Jean Chaney, Clinical Social Worker
MSW, Grad Dip Human Services, BSW, BAppSc.
Dip Clinical Hypnosis & Strategic Psychotherapy
Accredited Mental Health Social Worker
Welcome to Hill Top Centre
Hill Top Centre is a private counselling practice that offers mental health counselling and psychotherapy. I am an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) and a registered provider with Medicare Australia. Accredited Mental Health Social Workers have been assessed by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) as having specialist mental health expertise. As an experienced counsellor I have a special interest in anxiety disorders and also relationship and family conflict. I have specialised training in recovery from family trauma such as domestic violence, and also parenting issues. Hill Top Centre is a confidential, respectful & caring environment where you can deal with sensitive issues and work on improving your overall sense of wellbeing and quality of life.
Why choose an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker?
Accredited Mental Health Social Workers are qualified and experienced in the assessment and treatment of individuals who have mental health disorders. Through therapeutic interventions and knowledge of services and supports a Mental health Social Worker can help you to improve social functioning, and promote recovery and resilience. AMHSW's can help you with any of the following issues:
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Depression and Mood disorders
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Anxiety disorders
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Personality disorders
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Relationship problems
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Family and Domestic Violence
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Life crises & Adjustment disorders
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Family conflict & Parenting issues
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Bereavement disorders
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Trauma
Accredited Mental Health Social Workers are experts in assessing and considering the broader implications of mental health problems. Environmental, financial, cultural, and other social factors can be stressors that may initiate, maintain, and exacerbate psychological distress. AMHSW's are highly experienced in working collaboratively with you and your family, and also other health care providers. Medicare rebates for treatment under the Medicare Better Access Program can also include partners, family members, or group therapy.
Are You eligible For a Medicare Rebate?
Yes If you are referred by your GP or Psychiatrist on a Mental health Treatment Plan (MHTP) .
If you wish to make an appointment or have a confidential discussion about your issues,
please contact me by phone or email.
0414 293 234

