Introducing Jessica O’Brien

Clinical Psychologist | BPsycSc, MClinPsyc, MAPS

We would like to welcome Jessica O’Brien to Oncology North Coast. Jessica is a Clinical Psychologist who is dedicated to offering care to those living with cancer. Jessica offers evidence-based interventions to help support individuals and their family members at all stages of the cancer experience. She has experience using cognitive-behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness-based interventions, and meaning-centred psychotherapy.

Jessica completed her bachelor of Psychological Science with honours at the University of Queensland and Master of Clinical Psychology at the Queensland University of Technology. When she returned to the Northern Rivers in 2015, Jessica began working at Tarmons House Mental Health Service. In 2016, she established her private practice in Alstonville where she continues to work.

Speaking with a Clinical Psychologist can be helpful in processing difficult emotions and psychological concerns associated with cancer. Jessica will be providing psychological support, therapy and counselling to our cancer patients. If you are interested in a referral to a Clinical Psychologist, please discuss with your Oncologist or General Practitioner.

Clinical Psychologist Appointments

• Appointments are currently being accepted for August 2019.
• Jessica will be consulting from Oncology North Coast fortnightly on Fridays
• Under the Medicare Better Access Initiative individuals are entitled to 10 rebates per calendar year for psychology appointments. You will need to visit your GP and request a GP Mental Health Care Plan referral. You will need to have a referral to a nominated Clinical Psychologist to be entitled to the Medicare Rebates.
• With your Mental Health Care Plan referral you may wish to contact Jessica directly on mobile phone number 0417 713 792 to arrange initial appointment.
• You may wish to opt to pay a private fee without a Mental Health Care Plan. If psychology is covered by your private health insurance, you may be able to claim the rebate through your fund. You can contact Jessica directly on mobile 0417 713 792 to arrange initial appointment.

CONGRATULATIONS!!

The Doctors and Administrative Team at Oncology North Coast would like to congratulate Dr Amy Scott on her recent appointment as Clinical Sub Dean & Medical Discipline Coordinator with the University Centre for Rural Health, Lismore in the School of Medicine.

We would like to wish Amy the best of luck in her new academic role and we look forward to her continuing here at Oncology North Coast as a valuable member of our medical team.

Welcome to Dr Hsien Herbert Chan

BMedSci (Hons) MBBS (Hons) DPhil (Oxon) FACD

Consultant Dermatologist

We would like to welcome Dr Hsien Herbert Chan to Oncology North Coast.  From 10th November, 2017 patients seeking a private dermatology consultation can be referred to Dr Herbert Chan.

Dr Herbert Chan will be consulting on Fridays from St Vincent's Specialist Suites at 1/75 Tamar Street, Ballina.  All medical dermatology referrals are welcome and should be forwarded to Oncology North Coast on Phone: (02)6622 1865 or Fax: (02)6622 1738. 

Cancer Council Morning Tea at Oncology North Coast

The Cancer Council will be hosting a morning tea at Oncology North Coast rooms every third Thursday in the month from 10am until 12 noon.  Come and join us for a cup of tea or coffee and cake!