Fees and Rebates

Updated 23 June 2026

The Australian Psychological Society recommends an hourly rate for psychological services of $330 (2026-2027 financial year). Please find below our list of fees which are under the recommended rate.

Therapy Fees - Privately Funded

Effective 1 August 2026

Additional Therapy Charges

• $20 additional for initial session
• $20 additional for a Weekday After Hours Appointment (Appointments before 9am and from 5pm on Weekdays);
• $30 additional for Saturday appointments.
• Therapy reporting is charged at an hourly rate
• Current fees until 31 July 2026: Psychologist $250, Clinical Psychologist $280,  Senior Psychologist $290, Team Leader $295
• Note: Medicare rebates shown above are effective 1 July 2026

Funding & Rebates for Psychology

We understand that investing in your mental health is a significant decision. The cost will depend on your consultation fee, any applicable funding or rebates, and the number of sessions you require. 

Our friendly team can assist you in navigating the process of claiming rebates to make your treatment more affordable.

Assessment pricing

The length, detail and number of assessments undertaken can vary greatly depending on the needs of an individual. Assessment can vary from 3 hours to 6+ hours depending on the need.  Our highly experienced team offers a tailored approach to address specific assessment questions.

Please call for a quote based on your requirements.

• Email: hello@hardwickpsychology.com.au
• Phone: (07) 3515 0172

More information about assessments offered

Cancellation fees

 Therapy Cancellation Fees

• Cancelled with 0-24 hours' notice or Did Not Attend (DNA) (on business days) = Full fee
• Cancelled with 25-48 hours' notice (on business days) = $110

Neuropsychological Assessment Cancellation Fees

• Cancelled with 0-48 hours notice, or Did Not Attend (DNA) (on business days) = Full Fee for the assessment component (not report)
• Cancelled with 49 hours - 5 days notice (on business days) = 1/2 the cost of the assessment component (not report)
• A deposit of that equals the cost of the assessment component is taken at the time of booking.

NDIS Cancellation Fees (based on the NDIS schedule of fees)

• If cancelled with less than 48 hours notice (and appointment cannot be filled) = The full fee for the session or assessment component.

General Notes

Note that cancellation fees may apply even for unavoidable sickness. A DNA is considered to have occurred if the client is late by more than 20 minutes to an appointment. Any relevant bank charges are also applied. 

Business days are Monday - Friday. For example, to cancel a Monday appointment at 9am, please give us notice by 9am Thursday.

Medicare rebates for psychology services

2. Chronic Condition Management Plan

Individuals with a Chronic Condition Management Plan from their doctor are able to receive a rebate of $63.40 with a Psychologist. This is a plan for patients with a chronic medical condition that has been present for 6 months or more, or is terminal. Eligible clients are entitled to up to:

• 5 individual sessions with a psychologist per calendar year.

4. Non-Directive Pregnancy Support Counselling

This is a service that is provided to a person who is currently pregnant or who has been pregnant in the preceding 12 months. With this referral they are able to receive a rebate of $74.40 with a Psychologist. Eligible clients are entitled to up to:

• 3 individual sessions with a psychologist for each pregnancy.