AM & PM
-Friday - AM & PM
Unfortunately, there are no new after-hours appointments available for the foreseeable future. Please get in touch if you have any questions.
*Please note: I currently do not provide services under NDIS, WorkCover, or Victims of Crime initiatives at this time.
I also offer supervision for registered Psychologists, and for registered Psychologists completing their Clinical Psychology registrar pathway.
INDIVIDUAL ADULT THERAPY
CLINICAL SUPERVISION FOR PSYCHOLOGISTS
BOOKINGS & CONTACT DETAILS
If you would like to book in a consultation, please get in touch via phone or email. Should you not be able to reach someone directly, please leave a clear message with your name and contact details for us to return your query.
Phone: 0402 752 704
Email: admin@resilientheartpsychology.com
Fax: 02 9012 0653
Should you need urgent medical or physical assistance please call 000. The number for Lifeline is 13 11 14.
ADDRESS & GETTING THERE
Sydney CBD Practice Address:
Suite 11, Level 7 (Here Completely Rooms)
428 George St (Dymocks Building)
Sydney NSW 2000
Enter the Dymocks Building (but do not enter the Dymocks book store). Take the lift to Level 7 and turn right upon exiting. You will see an office suite with a White sign labelled 'Here Completely.' Enter and take a seat in the waiting room. I will come out to collect you at your allocated appointment time.
Getting there:
Trains:
-Closest train stations are Town Hall, St James, Wynyard Station
Tram:
-Close to QVB light rail stop
Bus:
-Many stops close by
Ferry:
-15-20 mins walk from Barangaroo & Circular Quay Ferry stops
Car:
-Limited parking nearby and at a cost. Please explore options in advance.
FEES AND REBATES
The Australian Psychological Society (APS) National Schedule of Recommended Fees 2023-2024 has the recommended fee for a 46-60 minute session at $311. Resilient Heart Psychology's standard subsequent consultation fee is set lower than this recommended rate, to allow more people to access quality therapy services.
Initial Consultation:
-$280 (before 5pm)
-$300 (after 5pm)
Subsequent consultations:
-$250 (before 5pm)
-$270 (after 5pm)
Session fees are due in full on the day of your appointment. We will charge your credit/debit card on file.
Medicare Rebates:
Better Access/Mental Health Care Plan
If you have a plan in place, and an eligible referral from your GP or Psychiatrist, you may be entitled to Medicare rebates, for up to 10 sessions per calendar year (dependent on individual circumstances). *As of 1 July 2024, the standard Medicare rebate for a 50 minute consultation with a Clinical Psychologist is $141.85 per session*
Eating Disorder Plan:
If you have a plan in place, and an eligible referral from your GP or Psychiatrist, you may be entitled to Medicare rebates, for 20 to 40 sessions (dependent on individual circumstances). *As of 1 July 2024, the standard Medicare rebate for a 50 minute consultation with a Clinical Psychologist is $141.85 per session*
Provided you have eligibility and relevant paperwork on file, we will lodge your Medicare rebates on your behalf.
Private Health Rebates:
If not claiming via Medicare, you may be eligible for rebates via your Private Health fund. Please check directly with your individual provider regarding rebate amounts and terms/conditions prior, as each fund varies.
Please Note: We are currently unable to process rebates for Private Health funds on your behalf. On successful payment you will be issued with a receipt which you can use to apply for rebates independently.
USEFUL RESOURCES
Below are some useful resources which can compliment your therapy experience, or assist while you are waiting for your initial appointment.
ONLINE PROGRAMS & SELF-HELP RESOURCES
E-MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES
