Welcome to Zephyr Holistic Psychology. Where better outcomes are achieved by treating the whole person, rather than just the symptoms. That's what makes us a little bit different...
About Zephyr
At Zephyr, we embrace a holistic approach to mental wellness. Situated in the heart of historic Portland NSW, our boutique psychology practice is dedicated to nurturing the mind, body, and spirit. We believe that true healing occurs when we address not just symptoms, but the whole person.
Our compassionate team is committed to creating a safe, supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Together, we will embark on a journey toward deeper self understanding and lasting positive change. Join us in cultivating a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Our Services
Holistic psychology specialises in treating the whole person rather than just focusing on symptoms. At Zephyr we integrate various therapeutic approaches including evidenced based psychological methods, mindfulness, and complementary practices such as nutrition, exercise, and meditation.
Our goal is to promote positive change in our client’s lives by addressing emotional, mental, and physical health. Holistic psychology also emphasises the importance of relationships, environment, and lifestyle in mental health. At Zephyr we understand that everyone is different. Because of this, we tailor treatment specifically to the individual to ensure positive outcomes.
What We Offer
Psychological Therapy for Individuals 12 Years and Older
We treat most psychological presentations including depression, anxiety,
stress-related issues, trauma-related difficulties, personality disorders, workplace stress, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, intellectual disability, autism, ADHD, grief and loss, and distress related to living with chronic illness.
Online Services
Telehealth sessions are available and can be held from the safety of your
own home via a secure video call or a phone call. These sessions are eligible for Medicare rebates. Please contact us to arrange an appointment.
Diagnostic Assessments (All Age Groups)
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Specific Learning Difficulties
Intellectual Disability
Mental Health Disorders
Psychological Testing (All Age Groups)
Cognitive/IQ and Achievement Assessment
Bariatric Surgery Readiness Assessment
Cosmetic Surgery Readiness Assessment
Other complex psychological assessments and testing upon request
Pricing
Session Fees
Standard therapy sessions (50mins) are
$245 per session. If you obtain a Mental Health Care Plan from your treating GP you can be provided with a Medicare rebate of $98.95 for up to 10 sessions per calendar year, making the out-of-pocket cost
$146.05 per 50 minute session.
*NOTE: We are NOT a Bulk Billing Practice
Clients without a Mental Health Care Plan will be charged the full session fee. Some
private health funds provide a rebate for psychology services, please check with your
individual provider.
For more information about psychologist fees in Australia please visit the AAPI or APS
websites.
Assessment Fees
Pricing is dependent on the type of assessment required. We aim to cater to the specific needs of each client. As such,
we recommend contacting the practice directly for a quote.
NDIS Funding
Plan-managed and self-managed funds only.
Cancellation Policy
We understand that life can be busy and that you may need to reschedule your appointment from time to time. We do our best to be flexible, however due to the nature
of psychology sessions, it is difficult to fill a cancelled spot at short notice.
Please note
that cancellations made with less than
24 hours notice/1 business day and
48 hours/2 business days for NDIS as per the Government guidelines (Mon-Fri) will incur the full fee of the session.
To help you avoid incurring the cancellation fee, you will receive a reminder email 5 days before your appointment, and then a second reminder email and a text 2 days before.
We appreciate your understanding.
Rebates
Information on Medicare rebates and
Private Health rebates...
Medicare Rebates
Medicare’s Better Access to Mental Health initiative is a government scheme that
provides a partial rebate on psychology sessions to people with mental health
symptoms. To be eligible, you must receive a referral letter and Mental Health Care Plan from your GP, psychiatrist or paediatrician, which you can then pass on to your psychologist.
By receiving a referral and a Mental Health Care Plan, you will be entitled to a rebate
from Medicare for part of each session fee. You will be eligible for this rebate on up to 10
sessions per calendar year (Jan-Dec). This rebate only applies to individual psychology
sessions – unfortunately couples therapy and psychometric assessments are not
eligible for Medicare rebate.
For further information, you can visit the Australian Psychological Society and the
Department of Health websites.
Private Health Insurance
If you have Private Health insurance, you may be eligible for rebates on some sessions.
Private Health rebates will depend on your specific cover, so please check with your
insurance provider.
*NOTE: Keep in mind that you CANNOT claim both Medicare and Private Health fund rebates for the same session.
Angela Batty
BSocSci (Psych) (Hons), BPsySci, Dip. CHSP, CCTP, MAPS
Registered Psychologist PSY0002592786
Owner / Principal Psychologist
Meet The Team
Angela is a registered psychologist having completed both a Bachelor of Psychological
Science, and Bachelor of Social Science with Honours in Psychology (receiving the
Executive Deans Award for Academic Excellence). She has also gained a Diploma of
Clinical Hypnosis and Strategic Psychotherapy through the Institute of Applied Psychology, is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and a certified NLP practitioner.
Angela combines her diverse life experience and academic expertise to help people improve their overall health and wellbeing, and to achieve their specific goals. Angela works with most mental health presentations and takes a holistic, solution-focused approach to therapy whilst working in a relaxed and non-judgemental setting. She has a
particular interest in health psychology, mind/body connections, relationship work, stress management, anxiety, and depression.
Angela is highly skilled in the psychological assessment of bariatric and cosmetic surgery patients, as well as those seeking cognitive, adaptive, autism, and ADHD assessment.
Angela is passionate about research and is currently involved in investigating the physiological biomarkers of chronic stress and how these relate to psychological and physiological disease progression.
Angela is a member of both the Australian Psychological Society (APS) and the Australian Association of Psychologists (AAPI).
The foundation of Angela’s work is to help people achieve sustainable positive change that will assist in facilitating a healthy and meaningful life experience.
Meet The Team
Our Practice Manager Cam brings a wealth of experience in mental health administration and a passion for fostering a supportive environment at
Zephyr Holistic Psychology.
With qualifications in mental health, relationship science, and business management, Cam has dedicated years to enhancing the operational efficiency of psychological services.
In Cam’s role as Practice Manager, he oversees scheduling, patient communications, and compliance with industry standards, ensuring that both client and therapist have the resources they need to thrive.
Cam has an undeniable talent for creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere where healing can take place. He is even happy to go the extra mile, make clients a 'cuppa' and have a chat whilst they wait.
With his dedication and expertise, Cam is here
to support Zephyr’s mission of providing compassionate, high quality holistic care to all
who walk through our doors.
Cameron Spicer
Co-Owner / Practice Manager
...The word 'Zephyr' comes from the Greek word 'Zephyros' which refers to the god of the west wind. In Greek mythology, Zephyros was associated with gentle winds and the arrival of spring, bringing change, and symbolising renewal and warmth...