NEW CLIENT ENQUIRY
Please read below carefully before filling in our new client form at the bottom of this page.
GETTING STARTED
MEDICARE & MENTAL HEATH CARE PLANS (MHCP)
To begin your therapy journey with a psychologist at The Life Medicine Collective, the first step is to see your GP. Your GP will assess your needs and, if appropriate, prepare a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP) and referral to our practice.
Even if you do not plan to claim Medicare rebates, we require all clients to have a GP referral before starting therapy.
This helps us:
Ensure a multidisciplinary, team-based approach to your care.
Maintain strong communication between your GP and psychologist.
Enhance safety and consistency throughout your healing journey.
WHAT IS A MENTAL HEALTH CARE PLAN (MHCP)?
A Mental Health Care Plan is a structured plan prepared by your GP to support your mental health needs. With a valid MHCP, you are eligible to claim Medicare rebates for up to 10 individual therapy sessions per calendar year under the Better Access initiative.
These sessions are provided in two parts:
First 6 sessions – After these, your psychologist will send a progress update to your GP.
Final 4 sessions – If clinically appropriate, your GP will approve the remaining sessions.
Medicare rebates only apply when a valid MHCP and referral are provided.
SESSION COSTS AND REBATES
Below are the current session fees and rebates for psychology sessions at The Life Medicine Collective:
Initial Consultation (90 minutes): $345
Medicare rebate: $98.95
Out-of-pocket cost: $246.05
Standard Consultation (60 minutes): $230
Medicare rebate: $98.95
Out-of-pocket cost: $131.05
**Please note: Fees and Medicare rebates are subject to change. Rebates are only available for psychological services under a valid MHCP.
Welcome. Your path forward starts here…
We take your time seriously and we have a commitment to ensuring we are the right service for you. In order to do that we need to gather some information from you so we can match you with a psychologist whose experience and areas of interest align with the work you would like to do. Please complete the below intake form so we can get started on booking you in for your first appointment.