Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book an appointment?
To book an appointment please refer to the top of the page and click on the Book an Appointment button. It will take you to a booking page and show you all available appointments. Once booked a confirmation email will be sent to you.
What to do before my appointment?
Once you have an appointment booked forms will be sent to you to be completed and returned. These forms will have all the necessary details regarding your appointment and the services offered.
If you would like to see if you are eligible to claim a medicare rebate for your fees, you will need to make an appointment with your GP to obtain a Mental Health Care Plan (MHCP). A rebate can only be claimed if you have an MHCP.
Fees.
Psychology Sessions
Full fee is $200 for a standard 50 minute session
Medicare Rebate per session $92.90 with GP Mental Health Care Plan.
No Bulk billing.
Private Health Rebates available.
Assessments
Fees for assessment are individually quoted.
Report writing
Is charged at a rate of $230 per hour.
Do you offer telehealth?
Telehealth sessions via a secure online server can be arranged upon request.
Do you provide Emergency Assistance?
Vanessa is often unable to provide crisis intervention, if you require immediate support call Emergency Services on 000
Alternatively, you can find support by calling the following numbers:
Mental Health Access Line: 1800011511
Beyond Blue: 1300224636
eHeadspace: 1800 650 890
Kids Help Line for Teens: 1800 551 800
The Line: 1800695463
Counselling Online for Drug & Alcohol: 1800888236
Mens Line Australia: 1300 789 978
LifeLine: 131 114
New Access: 1300363622
Parent Line: 1300 130 052
SANE Australia Helpline: 1800187263
Salvo Counselling Line: 1300 363622
Carers Australia: 1800242636
Family Drug Support: 1300368186
1800Respect: 1800737732
Grief Line: 1300845745
OCD and Anxiety Helpline: 1300269438
PANDA National Helpline: 1300 726 306
Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
Further Enquires.
If you have any other questions, please fill out the contact and questions form below.