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Our fees
Current fees are set lower than the recommended rate by the Australian Psychological Society. Fees for our psychologists differ, and depend on the level of experience and years in practice.
Individual Therapy
- 50–60 minute sessions
- Session cost is between $210–$250 per session (psychologist-dependent)
- Medicare rebates are available with a Mental Health Care Plan from your GP
- Out of pocket costs range from $94.75 – $114.75 per session
- Depending on the presenting issue and treatment plan, we will advise how many sessions treatment is likely to take at your first session
Couples Therapy
- 50–60 minute sessions
- $250 per session
- Typically 10+ sessions, including at least two individual appointments per person
- Weekly sessions are recommended to maintain momentum and align with evidence-based practice
- Not suitable in cases of domestic violence, ongoing infidelity, or significant substance use
- Unfortunately, there are no Medicare rebates available for couples therapy
Telehealth Appointments
- 50–60 minute sessions
- Session cost is between $210–$250 per session (psychologist-dependent)
- Medicare rebates are available under a valid Mental Health Care Plan
- Out of pocket costs range from $94.75 – $114.75 per session
- Generally not recommended for couples therapy
Assessments
- Fees vary and are determined based on the referral question, what’s needed for the assessment and report requirements
- For example, the length of assessments, interview time with significant others and psychometric marking all impact assessment length and time
- We will understand clearly who the report is for and only complete what is needed, which is time-efficient and cost-effective
- Medicare rebates are available for assessment sessions in which you are with a psychologist
- Report-writing is charged privately, at an hourly rate
Clinical Supervision
- For psychologists completing an accredited training pathway to general registration
- For clinical psychology registrars
- For all other psychologists
- Supervision completed with senior clinical psychologists, all Board-Approved Supervisors
- Rates differs between supervisors – please contact us to learn more
Medicare rebates for psychology
You may be eligible for a rebate with a valid referral from your GP to reduce your out-of-pocket costs.
Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP)
- Also known as Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP)
- Referral needed from your GP
- Up to 10 rebated sessions per calendar year
- Rebates: $98.97 (general psychologist), $145.25 (clinical psychologist)
- We can process your rebate on the spot after your session
Eating Disorder Management Plan (EDMP)
- Referral needed from your GP or psychiatrist
- Up to 40 rebated sessions per year for eligible clients
- Sessions allocated depends on clinical severity and diagnosis
- Same rebate rates as per MHCP
- Learn more about eligibility here
Other rebates & Funding
- Private health funds – rebates differ depending on your insurer (e.g. Teachers Health)
- NDIS (plan and self-managed) – we do not charge gap fees to NDIS participants
- WorkCover
- TAC
- VOCAT
- EAP – sometimes employers will pay for your sessions as part of an EAP arrangement
Depending on the provider, a gap fee may still apply.
Cancellation policy
When you make an appointment with a psychologist, that time has been reserved for you, and psychologists do considerable preparation and planning for your appointment.
While sometimes things happen in life that mean cancelling or rescheduling is needed, doing so at late notice impacts a psychologist’s ability to see other clients, especially people who are on the waiting list.
Unlike other professionals, such as doctors, who offer shorter medical appointment times, psychologists are unable to fill the time allocated for you at short notice with other work.
Given this, Perennial Psychology has a 48-hour cancellation/rescheduling policy:
- Cancellation between 24–48 hours’ notice will attract a 50% cancellation fee
- Cancellation under 24 hours’ notice or no shows will attract the full fee
- Please note: Medicare and insurers don’t cover missed or cancelled appointments
Psychology FAQs
Have a question? Take a look below… these are some of the common questions we get.
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