Clear information before you begin.
Standard psychology consultation
50 minutes$245Clinical psychology consultation
50 minutes$275Couples consultation
60 minutes$295Telehealth
Available Australia-wide where clinically and professionally appropriate. Some clients attend entirely by telehealth; others mix in-person and telehealth.
Payment timing
Payment is made on the day of your appointment. We accept card and bank transfer. Medicare rebates, where eligible, are processed at the time of payment.
Fees shown are fictional and displayed for website demonstration purposes only.
Mental Health Treatment Plans & rebates
Some clients with an appropriate Mental Health Treatment Plan from their GP may be eligible for a Medicare rebate on a number of sessions per calendar year. Eligibility and rebate amounts are set by Medicare and can change, so we recommend confirming your current eligibility with Medicare before your appointment.
We don't guarantee eligibility, and we can't specify rebate amounts that may change.
Using your private cover
If you have private health insurance that includes psychology cover, you may be able to claim a benefit. You generally cannot claim both a Medicare rebate and a private health benefit for the same session. Please check your cover with your insurer.
Cancellation policy
We require at least 48 hours' notice to change or cancel an appointment without charge. This allows us to offer the time to someone else.
GP referrals
No referral is required to see us privately. A GP referral is only needed if you wish to claim a Medicare rebate via a Mental Health Treatment Plan.
NDIS enquiries
We welcome enquiries from NDIS participants or their representatives. We can discuss whether our services are a suitable fit for your plan and goals.
Things people often ask.
No referral is required to see a psychologist privately. You can contact us directly. A GP referral is only needed if you wish to claim a Medicare rebate via a Mental Health Treatment Plan.
If your GP prepares a Mental Health Treatment Plan, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate on a number of sessions per calendar year. Eligibility and rebate amounts are set by Medicare and can change, so we recommend confirming your current eligibility before your appointment.
If you have private health insurance that includes psychology cover, you may be able to claim a benefit. You generally cannot claim both a Medicare rebate and a private health benefit for the same session. Please check your cover with your insurer.
Yes. You're welcome to request a specific psychologist, and you can read our profiles to help decide. If you're unsure, tell us a little about what you're looking for and we'll help identify the best fit.
Most people begin with weekly or fortnightly appointments, then space them out as things progress. Your psychologist will discuss a rhythm that suits your needs and circumstances.
This varies widely depending on what you're working on and your goals. Some concerns are addressed in a handful of sessions; others are longer-term work. Your psychologist will discuss this with you as the work progresses.
The first session is a conversation. Your psychologist will want to understand what's bringing you in and what you'd like to be different. You set the pace — there's no expectation of a detailed history or a diagnosis.
Yes. Telehealth is available Australia-wide where clinically and professionally appropriate. Some clients attend entirely by telehealth; others mix in-person and telehealth.
We welcome enquiries from NDIS participants or their representatives. We can discuss whether our services are a suitable fit for your plan and goals when you contact us.
It depends on the young person's age and needs. We balance their privacy with appropriate family involvement, and discuss this openly with both the young person and their parents.
We require at least 48 hours' notice to change or cancel an appointment without charge. This allows us to offer the time to someone else. Full details are provided when you book.
Northside Collective Psychology is not a crisis or emergency service. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000). For urgent mental health support, contact an appropriate Australian crisis service or attend your nearest hospital emergency department.