Fees

The appointment fee is currently $230 for a 50+ minute session at Wildfire Psychology. For out of hours appointments, on a Thursday from 5pm and a Saturday, the appointment fee is $250. Simone offers both face to face and telehealth appointments.

Rebates

If you are referred to see a Psychologist by your GP under the Medicare Better Access Scheme and are provided with a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP), this allows you to claim a rebate of $98.95 for up to 10 sessions per calendar year. After your 6th session, your Psychologist will provide a brief review letter to your GP, where upon review, they may refer you for a further 4 sessions.

If you have extras cover with your Private Health Insurer, you may be entitled to a rebate, if you have chosen Psychology as a rebatable service. It is encouraged that you speak to your insurer to seek clarification.

However you can not receive a rebate from both Medicare and your Private Health Insurance, for the same session.

Referrals

You do not need a referral to see a Psychologist or to claim through your private health insurance. You only require a GP referral / MHCP if you are planning on claiming through Medicare.

Payment

Full payment of the consultation fee is required at the completion of each appointment. Payment can be made via credit card with your authorisation in the Zanda Health booking system.

Cancellation Fees

Non-attendance at an appointment with less than 24hrs notice will incur a $150 cancellation fee, unless the appointment can be filled by the Psychologist.