Supporting Your Recovery: Psychological Services for Workers Compensation Claims
Workplace injuries don't only affect the body, they can take a real toll on mental health too. Whether you're dealing with the psychological impact of a physical injury, or a primary psychological injury from a workplace incident, getting the right support early can make a significant difference to your recovery and return to work.
That's why Connection Point Psychology offers dedicated psychological treatment for people navigating a NSW workers compensation claim.
Services
Assessment and diagnosis of work-related psychological injuries
Evidence-based treatment, including CBT and other therapeutic approaches tailored to your recovery goals
Reports and documentation to support your claim, when requested by your insurer
Collaborative care, working alongside your GP, employer, and insurer to keep everyone aligned on your recovery and return-to-work plan
Telehealth options, where appropriate, for greater flexibility
How the Process Works
If you've had a work-related injury and your claim has been accepted (or you're in the early stages of lodging one), you don't need to navigate this alone. Depending on your circumstances, treatment can often begin without insurer pre-approval — for example, if this is the first time you've seen a psychologist or counsellor for this injury and treatment starts within three months.
Why It Matters
Recovery from a workplace injury isn't just physical. Left unaddressed, the psychological impact of an injury, such as stress, anxiety, low mood, or difficulty coping with changed circumstances, can slow your return to work and affect your overall wellbeing. Getting support early is one of the best things you can do for your long-term recovery.
Get Started
If you're a worker with an accepted (or pending) WorkCover claim in NSW, or an employer wanting to support your team's recovery, get in touch with Connection Point Psychology today. I’m approved to provide treatment under the NSW workers compensation scheme and am here to help you through every step of the process.
