Fees
Fundamental Psychology is committed to providing high quality and accessible mental health and allied health services for our clients. We strive to ensure our services remain affordable and convenient.
While we are a private billing practice, there are a range of options available to receive rebates and other funding, as outlined below.
Payment is required at the time of your session. We accept credit card payment. Your Medicare rebate and some Private Health rebates can be processed at the time of your payment.
If you need help identifying which options are available to best suit your needs, or if you have any concerns about payment, please speak to our friendly staff.
Cancellation Policy
If for some reason you need to cancel or postpone your appointment, please provide at least 2 business days’ notice.
Where an appointment is cancelled or postponed with less than 2 business days’ notice, 50% of the fee will be charged.
Where an appointment is cancelled or postponed within 1 business day, 100% of the fee will be charged. No shows will be charged 100% of the session fee. The no show or late cancellation fee will be processed on the day of the appointment. Where an appointment is cancelled and it is able to be filled with another client no cancellation fee is charged.
Fee Structure
INITIAL APPOINTMENT (NEW CLIENTS)
| Fee | Medicare Rebate | Gap | |
| Clinical Psychologist | $270^ | $141.85 | $128.15* |
| Psychologist | $235^ | $96.65 | $138.35* |
| Provisional Psychologist | $150^ | N/A | $150 |
STANDARD APPOINTMENT
| Fee | Medicare Rebate | Gap | |
| Clinical Psychologist | $250^ | $141.85 | $108.15* |
| Psychologist | $215^ | $96.65 | $118.35* |
| Provisional Psychologist | $130^ | N/A | $130 |
^Transaction fees for processing payments are added by and paid to the processing institution at the time of payment. This is generally between 1.7% to 1.8%.
*Fee must be paid in full then we will process the Medicare Rebate which will be deposited by Medicare into your nominated account. Valid referral and Mental Health Treatment Plan required. If you have reached your Medicare Safety Net you may receive an increased rebate from Medicare.
COUPLES THERAPY (INITIAL APPOINTMENT) – $320^ (50 mins)
COUPLES THERAPY (STANDARD APPOINTMENT) – $300^ (50 mins)
REPORT WRITING / LETTERS (production of reports or letters) – Per hourly rate^ (excluding Medicare, eg treatment review)
We provide a range of psychological assessments to assist children, adolescents, adults and older adults across a range of areas including –
- Cognitive (IQ) functioning including intellectual impairment
- ADHD and Autism
- Learning difficulties such as Dyslexia, Dysgraphia and Dyscalculia
- NDIS assessments and plan reviews
- School readiness
- Medico-legal
- Dementia
- Pre-bariatric surgery
- Workplace
We offer set fees for assessments with a payment schedule over the duration of the assessment. Our assessment fees start from $1,590^.
Where additional documentation is requested or completion of third party documentation hourly rate applies (for example NDIS Access Request Form).
^Transaction fees for processing payments are added by and paid to the processing institution at the time of payment. This is generally between 1.7% to 1.8%.
HOME OR SCHOOL VISITS (within 10KM of office) – $335^/hour
HOME OR SCHOOL VISITS (more than 10KM from office) – $390^/hour
REPORT WRITING / LETTERS (production of reports or letters) – Per hourly rate
^Transaction fees for processing payments are added by and paid to the processing institution at the time of payment. This is generally between 1.7% to 1.8%.
Price on application^.
^Transaction fees for processing payments are added by and paid to the processing institution at the time of payment. This is generally between 1.7% to 1.8%.
NUTRITIONIST (INITIAL CONSULTATION) – $140^ (90mins)
- Full health assessment and dietary history
- Dietary evaluation and planning for individual nutritional plan based on your needs
- Recommendation where necessary for nutritional supplementation
- Analysis and requests for testing if required
NUTRITIONIST (FOLLOW-UP CONSULTATION) – $90^ (45-60mins)
Follow up appointments are usually suggested within 2-4 weeks after your initial consultation. Review of your treatment plan and provision for ongoing support and monitoring is usually required for a few months after this to assist you in your journey to achieve your nutritional and health goals. The follow-up consultation includes:
- Assessment of your progress and changes to your plan if required.
- New recipes and food ideas to encourage compliance to your plan.
- Review of test results if required.
- Continued education and tools to assist with your plan into the future.
NUTRITIONIST (REVIEW CONSULTATION) – $50^ (30mins)
Review and support sessions provide monthly support as you continue your journey to your nutritional and health goals.
^Transaction fees for processing payments are added by and paid to the processing institution at the time of payment. This is generally between 1.7% to 1.8%.
Medicare Rebates
Mental Health Treatment Plans
If you have a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your General Practitioner (GP), or referral from Psychiatrist or Paediatrician you may be eligible to receive a Medicare Rebate for up to 10 psychology sessions per calendar year.
If you have a Mental Health Treatment Plan, your initial referral will allow you to have 6 rebatable sessions.
After these initial sessions, your psychologist will suggest you see your GP for a review on your progress. You can then receive a referral for further sessions with us, up to the 10 rebatable psychology sessions per year. Your psychologist will provide your GP with a brief progress report for you to obtain additional sessions.
Eating Disorder Treatment and Management Plans
Under an Eating Disorder Treatment and Management Plan, you may be eligible to access Medicare rebates for up to 40 eating disorder psychological treatment sessions in a 12-month period. You must review treatment and management plans after every 10 psychological treatment services.
Gap Payments
Your Medicare rebate can be processed at the time of your payment. Our staff can assist you to understand the ‘gap payment’ which will apply. The ‘gap payment’ or ‘out of pocket’ cost refers to the difference between our fees and the amount that is paid by Medicare. Once you have reached your Medicare Safety Net, your rebate may increase.
Private Health Insurance
Depending on the inclusions in your Private Health Insurance policy, you may be eligible for a rebate.
Private health rebates cannot be used for the same sessions as a Medicare rebate. The amount of eligible rebate will depend on your Private Health fund.
Bulk Billing
We are a private practice and do not bulk bill.
Pension and/or Health Care Card holders may qualify for concession rates.
If you have payment concerns, these can be discussed with your psychologist during your first session.
WorkCover / ComCare
If you are receiving psychological treatment through a Workers Compensation Claim, the number of sessions approved for funding will be outlined by the relevant insurance company.
A referral is required from your GP (as the Nominated Treating Doctor) prior to making an appointment.
Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA) Clients
For more information on mental health services for veterans, click here or contact us if you are unsure of your entitlements.
Open Arms
Our Registered Psychologist can provide services through Open Arms.
For more information on services available through Open Arms, click here.
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
Our psychologists are able to provide services in line with fees set by the National Disability Insurance Agency under self, plan and agency-managed plans.~
~ Bank fees may apply to payments where they charge a credit card surcharge.
Group Fees
Medicare rebates may be available for participation in one of our group programs. Fees for groups are dependent on the type and length of the program.^
^Transaction fees for processing payments are added by and paid to the processing institution at the time of payment. This is generally between 1.7% to 1.8%.