Fees Funding & What's Next
Several funding pathways may contribute to the individual's cost of psychological services.
These may include Medicare rebates through a Mental Health Care Plan, NSW Police Access Treatment Initiative, Early Intervention Scheme, workers’ compensation | CTP insurance schemes, and private health insurance (where applicable). Eligibility and rebate amounts vary depending on your individual circumstances and the funding program.
Some clients prefer to self-fund, rather than disclose their health history.
Standard fee
$300
50-60 minute session
Medicare rebates
Rebates require a GP Mental Health Care Plan and referral.
Ways To Get A Rebate
Beyond Medicare, several pathways can reduce or remove the cost of your sessions.
NSW Police Force Early Access Treatment Initiative (EATI)
NSW Police Force members may be eligible for 100% reimbursement of gap fees for psychological services where there is a valid Mental Health Care Plan and an approved invoice. This is usually for a maximum of 10 sessions per calendar year.
EATI reimburses out-of-pocket expenses for support received under a Mental Health Treatment Plan from an eligible allied mental health service provider. It is a confidential program, independent to the NSWPOL, Workers Compensation, and is available to all NSWPF employees.
EATI = Early Access Treatment NSWPOL
https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/aboutus/wellbeingsupportservices/nswpfemployees/earlyaccesstreatment_initiative
Private Health Insurance
Rebates may be available if psychological services are included in your private health insurance cover. Please check with them before booking.
Stay tuned, a link is on its way to help you work out your rebatable amount (out of pocket $).
NDIS
Rebates may be available if psychological services are included in your plan.
https://psychology.org.au/insights/psychologists-are-a-critical-pillar-of-the-ndis
SIRA / Workplace
Approved SIRA and CTP claims are billed directly to the insurer in accordance with scheme requirements. Where funding is approved, clients do not incur out-of-pocket costs for treatment. Please ensure you have an approval document from your insurer before your first session.
For this service:
a. Contact us via the site with your enquiry
b. Our admin will follow up
c. From your insurer, obtain written approval (what insurer will pay for)
d. Confirm an appointment
Cancellation policy
We ask for at least 48 hours' notice if you need to reschedule or cancel. Sessions cancelled with less notice may attract a cancellation fee, the cost of your session, which Medicare and private health funds do not cover.
Getting Started
Four steps to your first session, we're happy to help at any point along the way.
Speak with your GP
Accessing Medicare Rebates
To access Medicare rebates for psychological treatment, you will need either:
- A referral and Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP; or
- A referral from an eligible psychiatrist or paediatrician.
Your initial referral covers a course of treatment. After this course, your referring doctor can review your progress and, where appropriate, provide a referral for further sessions.
For more on Medicare rebates and current Medicare guidelines.
See: https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/mental-health-care-and-medicare?context=60092
Referral From Your Regular G.P.
If you would like to see one of our psychologists, provide your GP with a psychologist's or practice name. They can refer you to Resilience Matters Clinical Psychology under a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP). For example, these are the details they need:
Mr Stuart Lokhee
Clinical Psychologist | APS | MAPS | SIRA
M.Clin.Psych
PSY0002355126
SIRA 25513
Clinic: Resilience Matters Clinical Psychology
M: +61 452 472 764
F: +61 2 7235 8920
E: admin@rmclinicalpsychology.com
Address|Clinic Location
Room 1, 26/301–313 Stanmore Rd
Petersham NSW 2049, Australia
Book Your First Session
Get in touch by phone or email, and we'll help arrange an appointment at a convenient time, whether you prefer to attend in person or online.
Begin work together
Your first appointment focuses on getting to know you, understanding your goals, and exploring the challenges that have brought you to therapy. We may review any previous diagnoses, assessments, or cognitive reports and, together, develop a personalised treatment plan that aligns with your needs and priorities.
Have a question about fees?
We're glad to talk through costs, rebates and cover before you book, no obligation. Reach out and we'll point you in the right direction.