Male Psychologist
The gender of a treating psychologist is a consideration for many people when seeking support - and a completely reasonable one. For those who prefer to work with a male clinician, Hugo Hayes is a registered psychologist based in Mullumbimby, offering therapy and assessments in person and via Telehealth.
Men and psychological support
Men are generally less likely to seek mental health support than women - not because they experience fewer difficulties, but because many have received clear messages throughout their lives that struggling is something to manage privately. The result is that many men come to therapy later than they might have, often when things have become harder to ignore.
Hugo offers a direct, practical and non-judgmental approach. The focus is on understanding what's going on and identifying concrete ways forward.
Not only for men
Preference for a male psychologist isn't limited to male clients. For some people - regardless of gender - working with a male clinician feels like the right fit. This might be because they find it easier to open up with someone of a different gender, because the difficulties they're bringing involve men in their lives, or simply because of previous experience with therapists. There's no single reason, and none is required. If a male psychologist feels like the right choice, that's a reasonable basis for seeking one out.
Funding options
Medicare (Mental Health Care Plan from your GP)
Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA)
WorkCover / Motor Accident Scheme / SIRA
Private health insurance
Private (self-funded)
Sessions are available in person at Meadows Medical Centre, Mullumbimby, or via Telehealth.