fees & referrals

Fees and referrals

What sessions cost, what you can claim back, what to bring, and what happens if you need to cancel.

Session fees

Individual session

50-60 minutes, in person in Gosford, or by telehealth

$255

Medicare (Better Access)

With a GP referral and Mental Health Treatment Plan. Rebate $101.55, out of pocket $153.45

$255

NDIS

Self-managed and plan-managed participants

$252.99

WorkCover

Approved sessions are billed directly to the insurer

No cost to you

Assessments

Quoted individually, depending on assessment

On request

Payment is due on the day. Fees are reviewed each year. Medicare rebates are set by the government and may change each July.

Referrals

You don't need a referral to book. If you want to claim a rebate or use funding, here's what to have ready before your first session.

Medicare

A referral and Mental Health Treatment Plan from your usual GP, psychiatrist or paediatrician.

NDIS

Your NDIS number, plan dates and plan manager's details. You can add these in the intake form, and we'll set up a service agreement together.

WorkCover

Your claim number and insurer's details. Sessions need insurer approval before we start.

For GPs and referrers: please email referrals to admin@mindbalancepsychology.com.au

Complete the intake form →

New clients, including NDIS participants: please fill this in before your first session.

Cancellations

Life happens. If you need to cancel or move a session, just let us know as early as you can.

More than 48 hours notice

No charge

Less than 48 hours notice or not attending

The full session fee is charged. Medicare rebates can’t be claimed for missed sessions.

Unwell or an emergency? Get in touch. These are always considered.