Fees

Individual Counselling

The fee for a 50 minute consultation is $240. Payment is due at the time of consultation via card or direct bank transfer. 

Medicare

You do not need a referral to see a Psychologist however you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate with a Mental Health Care Plan for 6-10 psychological sessions per calendar year under the Better Access Initiative. Please discuss this with your GP. If you are eligible, you are able to claim a medicate rebate of $96.65 (as at Jan 2025) per psychology session. For further information please go to the following link: https://psychology.org.au/psychology/medicare-rebates-psychological-services/medicare-faqs-for-the-public

Private Health insurance

If you have extras cover in your private health insurance policy, you may be able to claim for psychology sessions. Please check the details of your policy with your insurance provider.

Cancellations

If you are unable to attend your appointment or would like to change your appointment time, please contact me by phone or email at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled appointment time.

For cancellations within 24 hours of appointment non attendance, 50% of the session fee will be charged (not claimable through Medicare).

Urgent assistance

Karina Stephen Psychology is not a crisis response service, if you need help urgently, please visit your local emergency department or call 000 or contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or via www.lifeline.org.au.

Youth Mental Health First Aid

If you would like to enquire about courses in Youth Mental Health First Aid for your school or organisation, please call Katrina on 0489 237 170 to chat about your requirements and course availability.