You’re very welcome to access counselling without a referral. Many clients choose this option for its flexibility and simplicity.

From 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027, the fee is $150 per 50‑minute session.

If your GP has created a Mental Health Treatment Plan and provided a referral, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate of $89.50 per session (this fee will increase slightly each financial year). If you have reached the Medicare Safety Net threshold, you may be eligible for a higher rebate.

What Medicare covers: • Up to 10 counselling sessions per calendar year (1 January–31 December) • An initial 6 sessions, followed by a GP review • Up to 4 additional sessions if approved • Rebates are processed after each eligible session

To keep receiving rebates, please ensure you: • Have a current Mental Health Treatment Plan and GP referral • Attend your GP review after the first 6 sessions

Gentle reminders will be offered, though it remains the client’s responsibility to keep plans and referrals up to date.

Fees

Medicare covers part of the session cost. There will still be an out‑of‑pocket fee.

From 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027, a standard session is $150 per 50 minutes. For clients who hold a Disability Pensioner Concession Card or a Low Income Health Care Card, the concession rate is $135 per 50 minutes.

To access Medicare rebates for eating‑disorder‑specific therapy, you’ll need a current Eating Disorder Plan (EDP） referral from your GP or psychiatrist.

Under the EDP pathway, you may be eligible for:

• An initial 10 sessions, followed by a GP review

• An additional 10 sessions after the review, if approved

• If further support is needed, up to 20 more sessions can be accessed with a psychiatrist review, subject to approval.

To continue receiving Medicare rebates, please ensure you:

• have a current EDP referral

• Attend your GP review

• Complete a psychiatrist review

We offer gentle reminders, though it remains the client’s responsibility to keep referrals and reviews up to date.

Fees

Medicare covers part of the session cost. There will still be an out‑of‑pocket fee.

From 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027, a standard session is $150 per 50 minutes. For clients who hold a Disability Pensioner Concession Card or a Low Income Health Care Card, the concession rate is $135 per 50 minutes.

Mindknit Counselling is currently recognised and registered with the following insurers:

• Bupa

• St. Lukes Health

• Australian Regional Health Group (ARHG)

• Teachers' Union Health Fund

• Medibank Private

• Phoenix Health Fund

• HCF

• Doctor's Health Fund

If you have a different private health fund, we can also provide you with a receipt to claim your private health rebate.

From 1 July 2026 to 20 June 2027, the fee is $150 per 50‑minute session.

Please note: You can claim a rebate through either Medicare or your private health fund — but you can’t claim both for the same appointment. Be aware that neither Medicare nor private health funds cover any “gap” fees, so you may have an out‑of‑pocket cost if your provider’s fee is higher than the rebate.

• A current WorkCover Medical Certificate is required from your GP or treating doctor, along with approval from your insurer or case manager confirming that psychological counselling is included in your claim.

• Once your claim is approved, all sessions are billed directly to your insurer.

  The current AASW schedule of fee is $289（GST inclusive） per 50‑minute session.

• NO referral required and NO out-of-pocket fee

• All fees are aligned with the NDIS Price Guide. Currently $193.99 per 50‑minute session.

• Invoices are sent directly to your plan manager （if applicable)

• If you are self-managed, a receipt will be provided with the fee you paid and you can claim it back through NDIS.

• You need to obtain a specific DVA referral from your GP prior your appointment.

• There's NO out-of-pocket fee.

• If you have a White Card, please check with DVA if you’re eligible for counselling support before booking an appointment.

• Payment will be made directly to DVA.

Bupa Open Arms

We are a recognised service provider with Bupa Open Arms, please contact Open Arms regarding referral pathways.

If you are unsure, please email us via mindknitcounselling@outlook.com for more details.

• Fees are fully covered by your employer’s EAP provider • The number of sessions depends on your organisation’s arrangement • No out-of-pocket cost for eligible employees • Invoices are sent directly to the EAP provider

Mindknit Counselling is a registered counselling service supporting victim‑survivors of institutional child sexual abuse. If you are seeking support under the Redress Scheme, you can contact Victims of Crime (VOC) Tasmania to discuss referral pathways.

There are no out‑of‑pocket fees for victim‑survivors, sessions are invoiced directly to VOC.

A referral from your treating doctor is required. Once this is in place, we take care of all communication and funding confirmation with MAIB so you can focus on your recovery.

The current AASW schedule of fee is $289（GST inclusive） per 50‑minute session.

All other third‑party funders are billed in line with the AASW Recommended Schedule of Fees, ensuring that reporting, documentation, and clinical responsibilities associated with funded services are appropriately covered.

The current AASW schedule of fee is $289（GST inclusive） per 50‑minute session.