fees and rebates

session fees

Standard 50 minute consultation: $200

  • Appointments after 6:00 PM incur a $15 surcharge.

Medicare Rebates

You do not need a GP referral to see a psychologist. However, if you are eligible for Medicare rebates, you can receive up to 10 rebated sessions per calendar year under a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP).

To access Medicare rebates, you will need:

  1. A valid MHCP from your General Practitioner (GP).

  2. A referral letter from your GP.

How it works:

  • Initial Referral: Covers the first 6 sessions.

  • Review and Additional Sessions: After the initial sessions, your GP can review your progress and provide a referral for up to 4 more sessions.

Medicare currently offers a rebate of $96.65 per session, leaving an out-of-pocket cost of approximately $103.35 per session.

Please note: Medicare rebates cannot be processed for unattended appointments. Ensure you attend or provide sufficient notice if you need to reschedule.


Enhanced Primary Care Plan (EPC)

If you have a chronic condition or complex care needs, you may qualify for services under an EPC plan, which allows up to 5 allied health sessions per calendar year. These sessions must be part of a GP Management Plan and recommended in a Team Care Arrangement.

Medicare rebate for EPC sessions: $60.35 per session.

Private Health Insurance

If you wish to claim through private health insurance, you will need to submit your claim directly to your insurer following the session.


Please note: HICAPS is not available at this time.

Cancellation Policy

As a solo practitioner, I prioritise your care and do not double-book or fill cancellations at short notice. To ensure fairness and maintain the quality of service, the following cancellation policy applies:

  • 48+ hours' notice: No fee.

  • 24–48 hours' notice: 50% of the full consultation fee.

  • Less than 24 hours' notice: 75% of the full consultation fee.

  • No-shows: 100% of the full consultation fee.

Exceptions for genuine emergencies may apply, such as:

  • Illness (a medical certificate may be required).

  • Family emergencies (e.g., illness, injury, or bereavement).

Examples NOT considered emergencies:

  • Work or school meetings.

  • Social or extracurricular activities.

  • Exhaustion of referral or MHCP sessions.

By respecting this policy, you help ensure continuity of care for all clients.