Is Oracle Psychology a registered NDIS provider?

Yes — Oracle Psychology is a registered NDIS provider, approved to deliver Early Childhood Supports, Therapeutic Supports and Behaviour Support. You can use NDIS funding for eligible supports.

What services does Oracle Psychology provide?

Oracle Psychology provides Psychology, Behavioural Support, Autism Assessment, ADHD Assessment and Learning Support & Tutoring.

Which areas does Oracle Psychology cover?

Oracle Psychology is based in Newcastle, NSW.

How do I connect with Oracle Psychology?

You can call +61 2 4929 2223 and visit their website, or send an enquiry through EarlyBloom — it goes straight to the provider and is always free for families.

How do Medicare rebates for psychology work?

Your GP can prepare a Mental Health Care Plan and referral, which lets you claim a Medicare rebate for a set number of sessions per calendar year. The exact number and rebate are set by Medicare.

Do we need a referral?

Not to see a psychologist privately. A GP Mental Health Care Plan and referral are needed to claim Medicare rebates.

When should I consider a psychologist for my child?

If worries, mood, or behaviour are affecting your child's daily life, friendships, or learning, an assessment can help clarify what support would suit.

Is psychology covered by the NDIS?

It can be, where psychological support relates to a participant's disability and plan goals.

Oracle Psychology · Psychology · Newcastle, NSW

What Oracle helps with

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessment & Support

Assessments, skill development, and strategies tailored to individual needs, working to foster improved communication and emotional regulation.

Behaviour Difficulties Support

Helping children and teens address behaviour challenges with strategies that aim to improve emotional regulation, conflict resolution, and social interactions.

Behaviour Support Plans

A therapy approach that reduces challenging behaviours by understanding what is driving them and building supportive routines, environments and skills, so a child can take part more fully at home, school and in the community.

Clinical Hypnosis

Providing clinical hypnosis to address anxiety, pain management, and emotional challenges through relaxation and tailored suggestions.

Comprehensive Assessments

A thorough evaluation by a psychologist using standardised tests, interviews and observation to understand a person's cognitive, emotional and behavioural functioning. Results inform diagnosis and guide recommendations for therapy, school adjustments and support services.

Dyslexia Assessment

Targeted teaching and therapy to help children develop reading, writing and spelling skills, including support for dyslexia, language disorders and learning difficulties. Structured, evidence-based approaches build the foundations of literacy from the ground up.

Learning Assessment

Evaluations to identify learning difficulties and support tailored interventions.

Diagnostic Assessment

Comprehensive diagnostic assessments for developmental and mental health conditions.

Intellectual Assessment

Assessment of intellectual functioning and cognitive abilities.

EMDR & Trauma Therapy

EMDR therapy designed to help clients process traumatic experiences, reduce distress, and support healing.

Mood Difficulties Support

Support for mood-related challenges like anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation with tailored interventions.

Anxiety Support

Therapy and support to help children and adults understand and manage anxiety — including worry, panic, phobias and social anxiety. Treatment typically draws on evidence-based approaches such as CBT, and helps individuals gradually face feared situations with greater confidence.

Depression Support

Psychological therapy and support for people experiencing depression, helping them understand low mood, develop coping strategies and re-engage with meaningful activities. Evidence-based approaches such as CBT, ACT and interpersonal therapy are commonly used.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Support

Tailored support for children and adolescents with OCD.

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) Support

Support for behavioural and emotional challenges related to ODD.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Support

Assessment and support for children and adolescents with ADHD using approaches designed to meet individual needs.

Anger Management

Therapy and skills training to help children and adults understand and regulate strong feelings of anger. Sessions focus on identifying triggers, learning calming strategies and developing healthier ways to express frustration and resolve conflict.

Telehealth Child Psychology

Remote psychological services for children and adolescents.

Adult Anxiety & Stress

Therapy to explore anxiety and stress, understand triggers, and develop practical therapeutic strategies.

Adult Depression

Support to recognise changes in mood, understand contributing factors, and improve wellbeing.

Adult ADHD & Neurodiversity

Support for adults to identify ADHD traits, understand executive functioning challenges, and apply strengthening strategies.

Adult Trauma, PTSD & Complex Trauma

Trauma-focused therapeutic approaches to support healing from traumatic experiences.

Our approach

Evidence-based psychological therapy tailored to each child's individual needs, including cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) and interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) adapted to be practical, engaging, and age-appropriate. Sessions focus on developing emotional regulation, problem-solving skills, and coping strategies in a comfortable, supportive environment where families are involved collaboratively. The team works with understanding, care, and patience to help children understand themselves and manage their emotions effectively.

Working with families

Families are central to treatment, with psychologists involving parents and carers in developing personalised treatment plans and discussing parenting strategies, communication skills, and guidance on applying learned strategies at home. The team collaborates with families to help ensure sessions are calm and productive, and works with parents to address unique challenges with sensitivity and professionalism. Families can also benefit from support in understanding their child's diagnosis and management approaches.

Meet the team

The team includes registered child and adolescent psychologists, clinical psychologists, and behaviour support practitioners registered with the Psychology Board of Australia (AHPRA) and members of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). The Principal Clinical Psychologist is Mr. Daniel J. Wendt (MAPS, FCCLP, MPsych Clinical Psychology), who leads the practice alongside a senior clinical team including Mr. Dan McAlpine, Ms. Kerri Corkill, and Ms. Madeline Cordingley. Additional child and adolescent psychologists hold qualifications including MAPS membership and clinical psychology registrations, supported by behaviour support practitioners who assist with implementing strategies and positive behaviour support plans.

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