Fee structure
Please note, we are not a bulk billing practice
| Category | Session Fee (50 minutes) | Medicare Rebate* | Out of Pocket after Rebate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual | $190 | $92.90 | $97.10 |
| Student / Pension | $180 | $92.90 | $87.08 |
| Pensioner | $175 | $92.90 | $82.10 |
| Couples | $275 | No Medicare rebate available | N/A |
| Saturday Appointments and after hours | $200 for an individual $195 for a student $185 for a pensioner | $92.90 | $107.10 for an individual $102.10 for a student $92.10 for a senior |
Unfortunately, late cancellations incur a $50 fee if an appointment is cancelled within 24 hours. The full fee is required to be paid by clients that do not show or provide notice.
If you do cancel we will attempt to provide the best opportunity possible to another client who requires the appointment if ample notice is provided.
Please note: The current Australian Psychologist Society recommended cancellation fees for psychologists are below, in an attempt to make mental health treatment affordable our cancellation rates are significantly less than the recommended rates:
- 0-24 hours’ notice: Full fee
- 24-48 hours’ notice: 50% of fee
- 48 hours – 7 days’ notice: 25% of fee
Cost breakdown for Learning and Behavioural Assessments
| Process | Cost |
|---|---|
| Initial 60 min consult | $460 |
| Assessment appointment one (2 hours) | $920 |
| Assessment appointment two (2 hours) | $920 |
| Report Writing | Included in the costs mentioned above |
| Optional 1 hour feedback session | $260 |
Cost breakdown for Behavioural Only Assessment
| Process | Cost |
|---|---|
| Initial 60 min consult | $460 |
| Assessment appointment one (one hour) | $460 |
| Outcomes and feedback session | $460 |
| Report Writing | Included in the costs mentioned above |
Please note: There is a higher fee for assessment sessions which takes into account the cost of assessment equipment used, collating the results, internal consultation and writing the report.
Making mental health affordable
The Australian Psychological Society (APS) National schedule of recommended fees for 2022-2023 has a standard 46-60 minute consultation fee recommended as $280.00 per hour.
However at Liberated Psychology we aim to make mental health services accessible for all and therefore reflect this in our session fee’s.
Students
A valid identification for either high school, tafe or university will need to be presented at your initial appointment to be eligible for the student rate across your sessions.
Medicare
Currently the Medicare rebate is available for up to 20 psychology sessions per calendar year.
To access Medicare rebates for your psychology sessions you will need to visit your GP to obtain a referral letter and a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP).
Your initial referral and MHCP will cover you for the first 6 sessions with your therapist.
- After your 6th session you will need to visit your GP again to get a second referral for an additional 4 sessions (bringing the total sessions to 10).
- The current COVID Additional 10 scheme allows for an additional 10 sessions; these can be prescribed at your 6 session review with your GP, at your GP’s discretion.
The clinic automatically processes the Medicare rebate at the end of each session and you should receive your rebate from Medicare within 24 hours.
If your rebate is unable to be processed at the time of your appointment, then please complete your rebate lodgement through the Medicare Services Australia page (either desktop or mobile). You will need your Medicare Service item number listed on your invoice, the amount you paid, your clinician/GP provider numbers, date of referral and a copy of your paid account.
Work Cover
Those wishing to visit the clinic underneath Workcover psychology services will be required to provide their claim information and case manager details in order for the payment of your session to be invoice directly to a third party. If you are unable to provide the details at your initial appointment, full payment will be required, and you will be provided with an invoice to claim reimbursement from your insurer.
Private Health Care Rebates
Depending on your insurer and scheme you may be able to claim a rebate under your private health insurance. For more information please contact your insurer directly.