The Hummingbird Centre’s Newcastle West clinic provides evidence-based mental health care in a warm, professional environment. Conveniently located for easy access by public transport, we support individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan.
Monday, Tuesday & Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm
newcastle@hummingbirdcentre.com.au
844 Hunter Street, Newcastle West NSW (Behind the Newcastle light rail (tram) station, with street parking nearby and on Honeysuckle Drive)
The Hummingbird Centre is not a crisis or acute care service. If you need immediate support, please contact one of the following services:
Our Newcastle West team provides a wide range of services, including:
Whether you’re working through anxiety, trauma, parenting challenges, relationship stress, or developmental concerns, our team provides personalised and trauma-informed care.
Our Newcastle West clinic is home to a multidisciplinary team of highly qualified clinicians. Each team member brings warmth, professionalism, and a deep commitment to supporting mental health and wellbeing.
Our clinic is located at 844 Hunter Street, Newcastle West, directly opposite the tram station.
We understand that coming to therapy is a big step — our team aims to create a calm, supportive environment from the moment you walk through the door.
No, you don’t need a referral to make an appointment. However, if you do have a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP, you may be eligible for Medicare rebates for up to 10 sessions per calendar year.
Yes. If you have a valid referral under a Mental Health Care Plan or an Eating Disorder Management Plan (EDMP) from your GP, you can access Medicare rebates.
Yes. We work with individuals of all ages and support families in navigating a wide range of mental health, emotional, and behavioural concerns.
Our clinicians offer EMDR, CBT, DBT, ACT, Schema Therapy, Play Therapy, Neurofeedback, and other trauma-informed approaches, all tailored to your goals.
Our Newcastle West clinic provides therapy and assessments for children, teens, and adults. Psychologists in Newcastle support people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, autism, and family concerns. The clinic is centrally located with parking and public transport nearby.
Yes. Our Newcastle West team works with children and families on emotional wellbeing, behaviour concerns, school difficulties, and developmental assessments such as Autism and ADHD. Parents are usually part of the process so support can be applied at home and school.
Therapy in Newcastle includes individual counselling, couples therapy, and family sessions. Psychologists support clients with stress, anxiety, depression, perinatal mental health, trauma recovery, parenting challenges, and relationship issues. Therapy is tailored to each person’s needs and goals.
Yes. The Newcastle West clinic offers comprehensive assessments for ADHD, Autism, learning disorders, and cognitive strengths. Assessments involve interviews, questionnaires, and standardised testing, with a detailed written report provided to families and referrers.
No referral is required to book. If you would like Medicare rebates, your GP can prepare a Mental Health Treatment Plan before your first session. Some clients also use NDIS, private health insurance, or insurer funding to help cover costs.
Fees vary depending on the service and the clinician. Medicare rebates may reduce your out-of-pocket cost. Some clients use NDIS or private health insurance. Our intake team explains all fees before you confirm your booking.
Yes. The Newcastle West clinic is currently taking new clients for therapy and assessments. Wait times vary depending on the service, but our intake team can guide you to the next available appointment.
You can call our intake team or submit an enquiry through our website. We’ll ask a few questions to understand your needs and recommend the most suitable psychologist at the Newcastle clinic.
Yes. There is street parking close to the Newcastle West clinic, and it is also accessible by public transport. When booking, we provide directions and parking details to make your visit easier.
Yes. Our Newcastle psychologists provide therapy for couples and families as well as individuals. Sessions focus on improving communication, resolving conflict, and strengthening relationships.
Psychologists at the Newcastle West clinic see people across the lifespan – from young children and teens to adults and older adults. Therapy and assessments are adapted to each age group.
Most therapy sessions are around 50 minutes long. Assessment appointments may be longer and are usually spread across several sessions. The format and timing will be explained when you book.
Some psychologists at Newcastle West provide after-school sessions. Availability depends on the clinician. Our intake team can let you know current options when you enquire.
Yes. The Newcastle clinic accepts NDIS participants who are self-managed or plan-managed. Therapy, assessments, and reports are available to support NDIS planning and reviews.
Please note, The Hummingbird Centre is not a crisis service. If you are in urgent need of mental health care, please contact your GP or the Mental Health Information and Support Service (1800 011 511) or in a mental health emergency, please contact Triple 0 or present to your local Emergency Department.
