Fees & Rebates

 

Regular individual sessions are $275 and last 50 minutes. This is below the fees recommended by the Australian Psychological Society.

Initial individual sessions, lasting at least 60 minutes, are $325.

Family therapy sessions may be charged at a higher rate.

Medicare Rebates

Under the Better Access to Mental Health Care initiative, the government commits approximately $1410 per calendar year to the mental health treatment of individuals who have been referred by a suitable medical doctor (GP/ psychiatrist/ paediatrician). This is in the form of a rebate of about $141 from Medicare for up to 10 sessions.

To obtain a Medicare rebate you will need to see your doctor before the first claimable session. Your doctor will give you a GP Mental Health Care Plan.  Please bring that with you to your first session and you will be able to claim the rebate on the spot.

Some clients may meet criteria for the Medicare Eating Disorders Treatment Pathway.  This allows for Medicare rebates of up to 40 sessions of psychological treatment over 12 months.  A GP, paediatrician or psychiatrist will need to initiate this pathway by completing an Eating Disorders Treatment Plan. Further details about this initiative can be found here: www.insideoutinstitute.org.au/medicare

Private Health Rebates

Rebates are also available for individuals with private health cover. Please consult your cover policy for specific rebate amounts as they vary according to the plan you are on. You cannot claim a private health fund rebate if you claim a Medicare rebate for the session.

Cancellations

The scheduled appointment time is reserved for you only. If an appointment is missed or cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice, you will be charged a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the fee charged for the scheduled session. If you fail to show for an appointment, the full fee will be charged. Medicare and private health plans do not cover payment for missed appointments.

Cancellations can be made by contacting me on 0422 143 316 or at helen@rydge.com.au