Psychologists for Workers’ Compensation & Motor Vehicle Accidents
At Headway, we have a team of psychologists who specialise in workers’ compensation.
Our team has a unique skill set in supporting people navigating the workers’ compensation system in Western Australia. We understand that recovering from an injury, whether physical or psychological, can affect every area of life, including your emotional wellbeing, relationships, financial security, and sense of identity.
Support While Navigating the WA Workers’ Compensation System
Our workers’ compensation psychologists provide compassionate, practical support for people who have been injured at work and may be experiencing challenges such as:
- Adjusting to physical injury or long-term health changes
- Persistent pain and its emotional impact
- Anxiety about returning to work
- Relationship or family stress following injury
- Financial pressures and uncertainty about the future
- Depressed mood, stress, or loss of confidence
- Trauma symptoms following workplace incidents
We work with clients who have physical injuries, psychological injuries or post-traumatic stress (PTSD) arising from their employment.
We recognise that the workers’ compensation process can feel complex, stressful, and at times overwhelming. Our psychologists are experienced in working within the WorkCover WA framework and understand the importance of collaborating with key stakeholders to support your recovery.
We regularly work alongside:
- Workplace rehabilitation providers
- General practitioners and medical specialists
- Insurance case managers
- Employers and return-to-work coordinators
We also provide clinical reports when required and support clients with the emotional challenges that can arise throughout the claims process, including claim uncertainty, assessments, or communication difficulties.
Psychological Injury Claims
Your worker’s compensation counselling will include clinical reports when required and structured support to help you deal with the emotional challenges that can arise during a psychological injury workers compensation claim.
This includes managing claim uncertainty, feeling overwhelmed, difficulties with assessments and ongoing communication issues with insurers or employers.
We walk you through the process and expectations around workers’ compensation payouts for a psychological injury, helping to reduce stress and improve your confidence with the claims process.
Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Counselling
Our psychologists also support people who have been injured in motor vehicle accidents across Perth and Western Australia.
Following an accident, many people experience both physical and psychological effects, including:
- Trauma symptoms or PTSD
- Anxiety about driving or travelling in vehicles
- Chronic pain and stress
- Sleep disturbances or hypervigilance
- Mood changes and emotional distress
We provide a safe, supportive space to help you process your experience, rebuild confidence, and adjust to life after an accident.
A Supportive, Collaborative Approach
As experienced workers comp psychologists, we recognise that injury recovery is not only physical, but it can also impact your sense of stability, independence, and identity. Our approach focuses on providing a non-judgmental, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood while working towards recovery at your own pace.
Whether you are early in your claim, navigating ongoing challenges, or adjusting to long-term changes, we understand the complexities of workplace injury claims and provide personalised, evidence-based care to support both your emotional wellbeing and return-to-work outcomes.
Our Worker’s Compensation Psychologists
Our team includes Registered Psychologists, Clinical Psychologists, Dietitians, and an Exercise Physiologist, all working together to support individuals throughout their recovery.
Our specialists are all fully accredited within their respective professional bodies, including the Psychology Board of Australia, the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA), and Dietitians Australia.
To ensure the highest standard of care, our clinicians engage in ongoing professional development and regular clinical supervision to keep their knowledge and skills aligned with the latest research and best-practice treatment approaches.
Our clinicians hold advanced qualifications and professional credentials, including:
- Bachelor of Psychology
- Bachelor of Science (Psychology)
- Master of Psychology (Clinical, Health, Counselling, Professional Psychology or Educational & Developmental)
- Doctorate Degree in Clinical Psychology / PhD (Clinical Psychology)
- Board Approved Supervisor
- Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician – Dietitian
- Accredited Practising Dietitian with Dietitians Australia
- Master of Nutrition and Dietetics (MDiet)
- Bachelor’s Exercise & Health Science
- Post Grad Diploma – Exercise Rehabilitation
Referrals & Getting Started
If you’re seeking a Perth psychologist who accepts workers’ compensation, look no further than Headway.
In order to commence sessions, we require written approval from your insurer outlining how many sessions are approved and reporting requirements. If you would like to learn more about our workers’ compensation or motor vehicle accident counselling services in Perth, our team is here to help.