Fees & Rebates
There are various ways to access affordable counselling: either through self-funding,
rebates, or fully funded services, please see a detailed list of options below.
(This information is regularly updated, however please confirm accuracy prior to your appointment; last update: 20/06/2021)
Fees
Self-Funding:
Counselling:
Full fee................................$160*
Walk & Talk Therapy:
Full fee................................$180*
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Bulk-billing is available for pension or health care card holders that are dependent on social security payments.
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Adjustment of fees will also be considered for financial hardship, or special circumstances, such as no access to Medicare or if required for longer term therapy.
Supervision & Coaching:
Consultation.......................$160 (+GST)
(tax deductable)
Cancellation Policy:
There are costs associated with every booking, making cancellation fees a necessity. As I base most of my practice on regular sessions, e.g. every 1, 2, or 4 weeks, I am usually unable to refill the appointment by offering the time to another client or supervisee. For these reasons, I request 7 days notice of cancellation, otherwise a fee will be charged as follows:
Full fee..................................$80
Concession...........................$40
Please note: Medicare/private insurance does not cover cancellation fees.
Rebates
Medicare:
[Including
Overseas
Student Health
Cover]
(NB: rebates are higher if you have reached the Medicare safety net threshold).
General Counselling
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Medicare rebates of $77.10 if a referral is made by a GP under a Mental Health Care Plan.
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Due to Covid pandemic, clients can now access up to 20 subsidised sessions each calendar year until 30 June 2022.
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Can now be accessed for Telehealth (video or telephone) sessions until 31/12/2021.
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Walk & Talk Therapy rebate $99.40 under the Mental Health Care Plan.
Eating Disorders
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Medicare rebates of $77.10 for up to 40 sessions per calendar year if the service is recommended in an eating disorder treatment & management plan.
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Walk & Talk Therapy rebate $99.40 under the same plan.
Chronic Disease/GP Management Plan
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Available to people living with a chronic medical condition.
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Rebate of $54.60 for up to 5 sessions per calendar year.
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Requires a GP referral to a 'mental health worker'.
Pregnancy Support Counselling
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Women concerned about a current or previous pregnancy (in the last 12 months).
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Medicare rebate of $64.10 available when referred by a GP.
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Rebates are available for up to 3 counselling sessions per pregnancy.
Private Health Insurance
Teachers ; UniHealth; Nurses & Midwives Health
Funds
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Cover counselling services under: Top Extras Cover.
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Benefit: Initial assessment $100; Standard consultation $70.
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Limit: $600 per year.
Other Financial Support Options:
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
I provide counselling services for:
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Access EAP
(incl. Support Act for performing artists);
You might be eligible to receive free counselling with me if your employer uses one of these providers. Counselling might also be available via your partner or family member's EAP.
Worksafe Victoria:
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Counselling fees may be reimbursed if you are injured at work.
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Requires referral from a medical practitioner and prior approval from agent.
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Rebates: Initial consultation $171.51; follow up $153.59.
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For assistance with a work injury claim call WorkSafe 1800 136 089.
NDIS:
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Self-managed participants can access my services via the use of a plan manager.
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Counselling: $156.16
TAC - Transport Accident Commission:
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Counselling for victims or family members after a transport accident.
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Rebate: 1 hr consultation $98.85.
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Requires referral from a medical practitioner and written approval from TAC.
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Medical excess applies to accidents that occurred prior to 14/02/2018.
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Contact the TAC on 1300 654 329 to assess your eligibility.
DVA - Department of Veterans Affairs:
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Counselling is covered on a Gold or a White Card with GP referral.
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Speak to your GP to assess your eligibility or call DVA 1800 555 254