The Australian Psychological Society has a schedule of recommended fees for private practice psychological services.
As of 1 July 2024, the recommended rate for a 50 minute appointment is $311.
Fees are payable at the end of each consultation.
I accept payment by either cash, direct deposit, EFTPOS or credit card.
Some private health funds provide rebates for psychology services.
Please contact your private health fund to find out if you are eligible for a rebate.
You can only claim either from Medicare or from your private health insurance (if applicable) at the one time.
The Federal Government offers a Medicare rebate for psychological services under the auspices of a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP). Sleep health is a mental health issue. Please discuss your eligibility for a MHCP with your Doctor.
With this program, you are able to claim a rebate ($96.65 per session) for psychological services if a GP, Psychiatrist or Paediatrician has provided a referral letter plus a MHCP.
Under a MHCP from a Doctor, you can claim a rebate for up to 10 sessions per calendar year. A MHCP does not expire at the end of the year and any unused sessions can be carried over to the next year. You will be out of pocket for the ‘gap’ between my consultation fee and the Medicare rebate.
I have a HICAPS machine and software that allows Medicare rebates to be processed on the spot or electronically.
