The Australian Psychological Society recommended fee for a session with a psychologist is $267.00.
My fee is $200 per weekday consultation, and $220 for Saturday appointments.
If you would like more information about what you're paying for, please click here.
No referral is required to see a psychologist privately, and many private health funds will offer rebates with ancillary cover packages.
Alternatively, Medicare currently provides a $129.55 per session rebate for up to 20 sessions per calendar year with me provided you have a doctor's referral and a
Mental Health Care Plan
Up to 10 standard rebates per calendar year of psychological assessment and therapy for a diagnosed mental disorder by a clinical psychologist registered with Medicare.
NB: Until 31 December 2022, there are an additional 10 rebates available per calendar year due to the ongoing effects of COVID-19.
I can also process smaller rebates for psychological services under other four other Medicare schemes:
Eating Disorder Management Plan
Up to 40 rebates with a psychologist over a 12 month period for clients with a diagnosed eating disorder.
Chronic Disease Management Plan
Up to 5 rebates per calendar year with allied health professionals, including psychologists, to address concerns related to an ongoing medical condition.
Follow-up services for Aboriginal or Torres-Strait Islander people
Up to 5 rebates per calendar year in addition to any sessions for Chronic Disease Management.
Pregnancy Support Counselling
Up to 3 rebates per pregnancy within the last 12 months.
Please note that these rebates are not meant to cover a full course of treatment; they are designed to give clients financial support in the early stages of therapy.
How do I access Medicare rebates?
Speak with your GP; if they believe you are eligible and would benefit from seeing a psychologist they will complete the appropriate care plan(s) with you. You can request that the referral be made directly to me at Whole Body Psychology, but it is not necessary. After a set number of rebates, progress will be reviewed with your GP, and additional rebates may be claimed if appropriate.
To claim a Medicare rebate, you will need to provide both your Medicare card and the referral letter before the session begins. After settling the full fee I process any rebates for you and Medicare will refund into your nominated account within a day or two.
What about private health rebates?
Each private health fund has its own guidelines and processes for rebates; you will need to check your level of cover to find out how much you'll get back.
Nonattendance fee
Meaningful therapy hinges on consistency and mutual respect, and late cancellations prevent clients on the waiting list from accessing the support they need. If a session is not attended or is cancelled with less than 48 hours' notice, a non-rebatable cancellation fee for the full session is incurred. Outstanding fees must be settled before any subsequent consultations can begin.
My fee is $200 per weekday consultation, and $220 for Saturday appointments.
If you would like more information about what you're paying for, please click here.
No referral is required to see a psychologist privately, and many private health funds will offer rebates with ancillary cover packages.
Alternatively, Medicare currently provides a $129.55 per session rebate for up to 20 sessions per calendar year with me provided you have a doctor's referral and a
Mental Health Care Plan
Up to 10 standard rebates per calendar year of psychological assessment and therapy for a diagnosed mental disorder by a clinical psychologist registered with Medicare.
NB: Until 31 December 2022, there are an additional 10 rebates available per calendar year due to the ongoing effects of COVID-19.
I can also process smaller rebates for psychological services under other four other Medicare schemes:
Eating Disorder Management Plan
Up to 40 rebates with a psychologist over a 12 month period for clients with a diagnosed eating disorder.
Chronic Disease Management Plan
Up to 5 rebates per calendar year with allied health professionals, including psychologists, to address concerns related to an ongoing medical condition.
Follow-up services for Aboriginal or Torres-Strait Islander people
Up to 5 rebates per calendar year in addition to any sessions for Chronic Disease Management.
Pregnancy Support Counselling
Up to 3 rebates per pregnancy within the last 12 months.
Please note that these rebates are not meant to cover a full course of treatment; they are designed to give clients financial support in the early stages of therapy.
How do I access Medicare rebates?
Speak with your GP; if they believe you are eligible and would benefit from seeing a psychologist they will complete the appropriate care plan(s) with you. You can request that the referral be made directly to me at Whole Body Psychology, but it is not necessary. After a set number of rebates, progress will be reviewed with your GP, and additional rebates may be claimed if appropriate.
To claim a Medicare rebate, you will need to provide both your Medicare card and the referral letter before the session begins. After settling the full fee I process any rebates for you and Medicare will refund into your nominated account within a day or two.
What about private health rebates?
Each private health fund has its own guidelines and processes for rebates; you will need to check your level of cover to find out how much you'll get back.
Nonattendance fee
Meaningful therapy hinges on consistency and mutual respect, and late cancellations prevent clients on the waiting list from accessing the support they need. If a session is not attended or is cancelled with less than 48 hours' notice, a non-rebatable cancellation fee for the full session is incurred. Outstanding fees must be settled before any subsequent consultations can begin.