Fees & Funding
At Paws to Play Psychology, we are committed to providing accessible and compassionate psychological support. We accept various funding options to ensure that you or your child can access the care you need.
Session Fee
Standard fee per Session: $195 for a 50-minute session (for Medicare, private clients, and other funding types).
NDIS fee per Session: $222.00 for a 50-minute session (in line with the NDIS Pricing Arrangements).
Payment is due at the time of service, unless prior arrangements have been made.
Rebates
Medicare
If you have a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) from your GP, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate of $96.65 per session, for up to 10 sessions per calendar year. This rebate significantly reduces your out-of-pocket costs.
Private Health Insurance
Private health insurance rebates vary between insurers and policies. To check your eligibility and out-of-pocket costs, please provide your insurer with the following details:
- Item Number: 200
- Fee: $195
Claims must be submitted by you following each session.
Funding Options
We accept all major funding options, including:
- NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme)
- TAC (Transport Accident Commission)
- Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT)
- Medicare (with a Mental Health Care Plan)
- Private Health Insurance
If you have other funding arrangements, please let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Cancellation Policy
We understand that sometimes plans change. To best support all clients, please take note of our cancellation and rescheduling policy:
- Notice Period: At least 48 hours’ notice is required for cancellations or rescheduling.
- Late Cancellations: Appointments cancelled with less than 48 hours’ notice will incur a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the session cost. Cancellations made on the day of the appointment will be charged at the full session fee.