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 Information for Clients

Fees

  • Therapy appointments are 50 minutes in duration and are tailored to your individual needs and treatment goals.
  • Standard consultation fee: $260 per session

  • Clients are required to secure an appointment with a credit card and pay the full fee the day prior to their appointment. If clients do not wish to apy their appointment with a credit card, the appointment must be prepared 72 hours prior to their appointment either by direct transfer. Failure to do so may result in the appointment being cancelled and offered to another client on our waiting list. For Monday appointments, this must be received by the previous Friday.

  • Medicare rebates may be available when attending with a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral from a GP, psychiatrist, or pediatrician.

  • Medicare rebates contribute toward the cost of treatment but do not usually cover the full consultation fee.

    • Additional Fees

  • After Hours
  • After 5.00pm consultation fee incurs an additional $30, that is, $290 per session
  • NDIS Reports and Administrative Fees
  • Additional fees may apply for request for letters, NDIS reports, administrative matters or extended consultation with approved allied health providers. The pricing will vary depending on the complexity and scope of the request, please speak with Catherine or reception to obtain a quote.

    • Cancellation Policy


  • A cancellation fee of $100 will be charged if less than 48 hours notice is provided, it must be paid before future appointments are secured. For Monday appointment, please notify the administration team by midday on Friday, as reception is not monitored over the weeknd.

  • Appointment times are reserved specifically for you. For this reason, 48 hours’ notice is required if you need to cancel or reschedule.

  • Appointments cancelled or changed within 48 hours incur a $100 cancellation fee.
  • Cancellation fees are not Medicare rebatable.

  • If I need to reschedule due to illness, emergency, or unforeseen professional circumstances, I will always endeavour to provide as much notice as possible and arrange an alternative appointment promptly.

    • Private Health Insurance


  • Private health insurance rebates may be available depending on your level of extras cover. Please check directly with your insurer.


    • Medicare Information

    How does a Mental Health Care Plan work?

    Under the Better Access Initiative, referred to as a Mental Health Treatment Plan, your GP prepares a plan that allows you to access Medicare rebates for psychology sessions. A Mental Health Treatment Plan prepared by your GP allows eligible clients to access Medicare rebates for psychology sessions under the Better Access initiative. If you are unsure whether you are eligible for a Mental Health Treatment Plan or Medicare rebate, your GP can advise you, or you are welcome to contact the practice for general information.

    For further Better Access Initative


    How does I obtain a Mental Health Treatment Plan work?


    See your GP or psychiatrist: They will complete a Mental Health Treatment Plan after an assessment of your mental health and wellbeing.


    Referral to a Psychologist:
 Your GP will provide a referral letter addressed to Catherine Knott, Catherine Knott Psychology.


  • Access to Medicare Rebates:
With a valid plan and referral, you may be eligible to receive Medicare rebates for a set number of psychology sessions per calendar year, in line with current Medicare guidelines. Eligible clients can currently access up to 10 individual Medicare-subsidised psychology sessions per calendar year, subject to Medicare guidelines.

  • Review:
Your GP may review your progress and update your plan partway through treatment if additional sessions are required.


    • Medicare rebates are set by the Australian Government and may change from time to time. The rebate is paid by Medicare after your appointment and reduces your out-of-pocket cost. Your session fee is paid in full at the time of your appointment then Medicare rebate is then processed and returned to you by Medicare.
  • The current Medicare rebate for a standard 50+ minute consultation with a registered psychologist is $98.95 per session.
  • Medicare rebates are processed electronically after your appointment where Medicare details are provided.

    • Rebates apply to:

    
• In-person consultations

    
• Telehealth (video) consultations

    
• Phone consultations (where eligible under Medicare rules)

    Rebates do not apply to:
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     Cognitive or diagnostic assessments
• Report writing
• Non-Medicare funded services

    To claim a Medicare rebate you will need:
    • A valid Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP
    • A referral letter addressed to Catherine Knott
    • A valid Medicare card

    Your referral and plan must be current at the time of your appointment.

    Up to ~$98.95–$99 per session for a registered psychologist
    These amounts apply to sessions that are 50 minutes or longer and are claimed under a Mental Health Treatment Plan.

    For example (illustrative only):

    Your session fee: $260

    Medicare rebate (example): $98.95 – $145.25

    Your out-of-pocket cost: roughly $115–$160 after rebate

    Exact rebate amounts are set by Medicare and can change each financial year. The above figures are based on the most recent publicly available Medicare rebate ranges.

    Pay the full consultation fee at the 24 hours before your appointment.

    The rebate is then processed through Medicare by the practice on your behalf

    Medicare deposits the rebate amount into your nominated bank account once approved.

    Medicare currently allows up to 10 rebated individual psychology sessions per calendar year under a Mental Health Treatment Plan. After an initial set (often 6), a GP may review progress and extend for additional sessions up to the annual limit.

    Individual therapy rebate - Registered Psychologist ~$98.95–$99 per session

    Groups focused on therapeutic skills or psychological strategies (e.g., anxiety management skills, emotion regulation groups).

    Group sessions with a minimum number of participants (usually at least 4 people scheduled).

    You can also access up to 10 Medicare-subsidised group therapy sessions per calendar year in addition to the individual sessions. 
    Group sessions might include structured therapeutic groups (e.g., skills training, psychoeducation groups) that are eligible for Medicare rebates under the Better Access initiative.

    Group therapy rebate (6–10 people) – Registered Psychologist ~$25.25 per session