Fields of Hope Counselling
For Referrers
For GPs, counsellors, psychologists, allied health practitioners, churches, community organisations and SIRA/CTP case managers referring someone for counselling.
At a Glance
What You Need to Know
I'm Delaney Chow, a Clinical Counsellor with 8 years' experience across private practice, Employee Assistance Programs and national digital mental health services. I work online with clients right across Australia.
| Who I see | Adults. Young people under 18 by arrangement, under my Working with Minors Policy. |
| Format | Telehealth via Zoom, Australia-wide. No travel, and no software download for the client. |
| Availability | Mondays & Tuesdays. Currently welcoming new clients. |
| Response time | Referrals acknowledged within 1–2 business days |
| Referral required? | No. Clients can self-refer, and a referral note from you is always welcome. |
| Private fees | $150 per 50–60 minute session. A free 15-minute initial phone call is available. |
| Medicare | Not eligible for Medicare rebates. Private health rebates may apply under the client's Extras cover. |
| SIRA / CTP | Workers compensation and CTP claimants, NSW. Fees in line with the SIRA fee schedule. |
| Accreditation | Australian Counselling Association (ACA) Level 4; Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) Clinical Member; ACA-accredited Clinical Supervisor |
Areas of Focus
Who I Work With
My work is integrative and trauma-informed, drawing on Person-Centred Therapy, CBT, ACT, Narrative and Solution-Focused approaches.
Trauma & complex trauma
Paced, safety-first work with what happened and what's needed now.
Anxiety & depression
Overwhelm, low mood and the patterns that keep them going.
Relationships & family
Conflict, disconnection and inherited family dynamics.
Grief & loss
Bereavement and the many other forms loss can take.
Life transitions
Starting over, changing roles and navigating identity.
Faith & spirituality
Faith-sensitive counselling, with faith integrated on request.
Christian counselling →Cultural identity
Culturally attuned support for CALD clients and second-generation Asian Australians.
Counselling for Asian Australians →Injury recovery
Psychological support after workplace or motor vehicle injury, including return to work.
SIRA & CTP counselling →Referral Pathways
Referring From Your Setting
GPs & Medical Practitioners
Counselling with an ACA or PACFA counsellor sits outside Medicare, so no Mental Health Treatment Plan or formal referral letter is needed.
I can be a timely option for patients facing long psychologist waitlists, or for those who prefer a counselling approach. A short referral note helps me prepare for the first session.
Counsellors, Psychologists & Allied Health
For colleagues whose books are full, or whose client needs something outside their scope: faith-integrated counselling, culturally attuned support for Asian Australian and CALD clients, or Monday and Tuesday telehealth sessions.
I can also help clients who have used their Medicare-rebated sessions for the year, and allied health clients (physiotherapy, OT, exercise physiology) whose recovery is bringing up stress, grief or anxiety. With the client's consent, I'm happy to coordinate care and keep you in the loop.
Referrals go both ways: when a client needs psychological assessment or diagnosis, I refer on to trusted colleagues.
Churches & Community
Pastors, ministry staff and community leaders are often the first to know when someone is struggling. Faith is welcomed here, never imposed.
You're welcome to share this page or the free 15-minute call link directly. With the person's consent, I'm glad to talk with you about a referral. Otherwise, what's shared in counselling stays confidential.
SIRA & CTP Case Managers
For insurers, rehabilitation providers and case managers referring workers compensation or CTP claimants in NSW.
Telehealth removes travel as a barrier for claimants managing pain or limited mobility. Reports and treatment updates are provided under SIRA guidelines, with client consent.
Process
How to Refer
Send a referral
Email admin@fieldsofhope-counselling.com.au, call (02) 9159 6043, or post to PO Box 415, West Ryde NSW 1685.
I confirm and make contact
I'll acknowledge your referral within 1–2 business days and contact the client directly to arrange their first appointment.
Ongoing communication
With the client's consent, I keep you informed as appropriate. For SIRA/CTP claims, reports are provided under SIRA guidelines.
What to include
- Client's name, phone number and email
- Confirmation that they've agreed to be contacted
- A brief reason for referral and any relevant history
- Any current risk concerns
- SIRA/CTP only: claim number, insurer, case manager contact, and number of approved sessions if known
For Practices & Organisations
Clinical Supervision for Your Team
I also provide individual and group clinical supervision for counsellors at every career stage, plus supervision of supervision for experienced supervisors. Practice managers and team leaders are welcome to get in touch about supervision for staff.
Contact
Practice Details
Correspondence only. All sessions are via telehealth.
Thank you for thinking of Fields of Hope.
Every referral is acknowledged within 1–2 business days.