Rates and Payment Policies from January 2026
I offer a sliding scale for therapy rates as I recognise that not all people have equal access to resources and services due to a complex interplay of factors. The sliding scale ensures that therapy can be accessed at multiple price points depending on your circumstance.
You can use the infographic below to reflect on which category best describes your circumstances.
I’d like to give thanks and acknowledgement to Alexis J. Cunningfolk for the development of this infographic which I have adapted to the Australian context. You can learn more about their work and the benefits of a sliding scale here.
Therapy Rates
Regular Rate
This rate applies to people with an annual income over $100,000 AUD per annum
1 hour = $230
Lower Cost Rate
This rate applies to people with an annual income under $100,000 AUD per annum
1 hour = $200
Concession Rate
A limited number of concession places are available to people with a Health Care or Pension Card, self-supporting full-time students, and those earning less than $45,000 AUD per annum.
1 hour = $160
Rates for Advocacy Services
Rates for advocacy services will be prorated based on your session fee and calculated a 15-minute increments. When receiving a request for advocacy services I will inform you of the expected fee so you can decide if you would like to proceed.
Rebates
Private Health Insurance Rebates
I am an approved provider with a range of Australian health funds.
Please note that rebate eligibility and amounts depend on your individual policy. I recommend checking with your insurer to confirm your level of cover for counselling services.
After your session, you’ll receive an invoice which you can submit to your health fund to claim your rebate.
You can claim rebates with the following funds:
- Medibank
- AHM
- Bupa
- HCF
- St Luke’s Health
- GMHBA
- Emergency Services Health
- Phoenix Health Fund
- See-u by HBF (previously CUA)
- AIA Health
- Mildura Health Fund,
- Teachers Union Health
- Westfund
- Teachers Health
- Nurses & Midwives Health
- UniHealth
- Doctors Health Fund
- HBF
- Australian Defence Force Health Services
- Police Health
Medicare Rebates
As a counsellor, I’m unable to provide Medicare rebates for sessions.
If you would like to access Medicare-funded therapy
If accessing Medicare rebates is important or necessary for you, you will need to:
- visit a GP
- request a Mental Health Care Plan
- receive a referral to a psychologist
Medicare rebates generally cover part of the session fee for up to ten sessions per calendar year, after which full fees usually apply.
If helpful, I’m also happy to point you toward appropriate services, directories, or Medicare-rebated practitioners.
Choosing the right option for you
For some people, Medicare-funded therapy is the most financially accessible and appropriate option.
For others, private pay therapy may offer:
- greater flexibility in therapeutic approach
- more continuity of care
- longer-term support beyond Medicare session limits
- increased privacy, without the need for diagnostic reporting or Medicare involvement
There is no “right” pathway. The best option depends on your individual needs, preferences, and circumstances.