Consultation Fees & Rebates
At Cairns Trauma & Clinical Psychology, we acknowledge the apprehension that can accompany seeking psychological services, particularly regarding expenses. Hence, we are committed to offering a cost-effective solution without compromising on the quality of care. Our fees stand significantly below the rates recommended by the Australian Psychological Society (APS), which typically suggests a fee of $300 per hour for psychologist consultations. Please reach out to our clinic to discuss the specific fees applicable to our practitioners.
For those eligible, Medicare rebates can significantly offset costs. With a Mental Health Care Plan referral from your GP or specialist, you can receive substantial rebates for up to 10 sessions per calendar yea. It's important to note that appointments with Provisional Psychologists are ineligible for Medicare rebates.
We also work with various funding pathways. These include WorkCover, Victims Assist, and DVA.
We do not offer bulk-billed appointments. However, we are committed to working with you to find the best financial solution without compromising on the quality of care you deserve.
Specific assessment, letters, and reports incur extra expenses – your psychologist/social worker will discuss this with you.
Cancellation Policy
Our psychologists and social workers will dedicate an entire hour for every appointment that you book, ensuring that you receive the full attention you need. In the event that you need to reschedule or cancel a session, we kindly request that you provide us with at least 48 hours' notice so that we can offer the appointment to those on our waitlist. Please note that if you fail to attend your appointment without notifying us, you will be charged the full fee. Additionally, for cancellations made with less than 24 hours' notice, a the full fee will be charged. We understand that sometimes you may be unable to keep an appointment because of sudden illness or an unexpected personal emergency. If this happens to you, please contact us as soon as possible to explain the situation. You may call our office at any time, even after hours, as we do have an answering service that allows you to leave a message. Reasonable circumstances will not incur cancellation fees.
For those eligible, Medicare rebates can significantly offset costs. With a Mental Health Care Plan referral from your GP or specialist, you can receive substantial rebates for up to 10 sessions per calendar yea. It's important to note that appointments with Provisional Psychologists are ineligible for Medicare rebates.
We also work with various funding pathways. These include WorkCover, Victims Assist, and DVA.
We do not offer bulk-billed appointments. However, we are committed to working with you to find the best financial solution without compromising on the quality of care you deserve.
Specific assessment, letters, and reports incur extra expenses – your psychologist/social worker will discuss this with you.
Cancellation Policy
Our psychologists and social workers will dedicate an entire hour for every appointment that you book, ensuring that you receive the full attention you need. In the event that you need to reschedule or cancel a session, we kindly request that you provide us with at least 48 hours' notice so that we can offer the appointment to those on our waitlist. Please note that if you fail to attend your appointment without notifying us, you will be charged the full fee. Additionally, for cancellations made with less than 24 hours' notice, a the full fee will be charged. We understand that sometimes you may be unable to keep an appointment because of sudden illness or an unexpected personal emergency. If this happens to you, please contact us as soon as possible to explain the situation. You may call our office at any time, even after hours, as we do have an answering service that allows you to leave a message. Reasonable circumstances will not incur cancellation fees.
