How much are psychology sessions?

Key Summary

  • Psychology sessions can be accessed under different schemes each with different costs

  • Most people access medicare rebated sessions with a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) from their GP.

Psychology sessions can be accessed in many ways, including via various government, insurance or other funding schemes. At Cetas Psychology, we operate under Medicare, Workcover and most health insurers.

What are the Medicare fees?

  • Current Medicare rebate for clinical psychologists $137.05 per session (usually 50 minutes)

  • Current Medicare rebate for general psychologists $93.35 per session (usually 50 minutes)

This is capped at 10 sessions per year. The 10-session limit renews every January 1. 

For example, Your psychology fees are $250 a session, which you pay in full at each session. You claim a clinical psychologist rebate of $137.05. This means your out-of-pocket fee is $112.95. 

You must have a eligible Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) from your doctor to access rebates.
Always confirm fees with your chosen psychologist before you commence sessions. 

Fees and rebates change regularly so please ensure you check with your psychologist.

WorkCover fees

WorkSafe will pay up to a maximum amount for Psychology services per hour

Individual Consultation $187.66
Individual Telehealth Consultation $187.66

Click here to be taken to Worksafe Victoria’s fee schedule

Private or Health Insurance

Some insurance policies will also provide benefits towards psychology services and counselling. It’s best to check with your individual provider.

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