Fees and Payments
The Australian Psychological Society (APS) sets recommended fees for psychological services. As of 1st July 2026, the standard rate recommended for a 46-60min consultation is $330 - $340.
We do not charge this full amount.
Our helpful reception staff will be able to provide specific information regarding current fees for Occupational Therapy, Psychological Interventions, and Assessment.
Whilst a referral from a medical practitioner is not mandatory for you to see a psychologist, there may be rebates for you if this is organised. If your physician (GP, Paediatrician or Paediatric Psychiatrist) assesses you to be eligible for a referral under the Better Access to Mental Health initiative (Mental Health Treatment Plan), you can then receive a medicare rebate for up to 10 psychology consultations per calendar year.
Please call our helpful receptionists if you require more specific information to your situation.
Minding Family is a Private Practice and does not offer bulk-billed appointments.
Payment Methods
Payment can be made by Cash, Eftpos or Credit Card. Please note that we are unable to accept American Express cards. We also have HICAPS and EFTPOS facilities to allow you to claim a rebate through your private health fund or via the Medicare online claiming system.
Rescheduling and Cancellation Policy
As part of our service we offer a courtesy reminder notice the day before your appointment. We understand that sometimes unexpected events happen, however, to maintain our quality of care and timely services to all of our clients, Minding Family requires you to notify Administration before 8.30am on the business day prior to the appointment. These timeslots can then be offered to other individuals/families in need. If we are unable to re-allocate the session to another family and you have not provided us with sufficient notice the following policy will be applied:
1st missed session:
25% of your session fee - a Cancellation fee of $60 will apply.
2nd missed session:
50% of your session fee - a Cancellation fee of $125 will apply.
3rd and future missed sessions:
The standard appointment fee will apply.
Please Note:
If 3 consecutive appointments are missed, we will need to review ongoing appointments to determine the obstacles to continued treatment.
NB: Attended sessions help us keep our costs down.
Cancellation fees do not attract Medicare Rebates or claimable through your Private Health cover.
Please do NOT get cross with our reception staff over these fees – they are just doing their job. Thank you.