Consultations are 50 minutes and are available by appointment only. Appointment times are available Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00-5:00pm. Appointments at other times may be possible on a case by case basis.
CONSULTATION FEES
Consultation fees are $195 per 50-minute session. Consultation fees are to be paid on the day of service.
REBATES
If you have been referred by your GP under a Medicare scheme, you will be eligible to receive a rebate for a portion of the consultation fee. A Mental Health Care Plan under the Better Access to Mental Health Care Initiative entitles you to a rebate of $92.90 per session for up to 10 sessions in a calendar year. This involves an initial 6 sessions, followed by a review with your GP regarding your progress, and, to determine your eligibility for a further 4 sessions. You will need to provide your referral letter and a copy of the Mental Health Care Plan in order to access a rebate.
DO I NEED A REFERRAL TO ATTEND?
You do not need a referral to make an appointment. If you would like to be eligible for a Medicare rebate, you will need to consult your GP, who can assist in assessing your psychological needs and preparing a treatment plan.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM APPOINTMENTS?
In your first appointment, we will discuss your current needs and significant history that will be relevant to therapy. We will also discuss your goals and expectations of treatment. At the end of each consultation, you will receive tasks to undertake at home, designed to reinforce session content and facilitate progress.
HOW MANY APPOINTMENTS WILL I NEED?
The number of sessions can vary from person to person, depending on the issues presenting. Generally 6-10 sessions will be sufficient to notice some progress. Follow-up sessions are recommended for ongoing treatment and maintenance of existing skills.
CANCELLATION POLICY
We respectfully require a minimum written notice of at least 24 hours for cancellations and reschedule. Cancellation within 24 hours and failure to attend appointments will incur a charge of 100% of the fee. Medicare or health insurance rebates are not applicable to cancellation fees.
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I AM IN NEED OF IMMEDIATE HELP IN A CASE OF EMERGENCY?
The Mindful Performer is not a crisis service and as such, we encourage you to contact Lifeline on 13 11 14, your nearest hospital or call 000.
If there are other questions you would like answered, please don't hesitate to make contact.