TAC & WORKSAFE SUPPORT

DKM Psychology is a registered provider of counselling and psychology services for TAC & WorkSafe. Our team utilise evidence based interventions to support clients returning to their pre-injury functioning.


You are not alone.

  • In 2021-2022, 3.5% of working population in australia experienced workplace injury or illness. That is equal to 497, 300 workers.

  • 66% of injured workers required time off from work.

  • 31% of these injured workers received compensation for their illness or injury.

  • 58% of those injured at work were male

  • 61,500 hospitalisations as a result of transport accidents, occurred in between 2021-2022.

  • 31% of hospitalisations were for car occupants, whereas 24% were for motorcyclists.

  • Males accounted for 68% of hospitalisations and 77% of transport-related deaths.


More detailed report of these statistics can be found via the following: Work Safe summary of work-related injury (2021-2022) and Australian Transport Accident data (2021-2022).

How can a psychologist help me following an accident or injury?

  • Early psychological support can mitigate the risk of an extended recovery period.

  • Working with a psychologist ca assist in developing strategies to better cope with the mental and emotional stress that can arise from an accident or injury.

  • A psychologist will help navigate a tailored treatment plan that aims to support recover and an eventual, confident, return to functioning.



What does it cost to see a psychologist following an accident of injury?

TAC and WorkSafe provide some funding for individuals seeking support following and accident or injury.

At DKM Psychology there is an out-of-pocket gap-fee of approximately $75 per session for WorkSafe. The full amount is payable on the day of consultation and the WorkSafe rebate can be submitted independently of the practice.

There is no out of pocket for TAC services.

Limits to funding are determined by TAC and WorkSafe.


I want to know more, or make a booking with DKM Psychology; what now?

Contact our Client Support Team and they will assist you in finding the right clinician for you. You will only need your TAC or WorkSafe approval letter, or details of the claim.

Ways to contact our Client Support Team are listed below

  • Email enquire@drkimm.com

  • Complete our website form

  • Book online (appointments will need to be confirmed by the practice)

  • Call the practice on 0431 681 861

Which clinicians are accepting tac and/or worksafe Referrals?