Medicare PsychologY ADELAIDE
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medicare psychologists ACCEPTING REFRRALS FOR children (7+), adolescents & adults
Person-centred, outcome-focused support from Medicare Psychologists for children (7+), adolescents, and adults. Enjoy low wait times and on-the-spot rebates for Medicare psychology at our Parkside and Parafield practices in Adelaide.
Making mental health care more affordable and accessible
medicare psychology services in adelaide
At Activ8 Mind, we understand that mental health care should be affordable and accessible. As you embark on your personal wellbeing journey, it's essential to be informed about the Medicare psychology process.
With a valid Mental Health Care Plan, a referral from your GP, paediatrician, or psychiatrist, and a Medicare card, you may be eligible for Medicare rebates. This can help make psychological support more affordable.
Find out more about:
Eligibility for Medicare rebates
what is a mental health care plan?
A Mental Health Treatment Plan (MHTP) - and previously referred to as a Mental Health Care Plan - is a personalised assessment designed to address your mental health needs. Developed in collaboration with your general practitioner (GP), paediatrician or psychiatrist, this plan outlines the goals of your treatment and potential strategies to achieve them. It provides a framework for your sessions with our experienced Medicare psychologists, ensuring that focused and effective approaches can be used to optimise your well-being.
With a valid Mental Health Care Plan, Medicare card, and a referral from your GP, paediatrician, or psychiatrist, you may be eligible for Medicare rebates, which help reduce the costs of accessing support.
Seeing a Medicare psychologist in Adelaide
HOW DOES THE MEDICARE PSYCHOLOGY PROCESS WORK?
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discuss your mental health concerns with your gp
Start by scheduling an appointment with your GP, paediatrician or psychiatrist. Discuss your mental health concerns with your treating professional. If your doctor considers it necessary, they may recommend a Mental Health Care Plan.
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secure a mental health care plan and a referral
If a Mental Health Care Plan is recommended, your doctor will provide you with a referral to a Medicare psychologist in Adelaide. This referral allows you to access Medicare rebates for up to 10 sessions per calendar year.
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BOOK an APPOINTMENT to see a psychologist
Contact Activ8 Mind or fill in our online referral form to schedule your initial appointment with one of our Registered or Clinical Psychologists. Share your referral and Medicare details with our team during the booking process.
To streamline your experience and to ensure that you're eligible for Medicare rebates, we recommend visiting your GP before you book your appointment.
Your first Medicare psychology session
what to expect after you book
Before your appointment
Before your first Medicare psychology session, you will be sent:
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Confirmation of your appointment.
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Information on what to expect from the service. Details about your allocated Psychologist / Mental Health Social Worker in Adelaide.
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A questionnaire and consent form to complete and return.
AT your appointment
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Please arrive 10 mins prior to your initial appointment to allow time to complete any additional forms.
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Please ensure you have a debit / credit card to complete payment for the session (refer to fees below) as FULL payment is taken on the day with rebates processed at that time.
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After your appointment, and after we've received your payment, your Medicare rebate will be processed.
see a medicare psychologist in adelaide
To book an appointment or to refer a patient, use our online referral form or contact us directly at
8292 5300 / 1300 575 329 or info@activ8group.com.au
Psychological support and rebates
how much is the medicare rebate?
Medicare provides rebates for up to 10 individual therapy sessions as well as 10 group therapy sessions per calendar year (1 January - 31 December 2026). The rebate amount varies depending on the type of mental health professional that you see. See current rebates and out-of-pocket expenses below.
Please be aware that the full fee must be paid at the time of the appointment. Your Medicare rebate will be processed on the spot when you pay.
SESSIONS WITH A
CLINICAL
PSYCHOLOGIST
For face-to-face or telehealth appointments
A session is charged at
$240 per 50-minute session.
The Medicare rebate is
$145.25 for a 50-minute session.
This leaves an out-of-pocket expense of $94.75 per session.
SESSIONS WITH A
REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST
For face-to-face or telehealth appointments
A session is charged at
$220 per 50-minute session.
The Medicare rebate is
$98.95 for a 50-minute session.
This leaves an out-of-pocket expense of $121.05 per session.
Individuals eligible for Medicare rebates may also be able to see an accredited Mental Health Social Worker (MHSW). A 50-minute session with a MHSW is charged at $195 (face-to-face or telehealth). The Medicare rebate is $87.25 per 50-minute session with an out-of-pocket expense of $107.75 per session. Learn more about Mental Health Social Workers.
OUR adelaide medicare psychologists
Click on a team member's details below to learn more about their qualifications, clinical experience, and areas of interest.
book a psychology session today
To book an appointment or to refer a patient, use our online referral form or contact us directly at
8292 5300 / 1300 575 329 or info@activ8group.com.au