FAQs
Everything you need to know
Where is Betta Days located?
We're located in Kurri Kurri, NSW (34 kms from Newcastle and 12kms from Maitland)
If there is a particular reason you cannot attend the office, we will discuss this with you.
What are your opening hours?
Betta Days is open for therapy Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm. We don’t work on public holidays.
How often does my child need to attend therapy?
Therapy sessions generally occur weekly. Betta Days therapy usually lasts for 8 to 20 weeks.
Do I have to come to the appointments with my child?
Yes, as a parent/carer your support is invaluable. Therapy will sometimes involve the therapist spending time with you and your child together and at other times separately. You are an active participant.
Can adults do TF-CBT?
Yes. Although TF-CBT was developed for children and young people 3- 18 years, it is also very effective for adults. The Betta Days therapist will tailor their approach for adults.
Is there a cost involved?
Yes. Fees are $180 per 90 min session.
Unfortunately, we don’t offer bulk billing. Some private health insurance policies may cover a portion of counselling costs.
How do I make a referral?
Adults, young people and children are all eligible for referral.
Please fill out the referral for (provide link) and send to (provide email).
External support services
A comprehensive list of crisis, mental health and self-care supports is available, see below.
If you are experiencing an emergency situation, please call 000.
Wellbeing websites and apps
Smiling Mind - Developed by psychologists and educators to support daily meditation and mindfulness practice.
MoodGYM - A cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) based intervention, developed by the Australian National University, designed to prevent or reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Calm - A guided meditation app to help reduce stress, enhance wellbeing and support better sleep.
Culturally diverse support services
Transcultural Mental Health Centre - The Transcultural Mental Health Centre works with people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, health professionals and organisations across NSW to provide mental health support.
Embrace Multicultural Mental Health -A platform for multicultural communities and care / health professionals to access culturally accessible resources, services and information.
STARTTS - NSW Service for the Treatment and Rehabilitation of Torture and Trauma Survivors (STARTTS) provides culturally relevant psychological treatment, support an
QLife - QLife is a free and anonymous peer-support and referral service run by LGBTIQA+SB people for LGBTIQA+SB people. The QLife team includes over 100 highly experienced staff and volunteer peer supporters Australia-wide.
Mental health support services
Lifeline - provides assistance to all Australians experiencing a personal crisis. Lifeline has a 24 hour telephone crisis support and suicide prevention service.
Phone: 13 11 14
Beyondblue - aims to address issues associated with depression, anxiety and suicide. It provides a range of resources, support services and forums for those experiencing difficulty, as well as their parents, carers and friends.
Phone: 1300 224 636
Centre for Rural and Remote Mental Health- is a NSW-based organisation committed to improving the mental health, wellbeing and resilience of rural and remote residents.
Blue Knot Helpline - provides support, education and resources for those who have experienced childhood trauma, as well as their carers and wider communities.
MensLine Australia - MensLine Australia is a telephone and online counselling service specifically for men.
Phone: 1300 78 99 78
SANE Australia- provides access to mental health professionals, information and referrals. The SANE helpline and online chat is open weekdays from 10am to 10pm.
Phone: 1800 187 263
Black Dog Institute - provides information and resources for those with mental health difficulties, including PTSD, and clinical resources for care professionals.
ReachOut- provides information for young people experiencing mental health issues. This practical website has resources, tools and tips to support young people and their parents, carers and friends.
Come visit us
Hunter Region Business Hub (The Hub)