Make an Appointment
All new clients must contact reception to make their first appointment. Our friendly receptionists will collect initial intake information, discuss therapy options and answer questions related to individual psychologist's services and areas of experience. Follow up appointments are generally made at the end of each session.
Phone: (03) 5995 4626
Please note that our phone can get busy so if we do not answer always leave a clear message with your name and number so we can call you back at our earliest convenience. Alternatively, send us an email by accessing the contact form via the link below:
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Referrals, MHCPs and Approval Letters
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To ensure a smooth start to therapy, we ask that referrals, mental health care plans and approval letters (for sessions funded by third parties) are sent to the clinic prior to your first appointment. Referrals can be faxed or emailed directly from GP clinics via the details below:
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Fax: (03) 5998 4038
Email: vepsychology@gmail.com
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SESSION FEES
Clinical psychologists, psychologists and mental health social workers practice independently at the clinic and fees apply for sessions and supporting services.
Psychologists have completed six - ten years of full-time university studies, along with advanced training in various therapy techniques. Psychologists engage in regular professional development programs, keep up to date with relevant research, and participate in ongoing supervision to reflect on and improve their therapeutic interventions. All psychologists are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and hold current Working with Children's Checks.
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You do not need a referral to make an appointment; however, with a valid referral and mental health care plan from your doctor, a substantial proportion of your session fee may be reclaimed through Medicare or private health funds. We can submit Medicare claims on the day of your appointment; however, clients must contact their private health insurance provider for private health claims.
Clinical Psychologist Fees
STANDARD SESSIONS
A 50-minute session: $245.00
Medicare rebate: $141.85*
The out-of-pocket expense is: $103.15
*Medicare rebates are available for a maximum of ten sessions per calendar year with a valid GP referral and mental health care plan.
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WORKCOVER & TAC SESSIONS
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In most cases, approved Workcover and TAC sessions with a clinical psychologist will incur a gap payment of $45.00 per session - please note that this is at each individual psychologist's discretion.
We require a letter of approval for psychology treatment from your case-manager, or the appropriate third party, prior to the commencement of any psychological treatment.
NDIS SESSIONS
We accept clients with NDIS funding who self-manage their funds or are Plan-Managed. No out-of-pocket expenses are charged for NDIS sessions.
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DVA SESSIONS
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DVA patients do not have any out-of-pocket expenses for psychology sessions. We require your DVA number and a referral letter from your GP prior to the commencement of any psychological treatment.
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General Psychologist Fees
STANDARD SESSIONS
A 50-minute session: $200.00
Medicare rebate: $96.65*
The out-of-pocket expense is: $103.35
*Medicare rebates are available for a maximum of ten sessions per calendar year with a valid GP referral and mental health care plan.
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WORKCOVER & TAC SESSIONS
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There are no gap fees for Workcover or TAC sessions with a general psychologist.
We require a letter of approval for psychology treatment from your case-manager, or the appropriate third party, prior to the commencement of any psychological treatment.
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NDIS SESSIONS
We accept clients with NDIS funding who self-manage their funds or are Plan-Managed. No out-of-pocket expenses are charged for NDIS sessions.
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DVA SESSIONS
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DVA patients do not have any out-of-pocket expenses for psychology sessions. We require your DVA number and a referral letter from your GP prior to the commencement of any psychological treatment.
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Social Worker Fees
STANDARD SESSIONS
A 50-minute session: $190.00
Medicare rebate: $85.20*
The out-of-pocket expense is: $104.80
*Medicare rebates are available for a maximum of ten sessions per calendar year with a valid GP referral and mental health care plan.
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​​WORKCOVER & TAC SESSIONS
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There are no gap fees for Workcover or TAC sessions with a general psychologist.
We require a letter of approval for psychology treatment from your case-manager, or the appropriate third party, prior to the commencement of any psychological treatment.
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NDIS SESSIONS
We accept clients with NDIS funding who self-manage their funds or are Plan-Managed. No out-of-pocket expenses are charged for NDIS sessions.
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DVA SESSIONS
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DVA patients do not have any out-of-pocket expenses for psychology sessions. We require your DVA number and a referral letter from your GP prior to the commencement of any psychological treatment.
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Fees for Other Services
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Reports, treatment summaries, letters and meetings with other health professionals regarding a client's care may incur additional fees. Fees for these services are generally based on therapist's hourly rate; however, there may be variations which are subject to each therapist's discretion. In some cases, services may be subject to GST.
Psychologists are not obliged to provide the above services, so it is important to ask your psychologist about any requirements at the time of your assessment. Please contact us if you have any questions.