Private paying clients cover the full cost of their therapy sessions and are not eligible for Medicare rebates. However, you may be able to claim a partial rebate through your private health insurance, depending on your level of cover. Please contact your health fund directly to check your eligibility for psychological services.

You do not need a referral to see a psychologist as a private paying client. To book an appointment, please use the Book Online button located at the top right of this page.

Under the current Medicare rebate scheme, clients are currently eligible to receive a rebate for up to 10 sessions per calendar year of psychological therapy. The number of sessions you are eligible for is determined by your referring practitioner.

Clients wishing to utilise the Medicare rebate scheme will need to have a current Mental Health Treatment Plan and have a written referral from a GP or Psychiatrist.

Sessions under a Mental Health Treatment Plan are bulk billed, so there is no out-of-pocket cost.

Once Sarah K Psychology has received a copy of your referral and Mental Health Treatment Plan via fax or email, please use the Book Online button in the top right of this page to book an appointment. 

Please note that if you have seen a Psychologist at another practice in the same calendar year, these sessions will count towards your yearly limit through Medicare.

At Sarah K Psychology we are happy to work with you, your support workers, case managers, support co-ordinators or plan managers to ensure you are easily able to access our service. Please be aware however, that some NDIS presentations are not suitable for Telehealth Services. If you are uncertain about your suitability, please contact Sarah K Psychology and someone will be happy to assess your needs.

Self Managed Clients 

Self managed clients will be invoiced directly. Sarah K Psychology will need a copy of NDIS goals and plan dates before commencement of first appointment. 

Plan Managed Clients

If you are plan managed Sarah K Psychology will need a copy of current NDIS goals, plan dates and plan manager details before your first appointment.

NDIS managed Clients 

We are currently unable to accept NDIA managed clients.

Sarah K Psychology is a registered provider for WorkCover Queensland and WorkSafe Victoria, and is approved by SIRA to provide psychological treatment to injured workers in New South Wales.

WorkCover Queensland

WorkCover Queensland is a government-funded organisation that supports workers who have been injured on the job. One of the ways they do this is by offering access to psychological services to help workers cope with the emotional and mental effects of their injuries.

WorkSafe Victoria

WorkSafe Victoria is an organisation that provides services for injured workers in Victoria who have worker’s compensation claims. Among the services offered by WorkSafe Victoria are assistance with medical treatment, financial assistance, help with returning to work, and psychological treatment.

WorkCover NSW (SIRA)

The State Insurance Regulatory Authority (SIRA) regulates workers’ compensation in New South Wales. Workers with an accepted claim can access psychological treatment, which is approved and paid for by their insurer.

Referral Process for WorkCover clients

To be referred to Sarah K Psychology under funding from an existing worker’s compensation claim with WorkCover Queensland, WorkSafe Victoria or a NSW workers’ compensation insurer, you will need to:

1. Consult with your treating doctor or other relevant allied health professional, who will assess your needs and determine whether psychological services are appropriate.
2. If your doctor or specialist determines that psychological services are needed, they will refer you to a psychologist. This referral will need to be approved by your workers’ compensation insurer.
3. Once your referral is approved, you can book an appointment by clicking the online booking button in the top right of this web page, or by contacting Sarah K Psychology through the contacts tab. 
4. Before your appointment, you must provide Sarah K Psychology with your referral and any relevant medical information, such as your WorkCover claim number and the insurer’s name.