Rebates

How to get help for mental health, subsidies and rebate pathways; 

Medicare

Consult with your local GP about a Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP) under the Better Access Initiative.  Speak with your GP about your symptoms and intention to engage in Counselling.  I will be pleased to discuss the process if helpful in an initial complimentary phone consultation Ph: 0402 998 830.

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/mental-health-treatment-plan

Ancillary Cover

Private health funds with ancillary cover such as Bupa, Medibank, HCF, Teacher's Health and Doctors Health may include psychology with an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker.   Please check coverage with your provider and how to claim with my invoice. 

Victim Services NSW

I'm an approved Victim Services counsellor by the state Commissioner and I am currently accepting referrals under this scheme.  Please do not hesitate to reach out to discuss treatment.  My details are also on the NSW Victim Services "find a counsellor".  This is a gap free stream. 

PSS

Psychological Support Stream (PSS, formerly known as ATAPS), can only be referred through CESPHN portal.  I am pleased to provide prompt and accessible mental health care service to those in the community who are eligible for the PSS stream.   This rebate pathway is funded through the Central Eastern Sydney Primary Health Network (CESPHN).  Below links have more specific detail on PSS eligibility and a link to my subcontracting profile for PSS.  GP's and other third parties can refer to PSS.  This is a gap free stream.

https://cesphn.org.au/

https://cesphn.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/PSS_Brochure_August2024.pdf

https://lillypillycounselling.com.au/meet-our-team/anthony-colantuono/