Paul Dekkers
Thoughtful therapy begins with genuine connection
Every person's story is different
Every person brings a unique story, and there is no single approach that works for everyone. My role is to understand what has brought you here and work with you to find practical ways forward. I aim to provide a calm, practical and thoughtful approach that helps clients feel understood and supported. Drawing on evidence-based psychological approaches, I work collaboratively with clients to help them better understand themselves, develop practical coping strategies and move towards lasting change.
To complement my training and practice as a psychologist, I draw on many years of experience as a corporate professional. Originally from the UK, I have been an Australian for 20 years and have lived and worked in several locations in Asia and Europe.
Experience Beyond the Consulting Room
Before becoming a psychologist, I spent many years working in corporate environments. That experience taught me first-hand about the pressures many people experience every day—high expectations, competing demands, organisational change, difficult workplace relationships and the challenge of balancing work with family and personal wellbeing. Today, I combine that understanding with evidence-based psychological practice. Whether you're navigating anxiety, burnout, workplace conflict, career uncertainty or broader life challenges, therapy begins with understanding not only what you're experiencing, but also the environment in which those experiences have developed.
Registered Psychologist
Extensive WorkCover Experience
NSW Telehealth
St Leonards Sydney
Evidence-Based Treatment
Why Choose WorkCover Psychology
Expert Support for Workplace Recovery
Our practice is built on a foundation of clinical excellence and a deep understanding of the complexities inherent in workplace mental health and recovery.
Specialist Focus
We focus exclusively on psychological health, providing targeted clinical interventions for complex conditions.
WorkCover Expertise
In-depth knowledge of the NSW compensation scheme ensures seamless communication with all stakeholders.
Personalised Treatment
Evidence-based therapy tailored to your specific injury, history, and recovery goals.
Telehealth Across Australia
Access specialist care from anywhere in New South Wales with secure, remote clinical consultations.
EXTENSIVE WORKCOVER EXPERIENCE • IMMEDIATE AVAILABILITY• TELEHEALTH• FACE-TO-FACE
How WorkCover Treatment Begins
The process of starting psychological treatment after a workplace injury is designed to be supportive and straightforward. It begins with your general practitioner and continues with specialist care tailored to your recovery.
1. Visit your GP
Your doctor will assess your symptoms and provide a WorkCover Certificate of Capacity, which is the essential first document for your claim.
2. Obtain a referral
Ask your doctor for a specific referral to a psychologist. This referral should confirm that the treatment is related to your workplace injury.
3. Insurer approval
Once you have your certificate and referral, your case manager will review the request for psychological sessions. We can assist in coordinating this step.
4. Commencement of care
With approval in place, we schedule your initial consultation to begin your therapeutic journey towards recovery and workplace return.
How to get started
1. CONTACT US
Call, email or send a confidential enquiry.
2. WE CHECK YOUR REFERRAL AND APPROVAL
We help clarify the documents required.
3. ATTEND YOUR FIRST APPOINTMENT
In St Leonards or by secure telehealth across Australia.