14/10/2026
Did you know you may be eligible for Medicare rebates for psychology appointments?
If you're considering seeing a psychologist, you might have heard of a Mental Health Treatment Plan.
For eligible patients, a GP can prepare a plan that provides access to Medicare rebates for up to 10 individual psychology sessions per calendar year.
Typically, you'll initially be referred for up to six sessions, followed by a review with your GP to discuss your progress and whether further sessions may be helpful.
You don't need a referral to see a psychologist privately! You can contact a psychologist directly and pay their private fees without a referral. You just won't be able to claim the Medicare rebate for those appointments.
At Akana, we have Susan, our psychologist, here to support you.