Affordable Counselling with Medicare and Rebates – Sydney and Online
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As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW), I am committed to making mental health care accessible and affordable. Just like any other health service, mental health support should be available based on need. I can guide you through navigating Medicare, private health insurance, and other rebate pathways to make counselling easier to access.
If you would like guidance on the best rebate pathway for your needs or have questions about counselling options, I offer a free initial phone consultation. Call me at 0402 998 830 to discuss your options.
How to Access Counselling through Medicare
A common way to access counselling is through a Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP), which is organised with your local General Practitioner (GP). This plan is part of the Better Access Initiative under Medicare and usually provides 6–10 sessions of subsidised counselling.
During your GP consultation, you may complete a brief assessment such as a K10 Plus or DASS mood inventory to determine your needs.
Learn more about eligibility for a Mental Health Care Plan and the Mental Health Treatment Plan process.
As an AMHSW, I am credentialed by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) to deliver evidence-based, person-centred Focused Psychological Strategies (FPS) under Medicare.
This ensures you receive high-quality, accountable care.
If you or your GP have questions about linking in with a counsellor under Medicare, feel free to call me on 0402 998 830.
Private Health Insurance – Ancillary Cover
Many private health funds, including Bupa, Medibank, HCF, Teachers Health, and Doctors Health, offer psychology or counselling coverage under ancillary benefits. Coverage may extend to sessions with an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker. Check with your provider to confirm your benefits and claim process using my invoices.
NDIS
Approved NDIS Self Managed or NDIS Plan managed funds with provision for focused psychological strategies can be utilised to cover the cost of counselling. I addtionally have industry experience in working with neuro-divergance, acquired disabilities and genetic disorders in a variety of settings.
Victim Services Counselling (Gap-Free)
I am an approved Victim Services counsellor and can accept referrals under this scheme. This is a gap-free service for eligible clients. I am also familiar with the Redress Scheme.
For more information, see:
Psychological Support Stream (PSS) Gap-Free)
The Psychological Support Stream (PSS), formerly ATAPS, is available through referral via the Central Eastern Sydney Primary Health Network (CESPHN). I provide prompt and accessible mental health care for eligible clients under this funded program. PSS is a gap-free pathway and GP or third-party referrals are accepted.
Learn more:
• CESPHN
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